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Markets weekly recap: DAX hits a new high as the ECB cuts

Stock markets on both sides of the Atlantic will likely end the week on a positive note, with sentiment buoyed by the European Central Bank’s (ECB) rate cut and robust US corporate earnings. In contrast, Chinese stocks continued their retreat as optimism from the recent market frenzy faded.

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Week ahead in the markets: ECB rate decision takes centre stage

The European Central Bank (ECB) is expected to announce a 0.25% rate cut this week, marking the third reduction this year. Key economic data from China, the UK, and the US will also be in focus, including China's GDP and UK inflation.

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Weekly recap: Stocks mixed as geopolitical tensions appear to be ease

Global stock markets rose on optimism surrounding potential ceasefire talks in the Middle East. However, the rally lost steam after the US reported a hotter-than-expected CPI by the end of the week. Notably, the semiconductor sector posted gains due to strong demand forecasts for AI chips.

Markets

Weekly recap: Markets retreat amid intensifying Middle East tensions

Global markets are set to end the week lower following the escalation of conflict between Iran and Israel. However, crude oil surged, boosting global energy stocks, alongside a rally in the European defence sector.

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Weekly recap: Markets remain mixed as dip-buying gains momentum

Global markets presented a mixed picture after a broad rebound on Thursday, with major indices recovering from their recent lows. Investors likely sought dip-buying opportunities following the significant sell-offs earlier in the week.

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US stocks buoyant as investor sentiment eases after global sell-off

A rising tide swept stocks higher, and calm returned to Wall Street after Japan's market soared earlier Tuesday to claw back much of the losses from its worst day since 1987.

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Weekly markets recap: Losses deepen as risk-off sentiment prevails

Global markets may continue a weekly decline due to the intense selloff in blue chips, particularly in technology shares. However, the European markets showed more resilient movements than their US peers.

Markets

Market lookahead: All eye set on BoE, SNB and RBA rate decisions

Three central banks - the Bank of England (BoE), the Swiss National Bank (SNB), and the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) - are set to decide on interest rates this week, potentially driving market volatility.

Markets

Weekly markets recap: European stocks sink on political jitters

Global markets were mixed this week as European stocks tumbled on political turmoil, while Wall Street hit a new high fueled by a tech rally.

Business

Ahead in the Markets: The BoE's rate decision, UBS, and ARM earnings

This week, all eyes will be on the Bank of England's (BoE) rate decision, along with the release of quarterly earnings reports from major companies including UBS and BP. These events will provide crucial insights into the market trajectory and investor sentiment.

Business

French government will 'fight' against TotalEnergies’ New York listing

A move to Wall Street is not in the best interest of the French people, says Finance Minister Bruno Le Maire.

Business

Apple preview: Key metrics to watch for in upcoming earnings report

Apple is poised to release its earnings for Q2 fiscal year 2024 after the US market closes on 2 May. Investors will be watching for key metrics that shape its stock trajectory.

Markets

Markets rebound: Easing geopolitical tension brings recovery

European stock markets have bounced back after a three-week losing streak, bolstered by eased geopolitical tensions and robust corporate earnings. Meanwhile, Wall Street is also set for a positive week, with performance influenced by the outcomes of major tech company results.

Markets

Weekly round-up: European markets lose steam amid bond jitters

The European stock markets saw a decline for the week due to spiking bond yields, as some US Federal Reserve officials maintained a hawkish stance on interest rates, which rippled through the global markets.

Economy

Market Round-Up: Best quarter in a year for European markets

Global stock markets remained on an upbeat trajectory in March, with the European stock markets particularly robust in the first quarter. Banking and Energy stocks shone, outpacing the technology sector in March.

Business

Who is Ted Pick, Morgan Stanley's new CEO?

After 33 years with the Wall Street giant, Pick will take over as CEO at the start of next year.

Markets

Birkenstock stumbles on Wall Street over pricey shares

Birkenstock stumbled in its stock market debut Wednesday, a day Wall Street traded in its wingtips for sandals.

Markets

Instacart sets IPO price at $30 a share

The price gives Instacart a market value of around $10 billion (€9.4 billion). That's far lower than the $39 billion valuation the company announced in early 2021.

Markets

Birkenstock next European company to file for Wall Street

Birkenstock is following in UK chip-maker Arm's footsteps as a high-profile European company seeking a public offering in the US rather than the old continent.

USA

US stocks record best day in two years due to hopeful inflation data

All the action stemmed from a U.S. government report showing that inflation slowed in October, better than many economists were expecting.