Immigration, a favorite theme of European populists

The nationalist and populist right could well win the elections in Switzerland this Sunday, October 22, 2023. The country is renewing its Parliament, and its government in the process. And as for 20 years, it is the Democratic Union of the Center, the UDC which should take the lion’s share. The conservative party – even […]

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Bonds haunted by old and new uncertainties

Tom Westbrook provides an update on the European and global markets for the day ahead. It appears to be the worst week of a bad year for bonds. The benchmark 10-year Treasury yield has risen 31 basis points since last Friday and briefly touched 5% in New York, sparking a new wave of what Spectra […]

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Stocks fall as risk sentiment remains bearish

Stock prices in London closed lower on Thursday as investors failed to shake off nerves over US interest rates, as well as the uncertain geopolitical situation in the Middle East. The FTSE 100 index closed down 88.47 points, or 1.2 per cent, at 7,499.53. The FTSE 250 Index ended 190.32 points, or 1.1%, lower at […]

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Gold on track for second weekly gain on Middle East unrest

Gold prices hit a three-month high on Friday and are poised for a second consecutive weekly rise, with demand buoyed by conflict in the Middle East and expectations that the Federal Reserve may be done with it. interest rate increases. FUNDAMENTALS This article is originally published on zonebourse.com

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The Dark Alliance: Belgian Secret Services and Compromised Journalism

Recent revelations have exposed alarming actions undertaken by Belgian intelligence, including the recruitment of numerous journalists from national newspapers such as Le Soir and Knack. This unsettling revelation has unveiled a disconcerting collaboration between these media outlets and the Belgian secret service, leading to the creation of a false narrative that favours the Belgian government […]

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Unveiling the Unlawful Activities of Belgian Secret Services: Qatargate Scandal and the UAE Connection

Recent revelations have exposed a web of unlawful activities orchestrated by Belgian secret services, shining a light on their involvement in a fabricated scandal known as “Qatargate.” This scandal unfolded within the European Parliament, implicating several Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) and Qatari diplomats. These startling revelations also shed light on the role of […]

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