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Gold Prices Surge Over 60% in 2025 to Record Highs
Gold soared more than 60% this year, hitting a record $4,549 per ounce before settling at $4,330 on New Year's Eve, marking the biggest annual gain since 1979. Silver also experienced volatile gains amid year-end pressures. This reflects strong safe-haven demand in a turbulent economic year.
Federal Reserve Minutes Reveal Deep Internal Divisions
Fed minutes show dissents against the December rate cut, highlighting challenges for Chair Jay Powell's successor in May 2026. The third quarter-point reduction underscores policy fissures. This split signals potential slowdown in aggressive rate cuts.
US Stock Market Cap-to-GDP Hits Record 218%
The US stock market reached $68 trillion, exceeding the $31 trillion economy, with the ratio surging 56 points in eight months. S&P 500 is up 16-17% for 2025 despite tariffs and shutdowns. Experts note continued momentum into 2026.
China Announces $9 Billion Consumer Subsidies for 2026
China will subsidize $9 billion for consumer goods trade-ins to boost domestic demand amid external pressures. This extends stimulus for the world's second-largest economy. Key data like Services PMI awaited today.
Japan Bond Yields See Steepest Annual Rise Since 1994
Benchmark JGB yields surged due to reduced Bank of Japan buying, entrenched inflation, and fiscal stimulus. Long-term yields hit record highs since November. This marks volatile year-end dynamics.
US Tariffs Drive Economic Growth and Cut Trade Deficit
Tariffs collected $236 billion through November, up from $79 billion in 2024; trade deficit fell 29% in September. GDP grew 4.3% in Q3, S&P 500 up 16%, inflation at 2.7%. Deals with EU, Japan, others include investments and 15% tariffs.
Mexico Hits Record $40.9 Billion FDI in First Nine Months
Foreign direct investment rose 14.5% to a record high, exceeding full 2024 total, amid nearshoring despite US tariffs. Mexico became top US goods buyer; economy slowed but Plan MĂ©xico aims for growth. Q3 GDP contracted 0.3%.
US Stock Market Surges 17% in 2025 Despite Headwinds
S&P 500 climbed 17% to records, overcoming tariffs, shutdown, AI bubble fears; Nvidia sales hit $57 billion quarterly record, stock up 40%. Tariffs caused brief $3.1 trillion drop but rebounded.
Key US Data: Jobless Claims and Chicago PMI Today
Initial jobless claims at 16:30 MSK gauge labor market; Chicago PMI at 17:45 MSK assesses manufacturing. Unemployment at 4.6%, up from 4.2%. Thin holiday trading may amplify reactions.
China PMI Data Critical for Global Commodities Today
Services and Composite PMI at 04:30 MSK signal demand momentum; impacts metals, energy, emerging currencies. Weak data could pressure cyclical assets amid holiday thin liquidity.
US Economy Strong: Low Inflation, Rising Exports
Exports up 6.9% YoY, unemployment 4.6%, inflation 2.7% in November; federal job cuts contributed to rise. Tariffs hailed for wealth creation and security.
Nvidia Powers Market Rally with Record Earnings
Nvidia's $57 billion quarterly sales rebuked AI bubble fears, stock up 40% YTD as largest company by market cap. Drove November market rebound. Demonstrates robust AI chip demand.