The Paris stock market is experiencing fluctuations, with the CAC 40 index showing a decline of nearly 1% at the close on March 20, 2025, falling below the 8,100-point threshold. This follows a previous session where the index was up ahead of a Federal Reserve meeting. Notably, Esso's stock surged due to the announcement of an exceptional dividend of 50 euros per share, while Sodexo's shares faced pressure, influenced by the performance of the American market. Pre-market indicators suggested continued weakness for the CAC 40, which opened lower on March 21, 2025, amid ongoing concerns about tariffs.