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Natural Gas Price Today (Dec. 18, 2025): NYMEX Holds Near $4 as LNG Exports Stay Strong; Europe’s TTF Ticks Higher on Colder Outlook

Natural Gas Price Today (Dec. 18, 2025): NYMEX Holds Near $4 as LNG Exports Stay Strong; Europe’s TTF Ticks Higher on Colder Outlook

Natural gas prices are starting Thursday, December 18, 2025, on a firmer footing—helped by robust LNG export demand and a rebound after earlier weather-driven selling—while Europe’s benchmark contracts are nudging higher as traders weigh a colder near-term outlook against still-comfortable supply. In the U.S., the front-month NYMEX contract (January 2026) is trading around $4.09 per MMBtu, up roughly 1.7% on the day in early trading. Barchart.com+1In Europe, the Dutch TTF month-ahead benchmark is near €27.57 per MWh, up on the session as the market reacts to shifting weather and supply signals. Below is a full, news-driven breakdown of what’s moving natural gas today, plus the most-watched forecasts heading into the
18 December 2025
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Gold Price Today (18 December 2025): Spot Gold Holds Near $4,330 Ahead of US CPI; 2026 Forecasts Keep $5,000 in View

Gold Price Today (18 December 2025): Spot Gold Holds Near $4,330 Ahead of US CPI; 2026 Forecasts Keep $5,000 in View

Gold prices are taking a breather on Thursday, 18 December 2025, after a strong late-session push on Wednesday. Spot gold hovered around the mid-$4,300s per ounce in early European trading, as investors balanced dovish Federal Reserve signals against a firmer US dollar and the looming risk of fresh inflation surprises. Reuters+1 The pause comes at a pivotal moment. A delayed US Consumer Price Index (CPI) release for November is due later today, followed by the Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) price index on Friday—a one-two punch that could reset expectations for 2026 rate cuts and, by extension, the near-term trajectory for XAU/USD (gold vs the US dollar). Reuters+2Reuters+2 Gold price today: where spot and futures
18 December 2025
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Caterpillar Stock (CAT) Slides After Dow Rout: Today’s News, Analyst Forecasts, and 2026 Outlook (Dec. 18, 2025)

Caterpillar Stock (CAT) Slides After Dow Rout: Today’s News, Analyst Forecasts, and 2026 Outlook (Dec. 18, 2025)

Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE: CAT) is back in the market spotlight on December 18, 2025 after a sharp pullback that made the industrial bellwether one of the biggest drags on the Dow. The stock closed at $561.89 on Dec. 17, after trading between $557.46 and $591.00 on the day—a sizable swing for a mega-cap industrial name. Yahoo Finance That drop mattered not just for CAT shareholders, but for index-watchers: because the Dow Jones Industrial Average is price-weighted, large dollar moves in higher-priced components can punch above their weight. MarketWatch data shows Caterpillar’s decline was a top contributor to the Dow’s slide
18 December 2025
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Processa Pharmaceuticals (PCSA) Stock: Phase 2 Breast Cancer Update, 1-for-25 Reverse Split, and What Wall Street Is Watching on Dec. 18, 2025

Processa Pharmaceuticals (PCSA) Stock: Phase 2 Breast Cancer Update, 1-for-25 Reverse Split, and What Wall Street Is Watching on Dec. 18, 2025

December 18, 2025 — Processa Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: PCSA) is back on traders’ radar after the company reported fresh clinical observations from its Phase 2 breast cancer program and implemented another reverse stock split to consolidate shares. The result: a whiplash week for the stock, a surge in attention, and a new set of near-term catalysts that now matter more than anything else. Below is a detailed breakdown of the latest PCSA news, forecasts, and analysis circulating as of Dec. 18, 2025—and why the next clinical checkpoint in early 2026 is the real plot twist investors will be waiting for.
18 December 2025
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NVIDIA Stock (NVDA) Today: AI Spending Jitters, New Competition, and Wall Street Forecasts — December 18, 2025

NVIDIA Stock (NVDA) Today: AI Spending Jitters, New Competition, and Wall Street Forecasts — December 18, 2025

December 18, 2025 — NVIDIA Corporation (NASDAQ: NVDA) is waking up to a market mood swing that can be summarized as: AI is still the future… but investors suddenly care about the bill. In early Thursday trading, NVDA was around $170.94, down about 3.7% from the prior close. That follows a rough Wednesday session where Nvidia fell 3.8% as the broader “AI trade” came under pressure and the chip sector slid hard. Reuters So what changed? Not Nvidia’s long-term narrative (it’s still the defining arms dealer of the AI era). What changed is the short-term stress test that markets are
18 December 2025
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European Stock Markets Today: STOXX 600 Holds Near 581 as ECB and Bank of England Decisions Loom (Dec. 18, 2025)

