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Markets look ahead: French political risk and US jobs data in focus

Market participants will continue to watch the development of the French government crisis and key economic data from major economies this week.

Economy

Greek bonds mark historical milestone: Spread erased against France

Greek sovereign bonds have achieved a historic milestone, closing their yield gap against France, reflecting Greece's fiscal reforms and economic resilience. Meanwhile, French bonds face pressure from political uncertainty, rising deficits, and structural economic challenges.

Economy

Eurozone's inflation rate rises to 2.3%: Should the ECB be concerned?

Annual inflation in the eurozone edged higher in November, matching expectations, while Germany reported its worst retail sales drop in two years, signalling broader economic challenges for the region.

Economy

Turkey falls into recession as interest rates remain sky-high

Analysts believe rate cuts will begin early next year as high borrowing costs stifle investment and production.

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Economy

ECB's Schnabel advocates gradual cuts, flags Trump's trade risks

Interest rates are nearing neutral territory, ECB's Isabel Schnabel has said, backing gradual cuts amid persistent inflation. She highlighted risks from Donald Trump’s trade policies, noting potential economic shocks for Europe as tariffs loom over export-heavy economies.

Economy

Central Bank of Turkey keeps key interest rate unchanged

The Central Bank of Turkey held the key interest rate at 50% at its November meeting, for the eighth month in a row. However, investors are becoming more hopeful that a rate cut may be around the corner, as inflation expectations improve.

Economy

UK inflation rises to 2.3% as energy bills push up consumer prices

Inflation in the UK rose sharply to a six-month high in October, above the BOE's 2% target, scaling back bets that there will be further cuts in borrowing rates this year.

Markets

Weekly Recap: European stocks underperform global peers

Global stock markets are set to end the week on a strong note amid the US election and China's highly anticipated additional stimulus measures. However, European benchmarks underperformed global peers due to economic concerns and political instability.

Economy

Eurozone's economic forecasts slashed following Trump victory

The uncertainty surrounding Trump’s trade policies will hinder growth in the eurozone, according to economists from Goldman Sachs.

Economy

Fed cuts rates as Powell ignores Trump-fuelled inflation risk

The US Federal Reserve has lowered rates by 0.25%, as expected. Markets see potential for a further cut in December, while concerns rise over fiscal impacts and inflation under a Trump presidency.

Economy

Sweden cuts key interest rate to boost staggering economy

Sweden cuts its key rate by 0.5 percentage points to 2.75%, the largest reduction in over a decade.

Economy

Federal Reserve set to cut rates as post-election uncertainty grows

The US Federal Reserve is set to cut interest rates again this week as post-election uncertainty grows.

Economy

Russian central bank hikes interest rate to record-high 21%

Russia's central bank has hiked the key interest rate by 200 basis points to a record-high 21% in a bid to fight inflation, fuelled by military spending.

Markets

Weekly recap: Uncertainty moves markets into retreat from highs

Global markets are set to finish the week lower due to uncertainties surrounding the economic and political landscape ahead of the US presidential election and the Japanese general election. Risk-off sentiment shaped market trends as precious metal prices surged.

Economy

Will the European Central Bank opt for a large rate cut in December?

Money markets see an increased likelihood of the European Central Bank (ECB) deepening its rate cuts in December following weak economic data. However, analysts expect the bank to maintain a gradual approach to rate reductions due to the persistent upside risks in inflation.

Economy

ECB watchers see more rate cuts to come after October decision

Economists expect the ECB to continue rate cuts, aiming for 2% by mid-2025. Lagarde's focus on downside inflation risks and weak growth signals further easing.

Markets

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.

Economy

ECB rate cuts: 'We're breaking the neck of inflation,' says Lagarde

Inflation is on track to hit the medium-term 2% target in 2025. The ECB remains data-dependent, with no pre-commitment to future rate changes.

Economy

ECB cuts rates again as inflation falls below target

The 25 basis point cut, expected by analysts, arrives against a backdrop of settling inflation and anaemic growth.

Markets

Euro under pressure ahead of European Central Bank rate decision

The euro began its downtrend against the US dollar at the end of September after reaching a 15-month high. Despite a potential near-term rebound, analysts suggest the euro's weakness may persist.

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