UK government borrowing hit a staggering £17.8 billion in December, the highest December figure in four years, exceeding forecasts and adding to fiscal concerns. Rising debt interest and public spending are key drivers, squeezing the Chancellor’s ability to meet fiscal targets.
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Key inflation data and major bank earnings will dominate market focus this week. CPI data released Wednesday will be crucial as investors watch for signs that inflation is cooling towards the Fed’s 2% target.
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Wall Street’s 2025 stock market predictions range from bearish to highly bullish, with an average S&P 500 target of 6,539, suggesting an 8% gain. Analysts cite factors like economic growth, AI advancements, and potential risks like overvaluation and policy changes.
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Fed Governor Waller hints at potential interest rate cuts as early as March 2025, contingent on continued positive inflation data. This optimistic outlook follows encouraging December inflation figures, suggesting the Fed could reach its 2% target sooner than expected.
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Oil prices surged to a two-month high on Thursday, driven by cold weather in the U.S. and Europe, and China’s economic stimulus signals. Increased demand expectations and falling U.S. crude stockpiles also contributed to the price climb.
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Market reactions to a hypothetical second Trump term reveal investor anticipation of policy shifts. Executive orders targeting sectors from tech and pharma to Chinese markets drive optimism and apprehension, creating uncertainty.
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US manufacturing growth disappointed in November, rising only 0.2% despite the end of the Boeing strike. Weakness in aerospace offset gains in motor vehicles, signaling an uneven recovery.
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Australian consumer sentiment dipped in December due to economic anxieties, despite improved personal finances. Weaker economic growth prospects impacted confidence, while uncertainty around interest rates and housing affordability added to consumer hesitancy.
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US dollar strengthens for second day amid rising bond yields and potential Trump tariffs. Renewed concerns about inflation and policy decisions contribute to market uncertainty, influencing currency movements.
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Egypt holds benchmark interest rate at 27.25% despite easing inflation to a two-year low. The Central Bank aims to balance inflation control with economic growth amid IMF program implementation and currency depreciation.
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