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What Is The Euro STOXX 50 Index? The EURO STOXX 50 is an index that tracks the performance of the 50 largest companies in the eurozone, similar to the Dow Jones Industrial Average, which tracks the 30 largest publicly-traded companies in the U.S. The index includes stocks from 11 eurozone countries, namely Austria, Belgium, Finland, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Portugal and Spain. The top 10 components in…
On 30 October 2019, British Parliament approved a general election that was scheduled to take place 12 December 2019. This event could impact the pound's price because it could grant either the Labour or Conservative Party a majority, making it easier for the U.K. lawmakers to finalise Brexit with the European Union (EU). If Prime Minister Boris Johnson's Conservative Party attains a majority in Parliament as a result of the…
In the aftermath of the June 2016 vote for Brexit, several issues became points of contention regarding the United Kingdom's departure from the European Union. Monetary settlements, immigration policies and the future of trade relations spearheaded negotiations during an extended transition period. In addition to these concerns was the Irish border, what it was to become and how it was going to impact the U.K.-EU relationship moving forward. Throughout the…
The euro is the common currency of 19 of the 28 European Union countries and used by 340 million people. Learn more about how world events have impacted the price of the euro since its creation.
In the wake of the 2016 vote for Brexit, many questions regarding the future of the United Kingdom (U.K.) have come to the forefront. A fluid political and economic situation has ensued, causing existing members of the European Union (E.U.) and U.K. to reevaluate ongoing relationships. The Scottish Parliament has done just that, voting in favour of an independence referendum, which is the second since 2014. While a definitive schedule…
A BOE interest rate hike impacts many facets of the economic picture in the U.K, including the pound, exports and the credit markets.
The surprise outcome of the 2016 United Kingdom Brexit Referendum sent valuations of the British pound sterling (GBP) into chaos. Upon the final vote tally coming in at 51.9% for "leave" to 48.1% for "remain," the voting public showed its support of the U.K. withdrawing from the European Union (EU). The aftermath of the Brexit vote made it clear that a new era for both the U.K. and GBP had…
The UK100 tracks the 100 top-performing companies in the London Stock Exchange and with FXCM's low transaction costs, a good trading strategy, and the advantage of leverage (which can magnify gains as wells as losses), you’re ready for any market condition.
The Catalan independence referendum of 2017 has created significant uncertainty in the country of Spain. Find out how this political event has impacted the price of the euro.
Throughout the U.K.'s history and its interaction within global events, the British pound has served as a conduit for international trade and as a safe haven for investors.
The FTSE All-Share Index tracks the prices of companies listed on the London Stock Exchange's (LSE) main market.
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