Global Stock Market

U.S. stock index futures were little changed on Sunday evening, as investors approached another holiday-shortened trading week with caution following a strong year-end rally in equities. By 20:24 ET (01:24 GMT), S&P 500 futures were trading flat near 6,977.0 points, while Nasdaq 100 futures edged down 0.1% to 25,846.75 points. …

Asian stock markets moved in very tight ranges on Monday, as low year end volumes and limited participation kept investors cautious. Even so, expectations of easier United States monetary policy in 2026 continued to support overall sentiment and helped prevent any sharp declines. Wall Street indices finished slightly lower on …

As 2025 draws to a close, global markets continued to move with notable caution amid holiday-related low liquidity, with investors monitoring the performance of various assets before transitioning into 2026. The markets in the last week (December 22–26) displayed a balance between optimism over strong annual performance and caution regarding …

U.S. stocks closed out the post-Christmas holiday week on steady footing, managing to secure solid weekly gains as Wall Street officially entered the so-called “Santa Claus rally” period. While trading volumes thinned toward year-end, investor sentiment remained broadly constructive, supported by resilient equity performance, record-setting moves in precious metals, and …

The U.S. economy faced numerous challenges in 2025, from widespread tariffs to slowing job growth and persistent inflation pressures. Despite early predictions of recession and soaring inflation, the economy continued to advance, displaying unexpected durability. Growth accelerated to its fastest pace in two years, and the stock market reached new …

As the United States heads toward 2026, President Donald Trump’s tariff strategy remains one of the most debated pillars of economic policy. From soaring import duties and legal battles to hints of relief and talk of rebate checks, the picture is complex and fast-moving. Below is a clean, FAQ-themed guide …

Most Asian equity markets advanced in thin year-end trading on Friday, with Japan’s TOPIX index surging to a record high as investors assessed a fresh batch of economic data from Tokyo. Activity across the region remained subdued, with several major markets — including Australia, New Zealand and Hong Kong — …

Nvidia’s decision to commit roughly $20 billion in cash to secure Groq’s inference technology and talent marks more than its largest deal ever. It signals a decisive bet on where artificial intelligence is heading next—and raises uncomfortable questions about competition, regulation, and concentration of power in the data-center economy.From Training …

U.S. Markets Closed for Christmas, But the Buzz Continues: On December 25, 2025, U.S. markets are taking a holiday break, with both the New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq closed for Christmas Day. While trading is paused, Wall Street is far from quiet. Investors are reflecting on record-setting closes from …

Retail Investors Take the Wheel: Palantir has become one of the most hotly debated stocks on the market. Even as Wall Street raises red flags over valuation, individual investors have rushed in, pouring billions into the data-analytics and defense software company. That wave of retail demand has helped drive Palantir’s …