As you can see from the accompanying table it was broadly a positive week for global financial markets. Major U.S. stock indexes closed higher for the second week in a row. At the sector level, information technology stocks outperformed, due in part to upbeat sentiment around artificial intelligence (AI)-related stocks in the wake of several positive corporate earnings reports.

Eurozone inflation slowed to 1.9% in May, down from 2.2% in April, marking the first time since September 2023 that price growth has dipped below the European Central Bank’s 2% target. Core inflation, which excludes volatile items such as food and energy, also declined to 2.4%, compared to 2.7% the month before.

The beginning of 2025 has brought a sense of uncertainty for many. At the same time, ongoing global conflicts continue to contribute to wider concerns about the future. However, there are steps people can take to improve their financial situation.

Recent market turbulence has been unsettling for many, especially those considering investing. However, it’s important to remember that investing is a long-term commitment and resisting reactive decisions is crucial.