Global markets are bracing for Donald Trump's entry into the U.S. presidency, increasing uncertainty and triggering selloffs in government bonds, with yields reaching their highest levels in decades in some cases. The greatest risk lies in the potential imposition of tariffs on imports to the U.S., a development that divides economists' opinions. However, European stocks may finally have a chance to break through next year.[1]
The company continues to set the pace in technological innovations, shifting its focus from the virtual world to the real one. With new AI models, Nvidia has demonstrated its ability to create realistic simulations of the physical world, allowing robots to better understand their environment. The company also continues to strengthen its presence in the gaming industry.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has dominated stock markets over the past year, bringing unprecedented growth to tech giants. It has become an integral part of major companies' products but has also been a source of concern about over-investment. Moreover, further challenges are expected in 2025, particularly as a result of the policies of the new Trump administration, which could have a major impact on the US economy.
The Middle East is simmering with tension. The fall of Syria’s long-standing dictator could spark further uncertainty in the oil market. The International Energy Agency (IEA) has revised its growth outlook for oil demand, predicting a rebound in the coming year despite this year’s slowdown. In contrast, the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries and its allies, including Russia (OPEC+), have downgraded their forecasts but remain more optimistic than the IEA’s data.
The year 2024 has not been favourable for European politics. The two largest economies in the EU are mired in crisis, with the German government falling in November, followed by a vote of no confidence in the French Prime Minister. The main issues of dispute are the government budget and economic stagnation. Despite this uncertainty, some stocks are hitting record highs, indicating that markets do not always factor in all possible risks.
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