Global markets ended the week mixed; US indices rose slightly while European and Asian equities declined. The Fed signaled a preference for steady rates, easing policy concerns. Key corporate news includes Volkswagen approving a restructuring plan cutting 50,000 jobs, Nestlé selling its supplements business for $1B, Ryanair slashing winter flights, and ByteDance securing a $29.6B loan. Macro data showed mixed economic signals across regions.