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NEW YORK/LONDON – Global stocks edged up marginally on Friday following the release of US inflation data by the Federal Reserve. The MSCI world equity index, tracking shares from 49 nations, recorded a slight 0.08% gain, reflecting cautious optimism among investors amidst concerns over government debt.

The US Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation gauge, the Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) price index, showed a modest 0.2% increase last month, in line with expectations. Meanwhile, pending US home sales surged in December, signaling growing buyer interest.

Investors remained cautious ahead of the Federal Reserve meeting, expecting commentary on potential rate adjustments amidst positive economic indicators throughout the week. Wall Street saw a mixed performance, with the S&P 500 snapping its record streak to end slightly lower, while the Nasdaq and Dow industrials maintained modest gains.

In Europe, the equity index rose 1.1%, buoyed by indications of a potential rate cut by the European Central Bank (ECB) in April. Currency markets witnessed minor fluctuations, with the dollar index slipping marginally against a basket of major currencies.

Oil prices climbed to their highest levels in months on positive economic data and geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, while spot gold remained stable ahead of the Fed policy meeting.

In Asia, the MSCI’s broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares concluded the week with a 1.6% gain, driven by investor inflows into Chinese equity funds.

As investors navigate evolving economic indicators, the global financial landscape remains cautiously optimistic, awaiting crucial policy decisions from central banks worldwide.
By: Montel Kamau
Serrari Financial Analyst
30th January, 2024

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