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US CPI Report: Inflation Cools to 2.7% in November as Stock Futures Jump, Jobless Claims Fall, and Fed Rate-Cut Bets Reprice

US CPI Report: Inflation Cools to 2.7% in November as Stock Futures Jump, Jobless Claims Fall, and Fed Rate-Cut Bets Reprice

U.S. inflation slowed to 2.7% in November, but the data followed a government shutdown that disrupted October’s figures, complicating comparisons. Stock futures rose and Treasury yields slipped Thursday after the report and upbeat news from a major AI chipmaker, reversing losses from a tech-led selloff the previous day.
18 December 2025
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U.S. Inflation Report Today: November CPI Arrives After Shutdown, With Tariffs and Fed Policy in Focus

U.S. Inflation Report Today: November CPI Arrives After Shutdown, With Tariffs and Fed Policy in Focus

The November 2025 U.S. Consumer Price Index report, delayed by a 43-day federal shutdown, is missing most month-to-month data due to gaps in October’s figures. Economists expect annual inflation to reach 3.1%, the highest since May 2024, with core inflation at 3.0%. The Bureau of Labor Statistics warns it cannot fully reconstruct lost data. Markets and policymakers will rely on year-over-year comparisons.
18 December 2025
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Dow Jones Today: Dow Futures Edge Higher Ahead of CPI After AI Selloff — Live Market News for Dec. 18, 2025 (5:45 a.m. ET)

Dow Jones Today: Dow Futures Edge Higher Ahead of CPI After AI Selloff — Live Market News for Dec. 18, 2025 (5:45 a.m. ET)

Dow futures rose about 60 points, or 0.13%, before Thursday’s open, with S&P 500 and Nasdaq futures also higher after Wednesday’s AI-driven selloff. The Consumer Price Index for November is due at 8:30 a.m. ET, but the release is unusual due to missing October data from the 2025 federal shutdown. On Wednesday, the Dow fell 228 points, led by declines in technology and AI-linked stocks.
18 December 2025
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Silver Price Today (December 18, 2025): XAG/USD Near Record Highs Around $66 as US CPI and Fed Rate-Cut Bets Drive Volatility

Silver Price Today (December 18, 2025): XAG/USD Near Record Highs Around $66 as US CPI and Fed Rate-Cut Bets Drive Volatility

Spot silver traded near $66.36/oz in early trade Thursday, just below Wednesday’s record high of $66.88/oz, according to Reuters. Prices swung between $65.55 and $66.63 as investors weighed Fed rate-cut expectations and a strong dollar. Silver has gained about 130% year-to-date, outpacing most major assets.
18 December 2025
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Bank of England Set to Cut Interest Rates to 3.75% After UK Inflation Drops to 3.2% — What It Means for Mortgages, Savings and Markets

Bank of England Set to Cut Interest Rates to 3.75% After UK Inflation Drops to 3.2% — What It Means for Mortgages, Savings and Markets

The Bank of England is expected to cut the UK Bank Rate from 4% to 3.75% at noon Thursday, following a sharper-than-forecast drop in inflation and signs of economic slowdown. November’s CPI fell to 3.2%, driven by falling food prices and Black Friday discounts. The Monetary Policy Committee remains divided, with markets pricing in a narrow vote and one more cut likely in early 2026.
18 December 2025
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Australia Economic Calendar Today (18 December 2025): ABS Population & Finance-and-Wealth Data Due at 11:30am as MYEFO Lifts Inflation Outlook

Australia Economic Calendar Today (18 December 2025): ABS Population & Finance-and-Wealth Data Due at 11:30am as MYEFO Lifts Inflation Outlook

Australia’s ABS will release updated population, finance and wealth, and detailed labour force data at 11:30am AEDT Thursday, hours after the MYEFO reset debate on inflation and RBA policy. Markets are watching for signals on migration, household balance sheets, and labour market shifts as speculation grows over a possible rate hike in early 2026. The RBA will also publish its latest foreign exchange and reserve asset figures.
18 December 2025
UK Stock Market Preview for 18 December 2025: BoE Rate Decision, Inflation Surprise, FTSE 100 Movers and Global Cues

UK Stock Market Preview for 18 December 2025: BoE Rate Decision, Inflation Surprise, FTSE 100 Movers and Global Cues

UK inflation fell to 3.2% in November, surprising markets and fueling expectations the Bank of England will cut rates at its decision today. The FTSE 100 rose Wednesday, led by banks and homebuilders, while sterling dropped and gilt yields fell. US stocks slid overnight on renewed tech sector concerns. The Bank of England’s policy announcement is due at noon.
17 December 2025
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Global Stock Markets Today (Dec. 17, 2025, 12:09 GMT): Europe Climbs on UK Inflation Surprise as Investors Brace for CPI and Central Bank Decisions

Global Stock Markets Today (Dec. 17, 2025, 12:09 GMT): Europe Climbs on UK Inflation Surprise as Investors Brace for CPI and Central Bank Decisions

European stocks climbed Wednesday after UK inflation fell to 3.2% in November, fueling expectations of a Bank of England rate cut. The STOXX 600 rose 0.4%, led by banks, energy, and miners. Sterling weakened and gilt yields dropped as traders priced in a 25-basis-point cut. Asian markets saw selective gains amid optimism in AI and chips, while Japan faced bond-market stress.
17 December 2025
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Currency Prices Today (Dec 17, 2025): Dollar Index Near 2½‑Month Lows, Pound Slides on UK Inflation, Yen in Focus Ahead of BoJ

Currency Prices Today (Dec 17, 2025): Dollar Index Near 2½‑Month Lows, Pound Slides on UK Inflation, Yen in Focus Ahead of BoJ

