Khadija Saeed

A dedicated markets reporter, she covers stocks, macroeconomics, and major business developments with a sharp eye for detail and accuracy.

XRP Price Today at 9:37 AM ET (Dec 19, 2025): XRP Near $1.87 as CPI Whipsaw, BoJ Hike and ETF Inflows Shape the OutlookXRPXRP Price Today at 9:37 AM ET (Dec 19, 2025): XRP Near $1.87 as CPI Whipsaw, BoJ Hike and ETF Inflows Shape the Outlook

XRP Price Today at 9:37 AM ET (Dec 19, 2025): XRP Near $1.87 as CPI Whipsaw, BoJ Hike and ETF Inflows Shape the OutlookXRPXRP Price Today at 9:37 AM ET (Dec 19, 2025): XRP Near $1.87 as CPI Whipsaw, BoJ Hike and ETF Inflows Shape the Outlook

At around 9:37 a.m. ET (UTC‑05:00) on Friday, December 19, 2025, XRP was trading near $1.87, after a volatile session that saw the token dip toward $1.77 and rebound as buyers defended the $1.80 area. In the latest intraday range, XRP has traded between roughly $1.77 and $1.93, underscoring how sensitive the market remains to macro headlines and liquidity conditions into year‑end. CoinMarketCap On major price trackers, XRP is down about 2% over the past 24 hours, with 24‑hour trading volume around $4.4 billion and a market cap near $113 billion, keeping it among the largest cryptocurrencies by value. CoinMarketCap
Bitcoin Price Today (Dec. 19, 2025) at 09:35 UTC: BTC Holds Near $88,000 as CPI Whipsaw, BoJ Rate Hike, and Options Expiry Shape the Next Move

Bitcoin Price Today (Dec. 19, 2025) at 09:35 UTC: BTC Holds Near $88,000 as CPI Whipsaw, BoJ Rate Hike, and Options Expiry Shape the Next Move

Bitcoin (BTC) traded around $88,000 at 09:35 UTC on Friday, December 19, 2025, with the BTC/USDT 1‑minute candle opening near $88,002 and printing a high around $88,063 during that minute. api.binance.com+1 That snapshot captures the mood of today’s market: BTC is stabilizing, but volatility remains elevated, driven by a mix of macro headlines (inflation and central banks), thin year-end liquidity, and a derivatives calendar that can “pin” price around major strikes. Bitcoin price today: where BTC is trading and how wide the range is By the time U.S. and global markets moved deeper into the Friday session, bitcoin was still
Silver Price Today at 9:34 (Dec 19, 2025): XAG/USD Near $66 as Softer US Inflation Keeps Fed Cut Bets Alive

Silver Price Today at 9:34 (Dec 19, 2025): XAG/USD Near $66 as Softer US Inflation Keeps Fed Cut Bets Alive

Silver prices are holding close to record territory on Friday, December 19, 2025, as traders balance a cooler U.S. inflation print (supportive for rate-cut expectations) against a firmer dollar and year-end positioning. At around 09:34 GMT (FXStreet’s latest update just ahead of that at 09:32 GMT), spot silver (XAG/USD) traded at $65.76 per troy ounce, up about 0.5% from Thursday’s close. FXStreet Silver price today: the latest levels investors are watching Silver’s price action on Dec. 19 has been tight but elevated, with multiple market feeds showing it hovering in the mid-$65s to around $66: Despite minor fluctuations across venues
Gold Price Today at 9:34 AM ET (19.12.2025): Spot Gold Holds Near $4,326 as Dollar Firms; 2026 Forecasts Eye $4,900–$5,000

Gold Price Today at 9:34 AM ET (19.12.2025): Spot Gold Holds Near $4,326 as Dollar Firms; 2026 Forecasts Eye $4,900–$5,000

