European Shares Close Lower as Volatility Climbs

The video discusses recent trends in the European stock market, highlighting a significant decline in the stock 600 index and increased volatility as measured by the V STOXX index. Concerns over an upcoming referendum and central bank actions are contributing to market instability. The government bond market shows divergent performance between core and peripheral countries, with Spanish yields rising ahead of a major election. The UK bond market is also experiencing changes, with yields increasing as the Bank of England addresses potential Brexit impacts.

What has been the trend in the stock 600 index over the past seven days?

• It has decreased by over 7%

• It has remained stable

• It has increased by 7%

• It has increased by 1.6%

What does the V STOXX index indicate about the market?

• It reflects stable market conditions

• It predicts future stock prices

• It shows a decrease in equity volatility

• It indicates a rise in equity volatility

What is the current trend in the yield differential between Spanish and German bonds?

• It is decreasing

• It is negative

• It is stable

• It is rising

How has the UK 10-year bond yield changed recently?

• It has decreased

• It has remained unchanged

• It has risen for eight consecutive days

• It has fluctuated randomly

What is the Bank of England's stance regarding the potential UK exit from the EU?

• They are buying more bonds

• They are reducing interest rates

• They are increasing their warnings

• They are unconcerned