The FTSE 100 and European markets made muted moves while US stock futures were lower on Friday, as traders gear up for a quiet day in terms of economic and scheduled company news after Christmas. The ...

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US Oil Exports to China Dwindle as Demand Wanes, Buying Shifts

US crude exports to China plunged by almost half this year as shifts in the nation’s economy weighed on demand and it bought more barrels from other countries including Russia and Iran.

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Hang Seng Index and ASX 200 Climb on Stimulus Hopes and US Data

China unveils 2025 fiscal spending plans to boost consumption and counter US tariffs, lifting Hang Seng and Mainland China markets.

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Americans are less confident about where the US economy is headed

The potential impact of President-elect Donald Trump's policies remained top of mind for consumers in December, per the Conference Board.

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US core capital goods orders rebound as economy eyes strong end to 2024

New orders for key U.S.-manufactured capital goods surged in November amid strong demand for machinery, offering more signs that the economy is on solid footing as the year ends. The report from the ...

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