German Finance Minister Klingbeil says the transatlantic relationship "is dis...

German Finance Minister Klingbeil says the transatlantic relationship "is disintegrating", Die Zeit reports. Adds, We must further strengthen Europe, and we must do so much faster. The current pace is inadequate. European sovereignty now has top priority"
- European food inflation is expected to ease, potentially impacting consumer staples and related sectors.
- The EU Sentix Index surpasses expectations, indicating improved investor sentiment in the Eurozone.
- German Finance Minister warns of weakening transatlantic ties, urging faster European integration and sovereignty prioritisation.
European markets are navigating a complex landscape as several key developments unfold. The anticipated easing of food inflation across Europe could have significant implications for consumer staples and related sectors. This potential shift may influence companies such as Nestlé (NESN.SW) and Unilever (ULVR.L), which are closely tied to consumer spending patterns. Analysts note that a reduction in inflationary pressures might alleviate cost burdens, potentially improving profit margins for these firms.
In a separate development, the EU Sentix Index, a measure of investor confidence, has exceeded expectations. This positive surprise suggests a more optimistic outlook among investors regarding the Eurozone's economic prospects. Market participants could view this as a signal of stabilising economic conditions, which may bolster equities across the region. The index's performance might prompt traders to reassess their positions in broad European ETFs such as the iShares MSCI Eurozone ETF (EZU).
Meanwhile, the European Central Bank (ECB) has indicated no immediate need for further monetary easing. This stance reflects a cautious approach amid ongoing economic uncertainties. The ECB's position may influence bond markets, particularly European government bonds, as traders assess the implications for interest rates and yield curves.
German Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil has raised concerns about the potential disintegration of transatlantic relationships, calling for accelerated European integration and a focus on European sovereignty. This geopolitical development could have far-reaching effects on sectors reliant on international trade and cooperation, such as automotive and aerospace. Companies like Volkswagen (VOWG_p.DE) and Airbus (AIR.PA) may find themselves at the centre of discussions regarding trade policies and strategic alignments.
The broader context of these developments underscores the interconnectedness of economic indicators, policy decisions, and geopolitical dynamics. Traders and market participants are closely monitoring these factors to gauge their potential impact on various asset classes.
Trader Insight:
- Some traders may consider positioning in consumer staples stocks like Nestlé (NESN.SW) and Unilever (ULVR.L) as food inflation expectations ease.
- Market participants are watching the iShares MSCI Eurozone ETF (EZU) for signs of improved investor sentiment following the EU Sentix Index results.
- Analysts note that traders are assessing European government bonds for potential yield movements in light of the ECB's current stance.
- Discussions around transatlantic relationships may lead traders to monitor stocks in the automotive and aerospace sectors, such as Volkswagen (VOWG_p.DE) and Airbus (AIR.PA).
Disclaimer: This is not trading advice. For informational purposes only.
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UK Trade Minister Bryant confirms a hack of Government data UK Trade Minister Bryant confirms a significant data...
United Kingdom
Brazil Central Bank is to offer USD 2bln in dollar auctions with repurchase a...
Brazil Central Bank is to offer USD 2bln in dollar auctions with repurchase agreement on Friday Traders are...
Lockheed Martin (LMT) expects to recognise a non-cash
Lockheed Martin (LMT) expects to recognise a non-cash, non-operating pre-tax settlement charge of approximately...
OpenAI is aiming to raise as much as USD 100bln in fundraising round which co...
OpenAI is aiming to raise as much as USD 100bln in fundraising round which could value it as much as USD 830bln,...

Trump Media and Technology (DJT) says if merger is terminated under certain c...
Trump Media and Technology (DJT) says if merger is terminated under certain conditions, TAE may be obliged to pay...

Chinese auto parts company Wangxiang agrees to pay USD 53mln to resolve US Ju...
Chinese auto parts company Wangxiang (Wangxiang CH) agrees to pay USD 53mln to resolve US Justice Department...

