Oil Heads for Biggest Annual Loss in Five Years Amid Oversupply Concerns
Oil prices fell 20% in 2025, marking the biggest annual loss since 2020, due to oversupply and weak demand despite geopolitical tensions.
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.
Gold Set for Best Annual Performance Since 1979 with Exceptional Gains in 2025
Gold set for best year since 1979, up 66% in 2025, driven by tariffs, rate cuts, and global tensions, reinforcing its safe-haven appeal.
Silver Surges Sharply After Steep Sell-Off Amid Geopolitical Tensions and Monetary Support
Silver rebounded over 6% after a sharp sell-off, driven by geopolitical tensions and monetary easing, with high volatility expected to continue.
Federal Reserve Minutes Support Markets and Strengthen Rate Cut Bets Through 2026
Fed minutes signal cautious rate cuts in 2024, split views on inflation and jobs, supporting gradual market optimism but keeping volatility high.
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.
TAQA and EWEC Achieve Financial Close for 1 GW Al Dhafra Power Plant to Support AI Data Centers
TAQA and EWEC secured funding for a 1 GW Al Dhafra plant to power AI data centers, supporting UAE's AI and clean energy goals.
Alibaba and Abu Dhabi Back MiniMax IPO in Hong Kong Targeting Over $600 Million
MiniMax, backed by Alibaba and Abu Dhabi, plans a $600M+ Hong Kong IPO, aiming to be China's first public generative AI firm.
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.
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