Abu Dhabi Market Continues Trading in the Green Zone Supported by Energy and Consumer Stocks
Abu Dhabi market trades slightly up, led by energy and consumer stocks; Dana Gas and Americana among top gainers and most traded.
Japanese Markets Decline Amid Geopolitical Tensions with China and Broad Profit-Taking
Japanese markets fell on profit-taking and China tensions; PMI data showed slower growth. Yen weakened, defense stocks led declines.
Australian Inflation Slows to 3.4%, Boosting Equities and Easing Rate Hike Expectations
Australia's inflation slowed to 3.4% in Nov 2025, easing rate hike fears and boosting stocks, though still above the RBA's target range.
Metals Under Profit-Taking Pressure: Gold at $4,458.89, Silver at $79.320, Copper at $5.9495
Gold, silver, and copper fell on profit-taking as traders await U.S. economic data; geopolitical tensions and China policy offer some support.
Offshore Yuan Under Pressure from Eased Monetary Tone and Weaker PBOC Guidance
Offshore yuan nears 6.98/USD as PBOC signals easing; weaker midpoint fix and policy tone add pressure ahead of key inflation data.
Lockheed Martin Triples Patriot Missile Production; Shares Jump 3% After $9.8 Billion Pentagon Deal
Lockheed Martin will triple Patriot missile output to 2,000/year after a $9.8B Pentagon deal; shares rose 3% amid rising global demand.
Australian Media Billionaire Kerry Stokes Bids $6 Billion for BlueScope Steel in Strategic Deal with Steel Dynamics
Kerry Stokes bids $6B for BlueScope Steel with Steel Dynamics, aiming to split assets; BlueScope shares hit 17-year high on deal news.
Gold Hits $4,486 per Ounce Amid Rising Geopolitical Tensions and Anticipation of US Rate Cuts
Gold rose to $4,486/oz as geopolitical tensions and expected US rate cuts boost its safe-haven appeal; investors await US jobs data.
Saudi Arabia Opens Financial Market to All Foreign Investors Starting February
Saudi Arabia will allow all foreign investors direct market access from February, aiming to boost liquidity and align with Vision 2030 goals.
Chicago Power Utility Imposes Financial Commitments on Data Centers to Shield Consumers from AI-Driven Cost Surge
ComEd now requires data centers to cover grid upgrade costs, protecting consumers from AI-driven energy bill hikes in Chicago.
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