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Euro holds at 4-year highs, European equities soar on Fed's dovish cut

European stocks rallied on Thursday after the Fed cut rates to 4.00%–4.25% and signalled more easing. Markets cheered the dovish tone, boosting equities across the eurozone, with tech and bank shares leading the gains.

Dollar Undercut by Fed Rate Cut Expectations and Euro Strength

Dollar Undercut by Fed Rate Cut Expectations and Euro Strength

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today gave up overnight gains and is down by -0.24%. The dollar retreated today after US weekly jobless claims unexpectedly rose to a 3.75-year high and Aug CPI was right on expectations, cementing expectations for at least a 25 bp rate cut by the Fed...

Why is Lagarde holding rates? The economy is in a 'good place'

Why is Lagarde holding rates? The economy is in a 'good place'

Lagarde says the eurozone economy is 'in a good place' as the ECB keeps its benchmark rate steady at 2.00%. With inflation near target and growth revised up, rate cuts are off the table, for now.

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France Political Crisis Looms Over ECB Meeting

France's political crisis will likely take centre stage at a European Central Bank meeting Thursday, with turmoil in the eurozone's second-biggest economy causing a fresh headache for policymakers.

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ECB Set To Hold Rates Steady With Eye On France Crisis

The European Central bank is expected to hold interest rates steady again this week with inflation under control and US tariff tensions easing, even as France's political crisis presents a new headache.

International Business Times

Eurozone business activity hits 15-month high in August

The eurozone's economy is gathering momentum as its latest business activity indicator, the flash composite PMI, increased in August, surpassing expectations. It was boosted by manufacturing, which expanded in the bloc for the first time since June 2022.

Growth fades in Europe: Is the recovery already running out of steam?

The eurozone economy barely grew in the second quarter. Germany and Italy contracted, while Spain continued to shine.

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Eurozone GDP Growth Pops A Surprise: These ETFs Are Winning The Game

Eurozone GDP Growth Pops A Surprise: These ETFs Are Winning The Game

The Eurozone just played a trick, reporting 0.3% year-over-year GDP growth in the second quarter, beating expectations of a slowdown.

Eurozone unemployment stays at a record low despite economic hurdles

Eurozone unemployment stays at a record low despite economic hurdles

US tariffs have created economic headwinds by creating uncertainty around trade, but Europe’s labour market is holding up relatively well.

Eurozone growth slows: Spain leads and Germany contracts

Eurozone growth slows: Spain leads and Germany contracts

Eurozone GDP rose just 0.1% in the second quarter of 2025, down from 0.6% in Q1, as Germany and Italy slipped into contraction. Spain led growth at 0.7%, while France surprised with 0.3% growth.

Stock Index Futures Gain Ahead of U.S. GDP Data and Fed Rate Decision, Microsoft and Meta Earnings on Tap

Stock Index Futures Gain Ahead of U.S. GDP Data and Fed Rate Decision, Microsoft and Meta Earnings on Tap

September S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESU25) are up +0.12%, and September Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQU25) are up +0.21% this morning, pointing to a slightly higher open on Wall Street, while investors await the Federal Reserve’s policy decision, a fresh batch of U.S. economic data, including the ADP employment report…

Eurozone Economy Expands But Tariff Impact Looms

Eurozone Economy Expands But Tariff Impact Looms

The eurozone economy unexpectedly expanded in the second quarter of 2025, official data showed Wednesday, despite international trade tensions clouding the global outlook.

International Business Times

Spain’s economy grows 0.7% as it continues to outshine eurozone peers

Spain’s economy grows 0.7% as it continues to outshine eurozone peers

Household consumption and business investment have driven the quarterly uptick as employment growth remains strong.

Germany’s economic sentiment hits highest level since early 2022

Germany’s economic sentiment hits highest level since early 2022

Germany's economic sentiment hit a 3-year high in July, with the ZEW index rising to 52.7 amid hopes of a US-EU trade resolution and German stimulus. The eurozone's outlook also improved, while markets stayed cautious after new US tariff threats.

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Eurozone unemployment ticks up modestly as tariff uncertainty lingers

Businesses in Europe must contend with economic uncertainty when looking for new hires, although unemployment rates remains historically low.

Lagarde says ECB 'will not rest' as eurozone inflation hits 2% in June

Eurozone price pressures rose in line with expectations in June, reaching the ECB’s 2% target. ECB President Christine Lagarde struck a cautious tone in her opening remarks at the central bank’s annual symposium in Sintra.

Dollar Pressured by Dovish Fed Comments

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Monday fell by -0.33%. The dollar on Monday dropped from a 3-week high and turned lower on dovish Fed comments. Fed Governor Bowman and Chicago Fed President Goolsbee said they favored a Fed rate cut at next month’s FOMC meeting. Also, Monday’s rebound in...

Dollar Firms on Escalation of Middle East Tensions

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is up by +0.06% at a 3-week high. The dollar is climbing today after the weekend attack by the US on Iran's nuclear facilities boosted safe-haven demand for the dollar. The dollar also found support from the stronger-than-expected US PMI and existing home sales...

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Eurozone economy grows by 0.6%: Lagarde shuts door on July rate cut

The eurozone gross domestic product grew by 0.6% quarter-over-quarter in the first quarter of 2025, marking the strongest pace of growth since late 2022. ECB's President Christine Lagarde hinted that a July pause in rate cuts may be warranted.

The Guardian - UK

ECB cuts interest rates to 2% in effort to bolster flagging eurozone growth

European Central Bank makes eighth quarter-point cut in a year as bloc reels from impact of Trump’s trade wars

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ECB president Christine Lagarde says she’s ‘determined’ to complete her term, after speculation of early exit to run WEF – as it happened

“You’re not about to see the back of me,” insists Lagarde, sporting a necklace reading ‘in charge’, following claims she discussed leaving ECB early to run World Economic Forum

Dollar Gains and Gold Falls on US Labor Market Strength

The dollar index (DXY00 ) Tuesday rose by +0.53%. The dollar on Tuesday recovered from a 6-week low and moved higher after weaker-than-expected Eurozone inflation news knocked the euro lower. Also, weakness in the yuan supported gains in the dollar after a gauge of Chinese manufacturing activity contracted in May...

Eurozone inflation falls below ECB 2% target in May: Rate cut in sight

Eurozone inflation fell to 1.9% in May, below forecasts, boosting expectations of an ECB rate cut on Thursday. Core inflation also eased to 2.4%. The euro slipped and bond yields fell as markets priced in a 25bp rate cut to 2.0%.

Eurozone manufacturing shows signs of recovery: Is the slump over?

While the Eurozone and Spanish manufacturing purchasing managers’ index (PMI) increased in May, the German manufacturing sector continued to lag for the 35th consecutive month.

Eurozone private sector slips into contraction as services falter in May

Eurozone private sector contracted in May, with Composite PMI falling to 49.5. Services saw their sharpest drop in 16 months, while manufacturing stabilised. Business confidence hit a 19-month low, reinforcing expectations for further ECB rate cuts.

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