Luxembourgish News 12.-18. August 2025
Week 33: This week spotlighted fragile global growth: equity optimism struggles under inflation woes and Fed ambiguity, while Luxembourg reinforces its technological and financial strength through strategic investment and innovation.
Luxembourg launches €350m investment in secure satellite project GovSat‑2
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Luxembourg has committed €298.6 million (US$350 million) to its satellite joint venture GovSat‑2, with an additional €200 million reserved for strategic capacity from 2025 to 2040. The investments aim to ensure sovereign communications resilience and cybersecurity, while reinforcing the nation’s reputation in space and digital finance. Officials say the capacity reserve positions Luxembourg for emerging geopolitical uncertainties, and the move signals a forward-looking commitment to high-tech infrastructure.
Source: Advanced Television
Luxembourg launches record-breaking 16th edition of Fit 4 Start with nearly 500 applicants
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Luxinnovation has received an unprecedented 490 applications for the 16th edition of its flagship startup acceleration program Fit 4 Start. This marks the highest level of interest in the initiative to date, reflecting growing demand for tech innovation and entrepreneurial support in Luxembourg and beyond. Participating startups span sectors such as sustainability, fintech, and healthtech, underscoring diversified growth. Selected teams will receive coaching, funding, and access to investor networks across Europe. This surge in applicants highlights Luxembourg’s expanding reputation as a startup hub in the region.
Source: Luxembourg Trade Invest
Global News
Jackson Hole Fed Symposium looms amid inflation fears and market rifts
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Investors are eyeing this week’s Federal Reserve Jackson Hole symposium for fresh signals on monetary tightening. Expectations are high after yet another week of mixed inflation data and earnings surprises that have shaken confidence in continued stock rallies. Some analysts warn that persistent inflation and soft labor metrics may force the Fed to delay any rate cuts. The spotlight also falls on central banks globally, as markets question if they can sustain growth without sparking inflation. This cautious sentiment has weighed on equity performance, despite pockets of optimism.
Source: Reuters
S&P 500 and Nasdaq retreat as inflation risks cloud market rally
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Equity indexes pulled back this week despite recent strength, amid renewed focus on inflation resurgence. Investors remain concerned that recent Consumer Price Index (CPI) readings could derail rate cut plans, even as the S&P 500 continues outperforming year to date. Technology stocks, particularly mega caps, led the correction, raising questions about valuation and sustainability. Analysts caution that a broader market correction could materialize if macro data fails to cool. Yet some sectors, notably energy and defensives, offered resilience amid volatility.
Source: Marketwatch
Global equities rise as markets cling to hopes of Fed rate cuts
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Global stock markets rallied by mid-week, buoyed by investor optimism that interest rates may ease in response to sluggish inflation trends. European equities logged their strongest weekly performance in three months, led by banking and financial sectors. Meanwhile, gold futures climbed to a new high as traders sought safe-haven assets amid uncertainty over trade and monetary policy. This rally underscores the delicate balance between fear and optimism driving current market dynamics.
Source: Reuters
