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Markets weekly recap: Risk-on boosted by Fed’s outsized rate cuts

Global stock markets are set for a positive weekly close following the Fed’s jumbo rate cuts. The Bank of England’s hawkish rhetoric has kept the Pound at a two-and-a-half-year high.

Economy

Norway holds its benchmark interest rate at 16-year high of 4.5%

Why is one of Europe’s best-performing economies not following in the ECB’s footsteps?

Economy

Bank of England keeps rates at 5%, propels pound to over 2-year highs

The Bank of England held rates at 5%, as largely expected. The pound surged against the dollar and euro, while the FTSE 100 dipped slightly. European stocks rallied following the Federal Reserve's rate cut.

Markets

What the Fed's jumbo rate cut means for European and global markets

The Fed's substantial rate cut could result in a further loosening of global liquidity, prompting a shift in capital across asset classes and stock sectors.

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Economy

US Federal Reserve cuts benchmark interest rate by half-point

The Federal Reserve on Wednesday cut its benchmark interest rate by an unusually large half-point, a dramatic shift after more than two years of high rates helped tame inflation but that also made borrowing painfully expensive for American consumers.

Markets

How have European stocks previously reacted to Fed rate cuts?

Historically, European stocks have reacted positively to Fed rate cuts, especially when not linked to a recession. However, during recessions, market performance is volatile. The 2020 pandemic cut was an outlier, with stocks surging due to unprecedented global stimulus.

Economy

Bank of England set to hold rates steady as it eyes stubborn inflation

The Bank of England is set to announce its interest rate decision on Thursday, with market participants widely anticipating the rate to remain unchanged, given the unsupportive economic landscape.

Economy

US Federal Reserve set to cut interest rates for first time in 4 years

The US Federal Reserve is set to cut interest rates for the first time in 4 years later today.

Economy

Germany's economic sentiment takes a dramatic fall as outlook worsens

Germany's economic sentiment plunged to an 11-month low in September, with the ZEW index dropping sharply. Economic outlook worsened across key German industries, impacting the broader eurozone morale.

Markets

Gold nears record highs ahead of crucial central bank rate decision

Gold continues to hover near all-time highs, driven by a weakened US dollar, uncertain global economic outlooks, and escalating geopolitical tensions. The rally shows no signs of slowing, as upcoming central bank decisions may further boost demand.

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Markets look ahead: EU CPI, BoE, BoJ, and Fed rate decisions in focus

This week is packed with critical economic data and events, shaping global market sentiment. Three major central banks are scheduled to hold policy meetings and make decisions on their interest rates.

Economy

Russia's central bank hikes interest rates in a bid to fight inflation

Russia's central bank raised its interest rate by a full percentage point on Friday as government military spending in its invasion of Ukraine strains the economy.

Business

ECB interest rate cut: How will it impact your personal finances?

The European Central Bank (ECB) cut interest rates for the second time this year on Thursday 12 September. Euronews Business asked the experts how it might impact your personal finances.

Economy

Will the ECB cut interest rates again in October? Analysts weigh in

Analysts are divided on whether the ECB will cut rates again in October, with some expecting a pause until December. Key factors include wage pressures, inflation data, and oil prices. Most agree on gradual easing, with more cuts likely into 2025.

Markets

Weekly recap: European Central Bank rate cut sparks market rally

Global stock markets were mostly positive this week, buoyed by optimism over central banks' rate cuts. The ECB’s second rate reduction of the year fuelled a market rally across Europe.

Economy

ECB's Lagarde reaffirms data-driven approach to future rate decisions

ECB President Christine Lagarde reaffirms a data-driven approach to rate decisions while urging structural reforms, citing Mario Draghi's competitiveness report. The ECB lowered its deposit rate by 25 basis points, with inflation and growth forecasts largely unchanged.

Economy

Spanish inflation drops to over one-year lows on cooling food prices

Productivity, however, continues to be weak, compared with the average across the EU, with the issue having worsened over the past 10 years or so.

Economy

European Central Bank cuts interest rates again as inflation slows

The European Central Bank (ECB) has cut its key interest rates as the markets expected, marking its second reduction this year following a move in June.

Economy

German inflation rate dips to lowest level in more than three years

The news raises hopes for another rate cut from the European Central Bank, with the policy committee set to meet this Thursday.

Business

HSBC looks to cut costs through merger of major divisions

The new unit would surpass the current wealth and personal banking division in size and would house more than 90,000 employees. However, the merger could lead to job cuts in areas where there are overlapping roles.

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