Caixin China Manufacturing PMI Shows Slower Growth in 2025
The Caixin China General Manufacturing PMI for January 2025 came in at 50.1, slightly below market expectations and down from December’s 50.5 reading. While this marks the fourth consecutive month of expansion in factory activity, it represents the slowest pace...
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MicroStrategy’s Preferred Stock Offering ($STRK)
MicroStrategy has introduced an innovative capital-raising strategy by launching preferred stock ($STRK). The company plans to issue 2.5 million preferred shares at $100 per share, aiming to raise $250 million in initial capital. Each preferred share is convertible into 1/10...
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Global Markets Tumble with Trump’s Tariffs Shake
Financial markets worldwide have reacted sharply to the Trump’s Tariffs Shake, sparking fears of escalating trade tensions. The new measures include: This move has triggered a widespread sell-off in global equities, intensifying concerns about a looming trade war. Market Reaction...
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US Core PCE Inflation Remains Steady in December 2024
In December 2024, the core PCE price index in the United States, which excludes food and energy prices, rose by 0.2% from the previous month. This increase was in line with market expectations and marked a slight pickup from the...
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Germany’s Inflation Rate Falls to 2.3% in January 2025
Germany’s Inflation dropped to 2.3% in January 2025, down from 2.6% in December, according to preliminary estimates. This decline was steeper than market expectations of 2.6%, signaling a continued easing of inflationary pressures. The latest figures reflect ongoing shifts in...
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Gold Hits All-Time High Amid Global Economic Uncertainty
Gold surged to an all-time high of $2,800 per ounce on Friday, driven by growing investor concerns over geopolitical and economic stability. The rally was sparked by U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent reiteration of tariff threats, reigniting fears of potential...
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ECB Cuts Interest Rates: A Cautious Step Toward Stability
In January 2025, the European Central Bank (ECB) lowered its key interest rates by 25 basis points, aligning with market expectations. The deposit facility rate now stands at 2.75%, the main refinancing rate at 2.90%, and the marginal lending rate...
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Germany’s Economy Contracts: A Deeper Look at the Challenges
Germany’s Economy Contracts by 0.2% in the final quarter of 2024, following a modest 0.1% expansion in Q3. This contraction was sharper than analysts’ expectations of a 0.1% decline, according to preliminary estimates. The primary driver of this downturn was...
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Federal Reserve Holds Interest Rates Steady in January 2025
The Federal Reserve decided to keep the federal funds rate unchanged at the 4.25%-4.5% range during its January 2025 meeting, aligning with market expectations. This move marks a pause in the Fed’s rate-cutting cycle after three consecutive reductions in 2024...
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Germany’s Consumer Confidence Drops Further in February 2025
Germany’s Consumer Confidence Climate Indicator fell to -22.4 for February 2025, down from a revised -21.3 in the previous period. This decline was sharper than expected, as market forecasts had predicted a milder drop to -20. The data highlights ongoing...
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