Nike (NKE) expects Q3 revenue to decline by low single-digits vs estimates of...
Nike (NKE) expects Q3 revenue to decline by low single-digits vs estimates of a 1.5% drop to USD 11.43bln Nike...
UK GfK Consumer Confidence (Dec) -17.0 vs. Exp. -18.0 (Prev. -19.0)
UK GfK Consumer Confidence (Dec) -17.0 vs. Exp. -18.0 (Prev. -19.0) Traders are closely monitoring the energy...
World Bank approves a USD 500mln guarantee to boost infrastructure and attrac...
World Bank approves a USD 500mln guarantee to boost infrastructure and attract private investment in Mexico...
PRE-MARKET CHINESE STOCKS NEWS: TikTok has signed a deal to sell its US entit...
PRE-MARKET CHINESE STOCKS NEWS: TikTok (?? CH) has signed a deal to sell its US entity to a joint venture...
US President Trump administration initiates multi-agency review of NVIDIA (NV...
US President Trump administration initiates multi-agency review of NVIDIA (NVDA) H200 licenses for sales to China,...
PRE-MARKET INDIAN STOCKS NEWS: Bharat Petroleum (BPCL IS) board approved the ...
PRE-MARKET INDIAN STOCKS NEWS: Bharat Petroleum (BPCL IS) board approved the formation of a JV with Coal India...
US Homeland Security Secretary Noem says at President Trump's direction
US Homeland Security Secretary Noem says at President Trump's direction, she is immediately directing the USCIS to...
Adani airport unit invests USD 11bln and seeks a partner pre-IPO
Adani airport unit invests USD 11bln and seeks a partner pre-IPO, according to Bloomberg Adani's airport unit...

BoJ Governor Ueda (post-policy press conference) says Japan's economy is reco...
BoJ Governor Ueda (post-policy press conference) says Japan's economy is recovering moderately, albeit with some...

Additional European Equity News
Additional European Equity News Balfour Beatty generates GBP 24mln profit from the sale of Foundry Courtyard. BBVA...

UK PSNB Ex Banks GBP (Nov) 11.653B GB vs. Exp. 10.0B GB (Prev. 17.434B GB
UK PSNB Ex Banks GBP (Nov) 11.653B GB vs. Exp. 10.0B GB (Prev. 17.434B GB, Rev. 21.189B GB) Traders are closely...
Europe
Brazil Central Bank is to offer USD 2bln in dollar auctions with repurchase a...
Brazil Central Bank is to offer USD 2bln in dollar auctions with repurchase agreement on Friday Traders are...
Lockheed Martin (LMT) expects to recognise a non-cash
Lockheed Martin (LMT) expects to recognise a non-cash, non-operating pre-tax settlement charge of approximately...
OpenAI is aiming to raise as much as USD 100bln in fundraising round which co...
OpenAI is aiming to raise as much as USD 100bln in fundraising round which could value it as much as USD 830bln,...

Trump Media and Technology (DJT) says if merger is terminated under certain c...
Trump Media and Technology (DJT) says if merger is terminated under certain conditions, TAE may be obliged to pay...

Chinese auto parts company Wangxiang agrees to pay USD 53mln to resolve US Ju...
Chinese auto parts company Wangxiang (Wangxiang CH) agrees to pay USD 53mln to resolve US Justice Department...

Nike (NKE) expects Q3 revenue to decline by low single-digits vs estimates of...
Nike (NKE) expects Q3 revenue to decline by low single-digits vs estimates of a 1.5% drop to USD 11.43bln Nike...
World Bank approves a USD 500mln guarantee to boost infrastructure and attrac...
World Bank approves a USD 500mln guarantee to boost infrastructure and attract private investment in Mexico...
PRE-MARKET CHINESE STOCKS NEWS: TikTok has signed a deal to sell its US entit...
PRE-MARKET CHINESE STOCKS NEWS: TikTok (?? CH) has signed a deal to sell its US entity to a joint venture...
US President Trump administration initiates multi-agency review of NVIDIA (NV...
US President Trump administration initiates multi-agency review of NVIDIA (NVDA) H200 licenses for sales to China,...
PRE-MARKET INDIAN STOCKS NEWS: Bharat Petroleum (BPCL IS) board approved the ...
PRE-MARKET INDIAN STOCKS NEWS: Bharat Petroleum (BPCL IS) board approved the formation of a JV with Coal India...
Adani airport unit invests USD 11bln and seeks a partner pre-IPO
Adani airport unit invests USD 11bln and seeks a partner pre-IPO, according to Bloomberg Adani's airport unit...
Additional European Equity News
Additional European Equity News Balfour Beatty generates GBP 24mln profit from the sale of Foundry Courtyard. BBVA...
Swedish Manufacturing Confidence* (Dec) 103.8 (Prev. 100.9)
Swedish Manufacturing Confidence (Dec) 103.8 (Prev. 100.9) * Traders are closely monitoring the energy sector amid...

