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Economic Forecasts 18 October 2025 - 8 December 2025

Bank of Canada Expected to Hold Interest Rate at 2.25% on December 10 as Fed Prepares to Cut

Bank of Canada Expected to Hold Interest Rate at 2.25% on December 10 as Fed Prepares to Cut

The Bank of Canada is expected to hold its key interest rate at 2.25% on December 10, according to a Reuters poll of 33 economists. The U.S. Federal Reserve is widely forecast to cut its rate by 25 basis points the same day. The Bank of Canada will announce its decision at 9:45 a.m. ET, followed by a press conference at 10:30 a.m. The Canadian rate has fallen from 3.25% at the start of 2025.
8 December 2025
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Gold Price Outlook 2025–2026: Gold Holds Above $4,200 as Fed Rate Cut Bets Surge (5–7 December 2025 Update)

Gold Price Outlook 2025–2026: Gold Holds Above $4,200 as Fed Rate Cut Bets Surge (5–7 December 2025 Update)

Gold traded around $4,200 per ounce from December 5–7, 2025, holding near record highs as traders anticipated a possible U.S. Federal Reserve rate cut at the December 9–10 FOMC meeting. U.S. gold futures settled at $4,243 per ounce on Friday. Silver hit a record intraday high near $60 per ounce, doubling year-to-date. CME FedWatch put the odds of a Fed rate cut at about 87%.
7 December 2025
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Wells Fargo (WFC) Stock Near Record Highs: Netflix Mega‑Loan, Asset Cap Exit and 2026 Forecasts Explained

Wells Fargo (WFC) Stock Near Record Highs: Netflix Mega‑Loan, Asset Cap Exit and 2026 Forecasts Explained

Wells Fargo shares closed near a record high of $90.21 on December 4, 2025, up roughly 25% year-to-date and outperforming peers. The Federal Reserve lifted its asset cap on June 3, citing improved risk controls. Quarterly earnings have topped forecasts, and dividends and buybacks increased. Wells Fargo recently led financing for Netflix’s bid for Warner Bros. Discovery.
7 December 2025
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S&P 500 Near Record High on December 5, 2025 as Fed Rate Cut Bets Rise – Latest News, Forecasts and Analysis

S&P 500 Near Record High on December 5, 2025 as Fed Rate Cut Bets Rise – Latest News, Forecasts and Analysis

The S&P 500 closed at 6,870.40 on Friday, up 0.2% and less than 1% below its record, as traders raised bets on a Federal Reserve rate cut next week. Delayed inflation data showed the PCE price index rose 0.3% in September, matching forecasts. The Dow gained 0.22% and the Nasdaq rose 0.31%. For the year, the S&P 500 is up 16.8%.
6 December 2025
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Gold Prices Smash All-Time Highs – Is Now the Moment to Buy or Bail?

Gold Price Forecast 2025: Will the Rally Continue to New Record Highs?

Gold is trading near $4,000 per ounce after hitting a record $4,378 in late October, up about 50% year-to-date. HSBC forecasts gold at $4,600 by end-2025, while ANZ sees $4,400; some analysts warn of a pullback to $3,000 if the economy strengthens. The rally is fueled by inflation, rate cut expectations, global conflicts, and a weaker dollar. Technical support sits near $3,900, with resistance at the recent peak.
4 November 2025
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Platinum Prices Explode in 2025 – Latest Surge, Expert Insights & Forecasts

Platinum Prices Explode in 2025 – Latest Surge, Expert Insights & Forecasts

Platinum jumped to $1,621.60/oz on Oct 31, 2025, up about 80% for the year, outpacing gold, silver, and palladium. The metal broke above $1,600/oz in mid-October and continued rising on strong industrial and jewelry demand, tight supply, and safe-haven flows. Gold ended October near $4,011/oz, up 51% year-to-date. Silver reached $49.10/oz, up 60%.
31 October 2025
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Oil Prices Poised to Plunge in 2026 as Permian Boom Kicks In

Oil Prices Poised to Plunge in 2026 as Permian Boom Kicks In

Chevron CEO Mike Wirth and other oil executives warn U.S. crude output will hit a record 13.5 million barrels per day in 2025, likely triggering a price trough in 2026. The Permian Basin now supplies 40% of U.S. oil and is set to dominate future growth. The IEA projects a global surplus of up to 4 million barrels per day in 2026. Energy stocks have climbed, but analysts warn gains may reverse as oversupply builds.
28 October 2025
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Stock Market Today

  • London Stock Exchange Offers Strong 2026 Forecast and Attractive Shareholder Yield
    March 21, 2026, 1:20 AM EDT. The London Stock Exchange Group (LSE) has issued solid guidance for 2026, underpinned by a robust business model. Analysts highlight the company's shareholder yield, which exceeds 8%, making LSE shares appealing for income-focused investors. The strong 2026 outlook reflects expectations of steady revenue growth and disciplined cost management. Additionally, LSE's diversified revenue streams from trading, clearing, and data services provide stability amid market volatility. Despite market uncertainties, the solid guidance coupled with an attractive yield supports analyst buy ratings. Investors are advised to consider LSE's long-term fundamentals and current valuation when assessing potential allocations to the stock. The analysis is based on an optimistic yet cautious view of LSE's financial prospects and capital return strategy.
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