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ECB president Christine Lagarde says she’s ‘determined’ to complete her term, after speculation of early exit to run WEF – as it happened

“You’re not about to see the back of me,” insists Lagarde, sporting a necklace reading ‘in charge’, following claims she discussed leaving ECB early to run World Economic Forum

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Dollar Gains and Gold Falls on US Labor Market Strength

Dollar Gains and Gold Falls on US Labor Market Strength

The dollar index (DXY00 ) Tuesday rose by +0.53%. The dollar on Tuesday recovered from a 6-week low and moved higher after weaker-than-expected Eurozone inflation news knocked the euro lower. Also, weakness in the yuan supported gains in the dollar after a gauge of Chinese manufacturing activity contracted in May...

Eurozone inflation falls below ECB 2% target in May: Rate cut in sight

Eurozone inflation falls below ECB 2% target in May: Rate cut in sight

Eurozone inflation fell to 1.9% in May, below forecasts, boosting expectations of an ECB rate cut on Thursday. Core inflation also eased to 2.4%. The euro slipped and bond yields fell as markets priced in a 25bp rate cut to 2.0%.

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Eurozone manufacturing shows signs of recovery: Is the slump over?

While the Eurozone and Spanish manufacturing purchasing managers’ index (PMI) increased in May, the German manufacturing sector continued to lag for the 35th consecutive month.

Eurozone private sector slips into contraction as services falter in May

Eurozone private sector contracted in May, with Composite PMI falling to 49.5. Services saw their sharpest drop in 16 months, while manufacturing stabilised. Business confidence hit a 19-month low, reinforcing expectations for further ECB rate cuts.

30-Year Bond Yields Around the World Surge to Critical Warning Levels: The Highest Since 2007

Stubborn inflation, mounting sovereign debt, and wary investor sentiment are pushing 30‑year government bond yields sharply higher across the U.S., Japan, Germany, the U.K., Canada and the eurozone, heralding a new era of elevated borrowing costs and heightened recession risk worldwide.

Eurozone growth forecasts cut amid uncertainty over Trump trade war

Impact of tariffs demands ‘considerable downgrade’, to 0.9% this year and 1.4% in 2026, says European Commission

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Trump Tariffs Force EU To Cut 2025 Eurozone Growth Forecast

Trump Tariffs Force EU To Cut 2025 Eurozone Growth Forecast

The EU on Monday sharply cut its eurozone economic growth forecast for 2025 because of global trade tensions sparked by US President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs.

International Business Times

Eurozone grows 0.3% at the start of the year, industrial output soars

Eurozone grows 0.3% at the start of the year, industrial output soars

Eurozone GDP grew 0.3% in the first quarter of 2025, with strong gains in Ireland and Spain. Employment rose 0.3%, beating forecasts. March industrial output surged 2.6%, the fastest in five years.

German economic sentiment rebounds in May as tariff fears ease

German economic sentiment rebounds in May as tariff fears ease

Germany’s economic sentiment rebounded to 25.2 in May, surpassing forecasts amid easing trade tensions and political stability. Eurozone sentiment also improved. Despite weak current conditions, optimism grows across key sectors.

Eurozone recovery stalls as services lose momentum despite manufacturing uptick

Eurozone recovery stalls as services lose momentum despite manufacturing uptick

Eurozone growth barely advanced in April as services stagnated despite a manufacturing rebound. Cooling inflation boosts hopes for an ECB rate cut, but weak demand and falling confidence cloud the outlook.

Unemployment in the eurozone remains at a record low in March

Unemployment in the eurozone remains at a record low in March

The amount of citizens out of a job remains historically low, although the eurozone is bracing itself for the effect of US tariffs.

Eurozone Inflation Holds Above Expectations In April

Eurozone Inflation Holds Above Expectations In April

Inflation in the eurozone remained unchanged in April, staying higher than analysts expected, official data showed on Friday, but was unlikely to sway the European Central Bank from its interest rate-cutting cycle.

International Business Times

Stock Index Futures Gain on U.S.-China Trade Optimism, Jobs Report in Focus

Stock Index Futures Gain on U.S.-China Trade Optimism, Jobs Report in Focus

June S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESM25) are up +0.44%, and June Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQM25) are up +0.30% this morning as sentiment got a boost after China said it is assessing the possibility of trade talks with the U.S., with the focus now shifting to the key U.S. payrolls…

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Eurozone Economy Grows More Than Expected Despite US Tariff Turmoil

The eurozone economy expanded more than expected at the start of the year, official data showed on Wednesday, despite US President Donald Trump's tariffs but global trade tensions threaten more pain and near stagnation in 2025.

Eurozone GDP beats expectations with 0.4% growth in first quarter

The eurozone economy grew 0.4% in Q1 2025, doubling the previous quarter's pace and beating forecasts. Ireland led growth, followed by Spain, while Germany rebounded.

Week ahead: Eurozone inflation, Apple and Meta earnings in focus

It is set to be a busy week for financial markets, with key economic data, including the eurozone’s flash inflation figures for April and the US non-farm payrolls, due for release. Additionally, big tech earnings, particularly Apple’s quarterly results, will be closely watched.

Eurozone consumer confidence falls to 18-month lows as tariffs bite

Eurozone consumer confidence hits 18-month low as US tariffs bite. IMF cuts global growth forecasts while Lagarde urges policy flexibility

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The Independent UK

Spain to reach NATO's spending goal of 2% of GDP on defense this year

Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez said Spain will meet NATO’s defense spending target this year as pressure grows on the eurozone’s fourth-largest economy and NATO laggard to boost its military expenditure

Markets this week: Global manufacturing PMIs and Tesla earnings in focus

Investors will closely watch the trajectory of global business activity in the manufacturing and services sectors this week. Meanwhile, major US tech companies—including Tesla, Microsoft, and Alphabet—are set to report first-quarter earnings, driving the market movements.

Why economists believe the ECB will keep on cutting interest rates

Economists predict that the ECB will continue its rate-cutting cycle as global trade tensions rise and eurozone growth slows. Markets expect up to 75 basis points of easing by September, pushing the deposit rate down to 1.5%.

ECB's Lagarde: Trade tariffs are a negative shock for the eurozone

Lagarde said the ECB’s rate cut reflected confidence in disinflation and rising growth risks from tariffs, which are set to weigh on demand. The bank dropped its “restrictive” stance and stressed a data-driven, flexible approach.

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ECB cuts rates for third time this year as Europe braces for Trump tariffs

Quarter-point cut in main rate to 2.25% aims to tackle slowing eurozone growth and impact of US border taxes

International Business Times

ECB Ready To Cut Rates Again As Trump Tariffs Shake Eurozone

European Central Bank policymakers look increasingly likely to cut interest rates again on Thursday, with US President Donald Trump's stop-start tariff announcements sowing concern in the eurozone.

ECB set to cut interest rates as insurance against trade tariffs

ECB expected to cut rates by 25bp to 2.25%—its sixth straight reduction—as inflation cools and tariff risks rise. Economists see the move as insurance amid growth shocks and US-EU tensions weighing on sentiment and policy outlook.

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