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What’s Affecting Germany’s Manufacturing Activity?
According to a report by Markit Economics, Germany’s final manufacturing PMI (purchasing managers’ index) stood at 58.2 in March as compared to 60.6 in February 2018.
Bernstein on Making Money in the Market in 2018
Richard Bernstein on making money In an interview with CNBC, prominent investor Richard Bernstein shared his views on global equity markets and how to make money in 2018. In the previous part, we saw that he advised investors to stay invested in the market as long as corporate earnings are accelerating. Bernstein also said that the best way […]
European Markets Are Stronger Early on July 13
The United Kingdom’s FTSE 100 Index started Thursday on a stable note. Early on July 13, the FTSE 100 Index was stable and trading above opening hours.
UK’s Manufacturing PMI at 3-Year High: Is Brexit Fear Overdone?
The United Kingdom Manufacturing PMI hit a three-year high in April 2017. It stood at 57.3 compared to 54.2 in March.
Apple Fires Back against Qualcomm in Europe
Qualcomm (QCOM) litigated against Apple (AAPL) in China to force Apple to negotiate licensing terms. Apple isn’t resting on its laurels, as it has retaliated against Qualcomm in Europe (IEV).
Why Germany’s ZEW Economic Sentiment Index Is Improving
Germany’s ZEW economic sentiment index (EWG) was at 12.8 March 2017. In comparison, it stood at 10.4 in February.
European Markets Are Weak Early on July 21
On July 21, the FTSE 100 Index started on a stronger note but lost momentum as the day progressed. It traded with subdued momentum.
Why Germany’s ZEW Economic Sentiment Index Fell in June 2017
Germany’s ZEW Economic Sentiment Index (EWG) fell to 18.6 in June 2017, compared to 20.6 in May.
British Pound on Downward Slope since Brexit Vote
Since the British Brexit referendum on June 23, 2016, the British pound (FXB) has been nervous.
France’s Manufacturing Rose in June: Macron Magic?
According to data provided by Markit Economics, the final Markit France manufacturing PMI (purchasing managers’ index) stood at 54.8 in June 2017, compared to 53.8 in May 2017.
Why Did the Germany ZEW Economic Sentiment Fall?
The Germany ZEW Economic Sentiment Index is at ten in August 2017—compared to 17.5 in July 2017. It didn’t meet the market’s expectation of 15.0.
Why Germany’s Economic Sentiment Index Has Fallen
According to the Centre for European Economic Research (ZEW), the German ZEW economic sentiment index has fallen to 5.1 in March 2018 from 17.8 in February 2018.
Improved Eurozone Consumer Confidence Boosts Investor Confidence
According to a report provided by the European Commission, the Eurozone consumer confidence index stood at -1.3 in June, compared to -3.3 in May 2017.
Is the Eurozone’s Economic Stress Level Increasing?
In this series, we’ll examine the Eurozone’s economic condition and its accompanying indexes.
Why the Eurozone ZEW Economic Sentiment Index Has Fallen
According to the Centre for European Economic Research (ZEW), the Eurozone ZEW economic sentiment index is at 13.4, compared with 29.3 in February 2018.
How the Eurozone ZEW Economic Sentiment Index Looked in October
According to a report by the Centre for European Economic Research (ZEW), the Eurozone ZEW Economic Sentiment Index fell to 26.7 so far in October compared to 31.7 in September.
European Markets Opened Higher amid Improved Global Sentiment
France’s CAC 40 Index quit falling last week and traded in a range of 5,200–5,100. This week, it opened higher amid improved global sentiment.
Germany ZEW Economic Sentiment Has Been Worsening Gradually
The iShares MSCI Germany ETF (EWG), which tracks the performance of the German economy, fell 5.2% in June.
Eurozone ZEW Economic Sentiment Index Rose in December
According to a report by the Centre for European Economic Research (ZEW), the Eurozone ZEW Economic Sentiment Index rose to 31.8 in January 2018.
Geopolitical Factors Are Affecting Germany’s Economic Sentiment
The Germany ZEW Economic Sentiment Index has remained flat so far in May 2018.
