In a move that has caused ripples across Europe’s financial environment, Milan-based UniCredit has escalated its bid for Frankfurt-based Commerzbank, significantly increasing its stake from 9% to an astonishing 21%, with intentions of reaching nearly 30%. This unexpected maneuver has caught the German government off guard, leading to a vociferous backlash, particularly from political leaders
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The potential return of Donald Trump to the presidency has sparked renewed debate about his economic policies, particularly regarding tariffs. Analysts are concerned that Trump’s proposed tariffs on imports could have significant negative repercussions for the S&P 500 companies and the overall U.S. economy. This article delves into the implications of Trump’s tariff plans based
Dutch challenger bank Bunq is on a mission to rapidly expand its global reach by growing its headcount by a whopping 70% this year, aiming to have over 700 employees on board. While other financial technology startups are opting to scale back on jobs, Bunq is taking a different approach by gearing up for expansion
Moody’s has issued a warning that the ongoing regulatory investigations into wealth managers’ cash sweep programs could potentially lead to credit rating downgrades, which in turn could increase costs for these firms. This comes at a time when concerns about the economy are rising, with worries of a looming downturn due to tight monetary policies.
The AUD/USD pair has been consolidating gains near the 0.6620 zone, showing signs of potential downside correction from the 0.6640 level. The technical analysis indicates that there is a key bullish trend line forming with support at 0.6610 on the hourly chart of AUD/USD at FXOpen. The pair started a fresh increase from the 0.6500
The article starts by highlighting the rise in U.S. stock futures at the beginning of the week due to several major central bank meetings and key tech company earnings. It mentions that Apple is incorporating artificial intelligence features into its products and that the European corporate results season is ongoing. The focus is on the
Traders have been closely monitoring the USDCHF currency pair, especially after the recent breakout that confirmed a bearish bias. The completion of a medium-term bullish corrective cycle in April 2024 marked a significant turning point for the pair. The weekly chart analysis revealed a supercycle 4th wave completion in December 2016, indicating the beginning of
When examining the monthly scale of EUR/USD, it becomes apparent that there is potential for a significant breakout. This is evidenced by the higher highs and higher lows that have been forming. In January 2023, the price reached a peak at $1.2448, followed by a higher low of $1.1803 in March 2023. Subsequently, another higher
During Monday’s trading session, the GBPJPY pair continued its upward movement, hitting a peak of approximately 202.50, the highest level seen since 2007. Despite initial efforts by sellers to drive the pair down to 106.14, buyers managed to take control and push the pair to new cycle highs. The Daily Relative Strength Index (RSI) at
Fitch Ratings agency has revised its expectations regarding China’s policy rate, no longer anticipating a cut for this year. The initial forecast for one cut in 2024 has now been pushed back to the following year. This adjustment is influenced by the U.S. Federal Reserve’s decision to maintain high interest rates, impacting the exchange rate
In a market where concentration risk is a concern for investors, exploring value-oriented investments could be a wise decision. According to Phil McInnis, the chief investment strategist at Avantis Investors, taking a more diversified approach can provide better long-term returns compared to simply relying on index funds like the S&P 500. By focusing on companies
Nio, the Chinese electric car company, is gearing up for an expansion into the Middle East market as part of its strategic plan for growth and global presence. CEO William Li announced the move during an earnings call, revealing the company’s ambitious plans to introduce its products and services in the United Arab Emirates by