European markets gain, UK inflation slows to 2.5% in December
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Jan 15 2025
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Source: SeekingAlpha
UK Inflation Trends: The UK's annual inflation rate decreased to 2.5% in December, while the Retail Price Index rose by 3.5%, falling short of market expectations.
European Economic Overview: Germany's wholesale prices increased slightly, France's inflation remained stable at 1.3%, and Spain's inflation met estimates at 2.8%, amidst a positive trend in European stock markets as investors await U.S. inflation data.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
