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Stock market today: Bitcoin hits $100,000 and Asian shares are mostly higher

Bitcoin has surpassed $100,000 while Asian shares are mostly higher, taking their cues from another Wall Street record rally

The Independent UK

Aussie shares higher amid hopes for third US rate cut

The ASX200 finished up as bitcoin smashed through the $US100,000 mark for the first time and markets took a lead on possible rate cuts in the US.

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Bitcoin, Ethereum, Dogecoin Jump On Jerome Powell's Bullish BTC Take, Paul Atkins SEC Nomination: Analyst Highlights Impressive 320% Upside For ETH By May

Leading cryptocurrencies spiked Wednesday on Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell's favorable comments on Bitcoin and nomination of Paul Atkins as the next U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Chair.

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Bitcoin, Ethereum, Dogecoin Recover From Mid-Day Slump, Close Day Strong On Powell's 'Digital Gold' Remarks

Cryptocurrency markets are trading higher on Wednesday, bolstered by Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell calling it “digital gold.”

Benzinga

Stocks Rally as Powell Bullish on US Economy

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) Wednesday closed up +0.61%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed up +0.69%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed up +1.24%. Stocks rallied moderately on Wednesday, with the S&P 500, the Dow Jones Industrials, and...

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Fed Chair Powell Emphasizes Importance Of Independence In Rate Decisions

Federal Reserve Chairman emphasizes importance of independence from politics in setting interest rates for economic stability.

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Powell 'Not Concerned' US Fed Would Lose Independence Under Trump

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said Wednesday that he was "not concerned" the US central bank would lose its independence, despite President-elect Donald Trump's suggestion that he should have input into interest rate decisions.

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Stock Market Today: Stocks Rally as Econ News Affirms Rate-Cut Bets

Some soft economic data was good news for rate cuts and risk assets.

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Dollar Falls Slightly on Weakness in US Economic News

The dollar index (DXY00 ) Wednesday fell by -0.03%. The dollar Wednesday gave up an early advance and turned lower on weakness in US economic reports that showed the Nov ADP employment change rose less than expected and the Nov ISM services index fell more than expected. The dollar today...

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Fed Beige Book: Economic Growth Climbs, Consumer Spending Steady, Hiring Momentum Slows

The Dec. 4 Fed Beige Book showed improvement in economic activity with stable consumer spending and an improving outlook.

Benzinga

Jerome Powell Says US Economy In 'Remarkably Good Shape,' Fed Can Be 'A Little More Cautious' With Interest Rates

U.S. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell painted a rosy picture around the U.S. economy ahead of key jobs data due Friday. The strength of the economy is allowing the Fed to be more cautious with interest rates.

Benzinga

Stock Indexes Rally on Strength in Technology Stocks

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is up +0.32%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up +0.29%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up +0.89%. Stocks today are moderately higher, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 posting new...

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Tech Stock Strength Lifts the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 to Record Highs

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is up +0.30%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up +0.56%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up +0.67%. Stocks today are moderately higher, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 posting new...

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Interest Rate Cut In December? St. Louis Fed's Musalem Urges 'Patient Approach' In 'Last Mile' To 2%

St. Louis Fed President Alberto Musalem's latest remarks suggest a heated debate among policymakers about interest rate cuts.

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S&P Futures Gain With Focus on U.S. ADP Jobs Report and Powell’s Remarks

December S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESZ24) are trending up +0.24% this morning as investors awaited a fresh batch of U.S. economic data and remarks from Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell.

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S&P 500's Record-Breaking Streak In 2024 Could Signal Caution For Investors In 2025, Warn Analysts: 'Stocks Do Not Go Up Forever'

The stock market's remarkable performance in 2024, with the S&P 500 hitting 54 all-time highs, may not be a positive indicator for the future, according to analysts.

The Independent UK

Asian stocks drop amid South Korea’s political unrest as won hits two-year low

Asian markets are mostly lower after overnight political drama in South Korea added to regional uncertainties

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Stocks Settle Mixed as Nasdaq 100 Posts New Record High

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) Tuesday closed up +0.05%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed down -0.17%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed up +0.31%. Stocks on Tuesday settled mixed, with the Nasdaq 100 posting a new all-time high....

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Dollar Weakens on Fed Rate Cut Expectations and Yen Strength

The dollar index (DXY00 ) Tuesday fell by -0.11% as it gave back some of Monday’s gains. Monday’s dovish comments from Fed Governor Waller that he supports a rate cut at the December 17-18 FOMC meeting boosted the chances for a Fed rate cut to 74% from 55% Monday, undercutting...

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Fed's Kugler Sees Inflation Progress But Warns: 'Policy Is Not On A Preset Course'

Federal Reserve Governor Adriana Kugler addresses inflation and labor market concerns, highlighting productivity gains and flexibility in monetary policy.

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December rate cut depends on inflation

Christopher Waller says he's leaning toward another rate cut, but inflation levels could change his mind

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Trump's Tariff Threats Could Impact US Economy And Interest Rates

Learn about the potential impact of President-elect Trump's proposed tariffs on trade partners and the Federal Reserve's response.

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Netflix Is On Track To Hit $1,000 By Christmas

With the S&P 500 currently hitting all-time highs and the Fed cutting interest rates, the broader risk-on sentiment is very much on Netflix's side.

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Stocks Weaken as T-note Yields Rise on US Labor Market Strength

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is down -0.22%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is down -0.25%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is down -0.23%. Stocks today are posting mild losses, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 consolidating...

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Dollar Slips and Gold Gains as Fed Rate Cut Expectations Increase

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is down by -0.12% as it gives back some of Monday’s gains. Monday’s dovish comments from Fed Governor Waller that he supports a rate cut at the December 17-18 FOMC meeting boosted the chances for a Fed rate cut to 73% from 55% Monday,...

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