FTSE 100 Edges Down as Mining and Defense Stocks Weigh on Gains
FTSE 100 slipped 0.1% as mining and defense stocks fell on peace talks and lower metals prices; healthcare stocks offered some support.
German DAX Index Closes at Highest Level in Over Two Months Amid Consumer and Industrial Gains
German DAX hits 2-month high at 24,365, led by consumer and industrial gains; defense, bank stocks fall amid easing geopolitical tensions.
US Stocks Retreat from Record Highs Amid AI Valuation Concerns
US stocks fell as AI valuation worries hit tech shares; energy stocks rose on higher oil prices after US sanctions on Venezuela.
Canadian 10-Year Government Bond Yield Holds Below August Highs Amid Slowing Growth and Bank of Canada Policy Caution
Canadian 10-year bond yield stays below August highs as growth slows, BoC remains cautious, and rate cut expectations rise for 2025.
Dallas Fed Manufacturing Index Continues Decline in December Amid Broad Weakness in Texas Factory Activity
Dallas Fed reports Texas manufacturing fell in Dec 2025, with weaker output, orders, and outlook; firms cut hours, but jobs remain stable.
Gulf Markets Close: Qatar Exchange Sees Marginal Gains, Muscat Market Declines Despite Strong Annual Performance
Qatar stocks rose 0.32% while Muscat fell 0.74%. Muscat saw strong yearly gains; Gulf markets show mixed trends amid investor caution.
U.S. Stocks Retreat from Record Highs Amid AI Valuation Concerns
US stocks fell from record highs as AI valuation worries hit tech shares; energy stocks rose with oil prices after new US sanctions on Venezuela.
Egyptian Market Closes Higher: EGX30 Gains 0.31% with Strong Annual Performance
EGX30 closed up 0.31% at 41,732 points, up 42.31% year-on-year, reflecting strong investor sentiment and ongoing market momentum.
Kuwait Stock Market Closes Lower: Indices Fall Amid Pressure on Blue Chips
Kuwait stock market closed lower as blue-chip stocks fell; all main indices declined amid active trading and profit-taking.
Saudi Stock Market Closes Higher, Driven by Energy and Blue-Chip Stocks
Saudi stock market rose 0.7% to 10,490, led by energy and blue-chip gains; liquidity focused on major stocks like Aramco and Al Rajhi Bank.
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