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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.
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.
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.
Is the Eurozone’s Economic Stress Level Increasing?
In this series, we’ll examine the Eurozone’s economic condition and its accompanying indexes.
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.
Geopolitical Factors Are Affecting Germany’s Economic Sentiment
The Germany ZEW Economic Sentiment Index has remained flat so far in May 2018.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 […]
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.
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 […]
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.
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.
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.
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 […]
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.
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 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 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.
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.
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 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.
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.
How France’s Unchanged Manufacturing PMI in October Could Affect Markets
The final France manufacturing PMI, remained unchanged in October 2017, standing at 56.1 and falling short of the preliminary market estimate of 56.7.
These Key Economic Indicators Have Just Been Released
These economic indicators are important for global investors because they reflect the condition of the global economy.
How’s the Qualcomm-NXP Deal Progressing?
The biggest move by Qualcomm (QCOM) to boost future growth so far would have to be its acquisition of automotive semiconductor giant NXP Semiconductors.
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.
Eurozone Inflation Is Improving: Why Is ECB Still Dovish?
On a year-over-year basis, the Eurozone Inflation (VGK) (IEV) (EZU) Index stood at 1.5% in September 2017, the same as in August 2017.
UK’s Inflation Was at 0.3%: How Will It Affect the Economy?
According to the report provided by the Office for National Statistics, on a monthly basis, the United Kingdom’s inflation index stood at 0.3% in September 2017 as compared to a 0.6% improvement in August 2017.
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).
European Markets Are Stable in the Morning Session on October 20
After pulling back on Thursday, the FTSE 100 Index started higher on Friday and traded with stability in the morning session.
What Does Mexico’s Improving Manufacturing PMI Mean?
Mexico’s (EWW) manufacturing PMI (Purchasing Managers’ Index) stood at 52.8 in September compared to 52.2 in August, according to the IHS Markit report.
What Helped Brazil’s Services PMI Rise So Much in September?
The final Brazil Services PMI (Purchasing Managers’ Index) stood at 50.7 in September 2017 compared to 49.0 in August.
Why India’s Services PMI Expanded in September
The final Markit India Services PMI (Purchasing Managers’ Index) stood at 50.7 in September 2017 compared to 47.5 in August 2017.
European Markets Are Strong in the Morning Session on October 18
At 6:30 AM EST on October 18, the FTSE 100 Index was trading at 7,538.50—a gain of 0.3%. The iShares MSCI United Kingdom (EWU) fell 0.48% on October 17.
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.
The Eurozone Services PMI Improved Strongly in September
The final Eurozone services PMI (purchasing managers’ index) rose strongly in September 2017. It stood at 55.8 in September 2017, up from 54.7 in August 2017.
Chart in Focus: Spain’s Services PMI in September 2017
According to a report by Markit Economics, the final Spain services PMI stood at 56.7 in September 2017 compared to 56.0 in August.
France’s Services PMI Strengthened in September after a Gradual Fall
The iShares MSCI France ETF (EWQ), which tracks France’s performance, rose 4% in September 2017.
Why Germany’s Services PMI Rose Strongly in September
The iShares MSCI Germany Small-Cap ETF (EWGS), which tracks the performance of small-cap stocks in Germany, rose 3.5% in September.
How Will Weaker UK Manufacturing Affect the Markets?
The United Kingdom’s manufacturing PMI stood at 55.9 in September 2017, compared to 56.9 in the previous month. The PMI figure was below the preliminary market expectation of 56.4.
Why Spain’s Manufacturing Recorded a Strong Rise in September
According to a report by Markit Economics, Spain’s manufacturing PMI rose to 54.3 in September 2017, compared to 52.4 in August.
Germany’s Rising Manufacturing Signals a Stronger Path Ahead
According to a report by Markit Economics, Germany’s final manufacturing PMI stood at 60.60 in September 2017, compared to 59.30 in August.
Does France’s Rising Manufacturing Mean a Strong Business Climate?
According to data provided by Markit Economics, the final Markit France manufacturing PMI (purchasing managers’ index) stood at 56.10 in September 2017, compared to 55.80 in August 2017.
Does China’s Gradual Economic Growth Support Emerging Nations?
China (FXI) (YINN) is an important emerging nation. The gradual improvement in its economic growth is a positive sign both for emerging nations (EEM) and developed nations (EFA).
What Does August Eurozone Sentix Investor Confidence Indicate?
The Eurozone Sentix Investor Confidence Index stood at 28.2 for September 2017 as compared to 27.7 in August 2017.
Eurozone Services PMI Weakened: Will It Affect the Business Climate?
According to a report by Markit Economics, the Eurozone services PMI (purchasing managers’ index) stood at 54.7 in August as compared to 55.4 in July 2017.
Why Spain’s Service Activity Dropped in August 2017
According to a report by Markit Economics, the Spain Services PMI (purchasing managers’ index) stood at 56 in August compared with 57.6 in July.
