Chinese Yuan Surpasses 7 per Dollar for First Time Since September 2024
Yuan rises above 7 per US dollar for first time since Sept 2024, reflecting PBOC's supportive stance and improved market sentiment.
Shanghai Composite Rises for Seventh Consecutive Session, Driven by AI Stocks
Shanghai Composite rose for a 7th session, led by AI stocks and policy support; Shenzhen fell as investors grew cautious before holidays.
Nikkei 225 Moves Quietly During Holiday Trading Amid Continued Low Liquidity
Nikkei 225 edged up 0.1% amid low holiday trading; investors await Japan's 2026 budget decision. Sapporo fell on real estate sale news.
Canadian Stocks Edge Lower from Record Highs Amid Pressure on Gold Mining Shares
Canadian stocks dipped 0.2% from record highs, led by gold miner losses, while bank shares rose; TSX closed for holidays, trading was thin.
S&P 500 and Dow Jones Close at Record Highs Supported by Strong Economic Data
S&P 500 and Dow Jones hit record highs on strong GDP and job data, showing investor optimism despite tech sector concerns.
TSX Index Slips Slightly After Hitting Record High Amid Pressure from Gold Stocks
TSX fell 0.4% after record high, pressured by gold stocks; banks rose on Bank of Canada rate stance amid thin holiday trading.
S&P 500 Hits New Record High Supported by Economic Data Ahead of Christmas Holiday
S&P 500 hit a record high, boosted by strong GDP and labor data, as markets saw modest gains ahead of the Christmas holiday.
U.S. Stocks Maintain Weekly Gains Ahead of Shortened Wednesday Session
US stocks hold gains ahead of early close for Christmas; S&P 500 nears record as strong GDP boosts sentiment despite low holiday liquidity.
European Stocks Close Flat in Quiet Session Ahead of Christmas Holiday
European stocks closed flat in light pre-Christmas trade; luxury stocks rose, while BP and Sanofi fell on company news.
U.S. Mortgage Rates Hit 7-Week Low Despite Continued Weak Demand
US mortgage rates hit 7-week low at 6.31%, but demand stays weak as applications fall to a 3-month low despite cheaper borrowing.
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