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Factbox-Brokerages see uncertain 2025 on worries over potential Trump tariffs

Major brokerages predict that US policy uncertainties and proposed tariffs will slow global economic growth modestly in 2025, affecting inflation and central bank policies.

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Japan stocks lower at close of trade; Nikkei 225 down 0.13%

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BOJ preview December: markets split between hike and hold

The Bank of Japan's upcoming meeting brings mixed predictions on interest rates amid economic uncertainties, with analysts split on a potential hike or hold in December.

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Dollar supported as bets on 2025 rate cuts evaporate

The article discusses the dollar's stability amid expected U.S. interest rate cuts, euro depreciation, and economic outlooks affecting various currencies, including the yen, sterling, and Canadian dollar.

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Morning Bid: Political jitters ripple ahead of cenbank fest

Asian markets remain subdued due to mixed Chinese data and political uncertainties, alongside expectations for central bank interest rate decisions and fluctuating currencies.

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U.S. stocks mixed at close of trade; Dow Jones Industrial Average down 0.25%

U.S. stocks were mixed, with significant gains in Consumer Goods and Technology sectors, while Telecoms and Oil & Gas sectors declined. Notable performances by Broadcom and Tesla.

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Take Five: The last mile

Central banks are meeting, rate cuts expected from the Fed and BoE, uncertain BOJ decisions, while Germany faces political instability, impacting global markets.

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Japan stocks lower at close of trade; Nikkei 225 down 0.07%

Japan's stock market declined, led by shipbuilding and warehousing sectors. Key stocks like Sumitomo Dainippon Pharma rose, while Yamato Holdings fell significantly.

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Dollar hovers near 3-week high before Fed; bitcoin tops $105,000

The dollar remains strong, Bitcoin hits a record high, and economic pressures influence market expectations ahead of central bank decisions.

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Japan manufacturing PMI shrinks in Dec, services improve

Japanese manufacturing shrank less than expected in December while services sector activity improved, indicating some resilience amidst challenges from overseas demand and production issues.