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Can Germany’s improving financial sentiment beat business pessimism?

Can Germany's improving financial sentiment beat business pessimism?

Financial experts are more optimistic about Germany’s economy as the ZEW index rebounded more than expected in December, its highest in four months, driven by ECB rate cut prospects and snap elections. Yet, the ifo survey shows businesses remain far more pessimistic about 2025. ADVERTISEMENT Financial experts’ confidence in the German and Eurozone economies improved in December, buoyed by the …

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Weekly recap: Geopolitical tensions weigh on European market sentiment

Weekly recap: Geopolitical tensions weigh on European market sentiment

The European stock markets rebounded on Thursday but remained in negative territory for the week as rising geopolitical tensions weighed on sentiment. ADVERTISEMENT Stock markets on both sides of the Atlantic diverged this week. The European equities remained under pressure amid rising geopolitical tensions, while Wall Street sustained the upside momentum following robust Nvidia’s quarterly earnings result. The escalation in …

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End of economic crisis? DAX rises as German business sentiment surges

End of economic crisis? DAX rises as German business sentiment surges

The DAX index rose during the end of the week as improved German business sentiment and positive private sector data rescued investor confidence. The Ifo Business Climate Index increased for the first time in six months, offering a light at the end of the tunnel. ADVERTISEMENT The German DAX index edged 0.2% up on Friday, lifted by growing investor optimism …

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China’s CPI and economic briefings dampen European market sentiment

China’s CPI and economic briefings dampen European market sentiment

China reported weaker-than-expected consumer price growth for September, alongside an underwhelming economic briefing, which may exert pressure on European luxury stocks. ADVERTISEMENT China reported weaker-than-expected inflation over the weekend, highlighting continued sluggish consumer demand despite aggressive stimulus measures. The disappointing data was accompanied by an underwhelming economic briefing by the Chinese Finance Minister on Sunday, likely leading to further declines …

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