The last quarter of 2024 saw the Eurozone’s GDP remain static due to contractions in Germany (-0.2%) and France (-0.1%). This situation has heightened the anticipation of further interest rate reductions by the European Central Bank (ECB). During this period, the euro maintained a steady value of $1.04, and bond yields descended. However, the policy gap between ECB and the Federal Reserve (Fed) is expanding, with Fed’s chief Jerome Powell indicating no urgency in slashing rates. This write-up will be insightful for those eyeing investment opportunities or harbouring a general interest in the financial market, even though it’s not specifically targeted at them.