Markets hold firm as shutdown fears loom
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European markets closed higher yesterday, buoyed by strong performances in the healthcare and luxury sectors. In the US, concerns over a potential government shutdown failed to dampen investor sentiment, as a rebound in AI-related stocks helped support equity markets. Beyond market movements, President Trump unveiled a proposed plan to address the conflict in Gaza, alongside announcing a new wave of tariffs targeting a wide range of goods from films to furniture. In commodities, gold continues its impressive rally, reaching yet another record high. Meanwhile, oil prices declined sharply amid expectations that OPEC+ may increase output in November. Joining us on today’s episode is James Haunso from Next Generation Research, who shares a timely and insightful update on the cybersecurity investment theme.
- (00:00 ) - Introduction: Bernadette Anderko, Product & Investment Content
- (00:35 ) - Markets wrap-up: Lucija Caculovic, Product & Investment Content
- (07:15 ) - Cybersecurity: James Haunso, Next Generation Research
- (12:04 ) - Closing remarks: Bernadette Anderko, Product & Investment Content
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