S&P 500 at record high as earnings loom and French risks persist

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Markets rally, France stumbles and the obesity revolution accelerates

Equity markets started the week on a strong note, with both European and US stock indices posting solid gains. France proved the notable exception, however, as French equities and government bonds came under pressure amid growing concerns about the government’s ability to rein in ...  Show more

Weak payrolls lift stocks, but yields stay elevated

Equity markets rallied on Friday after a surprisingly weak US jobs report fuelled hopes that the Federal Reserve may remain on hold for longer. However, enthusiasm was tempered by another rise in Treasury yields, with the US 10-year yield hovering near multi-decade highs. Meanwhi ...  Show more

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