The U.S. dollar index edged up 0.35% to 98.54 on December 17 but stayed near October lows as traders awaited key U.S. inflation data. The British pound dropped 0.7% to 1.3326 after U.K. inflation fell more than expected, fueling bets on a Bank of England rate cut. The yen weakened to 155.51 per dollar ahead of a possible Bank of Japan rate hike Friday.
17 December 2025
Phoenix Group (PHNX) Shares Jump After UBS Upgrade to “Buy” as UK Inflation Cools Ahead of BoE — 17 December 2025

Phoenix Group (PHNX) Shares Jump After UBS Upgrade to “Buy” as UK Inflation Cools Ahead of BoE — 17 December 2025

Phoenix Group Holdings shares jumped on 17 Dec 2025 after UBS upgraded the stock to “buy” and raised its price target to 770p. The shares opened at 700p, hit a high of 722.5p, and closed at 721p on volume of about 3.61 million. The stock led FTSE 100 gainers early in the session. No new regulatory announcements were issued by the company.
17 December 2025
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UK Inflation Drops to 3.2% in November as Food Prices Cool — Bank of England Rate Cut Looms

UK Inflation Drops to 3.2% in November as Food Prices Cool — Bank of England Rate Cut Looms

UK inflation dropped to 3.2% in November from 3.6% in October, driven by cheaper food, tobacco, and clothing discounts, according to the Office for National Statistics. Markets now expect the Bank of England to cut interest rates at its 18 December meeting. CPI fell 0.2% on the month, while food inflation eased to 4.2% year-on-year.
17 December 2025
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UK Stock Market Today (17 December 2025): FTSE 100 Set to Jump as UK Inflation Drops to 3.2% Ahead of Bank of England Rate Decision

UK Stock Market Today (17 December 2025): FTSE 100 Set to Jump as UK Inflation Drops to 3.2% Ahead of Bank of England Rate Decision

UK inflation fell more than expected in November, with headline CPI at 3.2% year-on-year. The FTSE 100 is set to open 0.7% higher, while sterling weakened to around $1.33. Markets now price in a better-than-90% chance the Bank of England will cut rates from 4.00% to 3.75% at Thursday’s meeting.
17 December 2025
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S&P 500 Today (Dec. 15, 2025): Index Holds Near 6,800s as Payrolls, Inflation and AI Anxiety Set the Tone

S&P 500 Today (Dec. 15, 2025): Index Holds Near 6,800s as Payrolls, Inflation and AI Anxiety Set the Tone

The S&P 500 edged up 0.13% to 6,836.37 by late morning Monday, after early gains faded. Trading stayed rangebound as investors weighed hopes for lower rates in 2026 against concerns over tech valuations and awaited delayed U.S. economic data. Consumer discretionary stocks led early, with Tesla up 4.5%. AI-linked shares showed mixed performance, with Nvidia higher but Oracle and Broadcom falling.
15 December 2025
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TSX Week Ahead: Toronto Stock Exchange Outlook for Dec. 15–19, 2025 After Record Highs, BoC Hold and CPI in Focus

TSX Week Ahead: Toronto Stock Exchange Outlook for Dec. 15–19, 2025 After Record Highs, BoC Hold and CPI in Focus

The S&P/TSX Composite closed Friday at 31,527.39, down 0.4% as tech stocks fell, but remained up 0.7% for the week after a string of record highs. Investors now await Canada’s November CPI data on Monday, which could influence Bank of Canada policy and key TSX sectors. The index is up over 25% in 2025, on track for its best year since 2009.
14 December 2025
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India Stock Market Week Ahead: Nifty, Sensex Outlook for Dec 15–19, 2025 as Rupee Hits Record Lows, Trade Talks and WPI Inflation Take Center Stage

India Stock Market Week Ahead: Nifty, Sensex Outlook for Dec 15–19, 2025 as Rupee Hits Record Lows, Trade Talks and WPI Inflation Take Center Stage

The Nifty 50 closed at 26,046.95, down 0.53% for the week ending December 12, while the Sensex finished at 85,267.66, off about 0.5%. Markets swung between profit-booking and a late rebound after the U.S. Fed rate cut. The rupee hit a record low of 90.07 per dollar. Investors now watch WPI inflation, trade data, and IPO activity for the week ahead.
14 December 2025
US Economy News Today: Fed Rate Cut Looms as Inflation Sticks Near 3%, Layoffs Surge and Housing Begins a “Great Reset”

US Economy News Today: Fed Rate Cut Looms as Inflation Sticks Near 3%, Layoffs Surge and Housing Begins a “Great Reset”

The Federal Reserve is expected to cut interest rates by a quarter point at its December 9–10 meeting, marking a third consecutive reduction despite inflation holding near 3%. Layoffs have reached their highest level since the pandemic, and the national debt has surpassed $38 trillion. Policymakers face data gaps after a 43-day government shutdown delayed key economic reports. Markets assign an 80–90% chance of a rate cut this week.
9 December 2025
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  • SpaceX Employees Poised for Gains Despite IPO Concerns, Says President
    June 12, 2026, 11:27 AM EDT. SpaceX employees have accumulated stock at values well below the $135 IPO price, positioning many for significant financial benefits. Despite these gains, SpaceX President Gwynne Shotwell downplayed concerns that employees might leave the company following its public listing. The IPO offers staff an opportunity to capitalize on their stakes, but Shotwell suggests stability remains within the workforce post-IPO. The company's public debut marks a major milestone, yet internal confidence appears strong amid potential shifts in employee retention after listing.

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