UK Trade Minister Bryant confirms a hack of Government data
UK Trade Minister Bryant confirms a hack of Government data UK Trade Minister Bryant confirms a significant data...

Hungarian Gross Wages YY (Oct) 8.7% (Prev. 9.5%)
Hungarian Gross Wages YY (Oct) 8.7% (Prev. 9.5%) Traders are closely monitoring the energy sector amid fluctuating...

Belarus says "We are preparing to start the combat shift of the Russian Orysh...
Belarus says "We are preparing to start the combat shift of the Russian Oryshnik missile system", via Al Arabiya...
European Equities
European Movers: Renault (RNO FP) +1.2%
European Movers: Renault (RNO FP) +1.2%, Ipsen (IPN FP) -1.5%, Adidas (ADS GY) -1.8%, Puma (PUM GY) -2.8%, WH...
Maersk (MAERSKB DC) announces a vessel completed a transit through the Bab El...
Maersk (MAERSKB DC) announces a vessel completed a transit through the Bab El-Mandeb straight and into the Red Sea...
Saab (SAABB SS) receives a SEK 2.5bln order for development resources for Gri...
Saab (SAABB SS) receives a SEK 2.5bln order for development resources for Gripen fighter jet Traders are closely...

European Closes: Euro Stoxx 50 +0.29% at 5
European Closes: Euro Stoxx 50 +0.29% at 5,758, Dax 40 +0.40% at 24,296, FTSE 100 +0.58% at 9,895, CAC 40 +0.01%...

ABB (ABBN SW) has been selected for the Rotterdam Port power project
ABB (ABBN SW) has been selected for the Rotterdam Port power project ABB (ABBN SW) has been selected for the...

European Movers: Telecom Italia (TIT IM) +1.4%
European Movers: Telecom Italia (TIT IM) +1.4%, Harbour Energy (HBR LN) +1.3%, Roche (ROG SW) -0.5%, GSK (GSK LN)...
ECB's Kazimir says that the ECB remains flexible and will be ready to step in...
ECB's Kazimir says that the ECB remains flexible and will be ready to step in if needed. Analysts express concern...
Equinor (EQNR NO) says they are aware of US Department of Interior stop work ...
Equinor (EQNR NO) says they are aware of US Department of Interior stop work order involving five wind projects...
Equinor (EQNOR NO) says it is aware of the US Interiort Dept. stopping the wo...
Equinor (EQNOR NO) says it is aware of the US Interiort Dept. stopping the work orer involving five wind projects...
Novo Nordisk (NOVOB DC) says Wegovy pill is approved in the US as the first o...
Novo Nordisk (NOVOB DC) says Wegovy pill is approved in the US as the first oral GLP-1 treatment for weight...
Campari's (CPR IM) Lagfin regains full availability of seized shares followin...
Campari's (CPR IM) Lagfin regains full availability of seized shares following the settlement with the Italian tax...
ECB's Stournaras says the ECB must preserve optionality
ECB's Stournaras says the ECB must preserve optionality, via Econostream; being in a good place does not imply...
Novo Nordisk (NOVOB DC) CEO says the Co. is 'absolutely' interested in more M...
Novo Nordisk (NOVOB DC) CEO says the Co. is 'absolutely' interested in more M&A's. Traders are closely monitoring...

European Movers: ASML (ASML NA) +3.0%
European Movers: ASML (ASML NA) +3.0%, Balfour Beatty (BBY LN) +2.5%, Alstom (ALO FP) +1.8%, Airbus (AIR FP)...

France demands EU action to counter Chinese duties on dairy, via Bloomberg News
France demands EU action to counter Chinese duties on dairy, via Bloomberg News European stock markets closed with...

