Germany’s automotive giants Mercedes, BMW, and Volkswagen are facing mounting risks that could lead to potential financial instability. Amid intense competition in China, declining demand in Europe, and the threat of high U.S. tariffs, these automakers are grappling with unprecedented challenges. What do these developments mean for investors? In our latest article, we dive into the factors threatening the German automotive industry and outline possible scenarios for investors considering German auto...

In August, a new law came into effect in Germany allowing special funds to invest up to 20% of their assets in BTC. German asset management company Union Investment, which oversees assets worth $500 billion, plans to convert a small percentage of its managed funds into Bitcoin (BTC). According to its internal sources, the asset management giant has completed its planned pilot tests involving BTC certificates and now aims to add cryptocurrency to its existing funds in modest amounts. Bringing Bitcoin...

Tuesday’s economic calendar brings pivotal updates for investors focused on European and U.S. markets. Highlights include the UK’s labor market data, offering insights into wage growth and unemployment, which could shape the Bank of England’s policy direction. In Europe, Germany and the Eurozone’s ZEW Economic Sentiment Index will provide a gauge of business and investor confidence, impacting the euro and European stocks. The U.S. will release its Small Business Optimism Index and Redbook Retail...

On November 20, 2024, global financial markets are poised for significant movements as key economic indicators and corporate earnings reports are released. Investors should pay close attention to China's Loan Prime Rate announcement, inflation data from the UK and Germany, U.S. crude oil inventory levels, and speeches from central bank leaders. Additionally, major corporations such as NIO, Target, TJX, Wix.com, Williams-Sonoma, Global-E Online, Nvidia, Snowflake, Palo Alto Networks, and Jack in the...

Thursday’s economic calendar is packed with high-impact events for investors, with central bank rate decisions from both the Bank of England and the Federal Reserve. These decisions will be closely monitored, as they could shape policy expectations and influence markets. Europe will also see key data releases, including Germany’s industrial production and the Eurozone trade balance, providing insights into the region’s economic health. In Asia, China’s fixed asset investment data and Japan’s revised...