European stocks set to open positively despite concerns, U.S. markets mixed

From Nasdaq Stock Market: 2024-11-18 00:38:40

European stocks are expected to open positively despite interest rate concerns. U.S. economic calendar remains light with housing starts and jobless claims reports upcoming. Nvidia to announce Q3 results, with focus on Blackwell AI chip demand. Eurostat to release euro area external trade data, surplus expected to increase. Asian markets mostly up, fueled by Samsung stock buyback plan and Chinese developer activity. Dollar eases, oil and gold rebound after previous declines. U.S. stocks fall on inflation and retail sales data, weakening case for December rate cut. European stocks close lower on Friday due to earnings, tariff and Fed policy uncertainties.



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