... investors during the storm of Covid-19. Below is a list of American technology companies with a market capitalization of at least $5 billion that achieved the best performance in 2020. FASTLY 324% Zoom Video Communications 273% DraftKings 211% Livongo Health 200% Etsy 140% Shopify 139% Bill.com Holdings 137% Zscaler 135% DocuSign 132% Datadog 130% (Source: Bloomberg. The price change is reported from the beginning of the year until June 30, 2020) Recently, the market capitalization of Alphabet (GOOGL) ...

... Black Friday, marks the beginning of the holiday shopping season in the U.S. Retailers often offer significant discounts, leading to a surge in consumer spending. For investors, Black Friday serves as an indicator of consumer confidence and economic health. Strong sales figures can positively influence the stock prices of retail and e-commerce companies. Thanksgiving is a pivotal event in the United States, intertwining cultural traditions with economic implications. Global investors should be mindful ...

... the latest meeting minutes will provide insights into the central bank's stance on inflation and economic growth. Economic Data Releases Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) Data: Germany (11:30 GMT): The Manufacturing PMI will offer a glimpse into the health of Europe's largest economy. A strong reading may indicate industrial recovery. Eurozone (12:00 GMT): The Services PMI will reflect the broader economic conditions within the Eurozone. Positive data could bolster the euro. United States: Initial ...

... in Switzerland's inflation levels affect the monetary policy of the Swiss National Bank and, consequently, the Swiss franc's exchange rate. 15:00 MSK: Brazil – GDP for Q3 2024. Data on GDP growth or decline provide insights into Brazil's economic health, potentially affecting investment decisions concerning emerging markets. 18:00 MSK: USA – Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey (JOLTS) for October. This indicator reflects labor demand and can serve as a gauge of labor market conditions, influencing ...

... intelligence, cloud computing, and cybersecurity continue to attract capital. The development of green technologies to achieve carbon neutrality goals by 2030. Healthcare The pandemic has heightened interest in medical innovations: Biotechnology and digital health demonstrate rapid growth. The importance of investments in pharmaceuticals to address global challenges such as an aging population. Alternative Investments Infrastructure: Investors are seeking stable income from long-term projects related to ...