European Movers: BP (BP/ LN) +1.4%, Elis (ELIS FP) -0.2%, Sanofi (SAN FP) -0.3%
European Movers: BP (BP/ LN) +1.4%, Elis (ELIS FP) -0.2%, Sanofi (SAN FP) -0.3% BP's sale of a majority stake in...
EU Data
Additional European Equity News
Additional European Equity News Balfour Beatty generates GBP 24mln profit from the sale of Foundry Courtyard. BBVA...
French Producer Prices MM (Nov) 1.1%
French Producer Prices MM (Nov) 1.1% Traders are closely monitoring the energy sector amid fluctuating oil prices....
Italian Industrial Sales MM SA* (Oct) -0.5% (Prev. 2.1%)
Italian Industrial Sales MM SA (Oct) -0.5% (Prev. 2.1%) * Traders are closely monitoring the energy sector amid...

ECB's Santos Pereira says at this moment
ECB's Santos Pereira says at this moment, inflation is at target and they expect it to remain so in the coming...

EU Consumer Confid. Flash * (Dec) -14.6 vs. Exp. -14.0 (Prev. -14.2)
EU Consumer Confid. Flash * (Dec) -14.6 vs. Exp. -14.0 (Prev. -14.2) Traders are closely monitoring the energy...

Italian Producer Prices YY* (Nov) -0.2% (Prev. 0.1%)
Italian Producer Prices YY (Nov) -0.2% (Prev. 0.1%) * Traders are closely monitoring the energy sector amid...
German Import Prices YY* (Nov) -1.9% vs. Exp. -2.2% (Prev. -1.4%)
German Import Prices YY (Nov) -1.9% vs. Exp. -2.2% (Prev. -1.4%) * Traders are closely monitoring the energy...
Spanish GDP YY * (Q3) 2.8% vs. Exp. 2.8% (Prev. 2.8%)
Spanish GDP YY * (Q3) 2.8% vs. Exp. 2.8% (Prev. 2.8%) Traders are closely monitoring the energy sector amid...
Spanish GDP Final QQ * (Q3) 0.6% vs. Exp. 0.6% (Prev. 0.6%)
Spanish GDP Final QQ * (Q3) 0.6% vs. Exp. 0.6% (Prev. 0.6%) Traders are closely monitoring the energy sector amid...
ECB's Stournaras says the ECB must preserve optionality
ECB's Stournaras says the ECB must preserve optionality, via Econostream; being in a good place does not imply...
Dutch GDP Final SA QQ* (Q3) 0.5% vs. Exp. 0.4% (Prev. 0.4%)
Dutch GDP Final SA QQ (Q3) 0.5% vs. Exp. 0.4% (Prev. 0.4%) * Traders are closely monitoring the energy sector amid...
Spanish Retail Sales YY* (Nov) 6.0% (Prev. 3.8%)
Spanish Retail Sales YY (Nov) 6.0% (Prev. 3.8%) * Traders are closely monitoring the energy sector amid...
Finnish GDP Monthly YY * (Nov) 0.3% (Prev. -0.1%)
Finnish GDP Monthly YY * (Nov) 0.3% (Prev. -0.1%) Traders are closely monitoring the energy sector amid...

Austrian PPI MM* (Nov) 0.3% (Prev. 0.2%)
Austrian PPI MM (Nov) 0.3% (Prev. 0.2%) * Traders are closely monitoring the energy sector amid fluctuating oil...

Spanish Current Account Balance* (Oct) 7.18B (Prev. 1.87B)
Spanish Current Account Balance (Oct) 7.18B (Prev. 1.87B) * Traders are closely monitoring the energy sector amid...

Greek PPI YY* (Nov) 0.1% (Prev. -1.4%)
Greek PPI YY (Nov) 0.1% (Prev. -1.4%) * Traders are closely monitoring the energy sector amid fluctuating oil...
Geopolitical
US military says it conducted lethal kinetic strikes on two vessels
US military says it conducted lethal kinetic strikes on two vessels, killing five men Traders are closely...
Russia's Dmitriev says regarding EU summit decision that it was a 'major blow...
Russia's Dmitriev says regarding EU summit decision that it was a 'major blow to EU warmongers led by failed...
Additional European Equity News
Additional European Equity News Balfour Beatty generates GBP 24mln profit from the sale of Foundry Courtyard. BBVA...

China's Foreign Ministry on Japanese official talking about nuclear arms
China's Foreign Ministry on Japanese official talking about nuclear arms, says if the reports are true, then the...

US ambassador to Israel says the US is not considering supplying Turkey with ...
US ambassador to Israel says the US is not considering supplying Turkey with F-35 jets (LMT), which is not on the...

