Economic News, Page 4

The futures are pointing to a mixed open later this morning. Off the back of an extended run, the markets may need the news wires to extend the run.

According to Refinitiv, investors should expect a 2.2% decline in first-quarter profits for the S&P 500 companies, “but those lower results are expected to be the trough.” With Friday’s respectable payroll number, the dampening of recession concerns and an imminent U.S.-China trade deal, fewer bad corporate earnings reports or positive

With the United States and China close to announcing a deal that will end the trade dispute and the economy showing enough growth for investors to remain optimistic, the U.S. stock market is expected to remain underpinned. However, there will be headwinds to overcome during earnings season.

Mortgage rates hit pause in the week, while mortgage rates soared. Strong labor market conditions and a more dovish FED have helped.

It was a hectic week for the global financial markets. Progress on trade talks was positive, while the influence of Brexit and the stats were mixed.

The S&P 500 Rallies for 7th consecutive session.

The U.S. labor data was stronger than expected and helped lift stocks in early Friday trading.

Another day of cross-party talks could finally break the deadlock. Will it also involve a 2nd referendum?

It’s looking like another mixed start to the day for the European majors. While there’s been little to rock the boat, today’s stats will influence.

Telsa shares tumbled on deliveries miss

Trade news lifts stocks but markets are cautious, an uptick in data helps support the market.

Brexit is back in focus and it’s all bets in as the British Prime Minister looks to avoid yet another embarrassment.

Despite the optimism over the impending trade deal, we’re dealing with the trading world and the markets tend to discount future events. In other words, the price action this week suggests that most of the deal has already been baked into the markets. This likely means investors are being set

Economic data out of Germany will be a test for the bulls at the open. The ECB minutes could also remind the markets just how bad things are…

Soft jobs data failed to derail Wednesday’s rally

Trade hopes lift stocks but labor data shows economic weakness persists.

The European majors are set for another positive open. Updates from trade talks and positive data through the Asian session supports risk appetite early on

Equities mixed following Monday’s rally; data, trade talks, and Brexit in focus.

While Brexit will remain the focal point, U.S durable goods orders will also play a role later in the day.

Another Parliamentary debacle. The indicative votes failed to indicate and it’s back in the hands of Theresa May to attempt to save the day.