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Australia Stock Market Today: ASX 200 Climbs as Miners Rally and RBA Rate-Hike Bets Build – 4 December 2025

Australia Stock Market Today: ASX 200 Climbs as Miners Rally and RBA Rate-Hike Bets Build – 4 December 2025

The S&P/ASX 200 closed Thursday up about 0.3% at 8,618, lifted by strong gains in copper and diversified miners as LME copper futures hit record highs. Capstone Copper surged nearly 8%, while South32 and Rio Tinto rose 3–4%. Lithium and gold stocks lagged, with Liontown Resources down 5.6%. Market volatility fell to a one-month low.
4 December 2025
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Australia Stock Market Today: ASX 200 Climbs as GDP Data, Rate Bets and Bond Yields Collide – 3 December 2025

Australia Stock Market Today: ASX 200 Climbs as GDP Data, Rate Bets and Bond Yields Collide – 3 December 2025

Australia’s S&P/ASX 200 closed up 15.5 points, or 0.18%, at 8,595.2 on Wednesday after September-quarter GDP rose 0.4%, missing forecasts. The index jumped after the data but gave up gains as bond yields and rate expectations weighed. Market breadth was slightly positive, and the VIX fell to a one-month low near 10.9. Private business investment surged 7.6%, while household discretionary spending remained weak.
3 December 2025
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Federal Reserve News on December 1, 2025: QT Ends, December Rate‑Cut Odds Surge, and Bank Supervision Moves to Center Stage

Federal Reserve News on December 1, 2025: QT Ends, December Rate‑Cut Odds Surge, and Bank Supervision Moves to Center Stage

The Federal Reserve ended its balance-sheet tightening on December 1, 2025, halting reductions to its securities portfolio. Markets now price in a nearly 90% chance of a rate cut at the December 9–10 meeting. Internal divisions have surfaced within the FOMC, with up to five members reportedly skeptical of further cuts. Regulators released a new banking system assessment as Vice Chair Bowman described banks as “sound and resilient.”
2 December 2025
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Federal Reserve News Today (Dec. 2, 2025): Rate Cut Odds Near 90% as Fed Ends QT and Faces Growing Dissent

Federal Reserve News Today (Dec. 2, 2025): Rate Cut Odds Near 90% as Fed Ends QT and Faces Growing Dissent

The Federal Reserve ended its quantitative tightening program on December 1, after more than $2.2 trillion in securities runoff. Futures markets now price in an 85–88% chance of a 25-basis-point rate cut at the December 9–10 FOMC meeting. The federal funds rate stands at 3.75%–4.00%. At least five of 12 voting members oppose further cuts, signaling deep divisions.
2 December 2025
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Fed December 2025 Rate Cut Odds Surge as JPMorgan and BofA Flip, but Fed Remains Deeply Divided

Fed December 2025 Rate Cut Odds Surge as JPMorgan and BofA Flip, but Fed Remains Deeply Divided

Traders now see an 80–90% chance the Federal Reserve will cut rates by 25 basis points at its December 9–10 meeting, according to CME FedWatch futures. Major banks including JPMorgan and Bank of America have shifted to expecting a cut. Fed minutes and recent commentary show deep internal divisions, raising the risk of multiple dissents and a muddled policy message.
1 December 2025
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NS&I £1bn Budget Shake-Up: What It Means for Premium Bonds, Interest Rates and UK Savers in 2025

NS&I £1bn Budget Shake-Up: What It Means for Premium Bonds, Interest Rates and UK Savers in 2025

The UK government raised National Savings & Investments’ net financing target for 2025–26 from £12 billion to £13 billion in the Autumn Budget, leaving NS&I over £9 billion short as of September. The Premium Bonds prize fund rate stands at 3.60% after three cuts in 2025, with odds unchanged at 22,000 to 1. No changes have been made to Premium Bonds payouts following the Budget.
1 December 2025
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Polymarket’s Youngest Billionaire vs. a Divided Fed: How Prediction Markets Are Pricing a December 2025 Rate Cut

Polymarket’s Youngest Billionaire vs. a Divided Fed: How Prediction Markets Are Pricing a December 2025 Rate Cut

