Europe's main stock markets fell further following sharp losses across global equities this week, including a rout Friday in Asia on fears of a bursting AI bubble.

A blockbuster earnings report from chip bellwether Nvidia on Wednesday seemed to settle nerves that vast investments in the artificial intelligence sector may have been overdone.

But the euphoria was short-lived as warnings grew that the tech-led rally across equities -- which has seen several markets hit records highs and companies clock eye-watering capitalisations -- may have run its course.

Adding to unease was mixed US jobs data Thursday that added to expectations that the Federal Reserve could decide against cutting interest rates in December.

"European markets are showing their relative resilience" Friday compared to

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