Real Vision: Finance & Investing Global Market Cooldown, U.S. PMI Slows, and Optimism in Germany: PALvatar Market's Recap, April 24 2025
Apr 24, 2025
Global markets are experiencing a cautious cooldown, with stocks, crypto, and the dollar losing momentum. U.S. business activity shows signs of slowing down, highlighted by a dip in the Purchasing Managers Index. Meanwhile, Germany's economic outlook appears more positive, contrasting with France's persistent worries about inflation. The ongoing uncertainty surrounding tariffs, especially for carmakers, adds another layer of complexity to the current market landscape.
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Markets Cool Amid Tariff Fears
- Global stocks, crypto, and the dollar cooled off after recent gains due to tariff uncertainty.
- US business activity slowed to the lowest in 16 months, signaling a cautious economic outlook.
US Business Activity Slows
- The US Composite PMI dropped to 51.2, the slowest business activity in 16 months.
- A PMI above 50 still indicates growth, but at a much reduced pace.
Optimism in Germany's Business Climate
- Germany's IFO Business Climate Indicator rose unexpectedly to 86.9 in April.
- This rise shows improved business morale despite ongoing growth and trade war concerns.