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Nasdaq falls 3% as investors rethink tech and AI stocks

Nasdaq dropped around 3% after investors started pulling back from technology and AI-related stocks. The move came after months of strong gains, as many traders decided to take profits and reassessed how much risk they want to hold and concern about the amount of funding compared to the return they are getting. Most of the selling were seen in large technology companies, especially those linked to artificial intelligence. While AI remains a long-term growth story.

Markets brace for busy week of U.S. economic data

Markets are turning their attention to a busy week of U.S. economic data, with the NFP report, retail sales, and the highly anticipated unemployment rate report all scheduled for release. These figures are expected to play a major role in shaping market sentiment and expectations for Federal Reserve policy in the months ahead.

Strong ETF inflows and industrial demand fuel silver 98% YoY rally

Silver stayed above $63 per ounce on Friday, close to its all-time high, as tight supply met strong demand from investors. Prices also got a boost after the U.S. Federal Reserve cut interest rates, making silver and other non-yielding assets more attractive.

UK GDP expectations to rebound to 0.1% despite rising Unemployment rate to 5.0%

On November 12, 2025, the United Kingdom reported a small decline in its economy, with GDP falling by -0.1%, slightly below the expected 0.0%. This shows that the economy is still under pressure. Services and manufacturing were weak, and small gains in construction were not enough to offset the slowdown. Consumers are spending cautiously because prices are rising, and businesses are holding back on investments.

Fed cuts rates as dissent grows, starts T-bill buys

The Fed delivered a third straight 25 bp cut, but deepening dissent and a surprise plan to buy $40B/month in T-bills show a central bank easing policy while shoring up market plumbing. The bar for further cuts just rose.

U.S. approves limited export of Nvidia H200 chips to China

Recently, the United States, under the previous administration of Donald Trump, approved the limited export of Nvidia H200 AI chips to selected Chinese companies. This decision is part of a cautious approach to allow China access to advanced AI technology while maintaining strict regulatory controls.

Fed cut likely today, but guidance may slam the door on early-2026 moves

The Fed is set to deliver a third straight cut, but a split committee, sticky inflation and missing data raise the odds this is the last move for a while. Powell’s message will matter more than the 25 bps.

ECB’s Schnabel signals rate hike potential

ECB board member Isabel Schnabel indicated that the next move for the ECB might be a rate increase rather than another cut, though she was quick to clarify that such a hike is not expected immediately, the ECB had lowered interest rates by a total of two percentage points before pausing its easing cycle in June.

U.S. Dollar between delayed PCE and initial jobless claims

U.S. dollar is holding its ground as markets digest a strong signal from the labour market while positioning cautiously ahead of the delayed Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) inflation report.

Australia economic recovery meets a cooling labour market

Australia’s economy is entering a growth phase where GDP is showing signs of recovery, yet some weaknesses are beginning to emerge. The Australian dollar remains under pressure, the labour market is cooling, and a stronger U.S. dollar is tightening financial conditions at a critical moment for the economy.