Polymarket’s “Fed decision in December” market showed 88% odds of a 25-basis-point rate cut as of Nov. 30, 2025, with over $25 million traded. Founder Shayne Coplan, 27, became the world’s youngest self-made billionaire after a $2 billion investment from Intercontinental Exchange. Polymarket recently secured U.S. regulatory approval after a four-year ban. The December FOMC meeting remains deeply divided.
1 December 2025
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World Stock Markets Poised for December 1, 2025 Open as Fed Ends QT and Rate‑Cut Bets Surge

World Stock Markets Poised for December 1, 2025 Open as Fed Ends QT and Rate‑Cut Bets Surge

The U.S. Federal Reserve ends its quantitative tightening program Monday, halting balance-sheet runoff and boosting expectations for a December rate cut. Global equity indices hover near record highs after strong November gains, but U.S. equity funds saw $4.56 billion in outflows last week as some investors moved to de-risk. European stocks posted their longest winning streak since March 2024.
30 November 2025
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Premium Bonds Rate Rise Looms as Budget 2025 Hands NS&I a £1bn Target – What Savers Need to Know Today

Premium Bonds Rate Rise Looms as Budget 2025 Hands NS&I a £1bn Target – What Savers Need to Know Today

The UK Autumn Budget raised NS&I’s 2025–26 net financing target by £1 billion to £13 billion, prompting speculation about higher rates on Premium Bonds and savings products. From April 2027, the cash ISA allowance drops to £12,000 and tax on savings interest rises by 2 points. NS&I’s Premium Bonds prize rate remains 3.60%. Fixed-rate British Savings Bonds now pay up to 4.20% AER.
28 November 2025
Premium Bonds £1bn Boost: How NS&I’s New Budget 2025 Target Could Change Interest Rates for Savers

Premium Bonds £1bn Boost: How NS&I’s New Budget 2025 Target Could Change Interest Rates for Savers

Chancellor Rachel Reeves raised National Savings & Investments’ net financing target for 2025–26 by £1 billion to £13 billion in the Autumn Budget. NS&I has collected £3.9 billion so far this year, leaving over £9 billion to raise. The move has sparked speculation about possible increases in Premium Bonds prize rates or savings interest. NS&I’s total savings stock stands at £243.9 billion.
28 November 2025
US Stock Market Today: Wall Street Extends Rally as Fed Rate‑Cut Bets Surge (Nov. 26, 2025)

US Stock Market Today: Wall Street Extends Rally as Fed Rate‑Cut Bets Surge (Nov. 26, 2025)

U.S. stocks rose for a fourth straight session Wednesday, with the Dow up 0.8% to 47,501, the S&P 500 gaining 0.8% to 6,819, and the Nasdaq climbing 0.9% to 23,224. Traders now see an 80–85% chance of a December Fed rate cut. Tech and AI-linked shares led gains, while Workday, Deere, and HP fell on weak outlooks. Jobless claims dropped to a seven-month low.
26 November 2025
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Canada Stock Market Today (Nov. 26, 2025): TSX Pushes Past 31,000 as Gold Miners and Fed Rate‑Cut Hopes Power Early Trade

Canada Stock Market Today (Nov. 26, 2025): TSX Pushes Past 31,000 as Gold Miners and Fed Rate‑Cut Hopes Power Early Trade

The S&P/TSX Composite Index traded above 31,000 for the first time Wednesday morning, extending a three-day rally of nearly 1,000 points. Early gains were led by gold miners and financials as investors bet on U.S. rate cuts. By 9:31 a.m. ET, the index was up about 0.3% at 30,994. Futures and pre-market trading had signaled the move after softer U.S. economic data.
26 November 2025
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RBNZ Cuts Official Cash Rate to 2.25% and Signals End of Easing Cycle as New Zealand Economy Starts to Recover

RBNZ Cuts Official Cash Rate to 2.25% and Signals End of Easing Cycle as New Zealand Economy Starts to Recover

The Reserve Bank of New Zealand cut its Official Cash Rate by 25 basis points to 2.25% on November 26, the lowest since mid-2022. The Monetary Policy Committee voted 5–1 for the cut, with one member preferring to hold. RBNZ signaled this is likely the last cut for now, as inflation has eased to 3% and the economy remains weak. Governor Christian Hawkesby chaired his final meeting before Anna Breman takes over.
26 November 2025
US Dollar Index Slips Below 100 as Weak US Data Turbocharges December Fed Rate‑Cut Bets (DXY Today: 25 November 2025, After the Bell)

US Dollar Index Slips Below 100 as Weak US Data Turbocharges December Fed Rate‑Cut Bets (DXY Today: 25 November 2025, After the Bell)

