The FTSE 100 is up over 8% this year, and has almost recovered from the pandemic-induced mini-crash of March 2020. However, the Omicron variant is causing uncertainty over the index's direction next year.
Source: Bloomberg
Indices Shares FTSE 100 Investor Price Stock
After rising to $1200 per share, the electric vehicle behemoth now boasts a market cap of $1.2 trillion. But the veil of bullish numbers is hiding headwinds for its billionaire CEO.
Source: Bloomberg
Shares Tesla, Inc. Ford Motor Company Car China Electric vehicle
2021 saw a record number of SPAC and IPO launches across US stock exchanges. But half are trading below their initial prices. And with Virgin Orbit already down 20%, could the lustre of new listings be losing its appeal?
Source: Bloomberg
Shares Special-purpose acquisition company Virg
The Nvidia share price has risen 6,580% since mid-2015, as global demand for microchips surges, and it continues its attempts to takeover UK rival Arm. Could it soar into 2022 and beyond?
Source: Bloomberg
Shares Nvidia Integrated circuit Price Competition and Markets Authority SoftBan
The Pfizer share price has more than doubled since its March 2020 low of $29. At $59 today, will continued investment and a resurgent Omicron-fuelled pandemic see it explode further into the new year?
Source: Bloomberg
Shares Pfizer Vaccine COVID-19 pandemic Medication Pfizer–BioNTech
The Rentokil share price soared to a record 636p in November. While overpaying for rival Terminix has seen it fall to 570p for now, this proposed new entity will be the largest pest control company in the world.
Source: Bloomberg
Indices Shares Rentokil Initial Terminix Pest control Pr
The Boohoo share price has fallen 64% over the past six months. With increased transport costs, extended delivery times, and rising returns, can the fast-fashion retailer recover in the new year?
Source: Bloomberg
Shares Boohoo.com Price United Kingdom Share price Earnings before inter
SPDR S&P 500 ETF, DOGECOIN, DOLLAR AND FED DECISION TALKING POINTS
The S&P 500 extended is retreat from last Friday’s record highs to rebalance before the Fed decision – though not all markets were taking normal preparations
Before the media blackout, Fed Chairman Powell and other FOMC officials made a concerted effort to acclimatize market expectations to a faster taper and an earlier first hike
Through the final thrust of 2022 liquidity likely cent
The Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee meets on Thursday to discuss raising the UK's base interest rate from its historic low of 0.1%. But the Omicron variant has thrown a spanner in the works.
Source: Bloomberg
Forex Unemployment Inflation Bank of England Monetary Policy Comm
The Peloton share price has fallen 77% from its pandemic high of $163 to $38 today. After disappointing Q1 results and a 'Sex and the City' blunder involving one of its exercise bikes, can it recover in 2022?
Source: Bloomberg
Shares Peloton (exercise equipment company) Price Subscript
Roblox shares soared 7% yesterday as investors back its strong financial credentials, aged-up demographics, and future potential to be a trailblazer for the metaverse. And this could just be the start.
Source: Bloomberg
Shares Roblox Metaverse Avatar Bloomberg L.P. Internet
While the Tesla share price remains in the stratosphere, a perfect storm of institutional selling, reported faults, new competition, and the Omicron variant could together mark the end of its bull run.
Source: Bloomberg
Shares Tesla, Inc. Stock market index Stock Investor Option
The European Central Bank is coming under increasing pressure to raise its base interest rate, amid surging inflation and a fast-moving German political landscape.
Source: Bloomberg
Forex Inflation European Central Bank Eurozone Germany Euro
The Vodafone share price has risen 6% today, as rising revenue has resulted in increased optimism for the growth of its European and African businesses. Will the telecoms giant see a revival in its fortunes?
Source: Bloomberg
Shares Vodafone Price Investor CFD TPG Telecom
The US jobs report looks set for a strong November, with elevated ISM manufacturing and ADP payrolls surveys hinting at another positive month.
Source: Bloomberg
Indices Unemployment Employment United States Monetary policy Federal Reserve
The Omicron variant saw the FTSE 100 sink 3.6% last Friday. After rallying this week, SAGE and Moderna are sounding the alarm. Could Prime Minister Boris Johnson be forced to cancel Christmas once more?
Source: Bloomberg
Indices FTSE 100 Christmas Investor Volatility Stock market index
Australia's Reserve Bank is continuing with quantitative easing and rock-bottom interest rates, while New Zealand is tightening up fiscal policy. With house prices skyrocketing in both countries, what could happen to AUD/NZD?
Source: Bloomberg
Forex Inflation Australian dollar Australi
The Ocado share price has risen 6% since Friday, as news of the Omicron variant caused the FTSE 100 to fall nearly 4%. Ocado shareholders could see their investment surge if lockdowns are reintroduced.
Source: Bloomberg
Indices Shares Ocado Group Marks & Spencer Revenue Investor
The Royal Mail share price is rising fast after delivering strong results last week. It's returning £400 million to investors in dividends and share buybacks. And with vastly improved infrastructure, it could rise further.
Source: Bloomberg
Shares Royal Mail Mail Share repurchase Cash
The Metro Bank share price has fallen 95% since the beginning of 2019. After private equity giant Carlyle pulled out of a takeover proposal last week, what are its prospects for 2022?
Source: Bloomberg
Shares Bank Metro Bank (United Kingdom) The Carlyle Group Stock Private equity
China’s top tech giant Alibaba experienced one of its worst days in US share market. Its share price (NYSE: BABA) dropped harshly by 11% from $161, the day before, to $143 when market closed on Thursday.
So urce: Blo omberg
Forex Shares Alibaba Group Renminbi E-commerce Investor
The FTSE 100 lost 1,000 points when the Bank of England increased the base interest rate in 2018. As inflation soars and consumers are hit by a cost-of-living crisis, the blue-chip index could see its recent rally end.
Source: Bloomberg
Indices Commodities Inflation Interest rate Bank
AUSTRALIAN DOLLAR, AUD/USD, AUD/CAD, EUR/AUD – TECHNICAL OUTLOOK
Australian Dollar facing mixed signals vs. USD, CAD and EUR
AUD/USD may reverse higher on support, AUD/CAD ranging
EUR/AUD downtrend remains despite recent consolidation
AUD/USD 4-HOUR CHART
The Australian Dollar faces its next potential opportunity to reverse the near-term downtrend against the US Dollar since the beginning of this month. AUD/USD is facing a combination o
The Tesco share price has soared 27% since March. As the UK's grocery market leader, it's benefitting from strong interim results, takeover rumours, and a rebounding economy. Could a Christmas boom see it rise higher?
Source: Bloomberg
Shares Tesco Price United Kingdom Tax Lidl
The Royal Dutch Shell share price has soared this year as the price of oil hits a multi-year high. Could its proposed move to London and accelerated green transition see it rise back to pre-pandemic heights?
Source: Bloomberg
Commodities Price of oil Petroleum Price Share repurchase Un