George Soros: ‘Brexit Is a Lose-Lose Proposition’
According to legendary investor George Soros, Brexit is going to impact the United Kingdom (EWU) and the European Union (EZU) (VGK) (IEV).
The UK’s Services PMI in September 2017
The final UK services PMI (purchasing managers’ index) stood at 53.6 in September 2017 compared to 53.2 in August 2017.
European Markets Are Mixed Early on January 11
At 3:45 AM EST on January 11, the DAX Index was trading at 13,275.50—a fall of 0.04%. The iShares MSCI Germany (EWG) fell 0.88% on January 10.
Eurozone ZEW Economic Sentiment Fell after a Year
According to a report by the Centre for European Economic Research (ZEW), the Eurozone ZEW Economic Sentiment Index fell to 29.3 in August.
The UK’s Economy: Will It Be a Rough Road Ahead?
Economic growth in the United Kingdom (EWU) in the first quarter of 2017 was 0.30% compared to a 0.70% growth in 4Q16.
United Kingdom’s Services PMI Was Weaker in May
The United Kingdom’s weaker services PMI was due to slower improvement in new business orders, domestic demand, and export orders in May 2017.
Did the UK Election Impact Its Services PMI in June 2017?
The final UK Services PMI stood at 53.4 in June 2017 compared to 53.8 in May. The figure didn’t meet the market expectation of 53.5.
Immediate Impact of UK Election: Market Up, Volatility Down
After the announcement of the United Kingdom’s election outcome on June 9, 2017, global markets showed mixed responses.
European Markets Are Weak Early on August 17
At 6:50 AM EST on August 17, 2017, the FTSE 100 Index was trading at 7,405.50—a fall of 0.37%. EWU rose 0.54% to $33.68 on August 16.
European Markets: Weaker after the Fed’s Interest Rate Hike
After starting on a weaker note, the United Kingdom’s FTSE 100 index fell in the first three trading days this week. On June 15, it opened the day lower.
A Look inside the UK’s Election Outcome
The much-awaited UK (EWU) general election happened on June 8, 2017, and exit polls showed that the ruling Conservative party fell short of gaining the majority vote.
Germany Ifo Business Climate Index Sees Continuous Rise
Germany’s Ifo Business Climate Index strengthened to 112.9 in April 2017 compared to 112.4 in March 2017.
Can Macron Revive France’s Manufacturing PMI?
The France Manufacturing PMI (purchasing managers’ index) improved to 53.8 in May 2017, as compared to 55.1 in April 2017,
European Markets Fell in the Week Ending on July 28
After gaining for three consecutive trading weeks, the United Kingdom’s FTSE 100 Index pulled back in the week ending July 28.
Why Tech Stocks Surged on January 15
Tech stocks recovered on January 15 led by stellar rallies in the FAANG (Facebook, Amazon, Apple, Netflix, and Alphabet’s Google) stocks.
Is Consumer Confidence Weakening in the Eurozone?
The Vanguard FTSE Europe ETF (VGK) and the iShares Europe ETF (IEV) rose 2.8% and 3%, respectively, in the month through July 24.
Eurozone Inflation Rose to a 16-Month High in June
Core inflation stood at 0.9% in June compared to 1.1% in May.
What the Spain Services PMI Says about the Economy
According to a report by Markit Economics, the final Spain Services PMI showed a weaker improvement in June than in May.
Why Germany’s Manufacturing PMI Has Been Gradually Falling
According to a report by Markit Economics, Germany’s final manufacturing PMI has been weakening gradually since December 2017.
David Rosenberg: Trade War Could Hurt Corporate Profit
Famous economist David Rosenberg said in an interview with CNBC on June 26 that rising trade tension could affect US businesses (SPY).
Is EU Political Uncertainty Affecting France Manufacturing PMI?
The overall Eurozone economy showed some nervousness in May.
How Did Eurozone Consumer Confidence Trend in May?
According to a report from the European Commission, the Eurozone Consumer Confidence Index stood at 0.2 so far in May as compared to 0.4 in April 2018.
