Share: In November, stocks and bonds have rallied and the US Dollar has weakened. Economists at Nordea expect markets to move back to reality. The current rally in bonds and stocks is unlikely to continue The rally in both bonds and stocks looks unsustainable. The next environment is likely to be one of
Share: Unilever is a multinational consumer goods corporation. Unilever products include food, condiments, ice cream, coffee, cleaning agents, pet food, beauty products, personal care and more. Founded 1919 by the merger of the Dutch margarine producer Margarine Unie and the British soapmaker Lever Brothers, it is headquartered in London, UK. Unilever is a part of FTSE 100,
Share: One of the things famed investor Warren Buffett looks for in a company is an “economic moat,” a term he popularized long ago that essentially refers to a nearly impenetrable competitive advantage. In other words, with a moat around your business, you are protected from competition; thus, you are able to maintain
Share: S&P 500 ended the week up by 0.9%, with the Nasdaq and Dow Jones also posting significant gains, reflecting a positive shift in investor sentiment. U.S. labor market data showing a slowdown in job growth fueled speculation that the Federal Reserve may halt rate hikes. Fed officials Thomas Barkin and Neil Kashkari
Share: In one year, Americans will elect their president. Polls show Donald Trump in a neck-and-neck race with incumbent Joe Biden. Economists at Commerzbank analyze market implications of the US elections. Prolonged period with unclear winner to weigh on the markets for some time In 2024, it will likely be important to see
Closing changes: Stoxx 600 +0.2% German DAX +0.3% UK FTSE 100 -0.6% French CAC -0.1% Italy MIB +0.7% Spain IBEX +0.4% On the week: Stoxx 600 +3.4% German DAX +3.8% UK FTSE 100 +1.5% French CAC +3.7% Italy MIB +5.1% Spain IBEX +4.2% It was a good week but it’s disappointing that European stocks couldn’t
Share: The S&P 500 is extending declines into a two-week stretch, down over 5% for the period. S&P index down over 10% from the July peak at $4,600, enters correction territory. US Equities mixed on Friday as recession fears, lopsided earnings reports drag on stocks. The Standard & Poor’s index marked in the