... the week. Macroeconomic signals from Europe were mixed. In Germany, the Ifo Business Climate Index unexpectedly rose slightly in July to 88.6 points (up from 88.4 in June), although analysts had anticipated a decline. This small increase in business confidence indicates that the largest economy in Europe is temporarily avoiding a deepening recession, although the level of optimism remains low. In the UK, in contrast, consumer sentiment statistics were moderate: retail sales in June rose by 0.9% month-over-month ...

... direction amid current economic challenges. Lisa Cook and Michelle Bowman (Federal Reserve): Their comments on the U.S. economy could offer clues about future Federal Reserve actions. Impact on Europe: Statements from ECB officials can influence investor confidence and market expectations regarding interest rates and economic growth within the Eurozone. Impact on the United States: Remarks from Federal Reserve officials are closely watched for indications of future monetary policy, affecting financial ...

... negative surprises, although upcoming inflation data and the annual Fed symposium in Jackson Hole could temporarily increase volatility. Overall, the sentiment in the crypto market remains cautiously positive: despite the recent minor correction, investor confidence in the market and interest in digital assets remain high. Bitcoin: Consolidation Below Record High The largest cryptocurrency, Bitcoin (BTC) , continues to hover near its historical record after recent fluctuations. Last week, BTC set a new ...

... Venture Capital News as of August 7, 2025: Mega Funds, Largest Investment Rounds, Successful IPOs, Global M&A Deals, and Key Trends in AI, Fintech, Biotech, and Climate Technologies. By the beginning of August 2025, the global venture capital market is confidently recovering after several years of decline. Investors worldwide are again actively financing technology companies: deals are being made with record amounts of capital, and startups' plans for IPOs are once again in the spotlight. Major funds ...

... initiatives are emerging to develop local startup ecosystems, attracting investors' attention to the region. IPO Market Comes Alive: "Window of Opportunity" for Listings Remains Open The global market for initial public offerings (IPOs) has confidently revived after a prolonged lull and continues to gain momentum. In Asia, a new wave of IPOs was initiated by Hong Kong: in recent weeks, a number of large technology companies successfully listed, raising multi-billion dollar sums. For instance,...