Market Information Friday 28 February 2025

Consumer confidence and economic sentiment in the eurozone improved slightly in February, according to final data from the European Commission. The confidence index rose from -14.2 in January to -13.6 in February but remains below the long-term average. The figures were in line with previous estimates.

The U.S. economy grew at a lower pace in the fourth quarter compared to the previous three months, as shown by a second estimate from the U.S. Department of Commerce. GDP growth was 2.3% in Q4, confirming the initial estimate. This follows growth rates of 3.1% in Q3 and 3.0% in Q2.

The number of new unemployment benefit claims in the U.S. rose last week, according to the U.S. Department of Labor. For the week ending February 22, claims reached 242,000, an increase of 22,000 from the previous week. Analysts had expected 225,000 new claims.

The 6M Euribor decreased with 2 basis points to 2.39% compared to previous business day. The 10Y Swap decreased with 1 basis point to 2.35% compared to previous business day.

In the attachment, today’s market data on money and capital market rates as well as other rates are presented.