European stock index futures plunge as virus fears grow

(Reuters) - European stock index futures fell more than 5% on Wednesday as fears over the relentless global spread of the coronavirus overshadowed sweeping U.S. stimulus measures to support businesses and contain the economic damage from the pandemic.Euro Stoxx 50 futures were down 4.6% at levels last seen in 2012, and falling for the ninth time in 10 days. German DAX futures tumbled 4.5%, while French CAC futures and London's FTSE 100 futures were off 4.5% and 4.6%, respectively.European..