European indices showed mixed results; Germany and France declined, while Spain and Italy saw modest gains.
The neutral interest rate is lower than in the 1990s due to evolving economic conditions and market dynamics.
Trump plans government reduction, private sector growth, tariffs on Canada, EU criticism, economic optimism, Iran tensions, Ukraine conflict.
USDJPY declines as risk aversion rises, stocks weaken, bond yields fall, and key technical levels are tested.
Stocks decline as NASDAQ and S&P 500 fall, marking three consecutive weekly losses and breaking key moving averages.
ECB’s Centeno expects rate cuts to continue as inflation nears target, with projections showing gradual convergence by 2027.
Putin is prepared for a Ukraine truce, pending conditions. Oil prices dropped following the announcement.
John Williams stated inflation expectations remain stable and have returned to pre-pandemic levels, avoiding monetary policy discussion.
US auto companies will move supply chains back; tariffs postponed after talks with automakers and union support.
Trump to speak on Bitcoin reserve; past delays noted. Capital gains exemption for crypto reportedly not advancing.
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