IMF warns Donald Trump’s tariffs are darkening global economic outlook
ADVERTISEMENTThe IMF said that the global economy will grow just 2.8% this year, down from its forecast in January of 3.3%, according to its latest…
US markets edge slightly higher as Trump’s tariff volatility eases
ADVERTISEMENTThe S&P 500 was up 0.2% in early trading, though it’s been prone to huge swings not just day to day but also hour to…
US markets: Tech stocks rise higher and investors watch earnings
ADVERTISEMENTStocks rallied worldwide on Monday after President Donald Trump relaxed some of his tariffs, for now at least.The S&P 500 was 1.5% higher in early…
European equities rise on Trump’s temporary tech tariff exemption
ADVERTISEMENTEuropean markets opened the new week with solid gains, buoyed by renewed investor optimism after US President Donald Trump announced that major tech products such…
Week ahead: ECB rate decision, China’s GDP, and major company earnings
ADVERTISEMENTFinancial markets are expected to be less volatile this week after China suggested that it won't be raising its 125% tariff on US goods any…
How a Dutch trading company started the World’s First Stock Exchange
ADVERTISEMENT'Fast' is an understatement for the stock market today. Real-time price updates on a screen and stocks changing hands at the click of a button—this is…
A dead cat bounce? Six market terms to know in an era of trade wars
ADVERTISEMENTBulls, bears and dead cats are lurking in the background of President Donald Trump’s trade war. As the effects of the administration's latest tariffs unfold,…
Bloodbath for European markets as stocks see worst fall since March 2020
ADVERTISEMENTThe market carnage triggered by Donald Trump's trade tariffs continued at full speed on Monday, following three consecutive days of steep losses, with no sign…
Wall Street prepares for losses as Trump’s tariffs spark trade chaos
ADVERTISEMENTWall Street followed global markets sharply lower Thursday after US President Donald Trump announced tariffs on imports of goods from around the world.The double-digit tariff…
Wall Street swings as Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’ weighs on investors
President Donald Trump’s fast-approaching “Liberation Day” sent stock markets swinging sharply worldwide on Monday. ADVERTISEMENTOn Wall Street, the S&P 500 rose 0.6% in another roller-coaster…
Market insights: What is behind the European stock markets’ rally?
European markets continued to outperform their US counterparts despite the recent rebound on Wall Street. Notably, the banking and industrial sectors stand as the top…
Week ahead: Global business activity data to offer clues on economic trajectory
This week, financial markets will focus on upcoming flash manufacturing and services PMIs, as well as inflation data from major economies. These figures are crucial…
Euronext CEO: ‘There is a massive migration of investment from the US to to Europe’
"Europe appears to be a safe harbour for investors who look for predictability," the CEO of pan-European stock exchange Euronext said to Euronews Business. ADVERTISEMENTEuropean stock…
How will Germany’s debt reform impact its stock and bond market?
Germany has passed a landmark spending bill, unlocking hundreds of billions of euros for defence spending and infrastructure investment. While the historic debt reform is…
Nvidia shares fall following new AI chip announcements
Nvidia's shares fell despite unveiling its next-generation artificial intelligence chips at the annual GPU Technology Conference (GTC), highlighting the risk-off sentiment-driven markets. ADVERTISEMENTOn Tuesday, Nvidia…
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…
The DAX and euro rise ahead of Germany’s parliamentary vote on a major spending bill
Germany is expected to pass a major spending bill on defence and infrastructure, allowing the country to unleash hundreds of billions of euros into the…
Beyond defence: Stocks set to gain from Germany’s economic revolution
Germany's fiscal shift will drive billions into infrastructure, energy, and housing, boosting eurozone growth. Goldman Sachs highlights 12 Buy-rated European stocks set to benefit from…
European defence stocks surge as region’s leaders plan spending boost
Investors are watching closely as European leaders hold an emergency meeting on regional security. ADVERTISEMENTShares in European defence companies rallied on Monday as European leaders…
Ones to watch next week: Investors eye BP, BAT, Barclays and NatWest
Here's what investors are eyeing on the markets next week, according to investment platform AJ Bell. BP, Tuesday 11 FebruaryADVERTISEMENTAt the start of next week,…