4 February 2025
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- US financial markets experienced significant volatility, tech stocks faced sharp declines due to China’s DeepSeek AI model, in addition President Trump’s sweeping tariffs on imports from Mexico, Canada, and China added to market uncertainty.
- The UK’s FTSE 100 reached a record high, driven by strong corporate earnings and investor optimism. However, UK manufacturing contracted for the fourth consecutive month. Additionally, AstraZeneca cancelled a £450 million investment in Liverpool, citing reduced government funding.
- Eurozone financial markets saw strong performance, with the Stoxx 600 reaching new highs, despite US President Donald Trump’s announcement of tariffs on imports from Mexico, Canada, and China, with potential extensions to the EU.
- Asian financial markets were mixed due to US President Donald Trump’s tariffs on Mexico, Canada, and China. Investors are concerned about potential trade wars and their impact on global economic growth.
