Real Vision: Finance & Investing UK and Japan Economic Woes, Rising Iran-Israel Tensions: PALvatar Market Recap, June 12 2025
Jun 12, 2025
The podcast dives into the troubling economic indicators from the UK and Japan, revealing serious downturns that have investors on edge. Amid rising geopolitical tensions between Iran and Israel, there's a shift towards safe-haven assets and a spike in oil prices. The conversation also highlights a new Web3 partnership, adding a tech twist to the market landscape. As markets pause after recent gains, listeners gain invaluable insights into the economic pulse and upcoming central bank moves.
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UK Economy Contracts Sharply
- UK GDP contracted by 0.3% in April, worse than expected, with a 0.6% drop in industrial production.
- This marks the biggest contraction since late 2023, highlighting UK economic weakness.
Japan's Business Sentiment Slumps
- Japan's business sentiment fell to -4.8%, missing expectations of recovery.
- This reflects struggles in Japan's export-driven economy amid US trade barriers, pressuring monetary policy.
Geopolitical Tensions Impact Markets
- Rising Iran-Israel tensions push investors to safe havens like gold, yen, and Swiss franc.
- Oil prices surged nearly 4% amid geopolitical uncertainty, while the dollar nears a three-year low.