The U.S. Dollar Index closed Tuesday near 99.85, down about 0.3% after weaker-than-expected economic data and dovish Fed comments raised bets on a December rate cut. The index traded between 99.65 and 100.26 during the session. The euro rose to around $1.16 and sterling climbed above $1.32 as the dollar weakened. The 10-year Treasury yield slipped to about 4.01%.
25 November 2025
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US Stock Market Today, November 25, 2025: Dow Surges as Fed Rate‑Cut Bets Rise While Nvidia Slumps on Google–Meta AI Chip Shock

US Stock Market Today, November 25, 2025: Dow Surges as Fed Rate‑Cut Bets Rise While Nvidia Slumps on Google–Meta AI Chip Shock

The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose over 1%, adding about 550–570 points in early Tuesday trading, outpacing the S&P 500 and Nasdaq. Nvidia shares fell nearly 4% after reports Meta may shift billions in spending to Google’s AI chips. Odds of a December Fed rate cut climbed into the low-to-mid 80% range after new economic data and dovish Fed comments. Kohl’s and Abercrombie & Fitch surged 30–35% on strong earnings.
25 November 2025
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Mortgage & Refinance Rates Today, November 25, 2025: 30‑Year Fixed Near 2025 Lows as Borrowers Get a New Window

Mortgage & Refinance Rates Today, November 25, 2025: 30‑Year Fixed Near 2025 Lows as Borrowers Get a New Window

Average U.S. 30-year fixed mortgage rates sit just above 6% today, down from 7–8% highs in recent years. National trackers report 30-year purchase rates between 6.1% and 6.4%, with 15-year fixed rates in the mid-5% range. Refinance rates remain higher, averaging 6.3%–6.7% for a 30-year term. Most sources note rates are at or near their lowest point of 2025.
25 November 2025
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  • GameStop Eyes eBay Takeover, Shares Surge on Potential Deal
    May 2, 2026, 3:50 AM EDT. Shares of GameStop and eBay jumped following reports that GameStop is preparing a takeover offer for the larger eBay, with eBay rising about 14% and GameStop roughly 4% in after-hours trading. This move by GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen marks a bold attempt to reshape both companies, positioning GameStop to expand beyond its traditional retail model into e-commerce. eBay's market value is around $46 billion, compared to GameStop's $12 billion, making this a significant and unusual bid in the market. Investors are closely watching the deal's impact on the retail and online marketplaces as well as GameStop's ambitious goal to hit a $100 billion market value.

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LIVEMarkets rolling coverageStarted: May 2, 2026, 12:00 AM EDTUpdated: May 2, 2026, 3:52 AM EDT GameStop Eyes eBay Takeover, Shares Surge on Potential Deal May 2, 2026, 3:50 AM EDT. Shares of **GameStop** and **eBay** jumped following reports that GameStop is preparing a takeover offer for the larger eBay, with eBay rising about 14% and GameStop roughly 4% in after-hours trading. This move by GameStop CEO **Ryan Cohen** marks a bold attempt to reshape both companies, positioning GameStop to expand beyond its traditional retail model into e-commerce. eBay's market value is around $46 billion, compared to GameStop's $12 billion, making
US Stock Market Today After Hours: Nasdaq Tops 25,000 As S&P 500 Hits Record High

US Stock Market Today After Hours: Nasdaq Tops 25,000 As S&P 500 Hits Record High

2 May 2026
Nasdaq 100 futures climbed 0.68% and S&P 500 futures edged up 0.06% in early after-hours trading Friday, while Dow futures slipped 0.48%. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq closed at record highs, driven by first-quarter S&P 500 profit growth of 27.8%, according to LSEG. Oil prices, inflation signals, and upcoming jobs data remain in focus. GameStop shares rose 4% after reports it was preparing an offer for eBay.
McDonald’s Corporation Stock Slides Before Earnings as Its Big Drink Bet Comes Due

McDonald’s Corporation Stock Slides Before Earnings as Its Big Drink Bet Comes Due

2 May 2026
McDonald’s shares fell 2.37% to $286.64 on Friday, underperforming rivals ahead of its May 7 earnings report and a U.S. launch of six new McCafé specialty drinks. The company will begin selling the drinks nationwide on May 6, adding beverage specialist roles at 14,000 restaurants. Investors are watching whether the new drinks and value offers can boost traffic without slowing service or hurting margins.
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