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Silver prices continue soaring as debt fears and geopolitical tensions send precious metals to fresh record highs

So far this year, silver has spiked 169%, platinum has shot up 172%, and palladium has soared 124%.

Fortune

Dollar Index Shows Weekly Decline as Fundamentals Remain Weak

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Friday ended the day little changed, but fell about -0.6% on the week. The dollar traded on a weak note despite Tuesday's stronger-than-expected US GDP report of +4.3% and the reduced odds for Fed easing. The markets initially reduced the odds for a -25...

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Average mortgage rate drops below 6.2% for first time since October 2024

‘Declining rates offer a timely and welcome gift for aspiring homebuyers,’ one expert said

The Independent UK

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Dollar Index Sees Continued Downward Pressure

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is down -0.09%, extending this week’s sell-off to about -0.7%. The dollar continues to trade on a weak note despite Tuesday's stronger-than-expected US GDP report of +4.3% and the reduced odds for Fed easing. The markets initially reduced the odds for a -25 bp...

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Are You Ready for the Hidden Costs When the Fed Finally Cuts Rates?

The moment everyone has been waiting for always sounds like a victory bell. Headlines will flash, markets will cheer, and commentators will declare that relief has finally arrived. Rate cuts feel like a financial holiday, a signal that borrowing gets cheaper and wallets can breathe again.

Everybody Loves Your Money

The Fed may have reassured Powell that it's safe to leave the board early when a new chair takes over. 'I think he's done with this job'

Given Powell's commitment to Fed independence, there were doubts that he would leave the board when his replacement as chair comes in.

Fortune

Dollar Index Ends Little Changed, But Bearish Sentiment Continues

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Wednesday fell to a new 2.75-month low but then recovered and ended the day little changed. The dollar continues to trade on a weak note despite Tuesday's stronger-than-expected US GDP report of +4.3% and the reduced odds for Fed easing. The markets have reduced...

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The Santa Claus Rally Officially Begins: Stock Market Today

The Santa Claus Rally is officially on as of Wednesday's closing bell, and initial returns are positive.

Kiplinger

Gold Prices Soar Past $4,400: Humphrey Yang Explains Why and How To Protect Your Portfolio

Gold prices surged 50% in 2025, topping $4,400/oz. Inflation, dollar weakness, central bank buying and global uncertainty can fuel demand.

GOBankingRates

Dollar Index Posts 2.75-Month Low But Then Recovers

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today posted a new 2.75-month low but then recovered and is little changed. The dollar continues to trade on a weak note despite Tuesday's stronger-than-expected US GDP report of +4.3% and the reduced odds for Fed easing. The markets on Tuesday reduced the odds for...

Barchart

The Bull vs. Bear Case for Silver and Gold

I’m still bullish in the longer term on gold and silver based on the technicals that remain in place.

Barchart

‘Precarious’ is Wall Street’s defining word for 2026

Labor market softness, recession fears, AI bubbles, and Fed questions are all top of mind as Wall Street heads into 2026.

Fortune

Stocks See Support from Economic Confidence After Strong US GDP Report

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is up +0.23%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up +0.12%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up +0.18%. March E-mini S&P futures (ESH26 ) are up +0.24%, and March E-mini Nasdaq futures...

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Dollar Falls Despite Strong US GDP Report

The dollar index (DXY00 ) is down -0.22%, as bearish underlying dollar sentiment outweighed today's stronger-than-expected US GDP report and the reduced odds for Fed easing. The markets today reduced the odds for a -25 bp rate cut to 13% from 20% at the next FOMC meeting on January 27-28....

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Stocks Little Changed as Fed Rate-Cut Odds Drop after Strong US GDP Report

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is up +0.06%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is down -0.07%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up +0.03%. March E-mini S&P futures (ESH26 ) are down up +0.13%, and March E-mini Nasdaq...

Euronews

Year of the metals: Venezuela tensions send gold and silver soaring

Precious metals have been among the strongest performers this year, supported by geopolitical risk, expectations of looser monetary policy and global economic stability.

The Guardian - US

US economy grew strongly in third quarter, GDP report says

GDP rose at an annualized rate of 4.3% over the third quarter, far higher than expected

The Independent UK

Rental scams have cost consumers $65M since 2020

‘If the advertised rent is a lot cheaper than most rents in the area, it could be a sign of a scam,’ the Federal Trade Commission warned

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The Independent UK

US economy grew 4.3% in third quarter but inflation remains high

Tuesday’s report is the first of three estimates the government will make of GDP growth for the third quarter of the year

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S&P Futures Muted With U.S. GDP Data in Focus

March S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESH26) are trending down -0.04% this morning, steadying after a three-day rally as investors await a trio of reports delayed by the government shutdown, with a particular focus on the initial estimate of third-quarter GDP.

The Independent UK

US stocks rose again in 2025 after overcoming turbulence from tariffs and Trump's fight with the Fed

This was a scary good year for investors

The Independent UK

Asian shares climb after US stocks rise at the start of a holiday-shortened week

Asian shares are mostly higher after benchmarks on Wall Street rose at the start of what’s expected to be a relatively calm holiday week

Barchart

Stock Indexes Close Higher on Strength in Tech Stocks

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) on Monday closed up +0.64%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed up +0.47%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed up +0.46%. March E-mini S&P futures (ESH26 ) rose +0.63%, and March E-mini Nasdaq futures...

Kiplinger

Stocks Rise to the Spirit of the Season: Stock Market Today

Investors, traders and speculators are beginning to like the looks of a potential year-end rally.

Barchart

Dollar Falls on Interest Rate Differential Outlook

The dollar index (DXY00 ) is down -0.30%, falling back from last Friday's 1-week high. The dollar continues to see underlying weakness as the FOMC is expected to cut interest rates by about -50 bp in 2026, while the BOJ is expected to raise rates by another +25 bp in...

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