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European Economy Losing Competitiveness: Causes and Consequences

... notable slowdown in growth in 2025, which may lead to a recession. The forecast does not take into account potential new tariffs from the Trump administration, which could exacerbate the situation. Key reasons for the slowdown: Weak domestic demand: High inflation continues to pressure purchasing power. Industrial decline: The manufacturing sector remains stagnant due to decreasing global demand and high energy prices. Geopolitical factors: Trade disputes and potential tariffs increase uncertainty. What ...

Calendar of Economic Events for Investors and Traders (December 2 - December 6, 2024)

... MSK: Germany - Industrial Production (Oct) 13:00 MSK: Eurozone - GDP Q3 2024 16:30 MSK: USA - Nonfarm Payrolls (Nov) 16:30 MSK: USA - Unemployment Rate (Nov) 18:00 MSK: USA - Michigan Consumer Sentiment (Dec) (Preliminary) 18:00 MSK: USA - Consumer Inflation Expectations (Dec) (Preliminary) 21:00 MSK: USA - Baker Hughes Oil Rig CountCentral Bank speakers: Bowman, Goolsbee, Daly (Fed) Key reports on Friday (USA and Russia): InterRAO ($IRAO): Investor Day Sberbank ($SBER): Investor Day Severstal ($CHMF): ...

Sanctions have begun to be lifted: what should Russian investors expect?

... national currency may make Russian assets more attractive to foreign investors, and this is important to consider when choosing an investment strategy. The lifting of sanctions is expected to lead to a gradual influx of foreign capital and a decrease in inflation, which will ultimately support domestic demand and production growth. Risks and uncertainties for investors While the lifting of sanctions opens up new opportunities, one should not forget about potential risks. The global political situation ...

Major Banks to Offer Spot Bitcoin ETFs in 2025: Implications for Bitcoin and Investors

... brings economic turbulence or shifts in interest rates, risk assets like Bitcoin could face headwinds. For example, rising rates or a strong dollar might temporarily reduce appetite for Bitcoin, as investors favor safer assets. Conversely, persistent inflation or geopolitical tensions could enhance Bitcoin’s appeal as an alternative store of value. Nonetheless, in a severe market-wide “risk-off” event, Bitcoin would likely see selling pressure along with other speculative assets. Both institutional ...

Major US Banks Launch Spot Bitcoin ETFs in 2025: Impact on Bitcoin and Investors

... turmoil or sharp interest rate hikes in 2025, risk assets like Bitcoin may encounter headwinds. For example, rising rates or a strengthening dollar could temporarily dampen interest in BTC as investors shift to safer instruments. Conversely, persistent inflation or geopolitical tensions could enhance Bitcoin's appeal as an alternative store of value. Nevertheless, in the event of a broad risk-off environment, Bitcoin is likely to experience sell-offs alongside other speculative assets. Both institutional ...