... trillion, while in 2020, it surpassed $3.1 trillion due to emergency pandemic spending. According to the Treasury Department, total U.S. national debt exceeded $36.2 trillion by the end of 2024. This level of debt is nearly equal to the country's annual GDP, and its growth has accelerated significantly over the past two decades. Such figures alarm Buffett: “At this point, we are dealing with a budget deficit that cannot be sustained for an extended period.” High deficits and debt lead to additional borrowing ...

... Central Bank’s Economic Activity Index (September) — Published at 13:00 GMT Brazil’s economic activity index is a proxy for GDP. Positive data may support the Brazilian real and boost local market sentiment, while weaker activity could affect investor ... ... the Eurozone will set the tone for European equities and the euro. A strong industrial sector boosts confidence in economic growth, while high inflation may signal monetary tightening ahead.

.... Investors are closely examining this document for hints about the future trajectory of interest rates. In July, the RBA left rates unchanged, but the minutes reveal the regulator's position: if the text indicates confidence in the labor market and GDP growth amid ongoing inflation risks, this signals a potential rate hike at the next meeting. Conversely, softened rhetoric and emphasis on slowing inflation could be interpreted as dovish, suggesting a prolonged pause or even a rate cut. The Australian ...

... value. Macroeconomic Factors. Important macroeconomic indicators, such as inflation rates, interest rates, exchange rates, and GDP, can significantly influence the stock market and individual companies. News and Events. Corporate events such as mergers,... ... rates can adversely affect stocks as companies face higher borrowing costs. Conversely, a decrease in rates can stimulate stock growth. Inflation. High inflation decreases consumers' purchasing power and may lead to increased costs for companies, negatively ...

... foreign capital exacerbates the shortage of transactions, causing the M&A market to rely increasingly on the participation of Russian investors. Macroeconomic Factors The state of the economy and politics directly impacts the M&A market. In recent years, GDP growth has slowed, and inflation remains above the target level, forcing the Central Bank to maintain high key rates. Expensive ruble-denominated debt diminishes the investment appeal of projects: high borrowing costs reduce transaction profitability....