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Daily financial market analysis with numbers and trends of major stock, bond, currency, commodity and cryptocurrency indices
The week continues well in tune with financial markets
There is more positive news and data for the financial markets this week, which seems to be going well. US inflation fell more than expected, and interesting developments seem to be emerging from Trump’s trip to the Middle East. Attention [+]
Awaiting US inflation data. Financial markets are in a confident mood
Renewed optimism in the markets was fuelled by positive news on the US-China trade talks, but investors are now considering new developments in the pharmaceutical sector and awaiting April’s US inflation data. It’s still a positive day for equities, but [+]
Financial markets, a Monday with a touch of optimism
As the week begins with a plethora of optimistic news (from US/China negotiations to the geopolitical situation), financial markets are expected to open on a positive note ahead of the first macroeconomic data for April on the US price front.
There are some bright spots on the horizon for financial markets
There are some bright spots on the horizon for financial markets. The US-UK trade agreement, the openness to further agreements with the EU and other countries and the confirmation of negotiations with China seem to be restoring investors’ confidence in [+]
Financial markets ponder Powell’s words
Financial markets struggled to make sense of the FED’s decision and, in particular, Powell’s words, which, on the one hand, confirmed the economy’s considerable resilience and, on the other, reiterated warnings about the potential impact of Trump’s trade policies.
Financial markets comforted by US/China meeting announcement and waiting for FED
Investors are trying to start Wednesday with some optimism. On the one hand comes the announcement of an upcoming meeting between the US and China on the tariff issue, on the other there are comforting words from the FED (but [+]
No real direction for financial markets
The climate of uncertainty in the financial markets shows no sign of abating and investors are struggling to find direction. People are waiting for the FED and looking at quarterly guidance where the word ‘tariffs’ continues to feature prominently.
Financial markets await news on the US, China and the FED
The financial markets await news on the US-China relations front and begin a week in which the FED will be back in the spotlight with its interest rate decision next Wednesday. A period of stabilisation continues, with bonds maintaining the [+]
Tariff tug-of-war continues ahead of key earnings reports
As the tug-of-war over US tariffs continues, investors today will try to focus on incoming macroeconomic data and in particular the guidance that will accompany the quarterly numbers from big tech and “sentinel” companies such as Caterpillar.
Financial markets on hold as uncertainty persists
Awaiting is growing for the first numbers on economic trends at the beginning of 2025 and for the quarterly reports of the US big tech companies. On the financial markets, the mood remains uncertain, with the bond rally currently the [+]
A busy week for financial markets amidst macro data and big tech quarterly results
After a week of trying to return to “normal” conditions, the financial markets are gearing up for a busy week of important macroeconomic (PCE inflation and the US labour market) and microeconomic (Big Tech quarterly reports) data.
After Powell, financial markets eye ECB
Financial markets are reassessing the risk of recession after Fed Governor J Powell’s warning words and awaiting the ECB’s decision. Volatility remains high.
Financial markets continue to flounder
Financial markets appear to be stuck in a muddle with no real direction. This is the result of the great uncertainty that still surrounds the tariffs affair, which favours safe-haven assets such as gold and the Swiss franc. Mixed signals [+]
Financial markets try not to be overwhelmed by new rumours of US tariffs
Once again, one step forward, two steps back for US trade policy. Financial markets are trying not to be overwhelmed by the new rumours of US tariffs, but the situation remains risk-off. Gold is losing some strength, bonds are trying [+]
Another volatile week for financial markets
Another week begins in which the risk of high volatility remains pronounced. The concessions on tech tariffs over the weekend could push equity markets higher, but how long will the effect last? Eyes are on US Treasuries as gold continues [+]
Eyes on first-quarter reports as financial markets shake up
The rebound in equity markets was short-lived, while gold resumed its rally and bond yields continued to rise. There seems to be no respite for the financial markets, tariffs remain a constant concern and today marks the start of the [+]
Stock markets rebound as Trump suspends tariffs for 90 days
Trump suspends tariffs for 90 days and stock markets rebound. The situation remains complicated, after the emotional wave we will see how the markets will reason on the open issues: China, Mexico, Canada, macro data, quarterly reports.
Financial markets remain extremely risk-off
On the day of the implementation of the second part of the tariffs announced by Trump on Wednesday, financial markets remain in an extreme risk-off situation, with all three main asset classes (equities, bonds, commodities) tilted to the downside. On [+]
Financial markets at the mercy of skyrocketing volatility
Volatility is very high and the direction of financial markets is almost impossible to predict. There is a sense that something is building in investors’ expectations, but it is too early to judge. The initial scenario remains fragile and dominated [+]
Risk-off dominates financial markets, awaiting a sign from the White House
Risk-off dominates the financial markets at the start of the week and the news from Asia, combined with the trend in US futures, points to another Black Monday for equity markets. Only some news from the White House can make [+]
