Venezuelan Calm Supports U.S. Stock Rally as Tech and Energy Lead Gains
US stocks rose, led by tech and energy, as markets shrugged off Venezuela tensions; AI and strong earnings boosted risk appetite.
Rising UK Consumer Credit Poses Challenge for Monetary Policy Amid Falling Bond Yields
UK consumer credit surged in Nov 2025, led by credit cards, while bond yields fell. Inflation risks persist, complicating rate cut prospects.
Chinese Stocks Start the Year Strong: Shanghai +0.9%, Shenzhen +1.8%
Chinese stocks rose as tech and AI shares led gains; Shanghai +0.9%, Shenzhen +1.8%, with strong economic data boosting investor confidence.
Strong Gains for Precious Metals as Oil and Gas Continue to Decline Amid Market Pressures
Precious metals surged on investment demand, while oil and gas prices declined amid weak global demand and ongoing market uncertainty.
US Dollar Rises to Two-Week High Ahead of Key Economic Data
US dollar hits two-week high as markets await key US economic data; focus on Fed policy, jobs report, and possible rate cuts.
Tadawul: TASI Rises 0.42% to 10,407.87 Points After Opening
TASI rose 0.42% to 10,407.87. MT30 up 0.59%. 176 stocks advanced, 73 declined. Top gainer: Shari (+7.36%).
Chinese Stocks Reach Over Three-Year Highs; Hong Kong Up 0.2% on Domestic Momentum Despite Services Slowdown
Chinese stocks hit 3-year highs; Hong Kong up 0.2% on policy optimism, but services and jobs show ongoing economic weakness.
Australian Stocks Close Flat at 8,729 Points as Energy and Mining Shares Gain
ASX 200 closed flat at 8,729 as energy and mining shares rose; focus shifts to upcoming key economic data releases.
Japanese Stocks Jump Nearly 3% as Manufacturing Activity Improves and PMI Holds at 50
Japanese stocks rose nearly 3% as manufacturing PMI hit 50, signaling stabilization; tech, banking, and defense shares led gains.
Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange Index Drops 0.58% to 9,936.67 Points Amid Pressure on Blue Chips
Abu Dhabi index fell 0.58% to 9,936.67, pressured by blue chips like ADNOC and ALDAR; ADNOC GAS led volumes, KICO topped gainers.
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