Japanese PM Takaichi reportedly mulls a trip to the US in January or March
Japanese PM Takaichi reportedly mulls a trip to the US in January or March, according to Japanese press Sankei;...
Contacts between Israel and Syria have not made much progress
Contacts between Israel and Syria have not made much progress, according to Al Arabiya quoting US sources Contacts...
A senior US official stated that the possibility of a renewed war in Israel i...
A senior US official stated that the possibility of a renewed war in Israel is high, according to Israeli press...
ECB's Santos Pereira says at this moment
ECB's Santos Pereira says at this moment, inflation is at target and they expect it to remain so in the coming...
Russian President Putin says Ukraine's attacks on tankers won't hurt oil supp...
Russian President Putin says Ukraine's attacks on tankers won't hurt oil supplies; says Russia will always...
French Foreign Ministry tells Sky News Arabia "have made a lot of progress on...
French Foreign Ministry tells Sky News Arabia "have made a lot of progress on Ukraine's security guarantees"...
US U Mich Sentiment Final* (Dec) 52.9 vs. Exp. 53.4 (Prev. 53.3)
US U Mich Sentiment Final (Dec) 52.9 vs. Exp. 53.4 (Prev. 53.3) * Traders are closely monitoring the energy sector...
Ukraine's top negotiator will hold negotiations with the US team on Friday
Ukraine's top negotiator will hold negotiations with the US team on Friday Ukraine's top negotiator is set to meet...

European Closes: Euro Stoxx 50 +0.29% at 5
European Closes: Euro Stoxx 50 +0.29% at 5,758, Dax 40 +0.40% at 24,296, FTSE 100 +0.58% at 9,895, CAC 40 +0.01%...

US Secretary of State Rubio on settling Russia-Ukraine war
US Secretary of State Rubio on settling Russia-Ukraine war, says we've made progress but we have ways to go; talks...

US Secretary of State Rubio says he may be in Miami on Saturday for Russia talks
US Secretary of State Rubio says he may be in Miami on Saturday for Russia talks Traders are closely monitoring...
Switzerland
ABB (ABBN SW) has been selected for the Rotterdam Port power project
ABB (ABBN SW) has been selected for the Rotterdam Port power project ABB (ABBN SW) has been selected for the...
European Movers: Telecom Italia (TIT IM) +1.4%
European Movers: Telecom Italia (TIT IM) +1.4%, Harbour Energy (HBR LN) +1.3%, Roche (ROG SW) -0.5%, GSK (GSK LN)...
China to cut retail diesel prices by CNY 165/T and gasoline by CNY 170/T
China to cut retail diesel prices by CNY 165/T and gasoline by CNY 170/T, via NDRC Traders are closely monitoring...

Swiss Investor Sentiment (Dec) 6.2 (Prev. 12.2)
Swiss Investor Sentiment (Dec) 6.2 (Prev. 12.2) Traders are closely monitoring the energy sector amid fluctuating...

Swiss Sight Deposits (w/e Jan 2). Domestic Banks CHF 426.4bln (prev. 439.39bln)
Swiss Sight Deposits (w/e Jan 2). Domestic Banks CHF 426.4bln (prev. 439.39bln), Total CHF 452.4bln (prev....

Swiss KOF Indicator (Dec) 103.4 (Prev. 101.7)
Swiss KOF Indicator (Dec) 103.4 (Prev. 101.7) Traders are closely monitoring the energy sector amid fluctuating...
Notable FX Options Expiries for today's NY cut; large expiries in EUR
Notable FX Options Expiries for today's NY cut; large expiries in EUR Large FX options expiries today could...
European Movers: Sika (SIKA SW) +0.6%
** European Movers: Sika (SIKA SW) +0.6%, Unilever (?? LN) +0.5%, Orange (ORA FP) -0.5%, Smith & Nephew (SN/ LN)...
Luckin Coffee (LKNCY) is said to consider bid for Nestle's (NESN SW) Blue Bottle
** Luckin Coffee (LKNCY) is said to consider bid for Nestle's (NESN SW) Blue Bottle, via Bloomberg citing...
Swiss Trade (Nov) 3841.0M CH (Prev. 4319.0M CH
** Swiss Trade (Nov) 3841.0M CH (Prev. 4319.0M CH, Rev. 4203M CH); Watch Exports -7.3% Y/Y (prev. -4.4%, rev....
European Movers: Sopra Steria (SOP FP) +1.7%
** European Movers: Sopra Steria (SOP FP) +1.7%, Alstom (ALO FP) +1.1%, BP (BP/ LN) +1.0%, Danone (BN FP) +0.6%,...
FX Option Expiries for today's NY cut
** FX Option Expiries for today's NY cut** Significant FX option expiries are set to impact key currency pairs,...
JPMorgan (JPM)
** JPMorgan (JPM), UBS (UBSG SW) and other banks win appeal to block a USD 3.6bln UK lawsuit over an alleged forex...
France
French Producer Prices MM (Nov) 1.1%
French Producer Prices MM (Nov) 1.1% Traders are closely monitoring the energy sector amid fluctuating oil prices....
European Movers: Renault (RNO FP) +1.2%
European Movers: Renault (RNO FP) +1.2%, Ipsen (IPN FP) -1.5%, Adidas (ADS GY) -1.8%, Puma (PUM GY) -2.8%, WH...
French Prime Minister Lecornu says parliament will be unable to vote on a bud...
French Prime Minister Lecornu says parliament will be unable to vote on a budget for France before the end of the...

