By Ion Jauregui - Analyst ActivTrades
The EURUSD pair remains one of the key indicators in the currency markets, reflecting investors' perception of the relative strength of the euro against the dollar. The upcoming Ecofin and Eurogroup meeting will be closely watched. Any hints about the eurozone economic outlook that emerge at these meetings can generate...
The same man who set pharmaceuticals dancing is now turning his attention to the food industry. Robert F. Kennedy Jr, head of the U.S. Department of Health, will meet today with top executives from General Mills (Ticker AT:GIS.US) and PepsiCo (Ticker AT:PEP.US), according to Politico. Pushed by the White House, this meeting aims to discuss the elimination of...
By Ion Jauregui - ActivTrades Analyst
The EUR/USD is at a point of high volatility this Friday, marked by the release of the US jobs report and the speech of Christine Lagarde, president of the European Central Bank (ECB). These key factors will influence investors' decisions and the direction of the currency market.
U.S. Employment Data: Impact on the Dollar
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By Ion Jauregui – ActivTrades Analyst
The payments landscape in Europe could change dramatically if the project for a payments platform independent of Visa and Mastercard takes hold. The interconnection between Bizum and Wero, with the backing of the European Central Bank (ECB), paves the way for a sovereign alternative that could displace the US giants. But how...
The National People's Congress opens this week as one of the most eagerly awaited events, with the market on tenterhooks over the possibility of stimulus measures to boost economic recovery. During this meeting, Chinese leaders will discuss measures aimed at strengthening growth, controlling deflation and providing crucial support to the real estate sector. As...
By Ion Jauregui - ActivTrades Analyst
Microsoft continues to consolidate its presence in Aragon with the investment of 2.9 billion euros in a new data center in Zaragoza, reinforcing its commitment to growth in the region. This center is in addition to other projects that Microsoft has previously announced, totaling nearly 10,000 million euros in investments in...
Ion Jauregui - ActivTrades Analyst
The recent decision by the United States to increase tariffs on Chinese products has reignited tensions in the trade relationship between the two powers. With Washington's intention to raise additional tariffs on products from China by up to 20%, Beijing is considering levies on agricultural and food exports from the United...
By Ion Jauregui - ActivTrades Analyst
The Trump administration has announced an unexpected move that combines a comprehensive audit of U.S. Treasury gold with a strategy to generate liquidity without issuing new debt. The operation will focus on Fort Knox, the iconic depository where nearly 261.5 million ounces of gold-more than 8,000 metric tons-are held in...
By Ion Jauregui - ActivTrades Analyst
Yesterday, marked by uncertainty and transformation in the energy sector, Brent crude oil for April delivery closed the London futures market session down 0.67% at $72.53 a barrel. This drop, which translated into a fall of 0.49 dollars with respect to the last trading on the Intercontinental Exchange (NYSE:ICE) - where the...
By Ion Jauregui - Analyst ActivTrades
Starbucks is immersed in a radical transformation process that promises to redefine its corporate structure and product offering, with a view to consolidating its leadership in the competitive U.S. market and projecting significant impacts globally.
Since the arrival of its CEO, Brian Niccol, the company has accelerated its...
By Ion Jauregui - Analyst ActivTrades
The EuroStoxx50 index, which brings together the 50 largest companies in the euro zone, is today at the epicenter of financial attention. In an environment marked by uncertainty and transformation, the appearance of European Central Bank (ECB) member Isabel Schnabel stands as one of the key events of the day, as her comments...
By Ion Jauregui - Analyst ActivTrades
The German DAX stock index has experienced a remarkable upward momentum today. The results of the German federal elections have generated optimism in the markets. The strength shown by the CDU/CSU, reaching 28.5% of the vote and positioning Friedrich Merz as a key figure, has reinforced the expectation of a stable,...
By Ion Jauregui - ActivTrades Analyst
Bitcoin's growing prominence in the global economy is reflected in the evolution of the BTC/USD pair and the increasing attention it is receiving from both the legislative arena and the private sector in the United States. Two recent developments - the legislative breakthrough in Montana and Michael Saylor's proposal at CPAC...
By Ion Jauregui - ActivTrades Analyst
Brent crude oil, a key benchmark in Europe, is showing signs of recovery in today's session on the Futures Market. After bouncing for the third time from the $81.72 level recorded last Thursday, today's opening price started at $75.28 per barrel and has advanced to $75.74, evidencing an effort to stabilize amid market...
By Ion Jauregui - ActivTrades Analyst
Latin America divestment plan
Telefónica has put its subsidiary in Uruguay, valued at up to $400 million, up for sale. This move is in line with its divestment strategy in Latin America, where it also plans to sell assets in Argentina and Mexico. The Uruguayan subsidiary, based in Montevideo, is facing a loss of customers...
By Ion Jauregui – ActivTrades Analyst
Chinese technology companies have experienced a strong stock market rally following President Xi Jinping's recent show of support for the private sector. During a meeting with executives from leading technology companies, Xi emphasized the “great potential” of the sector and the importance of reaffirming confidence in the...
By Ion Jauregui - ActivTrades Analyst
The start of 2025 has brought with it a change in the narrative of financial markets. While the United States continues to be marked by political uncertainty and protectionist measures, Europe has experienced an unusual inflow of capital, largely driven by the possibility of a ceasefire in Ukraine and the so-called “peace...
Intervention at the Paris Summit
During the recent Paris Summit, Vice President Vance highlighted the importance of international cooperation to address global challenges. In his remarks, he stressed the need for a more flexible regulatory approach that drives technological innovation and strengthens international security. His message focused on fostering...
