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George Steer is a markets reporter covering equities, bonds and currencies. He previously wrote about shipping, supply chains and logistics on the industry desk. Before joining the FT, he worked as a researcher at The Week magazine.
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  • Sunday, 25 February, 2024
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    Will eurozone inflation continue to drop?

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  • Thursday, 22 February, 2024
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  • Wednesday, 24 January, 2024
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  • Tuesday, 23 January, 2024
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    Analysts expect oversupply to offset impact of tensions in the Middle East

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  • Monday, 8 January, 2024
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    Brent crude falls almost 4% to $75.70 a barrel

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  • Friday, 5 January, 2024
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    US stocks end nine-week bull run to start year with sell-off

    S&P 500 ends week 1.5% lower despite gains on Friday

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  • Thursday, 4 January, 2024
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    Wall Street forecasters are keeping the faith that government measures will revive Chinese market

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  • Thursday, 14 December, 2023
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  • Sunday, 10 December, 2023
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    Market Questions is the FT’s guide to the week ahead

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  • Saturday, 9 December, 2023
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  • Tuesday, 5 December, 2023
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  • Tuesday, 5 December, 2023
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