ECB's Santos Pereira says at this moment
ECB's Santos Pereira says at this moment, inflation is at target and they expect it to remain so in the coming...

Paris Court rejects French Government request to suspend Shein's website as a...
Paris Court rejects French Government request to suspend Shein (?? CH)'s website as a whole for three months,...

French Foreign Ministry tells Sky News Arabia "have made a lot of progress on...
French Foreign Ministry tells Sky News Arabia "have made a lot of progress on Ukraine's security guarantees"...
US Special Envoy Witkoff says weekend meetings between US and Russian delegat...
US Special Envoy Witkoff says weekend meetings between US and Russian delegation were productive and constructive;...
European Movers: Telecom Italia (TIT IM) +1.4%
European Movers: Telecom Italia (TIT IM) +1.4%, Harbour Energy (HBR LN) +1.3%, Roche (ROG SW) -0.5%, GSK (GSK LN)...
China to cut retail diesel prices by CNY 165/T and gasoline by CNY 170/T
China to cut retail diesel prices by CNY 165/T and gasoline by CNY 170/T, via NDRC Traders are closely monitoring...
European Movers: Novo Nordisk (NOVOB DC) +6.0%
European Movers: Novo Nordisk (NOVOB DC) +6.0%, Stellantis (STLAP FP/ STLAM IM) +0.9%, Elis (ELIS FP) +0.3%,...
European Movers: ASML (ASML NA) +3.0%
European Movers: ASML (ASML NA) +3.0%, Balfour Beatty (BBY LN) +2.5%, Alstom (ALO FP) +1.8%, Airbus (AIR FP)...
European Movers: BP (BP/ LN) +1.4%, Elis (ELIS FP) -0.2%, Sanofi (SAN FP) -0.3%
European Movers: BP (BP/ LN) +1.4%, Elis (ELIS FP) -0.2%, Sanofi (SAN FP) -0.3% BP's sale of a majority stake in...
European spokesperson says there has been progress on the Mercosur deal durin...
European spokesperson says there has been progress on the Mercosur deal during the last two weeks; on track to...

European Movers: Casino (CO FP) +6.2%
European Movers: Casino (CO FP) +6.2%, Evotec (EVT GY) +1.3%, Travis Perkins (TPK LN) +0.7%, Michelin (ML FP)...

Airbus (AIR FP) maintains its recently revised delivery target of approximate...
Airbus (AIR FP) maintains its recently revised delivery target of approximately 790 aircraft for 2025, according...

Newsquawk Weekly Economic Calendar 5th - 9th January 2026
Newsquawk Weekly Economic Calendar 5th - 9th January 2026 Traders are closely monitoring upcoming economic data...
Netherlands
European Closes: Euro Stoxx 50 +0.29% at 5
European Closes: Euro Stoxx 50 +0.29% at 5,758, Dax 40 +0.40% at 24,296, FTSE 100 +0.58% at 9,895, CAC 40 +0.01%...
European Closes: Euro Stoxx 50 -0.32% at 5
European Closes: Euro Stoxx 50 -0.32% at 5,742, Dax 40 +0.03% at 24,296, FTSE 100 -0.32% at 9,866, CAC 40 -0.37%...
European Movers: Novo Nordisk (NOVOB DC) +6.0%
European Movers: Novo Nordisk (NOVOB DC) +6.0%, Stellantis (STLAP FP/ STLAM IM) +0.9%, Elis (ELIS FP) +0.3%,...

