Market Information Monday 12 August 2024

Consumer prices in China rose by 0.5% year-on-year in July, higher than the expected 0.4% and the 0.2% increase in June. Food prices remained unchanged after a 2.1% drop in June. Excluding food and energy, prices rose by 0.4%, lower than the 0.6% increase in June. On a monthly basis, prices increased by 0.5% in July, after a 0.2% decline in June.

German consumer prices increased by 2.3% year-on-year in July, a slight rise compared to June. Core inflation remained stable at 2.9%. On a monthly basis, prices rose by 0.3%. The final figures confirm the preliminary data reported at the end of July.

The number of entrepreneurs in the Netherlands has risen to approximately 2.5 million, with increased diversity among them. The percentage of female entrepreneurs grew from 32% to 38% over nearly fifteen years, particularly active in personal services and clothing. Younger individuals and those over 65 are increasingly starting businesses, with the share of entrepreneurs under 30 rising from 9% to 15%, and those over 65 from 6% to 10%.

The 6M Euribor increased with 3 basis points to 3.49% compared to previous business day. The 10Y Swap decreased with 4 basis points to 2.51% 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.