CAC 40 Rises With Political Turmoil In Focus

Fed's Beige Book Says U.S. Economic Activity Rose Slightly

Economic activity rose slightly in most Federal Reserve districts, according to the central bank's Beige Book, a compilation of anecdotal evidence on economic conditions in each of the twelve Fed districts. The Beige Book, released Wednesday afternoon, said three regions exhibited modest or moderate growth that offset flat or slightly declining activity in two others.

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Gold Futures Close Higher As Dollar Remains Weak

Gold futures closed higher on Wednesday, gaining for a second straight session, as the dollar remained weak. Geopolitical tensions and political uncertainty in France contributed as well for the increased demand for the safe-haven asset.

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Swiss Market Close Moderately Lower

The Switzerland market closed weak on Wednesday after languishing in the red right through the day's trading session, as investors looked for directional clues and made cautious moves.

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European Stocks Close Broadly Higher

European stocks closed broadly lower on Wednesday despite political uncertainty in France, and lingering concerns about geopolitical tensions. Investors also awaited some crucial economic data from the U.S. A report from the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) saying that the global economy will likely remain resilient helped underpin sentiment.

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ECB's Lagarde Says Eurozone Outlook Uncertain Amid Downside Risks

Euro area medium term economic outlook is uncertain, and growth is set to remain weak in the short term while inflation is expected temporarily rise, European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde said Wednesday.

RTTNews | 6小时22分钟前

U.S. Factory Orders Rise In Line With Estimates In October

The Commerce Department released a report on Wednesday showing a modest increase by new orders for U.S. manufactured goods in the month of October. The report said factory orders rose by 0.2 percent in October after dipping by a revised 0.2 percent in September. Economists had expected factory orders to rise by 0.2 percent.

RTTNews | 8小时38分钟前

U.S. Service Sector Growth Slows More Than Expected In November

A report released by the Institute for Supply Management on Wednesday showed U.S. service sector growth slowed by more than anticipated in the month of November. The ISM said its services PMI fell to 52.1 in November from 56.0 in October. While a reading above 50 still indicates growth, economists had expected the index to show a much more modest decrease to 55.5.

RTTNews | 8小时57分钟前

U.S. Private Sector Job Growth Falls Modestly Short Of Estimates In November

A report released by payroll processor ADP on Wednesday showed private sector employment in the U.S. increased by slightly less than expected in the month of November. ADP said private sector employment climbed by 146,000 jobs in November after jumping by a downwardly revised 184,000 jobs in October.

RTTNews | 9小时29分钟前

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