European Stock Markets Today: STOXX 600 Holds Near 581 as ECB and Bank of England Decisions Loom (Dec. 18, 2025)

European stock markets were treading water in Thursday’s session, with investors largely refusing to take big directional bets ahead of a dense calendar that includes the European Central Bank’s final policy decision of the year, a widely anticipated Bank of England rate cut, and fresh U.S. inflation data later today. As of around 5:00 a.m. EST (10:00 UTC), the pan-European STOXX 600 was up about 0.2% at 580.77 (as of 09:32 GMT / 4:32 a.m. EST), reflecting a market that is “waiting for the next catalyst” rather than chasing momentum into year-end. Reuters EU stocks steady as central banks dominate
18 December 2025
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Bitcoin Price Today (Dec. 18, 2025): BTC Trades Near $87K at 5:00 AM ET as U.S. CPI, ETF Flows, and Fed Signals Drive Volatility

Bitcoin Price Today (Dec. 18, 2025): BTC Trades Near $87K at 5:00 AM ET as U.S. CPI, ETF Flows, and Fed Signals Drive Volatility

Bitcoin price today is holding in the upper-$80,000 range after another whipsaw session that briefly stretched toward the psychologically important $90,000 level. As of 5:00 a.m. Eastern Time (ET) on Thursday, Dec. 18, 2025, Bitcoin (BTC) is trading around $87,301, up modestly versus the prior close, after printing an intraday high near $90,187 and an intraday low around $85,355. The early-morning tone reflects a market stuck between two competing narratives: Below is what’s moving the Bitcoin price today—and what traders are watching next. Bitcoin price today at 5:00 AM ET: where BTC stands right now BTC is trading near $87.3K
18 December 2025
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Ethereum Price Today: ETH Holds Near $2,850 as ETF Outflows, Senate Delay, and Scaling Plans Set the Tone (Dec. 18, 2025)

Ethereum Price Today: ETH Holds Near $2,850 as ETF Outflows, Senate Delay, and Scaling Plans Set the Tone (Dec. 18, 2025)

Updated: 5:00 a.m. ET (EST), Thursday, December 18, 2025 Ethereum (ETH) is trading around $2,850 in early U.S. hours, as traders weigh a mix of macro uncertainty, ongoing U.S. spot Ether ETF outflows, and fresh network scaling headlines. As of about 5:08 a.m. ET, ETH was quoted near $2,854, after swinging through a wide overnight range with buyers defending the $2,800 area. Across major market trackers, the overnight picture looks broadly similar: Ethereum has been down roughly 3% over the past 24 hours, with the broader crypto complex leaning soft into a busy data-and-policy day. Investing.com+1 Ethereum price today at
18 December 2025
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XRP Price Today (Dec. 18, 2025): XRP Trades Near $1.87 as Risk-Off Mood Keeps Pressure Below $2

XRP Price Today (Dec. 18, 2025): XRP Trades Near $1.87 as Risk-Off Mood Keeps Pressure Below $2

As of around 5:00 a.m. ET on Thursday, Dec. 18, 2025, XRP was trading near $1.87, extending a choppy pullback that has kept the Ripple-linked token below the $2 psychological level for much of this week. Investing.com+1 XRP’s soft tone comes as traders juggle two competing narratives: macro-driven risk aversion (including renewed attention on Japanese yields and the yen carry trade) versus still-strong institutional product momentum tied to recently launched spot XRP ETFs. FXEmpire+1 XRP price today: the quick snapshot (5:00 a.m. ET) Here are the key numbers market participants are watching early Thursday: On an intraday basis, early-session data
18 December 2025
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Tokyo Stock Market Today (Dec. 18, 2025): Nikkei Slides to 3-Week Low as AI Jitters Hit Tech; BOJ Rate-Hike Watch Weighs on Banks

Tokyo Stock Market Today (Dec. 18, 2025): Nikkei Slides to 3-Week Low as AI Jitters Hit Tech; BOJ Rate-Hike Watch Weighs on Banks

TOKYO — Japan’s stock market finished lower on Thursday, December 18, with the Nikkei 225 pulled down by heavyweight tech names as investors reassessed the near-term profitability of artificial intelligence and data-center spending. As of 5:00 a.m. EST (evening in Tokyo), the market is closed, and the day’s tone is clear: risk appetite cooled, and traders shifted into a more cautious stance ahead of a pivotal Bank of Japan policy decision on Friday. The Economic Times+1 Market close: Nikkei under 50,000, tech does the damage The Nikkei 225 fell 1.03% to 49,001.50, marking its lowest close since November 25 and
18 December 2025
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Singapore Stock Market Today (Dec 18, 2025): STI Slips as Wall Street AI Jitters Weigh; Singtel, REITs and Debt Deals in Focus

