Here’s a quick look at the key market moves from February 7 — February 14:
📌 🔥 US Job Market Resilience
🟢 Unemployment claims fell by 7,000 last week, showing strong labour market stability despite global uncertainties. 💪💼
📌 💷 UK Economy Avoids Recession
📈 The UK’s economy grew by 0.1% in Q4 2024, thanks to a 0.4% boost in December. However, per capita data suggests living standards are still under pressure. 📊📉
📌 📉 US Stock Outflows Continue
💰 Investors pulled $2.25 billion from US equity funds as concerns over inflation and trade tensions intensified. 📉⚖️
📌 📉 Consumer Sentiment Drops
😟 US consumer confidence tumbled in February as inflation expectations rose, adding market uncertainty. 📊🔥
📌 🛢️ Oil Prices in Focus
⚡ Crude oil saw price swings amid OPEC+ supply cuts and geopolitical tensions. Volatility remains a key factor for traders. ⛽📉📈
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