The previous week followed an ambiguous format for global stock markets. However, on 122 August, key American stock indices came very close to historical record-highs that were registered in February 2020. Investors are focusing on news about the development of a coronavirus vaccine and fears that monetary incentives may be cut down, the lack of progress regarding a new set of fiscal incentives in the US Congress, and the confrontation between the White House and Beijing.

Financial markets survey 17.08.2020