European Stocks React to Yellen's Speech

The video discusses the performance of the Stoxx Europe 600, highlighting its rise post-Yellen's speech. It analyzes the French media company's earnings, focusing on Canal Plus's cost reduction plans. The correlation between Euro STOXX 50 and Footsie 100 is examined, noting divergence post-Brexit due to Sterling's fall. The UK GDP's strong performance before Brexit is highlighted, with insights into household spending and business investment.

Which sectors were identified as leading gainers over the last five weeks?

• Retail and Consumer Goods

• Banking and Finance

• Oil and Gas, Autos and Parts

• Technology and Healthcare

What was the main reason for the divergence between the Euro STOXX 50 and the Footsie 100 post-Brexit?

• Increase in Euro value

• Fall in Sterling

• Rise in US Dollar

• Decrease in Oil Prices

How much did the Footsie 100 rise due to the fall in Sterling?

• 5.5%

• 6.5%

• 7.5%

• 8.5%

What was the growth rate of household spending in the UK during the second quarter before the Brexit referendum?

• 1.1%

• 0.7%

• 0.5%

• 0.9%

What is the expected contraction of the UK economy in the quarter following the strong second quarter?

• 0.1%

• 0.2%

• 0.3%

• 0.4%