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According to third-quarter ECB data, eurozone bank lending to businesses has increased by €392 billion (+8.2%) …
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Eurozone: companies become cautious about borrowing
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The ECB euro area bank lending survey shows that banks are tightening their credit standards for …
Small caps: a source of opportunity
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Since the beginning of the year, small caps (companies with small market capitalisations) have fallen more …
Signs of a eurozone economic downturn are accumulating
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The latest eurozone data indicate a weakening economy with PMI readings now at levels reflecting a …
Bond markets: carry makes a return
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In recent years, low and even negative interest rates had curbed the appeal of investing in …
Extreme volatility hits bond markets
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The UK government’s newly announced mini-budget, consisting mainly of unfunded tax cuts, received a frosty reception …
