The CAC 40 increased by 0.4% to approximately 8,367 on the initial trading day of September, as investors largely dismissed the rising tensions in the Middle East. US forces conducted operations against an island in the Strait of Hormuz, prompting Iran to respond with assaults on the UAE and Jordan. This escalation has led to Read More
The CAC 40 hovered near the flatline around 8,409 on Monday, following losses in the previous week as investors remained focused on escalating tensions in the Middle East. US forces struck two Iranian missile launchers on Larak Island in the Strait of Hormuz, while Tehran retaliated with an attack on US forces in Jordan. President Read More
The CAC 40 increased by 1% to approximately 8,404 on Friday, recovering from the prior session as investors concentrated on domestic economic indicators. France’s economy experienced stagnation in the second quarter, failing to meet the initial projection of a 0.2% growth, following a contraction of 0.2% in the first quarter. The latest data intensified the Read More
The CAC 40 declined by 0.3% to 8,434 on Thursday, reversing the gains of the previous session and reaching its lowest point in a month. This downturn reflects a growing caution among investors in anticipation of Fitch’s assessment of France’s sovereign credit rating, alongside the ongoing budget negotiations and the shifting dynamics of the political Read More
The CAC 40 rose by 0.5% to 8,483 on Wednesday, breaking a two-session streak of losses as optimism surrounding a potential near-term reopening of the Strait of Hormuz enhanced risk appetite. Oil prices softened following Iran’s announcement of resumed talks with Oman regarding the management of traffic through the crucial waterway, in the context of Read More
The CAC 40 increased by 0.4% to 8,485 on Tuesday, recovering from declines in the prior session, as a stabilisation in the technology sector contributed to an enhancement in risk sentiment. Investor attention has shifted to Nvidia’s upcoming earnings report due Wednesday, as the results are anticipated to provide a critical assessment of the robustness Read More
The CAC 40 declined by 0.2% to approximately 8,467 on Monday, continuing the downward trend from the previous week as investors took a prudent approach in anticipation of a week filled with significant developments related to US-Iran tensions and important policy indicators. Markets are poised for additional insights regarding the proposed Iran sanctions by the Read More
The CAC 40 increased by 0.2% to 8,467 on Friday, breaking an eight-session decline as global bond markets stabilised following two days of significant volatility. Investors focused on a new set of European economic data, which included the most recent PMI surveys. In France, the flash Composite PMI decreased to 48.8 in August, down from Read More
The CAC 40 declined by 0.1% to finish at 8,502 on Wednesday, impacted by downturns in the industrial and financial sectors. Oil prices reached a three-week peak amid continued uncertainty regarding shipping routes through the Strait of Hormuz and persistent supply disruptions. Financials and the broader market continued to face challenges due to inflationary pressures Read More
The CAC 40 increased by 0.4% to 8,540 on Wednesday, breaking a six-session decline, despite a prevailing cautious sentiment influenced by high oil prices and rising bond yields. Oil prices remained stable following President Donald Trump’s assertion that discussions with Iran were not in progress, while he emphasised that the Strait of Hormuz was still Read More
