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German business morale improved more than expected in February, reaching its highest level since August and reinforcing hopes that Europe’s largest economy may finally be turning a corner after a prolonged period of weakness. The Ifo institute said on Monday that its closely watched business climate index rose to 88.6 …

European equity markets edged lower on Monday as renewed uncertainty over U.S. trade policy dampened risk appetite at the start of the new week, offsetting recent optimism driven by improving earnings and economic data. By 03:02 ET (08:02 GMT), Germany’s DAX fell 0.6%, France’s CAC 40 slipped 0.2%, and the …

It was a week full of surprises that culminated on its final day, leaving global financial markets ending their sessions in an unexpected manner given the political and economic developments that unfolded throughout the period. This weekly summary reviews the most important events that shaped the landscape. Sources of Uncertainty …

In a defiant response to a major legal setback, U.S. President Donald Trump signaled a renewed and more aggressive push on trade tariffs, insisting that his administration will find alternative legal routes to impose new duties despite a recent Supreme Court ruling that curtailed his authority.Speaking from the White House …

U.S. financial markets and cryptocurrencies moved decisively higher after a landmark decision by the US Supreme Court struck down sweeping tariffs imposed under emergency powers, removing a major source of economic and policy uncertainty that had weighed on global sentiment.The ruling concluded that the former president Donald Trump exceeded his …

Nvidia is close to finalizing a $30 billion investment in OpenAI, marking a significant strategic move by the world’s leading AI chipmaker to take a direct stake in one of its largest and most influential customers, according to a person familiar with the matter. The investment is expected to form …

European equities traded higher on Friday and were on track to post their strongest weekly gains since early January, supported by an improving corporate earnings outlook and easing concerns over near-term disruption from artificial intelligence, although persistent geopolitical tensions tempered overall enthusiasm. By 09:42 GMT, the pan-European STOXX 600 index …

German business activity expanded at a faster-than-expected pace in February, supported by a rebound in manufacturing and stronger momentum in the services sector, according to flash PMI data released on Friday. The German Composite Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) rose to 53.1 in February, exceeding market expectations of 52.2 and improving …

Comments from Mary Daly reinforced the view that US monetary policy is on solid footing, with current settings seen as appropriate for prevailing economic conditions. Recent progress on inflation, alongside signs of a healthier balance in the labor market, has reduced the need for urgent policy changes.Inflation progress supports patienceDaly …

Nvidia in Focus Ahead of Earnings as AI Momentum Faces a Critical TestAs its latest earnings release approaches, Nvidia has moved firmly into the market spotlight. Expectations are high that the results will offer fresh insight into whether the global surge in artificial intelligence spending remains intact—or is beginning to …