Weekly comment 11.11-15.11.2024

Monday, November 11

The week began with positive momentum across global markets, supported by strong earnings reports from major corporations in the U.S. In the Eurozone, inflation data showed signs of slowing, sparking speculation that the European Central Bank (ECB) may consider pausing interest rate hikes. This gave investors renewed confidence in the resilience of the European economy.


Tuesday, November 12

In the U.S., focus shifted to inflation, with the Federal Reserve taking a cautious approach as inflationary pressures continued. Wall Street saw slight declines as investors remained wary of potential rate adjustments. Meanwhile, European markets held steady as Germany’s economic sentiment index showed resilience, boosting hopes that Europe could withstand global economic challenges better than expected.


Wednesday, November 13

Asian markets opened higher as China announced stimulus measures for its struggling real estate sector, helping to improve investor sentiment. In the U.K., inflation data showed a slight decline, providing some relief to households facing rising living costs. This helped support British equities and kept the markets stable.


Thursday, November 14

In the U.S., tech stocks gained momentum following strong earnings from companies such as Amazon and Microsoft, highlighting the sector’s stability amid uncertain economic conditions. Meanwhile, the ECB met and decided to hold interest rates steady, though it indicated potential adjustments based on future inflation trends.


Friday, November 15

The week concluded on a positive note, with U.S. labor market data showing steady job growth and a slight drop in unemployment. Asian markets also ended on a high, buoyed by continued support from Japan’s central bank for economic growth, despite ongoing inflation concerns. This optimism supported global markets as they headed into the weekend.