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Israel-Iran conflict fuels best month for energy stocks since 2022

European energy stocks soar as the Israel-Iran conflict drives Brent crude up 20% in June. The EURO STOXX 600 Energy index has gained 8% over the same period, on track for its best month since October 2022.

Economy

German economic morale soars in June: 'Confidence is picking up'

Germany’s economic sentiment soared to 47.5 in June, its highest since March, driven by stronger demand and policy support. But European stocks fell as Israel-Iran tensions escalated, oil prices rose, and investors awaited the Fed’s policy decision.

Economy

Israel-Iran crisis: How vital is the Strait of Hormuz for oil market?

Tensions between Israel and Iran have raised fears of disruption in the Strait of Hormuz, a vital route for global oil and LNG. Experts warn that even the threat of closure could rattle markets and push energy prices sharply higher.

Markets

Israel launches major strike on Iran: What is the market fallout?

European stocks fell sharply after Israel struck Iranian nuclear sites, fuelling fears of wider conflict. Oil and gold surged on safe-haven demand, while bank shares dropped. Markets are pricing in higher geopolitical and energy supply risks.

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Economy

UK economy contracts sharply in April: Will the BoE respond?

UK GDP shrank 0.3% in April, the sharpest drop since October 2023, led by declines in services and manufacturing. Labour market data weakened, fuelling speculation of a Bank of England rate cut in August as recession fears grow.

Economy

Investing in metals: Will silver surpass its 2011 all-time high?

Silver has surged to its highest level since early 2012, fuelling speculation that it might surpass its all-time high of near $50. With strong industrial demand, tightening supply, and rising investor interest, the metal may be in the early stages of a renewed bull run.

Economy

Swiss deflation fuels talks of negative interest rates: Is SNB ready?

Switzerland may become the first advanced economy to revive negative interest rates, as inflation turned negative in May for the first time since 2021.

Economy

Eurozone economy grows by 0.6%: Lagarde shuts door on July rate cut

The eurozone gross domestic product grew by 0.6% quarter-over-quarter in the first quarter of 2025, marking the strongest pace of growth since late 2022. ECB's President Christine Lagarde hinted that a July pause in rate cuts may be warranted.

Economy

Eurozone inflation falls below ECB 2% target in May: Rate cut in sight

Eurozone inflation fell to 1.9% in May, below forecasts, boosting expectations of an ECB rate cut on Thursday. Core inflation also eased to 2.4%. The euro slipped and bond yields fell as markets priced in a 25bp rate cut to 2.0%.

Economy

Eurozone disinflation on track as price pressures ease in Germany

Inflation eased across major eurozone economies in May, with Germany holding at 2.1%, Spain falling to 1.9% and Italy to 1.7%, reinforcing expectations of cooling price pressures ahead of next week’s euro area data.

Economy

German consumer confidence rises despite uncertainty

German consumer sentiment rose for a third month, driven by stronger income and economic expectations. However, rising savings and lower purchase intent highlight persistent uncertainty and a fragile recovery.

Economy

Eurozone private sector slips into contraction as services falter

Eurozone private sector contracted in May, with Composite PMI falling to 49.5. Services saw their sharpest drop in 16 months, while manufacturing stabilised. Business confidence hit a 19-month low, reinforcing expectations for further ECB rate cuts.

Economy

Eurozone confidence lifts slightly in May but remains fragile

Eurozone consumer confidence rose by 1.4 points in May, partly reversing April’s drop, but remains well below average. Sentiment is still fragile amid inflation and trade uncertainty.

Economy

Eurozone grows 0.3% at the start of the year, industrial output soars

Eurozone GDP grew 0.3% in the first quarter of 2025, with strong gains in Ireland and Spain. Employment rose 0.3%, beating forecasts. March industrial output surged 2.6%, the fastest in five years.

Economy

German economic sentiment rebounds in May as tariff fears ease

Germany’s economic sentiment rebounded to 25.2 in May, surpassing forecasts amid easing trade tensions and political stability. Eurozone sentiment also improved. Despite weak current conditions, optimism grows across key sectors.

Markets

German stocks drop as Merz stumbles in historic Bundestag defeat

German stocks fell and bund yields rose after Friedrich Merz failed to secure a Bundestag majority, marking a historic political setback. The DAX dropped 1.5%, with industrial stocks hit amid rising uncertainty over Germany’s economy.

Economy

Eurozone recovery stalls as services weaken despite manufacturing rise

Eurozone growth barely advanced in April as services stagnated despite a manufacturing rebound. Cooling inflation boosts hopes for an ECB rate cut, but weak demand and falling confidence cloud the outlook.

Economy

Eurozone inflation tops expectations: ECB rate cuts in jeopardy?

Eurozone inflation surged more than expected in April, as the impact of trade tariffs began to reverberate through the consumer basket, posing a fresh challenge for the ECB.

Economy

Eurozone GDP beats expectations with 0.4% growth in first quarter

The eurozone economy grew 0.4% in Q1 2025, doubling the previous quarter's pace and beating forecasts. Ireland led growth, followed by Spain, while Germany rebounded.

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German consumer sentiment rises again but remains fragile

German consumer sentiment improves for a second month in April, driven by higher income expectations and lower savings, but remains weak amid ongoing recession fears, GfK and NIM report.

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