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World Shares Mixed as 2025 Trading Nears End
Shares opened mixed in Europe after slipping in Asia, with some markets wrapping up for the year amid thin volumes as investors close positions. Germany's DAX held nearly unchanged at 24,348.38, Britain's FTSE 100 edged up 0.1%, while South Korea's Kospi fell 0.2%.
Most global markets will close for New Year's, limiting activity.
Wall Street Slips in Quiet Pre-Holiday Trading
The S&P 500 fell 0.3% on Monday, still up over 17% for 2025 and on track for its eighth monthly gain. Dow Jones dropped 0.5% and Nasdaq 0.5%, weighed by big tech stocks.
U.S. futures remained flat early Tuesday.
Tech Stocks Wobble on AI Investment Doubts
Nvidia fell 1.2% and Broadcom 0.8%, dragging markets as investors question if AI payoffs justify hefty investments. Tech shares with outsized valuations have become among the world's most valuable amid AI hype.
Skepticism has caused recent volatility.
Gold and Silver Rebound After Monday Slump
Gold gained 0.7% early Tuesday after a 4.6% drop, up about 64% for 2025; silver rose 4.4% after 8.7% slump, more than doubling yearly. Pullback followed Chicago Mercantile Exchange requiring more trader cash for precious metals bets.
Crude oil edged higher.
Japan's PM Rings Out Final 2025 Trading Session
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi performed a traditional year-end ceremony in Tokyo to close 2025 trading. With two days left, volumes thinned as big investors exited positions.
Markets prepare for New Year's closures.
European Markets Steady in Early Trading
Germany's DAX nearly unchanged at 24,348.38, FTSE 100 up 0.1% to 9,876.73, CAC 40 flat at 8,112.37. Trading subdued ahead of holidays.
U.S. futures showed no movement.
Asian Indices Dip as Year-End Nears
South Korea's Kospi fell 0.2% to 4,214.17, Taiwan's Taiex lost 0.4%, India's Sensex down under 0.1%. Regional markets saw slips before some ended 2025 trading.
US Commits $2 Billion in Emergency Global Aid
United States pledges 2 billion dollars to combat global hunger and disease following major foreign aid cuts. Aid aims to address urgent needs amid challenges.
Announced in latest business updates.
Philippine House Plans Blockchain for Lawmaking
Speaker Dy unveils plan to digitize and secure lawmaking via blockchain by next year. Move aims to enhance transparency and efficiency in legislative processes.
Part of broader digital transformation efforts.
Filipino Trust Gap Widens in New Survey
Survey shows Filipinos cooling on President Marcos while VP Sara Duterte maintains strong support, widening trust gap. Findings highlight shifting public sentiments.
Covered in daily business brief.
Digital Rights Groups Demand Probe on Data Breach
Groups call for investigation after alleged unauthorized access to ex-DPWH official’s files. Raises concerns over data security and privacy.
Latest in ongoing digital rights issues.