Financial News
- Eiko Sievert
Without substantive corrective fiscal measures, the US general government debt ratio will reach 133% of GDP by 2030, exceeding Scope forecasts for France (122%) and the UK (111%).
- Brian Marly
Nicușor Dan’s victory in presidential elections eases political tensions and supports EU alignment, but addressing the widening fiscal deficit, the weak absorption of EU funds and a backlog of reforms remain challenges.
- James Hyerczyk
Strong Q1 sales and a stable pricing plan give Home Depot an edge over Walmart and lift sentiment across US indices like the Dow Jones and S&P500.
- Bob Mason
Australia’s rate path hinges on trade tensions, wage growth, and household spending trends.
- Bob Mason
Hang Seng extends gains, though China’s deflation and chip export curbs stir caution.
- Bob Mason
Retail sales ease, but falling jobless rate signals stimulus traction amid US-China trade tensions.
- Vladimir Zernov
Year-ahead inflation expectations increased from 6.5% to 7.3%.
- James Hyerczyk
April housing starts rise 1.6%, but falling permits and completions signal pressure on homebuilders as Fed policy and high rates weigh on demand.
- Vladimir Zernov
Natural gas prices moved lower as traders reacted to the EIA report.
- James Hyerczyk
April U.S. retail sales missed expectations while PPI dropped, raising concerns over weakening demand and pressuring consumer stocks and margins.
- James Hyerczyk
Walmart Q1 beats EPS estimates with strong U.S. sales and e-commerce profits. Shares rise 2.5% premarket as guidance holds steady.
- Bob Mason
Stronger services and production lift UK GDP, yet experts flag downside risks ahead.
- Bob Mason
US-China tariff truce lifts markets, yet recession fears and AI chip tensions keep investors wary.
- James Hyerczyk
Strong Q3 earnings and rising AI demand boost Cisco’s forecast, lifting Nasdaq 100 and US stocks in after-hours trading. Key support for tech sentiment.
- Vladimir Zernov
Oil markets pulled back as traders reacted to the EIA report.
- James Hyerczyk
U.S. inflation eased to 2.3% in April, slightly below forecast, as shelter led gains and Trump tariffs loom. Traders eye tariff talks for next CPI impact.
- James Hyerczyk
U.S.-China strike trade deal in Geneva, but no tariff relief announced. Traders await Monday’s briefing for clues on market impact and next steps.
- Bob Mason
China’s deflation risks rise ahead of US trade talks, pressuring sentiment and potentially Hang Seng Index support.
- Vladimir Zernov
At current levels, stocks are 412 Bcf less than last year.
- James Hyerczyk
U.S. jobless claims dip to 228K, but rising 4-week averages hint at cooling labor momentum—traders eye re-employment trends for market signals.
