Oil Reverses Gains on Tariff Truce
Trump stirred up oil market volatility, from threatening tariffs to securing a last-minute truce with Canada and Mexico. However, with China retaliating, oil markets have yet to settle on a less volatile course.
BBVA Profit Soars Amid Mexico Trade Risks
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3 Feb. Week Ahead: Earnings, Labour, BOE Decision & More
On the week of 3 February, tech earnings, BOE decision, and US labour data will be released. Explore more about the week ahead and what to expect in this article.
Week of 26 January Summary: Fed & ECB Decisions, Tech Selloffs, AI & Markets
The week saw major central bank decisions, AI-driven tech selloffs, Alibaba’s AI launch, record highs in European indices, and reflections on Trump’s infrastructure policy.
Diverging Paths: Fed Holds Steady While BoE Eyes Cuts
On 29 January, the Fed decided to keep the federal funds rate as is, while the Bank of England looks set to cut interest rates. How these divergent policies will affect markets is an open question.
European Indices DAX 40 and Euro STOXX Hit Record Highs
European stocks hit record highs as the DAX 40 and Euro STOXX 600 surged, with the Euro STOXX 50 nearing its peak. This rally may signal strong market momentum despite recent AI-induced volatility.
Alibaba’s AI Launch & Earnings Roundup: ASML, Tesla, Meta
The week of 26 January has proven eventful so far, with Alibaba releasing a new AI model, ASML reporting better-than-expected earnings, and Tesla and Meta set to report their results today. What else lies ahead for the markets?
How Did Trump's Infrastructure Affect ACS’ Stock Price?
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DeepSeek Triggers Tech Selloffs
The launch of DeepSeek has sent shockwaves across global markets, wiping out $1.2 trillion of market value as its cost-efficiency raised questions about overspending in Silicon Valley. As the Fed watches the fallout and rate cut odds rise, analysts are debating whether this is a temporary or enduring shift in AI.
Stock Market Holidays 2025: All You Need to Know
Stay informed about the stock market holidays for 2025. Learn about global trading hours, market closures, and special trading days across major stock exchanges.
27 Jan Week Ahead: ECB & Fed Decisions, Tech Earnings & More
The week of 27 January will see the release of ECB and Fed decisions, the reporting of big tech earnings, and the release of key data from the US and the Eurozone. Find out more.
Markets React to Trump's AI Plan & China's Share Boost
This week saw major announcements from the US and China, causing shifts in global markets. Trump’s AI infrastructure project is pushing tech stocks higher, while China takes action to support its economy amid new tariff concerns.
FTSE 100 Hits Record on Weak GBP, Bank Stock Rally
The FTSE 100 index reached another record high on 21 January, driven by a weaker pound and strong banking and oil sectors. Foreign investment and valuations add momentum to UK stocks.
Netflix Earnings Surge: Record Subscribers and Rising Prices
Netflix held its Q4 2024 earnings call on Tuesday, 21 January, beating expectations on many measures and setting the stage for price increases.
Trump's First Day Sparks Reactions
Trump’s first day in office has already sparked reactions in global markets, initially seeing the US dollar nosedive after Trump confirmed he would not sign tariff-related executive orders just yet. However, Trump declared a “national energy emergency” and warned of potential 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico starting in February.
Trumponomics Explained: What Are Trump’s Economic Effects?
Trumponomics is a term for the economic policies of the 45th President of the United States, Donald Trump, which focuses on tax cuts, deregulations, trade bans, and protectionism.
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