Global Markets
As of December 11, 2025, global financial markets are in a state of dynamic flux, heavily influenced by a complex interplay of commodity price movements. A significant "super glut" in the oil market is driving down crude prices, while precious metals like silver are experiencing unprecedented surges, and
European Steel
Brussels, Belgium – December 11, 2025 – The European steel market is currently experiencing a significant period of adjustment, with ferro-alloy surcharges emerging as a primary driver of rising costs for steelmakers. This pivotal shift is a direct consequence of new definitive safeguard measures implemented by the European Union on imports of
Silver
The precious metals market has witnessed a dramatic shift in 2025, with silver emphatically stealing the spotlight from its more traditionally esteemed counterpart, gold. As of December 11, 2025, silver has delivered an astounding year-to-date performance, with returns soaring past the 100% mark in several instances, effectively doubling investors'
Federal Reserve
As of December 10, 2025, the financial markets are abuzz with speculation and anticipation regarding the Federal Reserve's monetary easing policies for the upcoming year. Following a decisive pivot in 2025, which saw the Fed implement three consecutive 25-basis-point (bps) interest rate cuts, bringing the federal funds rate
Jerome Powell
In a move that reverberated across global financial markets, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, on December 10, 2025, confirmed a significant dovish shift in the central bank's monetary policy. The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) enacted a 25-basis-point reduction in the benchmark interest rate, bringing the target range
Oracle
As Wednesday, December 10, 2025, draws to a close, the financial world holds its breath for the highly anticipated release of Oracle's (NYSE: ORCL) fiscal second-quarter 2026 earnings report. While the official figures are just emerging, market analysts and investors are keenly focused on the tech behemoth'
AI stocks
December 10, 2025 – The financial markets in late 2025 are gripped by an electrifying surge in artificial intelligence (AI) stocks, propelling major indices to new heights and fueling fervent investor enthusiasm. Companies at the forefront of AI innovation, from chip manufacturers to software developers, have seen their valuations skyrocket, driven
S&P 500
The financial markets in late 2023 and early 2024 presented a paradox: headline-grabbing gains in the S&P 500 index (SPX) that belied a more nuanced reality of concentrated performance and underlying market "flatness" for many investors. This period saw the benchmark index achieve significant returns, primarily
Federal Reserve
New York, NY – December 10, 2025 – U.S. stock markets are exhibiting a palpable sense of apprehension, with major indices trending lower as investors keenly await the Federal Reserve's final interest rate decision of 2025. The prevailing sentiment across Wall Street is one of cautious anticipation, as market
S&P 500
The S&P 500 (INDEXSP: .INX) finds itself at a pivotal juncture, exhibiting cautious volatility as investors eagerly await the Federal Reserve's final interest rate decision of 2025. With the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting concluding on December 10, 2025, market participants are bracing for an
AI
The technology sector is currently experiencing a period of unprecedented growth, largely fueled by the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI). However, this rapid ascent has ignited widespread debate among investors and analysts regarding the sustainability of current valuations, with many raising concerns about a potential "AI bubble."
Energy Sector
New York, NY – December 9, 2025 – The S&P 500 Energy sector displayed a surprising resilience today, posting gains of +0.57% as of 3:59 PM ET, even as the broader S&P 500 index experienced a slight decline. This immediate uptick in energy stocks, represented by