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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.
What Drove the Euro Higher against the Dollar Last Week?
The euro-dollar (FXE) closed the week ending November 17 at 1.2, appreciating by 1.1% against the US dollar (UUP).
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.
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.
How Euro Managed to Bounce Back Last Week
The euro-dollar (FXE) pair closed the week ending November 10 at 1.2, appreciating 0.48% against the US dollar (UUP).
Why the IMF Upgraded Its Eurozone Growth Forecast
The International Monetary Fund (or IMF) has upgraded its growth projections for Eurozone countries, including France, Germany, Italy, and Spain.
Why the IMF Sees Continued Uncertainty in the UK
The International Monetary Fund (or IMF), in its October world economic outlook, downgraded its growth outlook for the United Kingdom.
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.
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.
Europe Dominates Global Green Bonds Issuance in 2017
Green muni bonds accounted for 56% of US green bond issuances in the first half of 2017 and are expected to touch $10 billion this year.
Why the Euro Is Likely to Remain Quiet this Week
The euro-dollar pair (FXE) closed the week ending November 3 at 1.1609 against the US dollar (UUP). Worries about a possible escalation of tensions in Spain’s Catalonia region proved futile.
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.
These Major Economic Indicators Were Released Last Week
In this series, we’ll analyze the performance of the Eurozone Consumer Confidence Index and the ZEW Economic Sentiment Index in October 2017.
Analyzing the European Central Bank’s October Statement
The reduction to the ECB’s bond-buying program will likely have a mixed impact on the bond markets of countries in the European Union.
What’s behind the European Central Bank’s Normalization Plans?
Economic growth has picked up in recent quarters. According to data from Eurostat, the European economy (VGK) grew 2.3% in the recent quarter.
Update from the European Central Bank’s October Policy Statement
In the ECB’s (European Central Bank) October policy meeting, its laid out its plans for the QE (quantitative easing) program.
How Political Drama and ECB’s Dovish Statement Affected the Euro
The euro-dollar (FXE) pair closed the week ending October 27 at 1.16 against the US dollar (UUP).
Why the Euro’s Troubles Could Continue This Week
The euro-dollar (FXE) closed the week ending October 20 at 1.179 against the US dollar (UUP).
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.
Will the Euro Regain Its Momentum this Week?
The euro-dollar (FXE) pair closed the week ending October 13 at 1.1822 against the US dollar (UUP). The shared currency managed to rebound from an 11-week low the week before, affected by political turmoil in Spain.
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.
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.
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.
A Look at the Catalonia-Troubled Euro This Week
It’s possible that political pressures could keep the euro under pressure as the economic calendar remains light in the Eurozone.
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.
Does Eurozone Manufacturing Signal a Healthier Economy?
According to a report by Markit Economics, the final Eurozone manufacturing PMI (purchasing managers’ index) improved strongly in September 2017.
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.
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.
Will Spanish Unrest Drag the Euro Lower?
The euro-dollar (FXE) closed the week ending September 29 at 1.1814 against the US dollar (UUP). German election results had a minor negative impact on the shared currency.
Would Markets Be Prepared for a Central Bank Surprise?
Three central banks on a path to tightening After years of ultra-loose monetary policy, global markets are beginning to realize they may have to wave goodbye to easy money. In their efforts to save the global system from the 2007 financial crisis, and to revive economic growth, US, EU, UK, and Japanese central banks resorted […]
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).
Will a Coalition Government in Germany Derail the Euro?
The euro-dollar (FXE) closed the week ending September 22 at 1.2 against the US dollar (UUP).
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.
What Affected Germany Services PMI in August?
According to data provided by Markit Economics, the August Germany Services PMI (purchasing managers’ index) stood at 53.5 compared with 53.1 in July 2017.
Kisqali Could Significantly Boost Novartis’s Revenue Growth
In 1H17 and 2Q17, Novartis’s (NVS) Kisqali reported revenues of around $15 million and $8 million, respectively.
Why Was the Euro a Silent Spectator Last Week?
As per the latest Commitment of Traders (or COT) report, released on Friday, September 15 by the Chicago Futures Trading Commission (or CFTC), speculators turned bullish on the euro during the week.
Why Strong European GDP Growth Momentum Gives Confidence to the ECB
In its September 7 meeting, the ECB (European Central Bank) governing council sounded optimistic about the strong growth momentum in the EU.
Why the Euro Rose to a 3-Year High Last Week
The euro closed the week ended September 8, 2017, at ~1.20 against the US dollar. It rose 1.48% against the US dollar as euro bulls took charge.
UK’s Manufacturing PMI Rose Sharply: Is It a Turning Point?
The UK’s manufacturing PMI stood at 56.9 in August 2017 as compared to 55.3 in the previous month.
Eurozone’s Manufacturing PMI Indicates Healthier Economy
According to a report by Markit Economics, the final Eurozone manufacturing PMI (purchasing managers’ index) improved in August 2017.
Could the Federal Reserve Surprise the Markets in September?
The US Federal Open Market Committee (or FOMC) is scheduled to meet on September 19 and 20 to discuss the current economic climate in the US and to decide whether any monetary policy adjustments are necessary.
What Germany’s Rising Manufacturing Activity Suggests
According to a report by Markit Economics, Germany’s final manufacturing PMI stood at 59.3 in August 2017 as compared to 58.1 in July.
Why Spain Manufacturing PMI Showed a Huge Drop in August 2017
According to a report by Markit Economics, Spain’s manufacturing PMI fell to 52.4 in August 2017 as compared to 54 in July.
