European shares end lower on US Fed rate, Trump jitters
European shares fell on Friday, dragged down by disappointing earnings, concerns about the impact of U.S. President-elect Donald Trump’s policies, and a jump in Treasury yields. Investors were also concerned about U.S.-China relations and the impact of Trump’s pick to lead the Department of Health and Human Services.
Oil settles down 2% on weaker Chinese demand, uncertainty over Fed rate cut
Oil prices dropped over 2% on Friday, driven by concerns about weakening demand from China and the potential for slower interest rate cuts by the U.S. Federal Reserve. China’s factory output slowed, and its demand for oil decreased, while U.S. economic data was stronger than anticipated, potentially influencing the Fed’s decision on rate cuts.
Gold set for biggest weekly fall in 3 years as Fed rate-cut bets ease
Gold prices were heading for their most significant weekly drop in over three years as the dollar strengthened due to expectations of less aggressive interest rate cuts by the U.S. Federal Reserve. This rise in the dollar made gold less appealing to investors holding other currencies.
US stocks sink on Powell rate-cut caution, Trump cabinet picks
Wall Street’s major indexes experienced their most significant single-day decline in two weeks, driven by concerns over a potential slowdown in interest rate cuts and reactions to President-elect Donald Trump’s cabinet appointments.
Dollar notches weekly gain as traders reassess rate cut expectations
The U.S. dollar was on track for its most significant weekly gain in over a month as market expectations shifted towards fewer interest rate cuts. This shift was influenced by the belief that President-elect Donald Trump’s policies could fuel inflation, giving the Federal Reserve less leeway to reduce rates.
Global stocks drop as Fed signals slower pace of rate cuts
Global stocks were on track for their biggest weekly decline in two months as investors adjusted to the possibility of a slower pace of interest-rate cuts by the Federal Reserve. Stronger-than-expected economic data and hawkish comments from Fed officials, including Chair Jerome Powell, contributed to the market’s recalibration.