India's Sensex Index Set for 8.7% Annual Gains in 2025 Driven by Domestic Economy
India's Sensex set for 8.7% gains in 2025, led by metals, despite foreign outflows; RBI rate cuts may boost 2026 outlook.
Hong Kong Stocks Decline in Final Session of 2025 but Set for Strong Annual Gains
Hong Kong stocks fell in 2025's final session but posted 28% annual gains, supported by strong Chinese data and easing US-China tensions.
Chinese Stocks Poised for Biggest Annual Gains in Years on Strong Economic Activity Data
Chinese stocks set for best annual gains since 2019, boosted by strong PMI data and improved investor confidence in China's economy.
Offshore Chinese Yuan Set for Largest Annual Gain Since 2020 on Strong Economic Activity Data
Offshore yuan nears 15-month high, set for biggest annual gain since 2020, boosted by strong Chinese economic data and PMI growth.
Chinese Manufacturing Activity Records Unexpected Growth as PMI Returns Above 50 Points
China's Dec 2025 manufacturing PMI rose to 50.1, signaling slight growth driven by domestic demand, but exports and jobs remain weak.
European Stocks Reach New Record Highs Driven by Banks, Commodities, and Easing Expectations
European stocks hit record highs, led by banks and commodities, on rate cut hopes, fiscal spending, and a shift from US tech to EU markets.
U.S. Stocks Hold Modest Momentum as Year-End Approaches Near Record Highs
US stocks traded flat near record highs as year-end nears, with low volatility, tech stabilizing, and investors awaiting Fed minutes.
US Home Price Growth Slows in October to Weakest Pace Since 2023
US home price growth slowed to 1.3% in Oct 2025, the weakest since July 2023, with regional differences and real values down after inflation.
Canadian TSX Index Rebounds on Commodity and Energy Stocks as Exceptional Year Nears Close
The TSX rose 0.2% on strong commodity and energy stocks, nearing a 29% annual gain - its best year since 2009.
German DAX Index Posts Best Annual Performance Since 2019, Driven by Technology and Defense Stocks
Germany's DAX rose 23% in 2025, its best since 2019, led by tech and defense stocks amid optimism over AI, defense, and infrastructure spending.
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