World indices, which fell earlier this week amid strenghtening monetary policy by global central banks, ended a week-long session in high spirits ahead of the long Christmas weekend. The S&P500 index reached a record value for the 68th time this year. The market was supported by the statement made by US President Joe Biden, who confirmed that introduction of new restrictions due to the Omicron coronavirus strain is not on the agenda. Investors optimism was further boosted after the reports that US military medics had developed a vaccine that is effective against all coronavirus strains. The study is nearing completion of the first phase of clinical trials, which are currently undergoing final evaluation. According to final data, the US economy grew by 2.3% in the third quarter at an annual rate. 2.1% growth had been forecast, and analysts did not expect the figure to be revised.

Industrial output in Ukraine is slowing down. Record borrowing from domestic government bonds.

Financial markets survey 27.12.2021