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Morning Bid: Markets look to US CPI with one eye on tariffs

Investors shift focus to U.S. inflation and Fed policy as European markets open positively, despite trade tensions and upcoming key economic reports.

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German snap election results may lead to pro-growth coalition: analyst

Barclays analysts anticipate a coalition government post-Germany's snap elections, focusing on economic reforms, pro-growth policies, and moderate fiscal impacts on growth through 2026.

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German economy contracts for second year in a row in 2024

Germany's economy contracted for the second year in 2024, shrinking by 0.2%, facing challenges from weak global demand and competition, with potential recession risks ahead.

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German parliament dissolved, snap election set for Feb. 23

German President Steinmeier has dissolved parliament, calling a snap election for February 23 after Chancellor Scholz lost his majority, with conservatives currently leading in polls.

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Asian stocks ease, dollar drifts ahead of US Thanksgiving

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US stock futures, dollar surge as markets lean toward Trump win

U.S. stock futures and dollar surged as Trump led early election results. Treasury yields rose, influencing markets ahead of potential rate cuts by the Federal Reserve.

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These 2 are Citi's key constraints to a more optimistic view on Europe

Citi Research highlights the ECB's cautious monetary policy and Germany's fiscal conservatism as constraints on the Euro Area's economic recovery and growth potential.