A financial market is the physical or virtual place where financial assets are exchanged between buyers and sellers. It also determines the price of these assets. Examples of financial markets include: securities markets, capital markets, currency markets, etc. Taken together, the financial markets provide a space in which families and companies can invest their savings.
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24/06/24 Weekly analysis
Overall, the week was positive for global stock markets, which posted their third consecutive weekly gain. The most significant development in the stock market dynamics of the past few weeks was the pullback in technology stocks.
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Political earthquake in Europe
17/06/24 Weekly analysis
The results of last weekend's European elections appeared to be largely in line with the polls.
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June begins with renewed spirits
10/06/24 Weekly analysis
After two consecutive downward weeks, in a movement that limited the highs in May, the month of June began with renewed spirit for global equity markets, which saw a weekly rise of around 1%.
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05/06/24 Monthly analysis
We analyze the performance of the financial markets.
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03/06/24 Weekly analysis
Global stock markets experienced their second consecutive week of decline. Nevertheless, this did not prevent May from being the most bullish month of 2024.
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27/05/24 Weekly analysis
Following last week's record highs, investors decided to take profits, causing a sell-off in the global stock markets, which had enjoyed a four-week winning streak.
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20/05/24 Weekly analysis
The crucial macroeconomic data released in the United States presented a favorable combination of lower inflationary pressures and a modest cooling of economic activity.
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05/05/24 Monthly analysis
We analyze the performance of the financial markets.
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Roberto Hernanz
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Álvaro Manteca
Roberto Hernanz
Markets Director at BBVA Private Banking
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Analysis and Strategy Director at BBVA Private Banking
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