Tag: Economic indicators

Finance and investment markets may seem like they operate independently of human rhythms, but the truth is that they are still influenced by daily and seasonal routines. Stock exchanges still follow the traditional opening...

Wealthy investors and family offices have been cautious leading up to the recent stock market swings, but many saw the drop in prices as an opportunity for tax savings and estate planning, according to...

This week in the financial markets has been a rollercoaster ride, with US stock indices fighting to end on a positive note. Crude oil futures settled at $76.84, and there were key events and...

With less than an hour remaining in trading, the stock market is struggling to end the week on a positive note. The S&P and NASDAQ indices are currently in the red, potentially marking the...

The recent market turbulence has been causing anxiety among investors, with fears of a US recession prompting calls for aggressive rate cuts by the Fed. The market has already priced in some easing, but...

European markets are looking to start the day on a positive note as they aim to rebound following recent volatility, taking cues from the upward trend in Wall Street and Asia-Pacific stocks. The FTSE...

European equities managed to hold onto slight gains as the market opened today. It is important to note that trading foreign exchange carries a high level of risk and may not be suitable for...

Jerome Powell, the chairman of the Federal Reserve, has been known for his steady leadership. However, his recent decision to keep interest rates at 5.25-5.5% on July 31st raised concerns. This announcement was quickly...

Good afternoon, everyone. I'm here to provide you with some insights into the recent developments in Allianz SE's financial performance, particularly in the second quarter of 2024. One key point of interest is the...

In this first part of a series of reports, a new toolkit is introduced to predict the probability of soft-landing, stagflation, and recessionary episodes. Bernanke (2024) reviewed the Bank of England’s forecasting process for...