Monday, October 7, 2024: European markets started the week with moderate gains as news of a potential trade agreement between the US and China boosted investor optimism. Technology stocks rebounded, led by strong results from Intel.
Tuesday, October 8, 2024: US markets continued to rise, supported by positive economic data and strong corporate earnings. Stocks in the industrial and automotive sectors saw significant growth, while commodity prices remained stable.
Wednesday, October 9, 2024: Oil prices increased after OPEC announced further production cuts. This led to a rise in energy company stocks. Meanwhile, US inflation data showed a slight increase, fueling speculation about future actions by the Federal Reserve.
Thursday, October 10, 2024: Japan announced a new government stimulus package aimed at supporting the economy following recent natural disasters. This led to a rise in Japanese company stocks, particularly in the construction and infrastructure sectors.
Friday, October 11, 2024: Massive protests took place in Germany against new carbon emission reduction measures. The protests led to the temporary closure of some factories and a decline in industrial sector stocks.