Gold prices were steady-to-slightly softer on Friday morning as markets digested a cooler U.S. inflation print, a firmer dollar, and thin year-end liquidity. Around the 9:30–9:34 a.m. New York time window, spot gold was hovering near $4,326 per ounce, keeping the metal close to record territory after a powerful 2025 rally. 150Currency.com What’s notable for investors into the holidays: rate-cut expectations are still supporting bullion, but the U.S. dollar’s bounce is limiting upside — creating a “two forces, one price” stalemate that has defined several late-December sessions. Gold price today (9:34): the key levels traders are watching Spot gold (XAU/USD):
Global Stock Markets Today at 09:33 GMT on December 19, 2025: BOJ Rate Hike Lifts Asia, Europe Steady, Wall Street Futures Mixed

Global Stock Markets Today at 09:33 GMT on December 19, 2025: BOJ Rate Hike Lifts Asia, Europe Steady, Wall Street Futures Mixed

As of 09:33 GMT on Friday, December 19, 2025, global stock markets were leaning cautiously positive into the final full trading week of the year, with Asia closing higher, Europe treading water, and U.S. futures mixed as investors weighed three competing forces: a Bank of Japan rate hike, cooler-than-expected U.S. inflation data that may (or may not) be “real” after the U.S. shutdown, and persistent jitters about whether the AI spending boom can deliver profits fast enough to justify the sector’s valuations. Reuters+3Reuters+3Reuters+3 Asia stocks climb after Bank of Japan hike, but the yen slides Asian equities advanced after the
US Stock Market Today (Dec. 19, 2025): Dow, S&P 500 and Nasdaq Rise at 9:32 a.m. ET as Tech Rebounds; Nike Slides, “Triple Witching” Looms

US Stock Market Today (Dec. 19, 2025): Dow, S&P 500 and Nasdaq Rise at 9:32 a.m. ET as Tech Rebounds; Nike Slides, “Triple Witching” Looms

NEW YORK — U.S. stocks opened higher early Friday as technology shares extended a rebound from this week’s selloff, while Nike’s sharp drop capped gains for the Dow. At 9:32 a.m. ET, the Dow Jones Industrial Average was up 87.38 points (0.21%) at 48,051.77, the S&P 500 rose 20.66 points (0.33%) to 6,795.42, and the Nasdaq Composite gained 105.27 points (0.51%) to 23,111.63, according to Reuters. Reuters The opening moves set up a busy day for traders: Friday is also a December “triple witching” session (a major derivatives-expiration event) that can drive outsized trading volume and fast sector rotations into
Dow Jones Today (Dec. 19, 2025): DJIA Rises at 9:31 a.m. ET as Tech Rebound Offsets Nike Slide and “Triple Witching” Looms

Dow Jones Today (Dec. 19, 2025): DJIA Rises at 9:31 a.m. ET as Tech Rebound Offsets Nike Slide and “Triple Witching” Looms

The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) traded higher in early Friday action, with investors balancing a rebound in technology shares against a sharp drop in Nike and the potential for options-related market noise on a major “triple witching” expiration day. At around 9:31 a.m. ET, the Dow was up 87.38 points (0.21%) at 48,051.77. The S&P 500 rose 0.33% to 6,795.42, while the Nasdaq Composite added 0.51% to 23,111.63. Reuters Dow Jones at 9:31 a.m. ET: A firm open after a choppy week Friday’s early advance followed a session in which markets had already found some relief. The Dow closed
NSE Adds Swiggy, Waaree Energies, Premier Energies and Bajaj Holdings to F&O From December 31: What Investors Need to Know

NSE Adds Swiggy, Waaree Energies, Premier Energies and Bajaj Holdings to F&O From December 31: What Investors Need to Know

India’s derivatives landscape is set for another reshuffle at year-end. On Thursday, December 18, the National Stock Exchange (NSE) said four companies—Swiggy, Waaree Energies, Premier Energies and Bajaj Holdings & Investment—will be admitted to the Futures & Options (F&O) segment from December 31, 2025, expanding the tradable universe for stock futures and stock options right as the new series goes live. Moneycontrol+2The Economic Times+2 The move matters for both traders and long-term investors: entry into the F&O segment typically brings sharper price discovery and more hedging tools, but also tends to amplify near-term activity and volatility as leveraged positions become
Ola Electric Shares Hit Record Low After Bhavish Aggarwal Stake Sale; ₹260-Crore Loan Repaid, Pledge Overhang Ends

