Finland stocks lower at close of trade; OMX Helsinki 25 down 0.05%

Finland's OMX Helsinki 25 index fell 0.05% led by declines in Healthcare, Oil & Gas, and Industrials, with notable movements in commodity and currency markets.

Turkey stocks higher at close of trade; BIST 100 up 0.33%

Turkey's stocks rose 0.33% led by gains in sports and retail sectors, while gold and oil prices increased, and falling stocks outnumbered advancers on the exchange.

Japan stocks higher at close of trade; Nikkei 225 up 1.39%

Japan's Nikkei 225 rose 1.39%, led by J.Front Retailing and Nissan. Rising stocks outnumbered declines, with J.Front touching a 5-year high amid commodity updates.

Dollar stays resilient, Asia shares wobble

Asia shares eased in thin holiday trade, driven by concerns over the Fed's rate outlook and a strengthened dollar, while global stocks remain poised for annual gains.

Oil prices edge higher on hopes for more China stimulus

Canada stocks higher at close of trade; S&P/TSX Composite up 0.40%

Canada's stock market rose 0.40% with gains in Clean Technology, IT, and Energy sectors, led by ATS Corporation and BlackBerry, while Telus Corp hit a 5-year low.

Italy stocks lower at close of trade; Investing.com Italy 40 down 0.09%

Italy's stock market closed lower, led by declines in Travel & Leisure, Financials, and Oil & Gas sectors. Commodities showed mixed results in trading.

Norway stocks higher at close of trade; Oslo OBX up 0.58%

Norway stocks rose, led by healthcare and utilities sectors. Borr Drilling saw major gains; Nel ASA fell to five-year lows. Oil prices varied while currencies strengthened.

Greece stocks lower at close of trade; Athens General Composite down 0.25%

Greece's stock market fell 0.25% with major losses in banking and telecoms. Premia AE was a highlight, rising 6.68%. Commodities remained steady, while currency rates experienced minimal changes.

Turkey stocks higher at close of trade; BIST 100 up 2.52%

Turkey's stock market rose 2.52%, driven by Banking and Financial sectors, with notable gains from Yapi ve Kredi Bankasi and Akbank, while commodity prices showed mixed results.