The Chinese Yuan (CNY) continued its steady appreciation, supported by a weaker US Dollar (USD), with USD/CNY falling to 7.0471. Banking sector foreign currency reserves rose further, reflecting efforts to moderate the pace of CNY gains while maintaining a high trade surplus.

Eurozone ZEW Survey - Economic Sentiment jumps sharply to 33.7 in December. The sentiment indicator was expected to increase slightly to 26.3 from 25.0 in November.

Key PointsBitcoin is down 9% for the year, but other top cryptocurrencies are up in 2025.Several top performers this year include Tron, Bitcoin Cash, Tether Gold, Hyperliquid, and

Brent broke below $60 and sent a shock across the oil market, dropping to $59.96 after a steady grind lower through 2025.WTI followed the move and sat near $55.

Italy Trade Balance EU dipped from previous €-0.042B to €-1.31B in October

USD/CNH nears 7.00, despite disappointing Chinese activity data.

Eurozone ZEW Survey – Economic Sentiment above expectations (26.3) in December: Actual (33.7)

Key PointsA partnership with Nvidia has investors taking a closer look at Nokia.It is too early for the financials to materially reflect the effects of agreement, but signs of opti

Eurozone Trade Balance s.a. dipped from previous €18.7B to €14B in October

Italy Global Trade Balance above forecasts (€3.22B) in October: Actual (€4.156B)

Crypto analyst Dark Defender has been one of the most vocal supporters of XRP, and this stance has not changed despite the altcoin’s current price action. If anything, the analyst believes that the

Eurozone Trade Balance n.s.a. dipped from previous €19.4B to €18.4B in October

Germany ZEW Survey – Current Situation came in at -81, below expectations (-80) in December

Germany ZEW Survey – Economic Sentiment above forecasts (38.5) in December: Actual (45.8)

Bitcoin (BTC) continues its price correction, trading below $86,000 at the time of writing on Tuesday, marking its fifth consecutive day of decline. Mixed sentiment is seen among institutional investors, as Spot Bitcoin Exchange Traded Funds record outflows while Strategy adds BTC to its reserves.

Key PointsSocial Security benefits get a 2.8% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) in 2026, a historic increase because it brings the five-year average to its highest level in 40 years

Food prices in New Zealand fell by 0.4% in November compared with the previous month. However, they are still 4.4% higher than a year ago and therefore continue to pose a problem for the central bank.

Counterpoint Research said a global DRAM crunch caused by nonstop AI demand will raise smartphone prices in 2026 and cut shipments.

The highlight of today's session will be the 1430CET release of the delayed NFP jobs report. We will receive job hiring updates for both October and November, ING's FX analyst Chris Turner notes.

Super Micro Computer (NASDAQ: SMCI) is facing margin pressure and volatility, but new AI factory clusters, federal sector expansion, and stronger revenue guidance point toward a po

Nasdaq is sending its filing to the U.S. SEC on Monday to start nonstop stock trading for five days each week.

The flash estimates for the Japanese purchasing managers' indices were somewhat weaker this morning than in the previous month. However, at 51.5, the composite PMI remained in expansionary territory.

Key PointsThe diversified nature of the S&P 500 index has fueled a compound annual return of 10.5% for investors since 1957. The index offers exposure to the companies driving the

Key PointsDigital Realty Trust generates high cash flow and is positioning itself for the long-term AI data center boom.Welltower is a leading owner of senior housing properties th

United Kingdom’s (UK) preliminary S&P Global Composite Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) comes in higher at 52.1 compared to expectations of 51.4 and the November's reading of 51.2. The Services and the Manufacturing PMI jumps to 52.1 and 51.2, respectively.

Stock market investors are concerned that the large hyperscalers are overspending on artificial intelligence.*Stock prices used were the afternoon prices of Dec. 11, 2025. The vide

Silver prices (XAG/USD) fell on Tuesday, according to FXStreet data. Silver trades at $63.15 per troy ounce, down 1.41% from the $64.06 it cost on Monday.