S&P 500 and Nasdaq rise on expectations of Fed rate cut Yesterday, stock indices closed higher. The S&P 500 rose by 0.30%, while the Nasdaq 100 added 0.17%. The Dow Jones Industrial Average strengthened by 0.86%. On Thursday, Japanese assets were in focus in the Asian markets. The country’s indices led after data from the
Month: December 2025
Blockchain technology has transformed our conventional notions about digital trust, security and transparency. It started off as the technology that powers cryptocurrencies and has since turned into a driving force behind innovative solutions. The growing frequency of discussions on blockchain security risks and reward is a proof of the fact that more users want to
The major US indices are higher (Dow up 140 points, S&P up 20 points, and NASDAQ index up 62 points), yields are lower with the two-year down -2.6 basis points and the 10 year down -2.7 basis points, and the US dollar is lower. In this kickstart video for the North American session, I take
Key Points Federal Reserve Rate Decision (December 10): The Federal Reserve rate decision is being closely assessed, with the consensus, including analysts at UOB, now anticipating a 25 basis point (bp) rate cut. Bank of England Rate Decision (December 18): Following the Budget announcement, the probability of a BoE rate cut has increased. Markets are