Markets
Week ahead: Investors brace for a major trade war as China retaliates
The week’s focus will be on any tariff updates from the Trump administration and retaliatory measures from other economies. Additionally, US and Chinese inflation data, as well as the Reserve Bank of New Zealand’s rate decision, will be in the spotlight for financial markets.
Markets
Bloodbath for European markets as stocks see worst fall since 2020
European equities plunged in their worst session since March 2020, as the global market rout intensified. Safe-haven assets gained as investors brace for prolonged volatility amid rising inflation fears and no immediate central bank support.
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Business
Trump denies causing market sell-offs but sticks to trade deficit goal
Global stock markets deepened losses during Monday’s Asian session as US President Donald Trump reiterated his commitment to eliminating US trade deficits—particularly with China—while denying any intention to fuel market turmoil.
Markets
Trump tariff shock rattles markets as investors fear global trade war
Global markets sank as Trump imposed sweeping new tariffs on top US trade partners, sparking fears of retaliatory moves and a global slowdown. Stocks tumbled, bonds rallied, the euro hit a six-month high, and oil prices slumped.
Markets
Europe’s markets lose steam amid EU deadlock on Ukraine, trade tension
The rally in European stock markets took a breather as EU leaders struggled to secure a €5 billion funding package for Ukraine. Investor sentiment was further dampened by the ECB’s cautious outlook on the economy and inflation, triggering selloffs, particularly in the defence and automotive sectors.
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Investors flock to Europe as US exceptionalism fades: BofA survey
The latest Bank of America Fund Manager Survey shows a record rotation from US to European equities, driven by Germany’s fiscal stimulus and rising defence spending. A net 60% of investors expect stronger European growth, marking a sharp sentiment shift.
Markets
Markets week ahead: Will central banks announce more rate cuts?
Major central banks are set to decide on interest rates this week, providing guidance on market trajectory. Investors will particularly focus on the Federal Reserve’s policy outlook, as the bank may step in and buoy a wobbly Wall Street after it fell into correction territory.
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Gold reaches a new milestone as global trade war escalates
Gold prices reached a new high, while equity markets and crude oil continued to decline on Thursday amid an escalating global trade war. Risk-off sentiment prevailed in the financial markets due to economic and political uncertainties, shifting funds away from riskier assets.