Eurozone Investor Confidence Still Weak: What’s the Impact?
The Eurozone Sentix Investor Confidence Index is 19.2 in May compared to 19.6 in April, missing the market estimate of 21.2.
Gradual Fall in Spain Services PMI Weakening Investor Sentiment
The final Spain Services PMI showed a weaker rise in April than in March. It was 55.6 in April compared to 56.2 in March.
What the France Services PMI Signals for the Economy
The final Markit France Services PMI improved marginally in April to 57.4 compared to 56.9 in March.
The Eurozone’s Manufacturing PMI Fell in April
The final Eurozone manufacturing PMI (purchasing managers’ index) has been falling gradually from its record high of 60.6 in December 2017.
Why Spain’s Manufacturing PMI Has Been Falling Gradually
Spain’s manufacturing PMI has been falling gradually since February. It stood at 54.4 in April compared to 54.8 in March.
A Look at the Eurozone Consumer Confidence Index in April
According to a report from the European Commission, the Eurozone Consumer Confidence Index stood at 0.4 so far in April as compared to 0.1 in March 2018.
Eurozone Inflation Improved: Why Did ECB Remain Dovish?
On a year-over-year basis, the Eurozone Inflation (VGK) (IEV) Index stood at 1.3% in March as compared to 1.1% in February 2018.
Why Spain’s Service PMI Weakened in March 2018
According to Markit Economics, the final Spain services PMI showed a weaker rise in March as compared to February 2018.
Is France’s Falling Services PMI Affecting Investor Sentiment?
According to data provided by Markit Economics, the final Markit France services PMI (purchasing managers’ index) weakened again in March 2018.
Gradual Fall in Manufacturing Activity Is a Concern for the Eurozone
According to a report by Markit Economics, the final Eurozone manufacturing PMI (purchasing managers’ index) has been falling gradually since December 2017.
A Look at Spain’s Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index
According to a report by Markit Economics, Spain’s manufacturing PMI stood at 54.8 in March as compared to 56 in February 2018.
German Ifo Business Climate Index Signals Weakness Ahead
According to the Ifo Institute for Economic Research, the German Ifo business climate index is currently at 114.7, compared with 115.4 in February 2018.
Eurozone Consumer Confidence Weakens
According to the European Commission, the Eurozone consumer confidence index has remained at 0.1 in March 2018, unchanged from February 2018.
What Eurozone’s Key Economic Indicators Signal
In this series, we’ll analyze the Eurozone’s economic sentiment indexes’ performance so far in March 2018.
Economic Indicators to Watch This Week
The Eurozone’s economy has been playing a major role in the current global economic scenario.
Eurozone’s Services PMI Fell in February
The Eurozone’s PMI was 56.2 in February—compared to 58 in January. The PMI didn’t meet the preliminary market estimation of 56.7.
Spain’s Service PMI Improved in February
Spain’s final services PMI showed a strong rise in February 2018. The PMI stood at 57.3 in February—compared to 56.9 in January.
Emerging Markets’ Manufacturing Activity in January 2018
In this series, we’ll analyze India’s, China’s, Brazil’s, Russia’s, Indonesia’s, and Mexico’s manufacturing and service activity in January 2018.
Eurozone Manufacturing PMI Weakened in January 2018
The final Eurozone Manufacturing PMI showed an improvement in January 2018. It stood at 59.6 in January 2018 compared to 60.6 in December 2017.
A Look at Spain Manufacturing PMI in January 2018
The Spain Manufacturing PMI rose to 55.2 in January 2018 compared to 55.8 in December 2017. The figure didn’t beat the preliminary market estimate of 55.7.
France Manufacturing PMI: Signaling Better Business Condition?
The final France Manufacturing PMI (Purchasing Managers’ Index) stood at 58.4 in January 2018 compared to 58.8 in December 2017.
European Markets Are Mixed in the Morning Session on January 26
At 4:25 AM EST on January 26, the DAX Index was trading at 13,306.50—a gain of 0.06%. The iShares MSCI Germany (EWG) fell 0.7% on January 25.
