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Asia wary of Fed rate future, China data disappoints

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U.S. stocks mixed at close of trade; Dow Jones Industrial Average down 0.20%

U.S. stocks showed mixed results, with notable gains and losses across various sectors. Broadcom led S&P gains while Momentus surged dramatically on NASDAQ.

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S&P 500 at 4200, Bitcoin at $45,000 if US enters recession in 2025: BCA

BCA Research's report outlines the market effects of a 2025 US recession, highlighting declines in equities, Bitcoin volatility, bond market changes, and gold's resilience.

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Take Five: The last mile

Traders anticipate significant central bank meetings, including the Fed's continued rate cuts, Japan's policy pause, and Germany's government vote, amidst global economic slowdowns.

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Japan stocks lower at close of trade; Nikkei 225 down 1.02%

Japan's stocks dropped, led by losses in shipbuilding and finance. Oji Holdings and Bandai Namco performed well, while Omron and IHI faced declines.

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Japan Nov inflation likely accelerated, exports up on weak yen: Reuters poll

Japan's core inflation likely rose to 2.6% in November, driven by high rice prices and subsidy cuts, with exports and machinery orders also showing changes.

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Morning Bid: Global rate cuts put dollar in driver's seat

The article discusses recent rate cuts affecting the U.S. dollar, emerging market currencies, and anticipated economic data that may influence global markets.

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Explainer-How likely is a Bank of Japan rate hike next week?

The article discusses the upcoming Bank of Japan policy meeting, potential interest rate changes, market reactions, and the broader economic context surrounding these decisions.

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Dollar set for best week in a month on cut-then-wait Fed outlook

The dollar reached a 2.5-week high, with expectations of a Federal Reserve rate cut next week, while other currencies faced pressure from recent rate reductions.

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BOJ likely to keep rates steady in Dec, eyes wage trend for future moves - Reuters

The Bank of Japan is likely to maintain interest rates at its upcoming meeting, assessing global risks and wage growth projections amid cautious policymaker sentiment.