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Madinah's economy surged in Q1 2025, with construction employment at 24% and trade at 20%, reflecting strong diversification. The region's GDP grew by 2.8% to SR57.6 billion, supported by 213 development projects worth over SR210 billion, expected to create over 119,000 jobs.
UBS has raised its year-end S&P 500 target to 6,000, indicating a 3% upside, and set a mid-2026 forecast of 6,400, suggesting a 10% gain, driven by strong Q1 earnings and improved GDP growth projections. Despite downgrading U.S. equities to "Neutral," the firm maintains that the overall uptrend in stocks is intact, with EPS forecasts for 2025 and 2026 revised higher due to resilient earnings and significant AI investments from companies like Meta and Microsoft.
UBS has raised its year-end S&P 500 target to 6,000, indicating a 3% upside, and introduced a mid-2026 forecast of 6,400, suggesting a 10% gain. This adjustment follows stronger-than-expected Q1 earnings and improved GDP growth projections, despite a recent downgrade to "Neutral" on U.S. equities. Analysts have also revised EPS forecasts for 2025 and 2026 upward, driven by resilient earnings and significant AI investments from companies like Meta and Microsoft.
Credit Suisse shareholders are seeking compensation from the Swiss Confederation following the bank's takeover by UBS, claiming losses after purchasing shares based on misleading reassurances about the bank's stability. The Federal Department of Finance is appealing a court ruling that deemed the reduction of bonuses for former executives unlawful, arguing that exceptional circumstances justify their stance. Meanwhile, Japan faces rising inflation, with consumer prices hitting 3.5% in April, driven by soaring rice prices, prompting speculation about potential monetary policy changes by the Bank of Japan.
Barclays has indicated that a recession is likely on the horizon, prompting discussions on how individuals and businesses can prepare for potential economic downturns. Strategies for readiness are essential as uncertainty looms in the financial landscape.
UBS Global Wealth Management has raised its year-end target for the S&P 500 to 6,000 from 5,800, with a June 2026 target of 6,400. The firm also increased its 2025 earnings per share (EPS) forecast to $260, up from $250, and the 2026 EPS to $280 from $275, citing strong first-quarter earnings and a positive GDP outlook. Growth in sectors like technology and healthcare is contributing to heightened investor confidence and market optimism.
Germany's GDP grew by 0.4% in Q1, surpassing initial estimates due to strong manufacturing and export performance, particularly in pharmaceuticals and motor vehicles. Investment activity also rose, with equipment investment up 0.7% and private consumer spending increasing by 0.5%. However, this growth is seen as a temporary effect from ongoing trade conflicts, with expectations of lower growth in the upcoming quarter.
UBS Global Wealth Management has raised its S&P 500 year-end 2025 target to 6,000, up from 5,800, and set a June 2026 target of 6,400, driven by a strong Q1 earnings season and improved GDP growth expectations. The firm also increased its EPS forecasts to $260 for 2025 and $280 for 2026, reflecting optimism about corporate profitability and economic resilience, supported by stable monetary policies and robust consumer demand.
UBS Global Wealth Management has raised its year-end target for the S&P 500 to 6,000, up from 5,800, and set a new target of 6,400 for June 2026. The firm also increased its 2025 earnings per share forecast to $260 from $250, and projected 2026 EPS at $280, citing a strong first quarter earnings season and improved GDP growth expectations.
UBS Global Wealth Management has raised its year-end target for the S&P 500 to 6,000 from 5,800 and set a new target of 6,400 for June 2026. The firm also increased its 2025 earnings per share forecast to $260, up from $250, and projected 2026 EPS at $280, up from $275, citing a strong first quarter earnings season and improved GDP growth expectations.
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