Singapore Stock Market Today (Dec 18, 2025): STI Slips as Wall Street AI Jitters Weigh; Singtel, REITs and Debt Deals in Focus

SINGAPORE (Dec 18, 2025) — Singapore shares ended slightly lower on Thursday as global risk appetite softened after a tech-led pullback on Wall Street, where renewed concerns about the cost and funding dynamics of the artificial intelligence boom hit sentiment. The Straits Times Index (STI) finished down a touch, even as select defensive and yield-related names stayed in play amid fresh signals that Singapore’s bond market is increasingly being treated as a “safe-haven” alternative to US assets. The Business Times+2The Straits Times+2 Below is what moved the Singapore stock market today, what investors are watching next, and the key SGX-listed
18 December 2025
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India Stock Market Today: Sensex Ends Near 84,600, Nifty Flat Around 25,816 on Dec 18, 2025 as IT Outperforms; Rupee and Global Cues in Focus

India Stock Market Today: Sensex Ends Near 84,600, Nifty Flat Around 25,816 on Dec 18, 2025 as IT Outperforms; Rupee and Global Cues in Focus

Mumbai | December 18, 2025 (as of 5:00 AM EST / 3:30 PM IST market close): Indian equities wrapped up Thursday’s session largely range-bound and choppy, with benchmark indices finishing close to the flatline after three sessions of declines. IT stocks held up well, while pockets like auto and media dragged, keeping broader sentiment cautious. Reuters+3NSE India+3Yahoo Finance+3 India market close today: Sensex steady, Nifty ends almost unchanged By the closing bell: The tone across the market remained mixed. Mid-to-late session swings were visible, and derivatives-related volatility also featured in market commentary, with expiry-day trade often amplifying intraday moves. Moneycontrol
18 December 2025
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Wall Street Feels the Heat (and Thrill): Fed Cuts, Tariffs & Mega-Mergers Set NYSE Buzz

Stock Market Today 07.02.2026

7 February 2026
LIVEMarkets rolling coverageStarted: February 7, 2026, 12:00 AM ESTUpdated: February 7, 2026, 12:31 AM EST Dollar Dips as Stocks Rally and US Data Influences Fed Rate Expectations February 7, 2026, 12:18 AM EST. The **dollar index** fell 0.17%, pressured by a rebound in equity markets reducing demand for the safe-haven currency. Weaker-than-expected U.S. labor market data raised the odds of a Fed rate cut to 18% for March, though consumer sentiment improved to a six-month high, limiting losses. Hawkish comments from Atlanta Fed's Raphael Bostic emphasized maintaining restrictive monetary policy. The dollar faces medium-term weakness amid expectations for rate cuts
Seagate (STX) stock jumps nearly 6% as Citi hikes target — what to watch next week

Seagate (STX) stock jumps nearly 6% as Citi hikes target — what to watch next week

7 February 2026
Seagate shares rose 5.9% to $429.32 Friday after Citigroup raised its price target to $480 and reiterated a buy rating. The gain ended a two-day slide but left the stock 6.6% below its Feb. 3 high. CEO Dave Mosley sold 20,000 shares on Feb. 2 under a pre-arranged plan, SEC filings show. U.S. jobs and inflation data next week are seen as key tests for tech stocks.
Cummins (CMI) stock price rebounds after earnings whipsaw as investors eye data-center power demand

Cummins (CMI) stock price rebounds after earnings whipsaw as investors eye data-center power demand

7 February 2026
Cummins shares jumped 6.8% to $577.73 Friday, recovering from a nearly 9% post-earnings drop the day before. The company reported Q4 revenue up 1% to $8.54 billion, took a $218 million charge tied to its hydrogen business, and guided for 2026 EBITDA of 17–18% of sales. Demand for data center generators offset weakness in North American truck markets. Analyst reaction was mixed; Truist raised its price target.
Corning stock hits first record close since 2000 as jobs, CPI data loom

Corning stock hits first record close since 2000 as jobs, CPI data loom

7 February 2026
Corning shares surged 8.3% to $122.16 Friday, their highest close since the dot-com era, after Meta agreed to buy up to $6 billion in fiber-optic cables. The stock is up 40% since late 2025, fueled by strong first-quarter guidance and AI data-center demand. Insiders sold shares following the rally, SEC filings show. Investors await next week’s U.S. jobs and inflation data for rate signals.
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