Markets Gain Ground: Strong Data, Earnings, and Hopes of a US-EU Deal Boost Investor Confidence
Good macroeconomic data, better-than-expected earnings reports, and renewed hopes for a possible trade agreement between the US and the EU. These are the ingredients fueling investor confidence at the end of the week. Equities remain uncertain but show positive signals, bond yields are still rising, and the US dollar may continue its recovery.
There are few changes in our intermarket dashboards. The overall situation remains broadly stable, with a widespread risk-on sentiment.
Few macroeconomic data releases are expected today. Notable ones include inflation figures from Japan, producer prices from Germany, and new housing starts in the US. Also of interest is the preliminary reading of the University of Michigan consumer sentiment survey for July.
Our forecast analyses continue to indicate a transitional phase for equities, with positive developments alternating with signs of caution. On the bond side, the signal remains positive for US government yields, and the dollar is still showing strength. Volatility is expected to decrease.
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Data compiled by kbmeter.com. Analysis date: 18 July 2025 - 7:14 AM GMT+1
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