Europe News-Economy
England
BOE Rate Decision
The Bank of England voted 7-2 to keep Bank Rate unchanged at 3.75% in June 2026, as policymakers weighed easing inflation against continued uncertainty from volatile global energy markets linked to Middle East tensions.
Two members of the Monetary Policy Committee preferred a 0.25 percentage point hike to 4%.
Switzerland
SNB Rate Decision
The Swiss National Bank kept its policy rate at 0% in its June 2026 meeting, as expected, stating the current stance supports price stability and economic growth.
Policymakers noted that medium-term inflation pressures remain largely unchanged, despite recent price increases driven by higher energy costs.
Retail Sales
USA Retail Sales
Retail sales in the US increased 0.9% mom in May 2026, higher than a downwardly revised 0.4% rise in April and above forecasts of 0.5%, signalling a robust consumer spending. Core retail sales rose by 0.8%.
Europe - LME Metals
LME Warehouse
Holland
Rotterdam , Amsterdam, Moerdijk, Oosterhout, and Zaandam-WIRE Report:
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Belgium
Antwerp- WIRE Report:
LME Warehouses
Germany-Italy
Hamburg and Duisburg, Genoa, Livorno, Salerno, Ravenna, Monfalcone, and Trieste- WIRE Report:
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Spain
Bilbao, Barcelona, Valencia, La Coruña, and Vigo- WIRE Report: