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Euro-zone economic sentiment index rose in November
In the Euro-zone, the economic sentiment index advanced to 25.90 in November, compared to a level of 21.00 in the prior month.
German economic sentiment index unexpectedly climbed in November
In Germany, the economic sentiment index jumped to 31.70 in November, compared to a level of 22.30 in the previous month. Markets were expecting the index to fall to 19.00.
German current situation index fell more than anticipated in November
In Germany, the current situation index dropped to 12.50 in November, compared to a level of 21.60 in the prior month. Markets were expecting the index to drop to a level of 18.00.
German trade surplus narrowed in September
In Germany, the seasonally adjusted trade surplus narrowed to €13.20 billion in September, compared to a revised surplus of €14.00 billion in the previous month. Markets were expecting trade surplus to narrow to €13.60 billion.
US business optimism index dropped in October
In the US, the business optimism index fell to 98.20 in October, compared to a level of 99.10 in the prior month.
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