Analyzing European Markets Early on January 24
At 4:40 AM EST on January 24, the DAX Index was trading at 13,536.50—a fall of 0.17%. The iShares MSCI Germany (EWG) rose 0.54% on January 23.
European Markets Were Stronger Early on January 23
At 5:05 AM EST on January 23, the DAX Index was trading at 13,574.50—a rise of 0.82%. The iShares MSCI Germany (EWG) rose 0.62% on January 22.
European Markets in the Morning Session on January 22
At 4:30 AM EST on January 22, the DAX Index was trading at 13,419.50—a fall of 0.1%. The iShares MSCI Germany (EWG) rose 1.1% on January 19.
European Markets Are Strong Early on January 19
At 4:45 AM EST on January 19, the DAX Index was trading at 13,387.50—a gain of 0.8%. The iShares MSCI Germany (EWG) rose 0.58% on January 18.
Eurozone Investor Confidence Improved: Will It Help Equity Market?
Eurozone (FEZ) (VGK) investor confidence has shown strong improvement in December 2017.
Analyzing European Markets in the Morning Session on January 17
At 4:55 AM EST on January 17, the DAX Index was trading at 13,224.50—a drop of 0.16%. The iShares MSCI Germany (EWG) rose 0.14% on January 16.
Eurozone Services Activity Reached 6-Year High in December
According to a report by Markit Economics, the final Eurozone services PMI (purchasing managers’ index) showed a strong improvement in December 2017.
How Did Spain’s Services PMI Perform in December 2017?
According to a report by Markit Economics, the final Spain services PMI stood at 54.6 in December 2017 as compared to 54.4 in November.
How Did France’s Services PMI Look in December 2017?
According to the data provided by Markit Economics, the final Markit France services PMI (purchasing managers’ index) fell marginally in December as compared to the previous month.
A Look at Spain’s Manufacturing Activity in December 2017
Spain’s manufacturing activity in December According to Markit Economics, Spain’s manufacturing PMI (purchasing managers’ index) rose to 55.8 in December 2017 from 56.1 in November. Whereas the index had reached an 11-year high in November, in December, it missed the market estimate of 56.4. Despite the lower PMI figure, manufacturing activity remained strong. Spain’s manufacturing PMI performance in […]
What France’s Manufacturing Activity Indicates
France’s manufacturing activity in December According to Markit Economics, France’s manufacturing PMI (purchasing managers’ index) rose strongly in December 2017, to 58.8 from 57.7 in November 2017. Whereas the index didn’t meet the market estimate of 59.3, it marked the strongest improvement in manufacturing activity since September 2000. France’s expansion in manufacturing activity suggests that business […]
How Eurozone ZEW Economic Sentiment Index Looks in December
According to the Centre for European Economic Research (or ZEW), the Eurozone ZEW Economic Sentiment Index has fallen to 29.0 so far in December.
Germany ZEW Economic Sentiment Index in December 2017
According to the Centre for European Economic Research (or ZEW), the Germany ZEW Economic Sentiment Index is at 17.4 so far in December 2017.
Can Rising Eurozone Inflation Make European Central Bank Hawkish?
According to Eurostat, on a year-over-year basis, inflation in the Eurozone (VGK) (IEV) (EZU) was 1.5% in November 2017 compared to 1.4% in October 2017.
Key Economic Indicators Released in the Past Week
In this series, we’ll analyze inflation for three key economies and look at retail sales in the United States and China. We’ll also look at some key economic sentiment indexes.
Eurozone Services PMI: Why It Strengthened in November
The final Eurozone Services PMI stood at 56.2 in November compared to 55.0 in October. It met the preliminary market estimate of 56.2.
France Services PMI: Solid Expansion in November 2017
The final France Services PMI stood at 60.4 in November compared to 57.3 in October. It beat the initial estimate of 60.2.
Insights into the Spain Services PMI for November 2017
The final Spain Services PMI stood at 56.1 in November compared to 55.8 in October. It didn’t beat the preliminary market estimate of 56.5.
