In a decisive and unexpected move on December 15, 2025, The Central Bank announced a significant reduction in its benchmark policy rate by 50 basis points, signaling an aggressive pivot to combat burgeoning economic slowdown and disinflationary pressures. This substantial rate cut, double the conventional 25 basis point adjustment, underscores
As the final full trading week of 2025 commenced on December 15th, U.S. stock markets opened with a robust display of optimism, extending gains from previous sessions and setting a positive tone for the holiday period. This upward momentum is largely fueled by a blend of historical year-end bullishness,
As the trading day commenced on December 15, 2025, Wall Street opened with a complex tapestry of movements across its major indices. While the Dow Jones Industrial Average, S&P 500, and Nasdaq Composite displayed a nuanced performance, market participants keenly observed several individual stocks making significant waves. The day's
Islamabad, Pakistan – December 15, 2025 – In a move that caught many analysts off guard, the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) today announced an unexpected 50-basis-point reduction in its benchmark interest rate, bringing it down to 10.5%. This pivotal decision closely follows a significant $1.2 billion disbursement from the
December 15, 2025 – The financial markets are abuzz today as Dow Futures registered significant gains, pointing towards a strong open for U.S. equities, while silver prices experienced an extraordinary rally, reaching new highs above $60 per ounce. This dual surge in both traditional market indicators and safe-haven assets signals
The aroma of a freshly brewed coffee has long been a comforting staple of daily life, but in the United Kingdom, that comfort now comes with an increasingly hefty price tag. Welcome to the "era of the £5 coffee," a stark reality for many consumers as the cost of their
As 2025 draws to a close, the financial markets are presenting a fascinating tapestry of divergent trends and critical junctures. The venerable Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) has demonstrated remarkable resilience, achieving record highs, propelled by a significant sector rotation and favorable monetary policy. Concurrently, semiconductor giant Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA)
In a significant move poised to reshape the North American lithium market, Li-FT Power Ltd. (TSXV: LIFT) has announced a binding agreement to acquire Winsome Resources Limited (ASX: WR1) in an all-shares transaction valued at approximately C$130.8 million (AUD 130.8 million). This strategic consolidation, unveiled on December
The U.S. stock market is experiencing a broad-based advance in December 2025, with major indices nearing or achieving all-time highs, as investors increasingly place their bets on a resilient economy and the prospect of inflation remaining largely under control. This surge reflects a growing optimism that the Federal Reserve
Phillips 66 (NYSE: PSX) today announced a robust $2.4 billion capital budget for 2026, signaling a strategic commitment to both the expansion of its core operations and the diligent maintenance of its existing asset base. This significant financial outlay, unveiled on December 15, 2025, positions the energy giant to
In a significant move set to reshape the landscape of commodities trading intelligence, Kpler, a global trade intelligence technology company, announced on December 15, 2025, its acquisition of Bridgeton Research Group LLC. This strategic integration aims to merge Bridgeton's specialized predictive insights into systematic trading strategies with Kpler's extensive physical
India's Wholesale Price Index (WPI) has continued its downward trend, registering negative inflation for the second consecutive month in November 2025. This sustained period of easing price pressures, with the WPI standing at (-) 0.32 per cent in November, following a (-) 1.21 per cent dip in October
Hycroft Mining Holding Corporation (NASDAQ: HYMC) today announced highly encouraging initial drill results from its ongoing 2025-2026 Exploration Drill Program at the Hycroft Mine in Nevada, specifically targeting the high-grade silver system within its Vortex zone. These promising findings, revealed on December 15, 2025, indicate a significant expansion of high-grade
India's wholesale inflation has continued its downward trajectory, registering negative figures for the second consecutive month in November 2025. This persistent disinflation, driven largely by a substantial fall in food prices and moderating energy costs, presents a nuanced economic landscape for India, characterized by both opportunities for monetary policy easing
Durango, Mexico – December 15, 2025 – Pinnacle Silver and Gold Corp. (TSXV: PINN, OTCQB: PSGCF, Frankfurt: P9J) has officially announced the commencement of its inaugural underground drill program at the high-grade El Potrero gold-silver project in Durango, Mexico. This pivotal development marks a significant step forward in the company's "cash-flow-first" business
Canada's annual inflation rate has shown signs of stabilization, hovering at 2.2% in November 2025, but a closer look reveals a concerning trend: grocery prices continue their relentless climb, significantly outpacing overall inflation. This persistent surge in the cost of food, particularly staples, is deeply rooted in underlying global
New York, NY – December 15, 2025 – Gold Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) have witnessed an astonishing 72% surge year-to-date, marking an unprecedented rally that underscores gold's re-established role as a premier safe-haven asset in a volatile global financial landscape. This remarkable performance, significantly outperforming traditional equities and cryptocurrencies, reflects a confluence of
The global financial landscape has been gripped by unprecedented volatility in the precious metals sector, with gold and silver prices experiencing dramatic increases throughout 2024 and 2025. This surge, fueled by a complex interplay of geopolitical tensions, global economic uncertainty, and robust safe-haven demand, has prompted finance ministries worldwide to
The global financial markets are currently witnessing a historic surge in the prices of gold and silver, with both precious metals reaching new all-time record highs in late 2024 and throughout 2025. This remarkable rally is primarily fueled by an escalating confluence of geopolitical tensions, pervasive global growth uncertainty, and
