Political, Inflationary Risks On Europe's Horizon: Market Snapshot

The European Central Bank gathered to deliver an interest rate hike this week against a back drop of rising global bond yields, spiralling energy prices and growing political risk. Following a state election win for German's far-right AfD party in Saxony-Anhalt, attention now turns to an array of elections across multiple European countries in 2027. France in particular stand out as an area for concern for investors as the country navigates political divide and a shaky fiscal outlook. The Opening Trade spoke to guests about the biggest challenges facing European nations at a time of heavy pressure on public finances. (Source: Bloomberg)