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ISM Services PMI Beats Forecast; S&P 500 Rises as Fed Remains Cautious

... inflation is still the priority. Other major central banks are in a similar position. The Bank of England, for instance, faces Britain’s own mix of moderate growth and persistent inflation, and is likely to interpret robust US data as affirmation that global demand remains intact – a positive factor – even as it keeps a watchful eye on price trends. The European Central Bank, too, will note that the world’s largest economy continues to expand, which could support export demand, but they remain focused on bringing down inflation in the eurozone. In essence, the latest US services report ...

How S&P 500's Dependency on China's Economy Affects Stock Returns and Investment Risks

... This serves as a clear example of how political conflict (in trade relations) directly affects the revenue, profits, and stock prices of even such large corporations. Apart from the listed companies, several other firms within the S&P 500 are also dependent ... ... In all these cases, Chinese consumer demand constitutes a significant portion of their revenue, underscoring the role of the global Chinese market for the S&P 500 index as a whole. Scenario Analysis: Full Decoupling, Partial Restrictions, Current Escalation ...

Thanksgiving Day in the USA: history of the holiday, market closure and impact on global investors

... on global financial markets: Reduced trading activity: With the absence of trading in the U.S., transaction volumes in other global markets decline as many investors refrain from active trading in an environment of reduced liquidity. Increased volatility: ... ... exchanges in the US, such as CME Group, leads to reduced activity in oil, gold and other commodity markets, which may affect their prices. Pause in economic news: There are no important economic publications and corporate reports from the US on public holidays,...

Goldman Sachs Forecast 2025: Investment Strategies and Challenges

... stabilize rates, creating a favorable environment for moderate economic growth. In Europe, the European Central Bank will adopt a more conservative stance due to ongoing energy risks. In developing markets, central bank policies will depend on commodity price growth and external debt considerations. 2. Global Economic Growth A global GDP recovery is anticipated, ranging from 3% to 4%. Asian countries, particularly China and India, will remain the engines of growth due to significant investments in technology and infrastructure. Increasing domestic consumption ...

Startup and Venture Investment News — Tuesday, July 29, 2025: The Race for AI Investments, a New Wave of IPOs, and Global Expansion of Venture Capital

... venture portfolio. In addition, a number of well-known startups worldwide are finding strategic buyers for nine- and ten-digit price tags. Consolidation is affecting various sectors from fintech (for instance, regional neobanks being acquired by major players) ... ... go public or get integrated into large companies, ultimately revitalizing the ecosystem and clearing space for new players. Global Expansion of Venture Capital: New Markets and Regions The 2025 venture boom is taking on a genuinely global scale, reaching ...