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Nomura – The Week Ahead

Decision Time in Europe and Asia

Jun 14, 2024
George Buckley, Chief UK and Euro Area Economist, discusses upcoming central bank meetings in Europe and Asia. They analyze key market drivers, including US inflation numbers and political events in France. The podcast covers economic indicators, PMIs, and challenges facing the Chinese economy.
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  • Central banks in Europe and Asia face decision time with upcoming meetings, likely to hold rates.
  • US economic data impacts market movements, with speculations on easing policies and varied FOMC rate cut expectations.

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Macron Calls for Snap Parliamentary Election

President Emmanuel Macron's alliance faced a significant defeat by the populist right in European Union elections. Macron announced a snap parliamentary election, citing the need to respond to the electoral results. The National Rally Party, led by Marine Le Pen, is poised to secure a record 32% of the vote, double the support for Macron's coalition.

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