Interest rates are expected to decrease, particularly in Europe. The European Central Bank is showing signs of preparing to lower interest rates before the U.S. Federal Reserve.

Business activity in the Eurozone has increased as expected, with the European Central Bank (ECB) likely to announce a 25-basis point cut to the main lending rate. Data from the latest HCOB purchasing managers' index (PMI) shows that private sector output in most Eurozone economies expanded at the fastest rate in a year in May. Growth in Germany, Italy, and Spain outweighed a slight downturn in France, leading to overall positive business activity across the Eurozone. Inflation also cooled during this period, providing further support for the anticipated interest rate cuts by the ECB.

Investors are more likely to spend money on risky stocks when the sun is shining, according to a recent study. The research suggests that pleasant weather conditions can influence investment decisions, leading to higher spending on lottery-like stocks. This connection between sunshine and increased investment in risky assets highlights the impact of external factors on financial behavior.