FT News Briefing EU vaccine export tensions, a serious look at stock prices, India’s farmers
Jan 27, 2021
The EU is grappling with vaccine export restrictions amidst slow vaccination rates. Tensions rise as Indian farmers protest agricultural reforms that threaten state control. A deep dive into the stock market reveals fears of a bubble, with inflated valuations and the instability of assets like Tesla and Bitcoin at the forefront. Meanwhile, Beyond Meat's exciting partnership with PepsiCo adds a twist to the plant-based food narrative. Get ready for a mix of economics and social issues that’s sure to spark conversation!
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EU Vaccine Shortfall
- The EU's vaccination pace lags behind the US and UK due to AstraZeneca's production shortfall.
- Germany wants export restrictions, but the UK opposes them, citing multinational cooperation in vaccine development.
Market Disconnect
- Stock indices hit new records, but investors act like there's no risk.
- This disconnect between market behavior and economic reality raises concerns about a potential bubble.
Stretched Valuations
- Stock valuations are extremely stretched, especially in certain market segments.
- Share prices have deviated significantly from companies' actual financial health and earnings.