European Movers: ASML (ASML NA) +3.0%
European Movers: ASML (ASML NA) +3.0%, Balfour Beatty (BBY LN) +2.5%, Alstom (ALO FP) +1.8%, Airbus (AIR FP)...

France demands EU action to counter Chinese duties on dairy, via Bloomberg News
France demands EU action to counter Chinese duties on dairy, via Bloomberg News European stock markets closed with...

Dutch GDP Final NSA YY* (Q3) 1.8% vs. Exp. 1.6% (Prev. 1.6%)
Dutch GDP Final NSA YY (Q3) 1.8% vs. Exp. 1.6% (Prev. 1.6%) * Traders are closely monitoring the energy sector...
BROKER MOVES: VRT upgraded at Barclays; ASML upgraded at Aletheia Capital
BROKER MOVES: VRT upgraded at Barclays; ASML (ASML NA) upgraded at Aletheia Capital ASML (ASML) ADRs upgraded to...
European Closes: Euro Stoxx 50 +1.03% at 5
European Closes: Euro Stoxx 50 +1.03% at 5,851, Dax 40 +0.14% at 24,524, FTSE 100 +0.20% at 9,951, CAC 40 +0.56%...
Dutch Retail Sales YY* (Nov) 1.9% (Prev. 3.8%, Rev. 4.0%)
Dutch Retail Sales YY (Nov) 1.9% (Prev. 3.8%, Rev. 4.0%) * Traders are closely monitoring the energy sector amid...
ECB policymakers see growth and inflation risks as balanced
** ECB policymakers see growth and inflation risks as balanced, some fear lower growth outcomes, via Reuters (TRI...
Chinese researchers are said to have completed a working EUV prototype in ear...
** Chinese researchers are said to have completed a working EUV prototype in early 2025, according to Reuters (??...
European Closes: Euro Stoxx 50 -0.58% at 5
** European Closes: Euro Stoxx 50 -0.58% at 5,685, Dax 40 -0.50% at 23,956, FTSE 100 +0.92% at 9,774, CAC 40...
Additional European Equity News
** Additional European Equity News** Aeroports de Paris faces regulatory pushback on tariff adjustments. Alstom...
EUR
Brazil Central Bank is to offer USD 2bln in dollar auctions with repurchase a...
Brazil Central Bank is to offer USD 2bln in dollar auctions with repurchase agreement on Friday Traders are...
Lockheed Martin (LMT) expects to recognise a non-cash
Lockheed Martin (LMT) expects to recognise a non-cash, non-operating pre-tax settlement charge of approximately...
OpenAI is aiming to raise as much as USD 100bln in fundraising round which co...
OpenAI is aiming to raise as much as USD 100bln in fundraising round which could value it as much as USD 830bln,...

Trump Media and Technology (DJT) says if merger is terminated under certain c...
Trump Media and Technology (DJT) says if merger is terminated under certain conditions, TAE may be obliged to pay...

Chinese auto parts company Wangxiang agrees to pay USD 53mln to resolve US Ju...
Chinese auto parts company Wangxiang (Wangxiang CH) agrees to pay USD 53mln to resolve US Justice Department...

Nike (NKE) expects Q3 revenue to decline by low single-digits vs estimates of...
Nike (NKE) expects Q3 revenue to decline by low single-digits vs estimates of a 1.5% drop to USD 11.43bln Nike...
World Bank approves a USD 500mln guarantee to boost infrastructure and attrac...
World Bank approves a USD 500mln guarantee to boost infrastructure and attract private investment in Mexico...
PRE-MARKET CHINESE STOCKS NEWS: TikTok has signed a deal to sell its US entit...
PRE-MARKET CHINESE STOCKS NEWS: TikTok (?? CH) has signed a deal to sell its US entity to a joint venture...
US President Trump administration initiates multi-agency review of NVIDIA (NV...
US President Trump administration initiates multi-agency review of NVIDIA (NVDA) H200 licenses for sales to China,...
PRE-MARKET INDIAN STOCKS NEWS: Bharat Petroleum (BPCL IS) board approved the ...
PRE-MARKET INDIAN STOCKS NEWS: Bharat Petroleum (BPCL IS) board approved the formation of a JV with Coal India...
Adani airport unit invests USD 11bln and seeks a partner pre-IPO
Adani airport unit invests USD 11bln and seeks a partner pre-IPO, according to Bloomberg Adani's airport unit...
Additional European Equity News
Additional European Equity News Balfour Beatty generates GBP 24mln profit from the sale of Foundry Courtyard. BBVA...
UK Trade Minister Bryant confirms a hack of Government data
UK Trade Minister Bryant confirms a hack of Government data UK Trade Minister Bryant confirms a significant data...