Eurozone Manufacturing Rises at a Higher Rate in November
Eurozone manufacturing data The Eurozone’s manufacturing PMI (purchasing managers’ index) stood at 60.1 in November, compared with 58.5 in October 2017, according to Markit Economics. The reading met the preliminary estimate of 60. Eurozone manufacturing activity rose due to increases in the following: production output new orders and export orders employment Production output and new order levels reached […]
France’s Manufacturing Data Shows Robust Growth in November
France’s manufacturing purchasing managers’ index According to IHS Markit, France’s final manufacturing PMI (purchasing managers’ index) stood at 57.7 in November 2017, compared with 56.1 in October 2017. The preliminary market expectation was 57.5. Factory activity was at its highest in seven years. Why manufacturing activity rose France’s manufacturing PMI score rose due to the following […]
Germany’s GDP at 0.8% in 3Q17: Will It Raise Investor Sentiment?
According to a report by the Federal Statistical Office, Germany’s GDP growth rate was 0.8% in the third quarter of 2017 compared to 0.6% growth in the second quarter of 2017.
Eurozone Consumer Confidence in Positive Zone after a Decade
According to a report from the European Commission, the Eurozone Consumer Confidence Index stands at 0.1 so far in November compared to -1.1 in October 2017.
Is Improving Eurozone Inflation Minimizing Deflation Risk?
On a year-over-year basis, the Eurozone inflation index was 1.4% in October compared to 1.5% in September 2017, according to data provided by Eurostat.
European Markets Open Lower on November 23
United Kingdom After falling for two consecutive trading weeks, the United Kingdom’s FTSE 100 Index started this week on a stronger note and gained in the first three trading days of the week. However, the FTSE 100 Index lost strength on Thursday and opened the day lower amid weakened global market sentiment. Market sentiment Whereas lower risk […]
Brazil’s Manufacturing PMI Improved: What’s Driving the Growth?
According to data provided by Markit Economics, the final Markit Brazil Manufacturing PMI (purchasing managers’ index) stood at 51.2 in October 2017 as compared to 50.9 in September 2017.
Why Russia’s Manufacturing PMI Weakened in October 2017
According to a report by Markit Economics, the final Russia Manufacturing PMI (purchasing managers’ index) fell marginally in October as compared to September 2017.
Why India’s Services PMI Rose in October
According to data provided by Markit Economics, the final Markit services PMI (purchasing managers’ index) for India strengthened in October 2017.
The UK’s Services PMI Rose Strongly: How Could Its Impact the Economy?
The final UK services PMI (purchasing managers’ index) rose strongly in October 2017. It stood at 55.6 in October 2017 compared to 53.6 in September 2017.
Why the Eurozone Services PMI Weakened in October 2017
The final Eurozone services PMI (purchasing managers’ index) stood at 55.0 in October 2017 compared to 55.8 in September 2017.
Why Germany’s Services PMI Weakened in October
The final Markit Germany’s services PMI (purchasing managers’ index) stood at 54.70 in October 2017 compared to 55.60 in September 2017.
Insight into France’s Services PMI in October 2017
The final Markit France services PMI (purchasing managers’ index) stood at 57.3 in October compared to 57 in September 2017.
Why Spain’s Services PMI Fell in October 2017
According to a report by Markit Economics, the final Spain services PMI stood at 54.6 in October 2017 compared to 56.7 in September 2017.
These Key Economic Indicators Are on the Horizon for Investors
Next week, we’ll analyze what the services activity indicates for major developed nations, as both manufacturing and services are crucial parts of every economy.
Charting the Steady Rise of the Eurozone’s Manufacturing PMI
The Eurozone’s final manufacturing PMI showed solid improvement in October 2017, coming in at 58.5, compared with 58.1 in September.
Behind Spain’s New and Improved Manufacturing PMI
Spain’s manufacturing PMI rose to 55.8 in October 2017, compared with 54.3 in September 2017. The PMI figure beat the preliminary market estimation of 54.9.
What No Change in Germany’s Manufacturing PMI Could Mean for Its Economy
Germany’s final manufacturing PMI showed no change in October, coming in at 60.6, and meeting the preliminary market estimation of 60.5.
