The major US banks are looking back on a successful 2024.
UBS shares are currently as expensive as they were in May 2008. However, the ongoing debate about the appropriate capitalisation of the banking giant remains a source of uncertainty.
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US technology stocks continue to dominate Wall Street in 2024. But as the year draws to a close, there are signs of a shift in investor preferences. While chipmakers have underperformed in recent weeks, software companies have been in demand.
As the year draws to a close, the Swiss equity market looks set to end on a positive note. However, the performance of individual stocks is very mixed.
US retailers are entering the most important season of the year. The business environment is likely to be challenging as US inflation remains elevated and consumer sentiment is muted.
The economic outlook for Germany is deteriorating towards the end of the year. Despite this, the German stock market has performed remarkably well this year.
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