Ola Electric Shares Hit Record Low After Bhavish Aggarwal Stake Sale; ₹260-Crore Loan Repaid, Pledge Overhang Ends

Bengaluru/Mumbai, December 18, 2025: Ola Electric Mobility’s stock slid to fresh record lows on Thursday as investors digested a rapid series of promoter share sales—moves the company says were designed to eliminate pledged shares and repay a ₹260-crore promoter-level loan, not signal any change in control. The Indian Express+2Business Standard+2 The market reaction, however, underlined how sensitive “new-age” counters remain to promoter activity—especially when the share price is already under pressure. Ola Electric’s stock hovered near the ₹31 zone and hit an intraday low reported around ₹30.76, extending a steep downtrend that has eroded a large chunk of investor wealth
Tata Motors CV Shares Surge on JPMorgan “Overweight” and BofA “Buy” Calls: Why the Stock Is Rallying and What Analysts Expect Next

Tata Motors CV Shares Surge on JPMorgan “Overweight” and BofA “Buy” Calls: Why the Stock Is Rallying and What Analysts Expect Next

Tata Motors’ newly demerged commercial vehicles (CV) business extended its post-listing rally on Thursday, December 18, 2025, after two global brokerages — JPMorgan and Bank of America (BofA) Securities — initiated coverage with bullish ratings and the same street-high target price. The stock moved to fresh highs in intraday trade as investors priced in a potential upcycle in India’s truck market, a stabilising outlook in Europe, and a renewed focus on margins and cash generation. Reuters+3Moneycontrol+3Investing.com+3 What happened on December 18: Tata Motors CV pops to new post-demerger highs Shares of Tata Motors’ CV entity jumped sharply on December 18,
Analog Devices Stock (ADI) After Hours: Shares Slip After a Strong Close on Dec. 18, 2025 — What to Know Before Friday’s Market Open

Analog Devices Stock (ADI) After Hours: Shares Slip After a Strong Close on Dec. 18, 2025 — What to Know Before Friday’s Market Open

Analog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADI) finished Thursday, December 18, 2025, with a solid regular-session gain—then gave some of it back after the bell as traders digested late headlines and positioning into Friday’s session. ADI after-hours snapshot (Thursday, Dec. 18, 2025) That “up in the day, softer after hours” pattern is common when a stock is near recent highs and the market is heading into a catalyst-heavy Friday. Why Analog Devices stock moved after the bell There wasn’t an earnings release Thursday evening, but there was a cluster of insider-trading disclosures filed on Dec. 18 that hit the tape around/after the
CrowdStrike (CRWD) Stock After Hours: Today’s Headlines, Analyst Forecasts, and What to Watch Before the Dec. 19, 2025 Market Open

CrowdStrike (CRWD) Stock After Hours: Today’s Headlines, Analyst Forecasts, and What to Watch Before the Dec. 19, 2025 Market Open

CrowdStrike Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: CRWD) is heading into Friday’s session with a modest post-close dip after a solid Thursday rebound, while investors digest a fresh wave of partnership news and analyst updates that could shape sentiment into year-end. CrowdStrike stock: how CRWD traded into the close and after the bell CRWD finished Thursday, Dec. 18, 2025, up 1.54% at $477.26, outperforming a broadly positive session for U.S. equities (S&P 500 +0.79%, Dow +0.14%). Trading volume was about 1.8 million shares, below its 50-day average, and the stock remains roughly 15.8% below its 52-week high of $566.90 set on Nov. 12.

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Nebius (NBIS) stock jumps 16% into weekend as AI trade whipsaws; earnings next week in focus

Nebius (NBIS) stock jumps 16% into weekend as AI trade whipsaws; earnings next week in focus

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Nebius shares jumped 16.6% to $86.10 on Friday, rebounding from a 10.3% drop Thursday. The company will report fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 results before the market opens on Feb. 12. U.S. jobs and inflation data are due next week after a delay from a government shutdown. Recent swings in Nebius stock followed volatility in AI-linked tech names after Alphabet’s spending update.
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