The global markets are currently on edge as Asian markets cautiously assess the impact of the recent success of right-wing parties in the European Union on the cohesion of the bloc. While EUROSTOXX 50 futures have shown a slight uptick of 0.2%, FTSE futures remain stagnant. The euro is holding steady at $1.0766, slightly above
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The largest official sector buyer of gold, China, is expected to resume its bullion shopping once prices ease from the record highs experienced in May. This information was revealed at a recent conference where industry players discussed the fundamental case for the metal moving forward. Despite a pause in their gold reserves in May, the
Pakistan’s coalition government is gearing up to announce ambitious fiscal targets in the upcoming 2024/2025 budget. The budget, set for July-June, is crucial in strengthening Pakistan’s case for securing a new bailout deal with the International Monetary Fund (IMF). As the economy faces challenges, officials and analysts anticipate significant measures to bridge the revenue-expenditure gap
Recent data from the Recruitment and Employment Confederation in the UK revealed that the fall in permanent hiring by employers in Britain was the least severe in over a year in May. This is a promising sign that the recruitment market might be on the brink of a recovery. The report indicated that permanent hiring
The recent shock election called by French President Emmanuel Macron has sent ripples through the euro and European markets. The euro has skidded, falling 0.3% to a one-month low of $1.0764, while also slumping to a 21-month low against the pound. EuroSTOXX 50 equity futures have dipped by 0.4% and French bond futures have also
The Group of Seven (G7) wealthy democracies are gearing up to send a firm message to small Chinese banks about their involvement in assisting Russia in evading Western sanctions. Leaders from the G7 countries are expected to have intense conversations during their upcoming summit in Italy about the growing trade relationship between China and Russia
In the wake of Chanel’s top designer’s departure, the $1.62 trillion luxury goods industry is experiencing significant upheaval. This departure has sent ripples not only through Chanel but across all major global players at a time when the industry as a whole is at a crossroads. Traditionally, the playbook for top fashion labels like Chanel,
Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich has called for talks to begin next week in order to draft the 2025 state budget. These discussions are expected to be intense, with the goal of transitioning the economy from the strains of war to a focus on growth. Smotrich emphasized the need for “marathon discussions” to take place
President Emmanuel Macron of France and President Joe Biden of the United States have expressed a commitment to working together to prevent a broader escalation in the Middle East. Macron emphasized the importance of avoiding a regional explosion, with a key priority being to calm the situation between Israel and Hezbollah. Both countries are redoubling
The recent decision by the European Central Bank (ECB) to cut its benchmark interest rate has raised questions about the future direction of borrowing costs in the Eurozone. The rate cut from 4.0% to 3.75% was widely anticipated, given the disappointing wage and inflation data in recent weeks. However, the head of Austria’s central bank,
The U.S. dollar has been hovering near an eight-week low, facing pressure ahead of the release of the crucial U.S. jobs report. The dollar index, which tracks the currency against major rivals, including the euro, has been stagnant at 104.13. This stagnation comes after breaking below 104 earlier in the week, a level not seen
The euro strengthened slightly in anticipation of a rate decision by the European Central Bank (ECB), where a rate cut is widely expected. Meanwhile, the dollar weakened as expectations of a U.S. Federal Reserve easing cycle grew. Market participants are closely watching the ECB meeting for insights into the bank’s rate outlook, with potential quarter-point
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