Belarus says "We are preparing to start the combat shift of the Russian Orysh...
Belarus says "We are preparing to start the combat shift of the Russian Oryshnik missile system", via Al Arabiya...

European Movers: Renault (RNO FP) +1.2%
European Movers: Renault (RNO FP) +1.2%, Ipsen (IPN FP) -1.5%, Adidas (ADS GY) -1.8%, Puma (PUM GY) -2.8%, WH...

Russian President Putin says we do not see Ukraine being ready for talks
Russian President Putin says we do not see Ukraine being ready for talks, ready and want to end the conflict via...
Hungary
Hungarian C/A Balance QQ* (Q3) 0.932B vs. Exp. 0.955B (Prev. 1.391B)
Hungarian C/A Balance QQ (Q3) 0.932B vs. Exp. 0.955B (Prev. 1.391B) * Traders are closely monitoring the energy...
Hungarian Manufacturing PMI SA (Dec) 53.7 (Prev. 53.4, Rev. 53.6)
Hungarian Manufacturing PMI SA (Dec) 53.7 (Prev. 53.4, Rev. 53.6) Traders are closely monitoring the energy sector...
European spokesperson says there has been progress on the Mercosur deal durin...
European spokesperson says there has been progress on the Mercosur deal during the last two weeks; on track to...
WH Smith PLC
Chairman
PRE-MARKET INDIAN STOCKS NEWS: Bharat Petroleum (BPCL IS) board approved the ...
PRE-MARKET INDIAN STOCKS NEWS: Bharat Petroleum (BPCL IS) board approved the formation of a JV with Coal India...
PRE-MARKET JAPANESE AND SOUTH KOREAN STOCKS NEWS
PRE-MARKET JAPANESE AND SOUTH KOREAN STOCKS NEWS The Bank of Japan (BoJ) raised interest rates by 25 basis points...
PBoC injects CNY 67.3bln via 7-day reverse repos
PBoC injects CNY 67.3bln via 7-day reverse repos Traders are closely monitoring the energy sector amid fluctuating...

"US Representative to Security Council: We will impose maximum sanctions on V...
"US Representative to Security Council: We will impose maximum sanctions on Venezuela to deprive Maduro of...

PRE-MARKET JAPANESE AND SOUTH KOREAN STOCKS NEWS
PRE-MARKET JAPANESE AND SOUTH KOREAN STOCKS NEWS Japanese companies like Aucnet and Hoya are engaging in share...

Chinese President Xi says unilateral bullying is undermining international order
Chinese President Xi says unilateral bullying is undermining international order, according to Bloomberg Traders...
Star Entertainment (SGR AT) appoints Soo Kim as chairman of The Star
** Star Entertainment (SGR AT) appoints Soo Kim as chairman of The Star, while Bruce Mathieson Jr. was appointed...
Australia sells AUD 1bln October 2036 bonds, b/c 3.71, avg. yield 4.7727%
** Australia sells AUD 1bln October 2036 bonds, b/c 3.71, avg. yield 4.7727%** Traders are closely monitoring the...
South Korea is to push for service sector FTA with China and CPTPP affiliatio...
** South Korea is to push for service sector FTA with China and CPTPP affiliation for export momentum, according...
BNP
BNP (BNP FP) notes exclusive talks between BNP's Arval and Mercedes-Benz (MBG...
** BNP (BNP FP) notes exclusive talks between BNP's Arval and Mercedes-Benz (MBG GY) for the acquisition of...
Additional European Equity News
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European Movers: Sopra Steria (SOP FP) +1.7%
** European Movers: Sopra Steria (SOP FP) +1.7%, Alstom (ALO FP) +1.1%, BP (BP/ LN) +1.0%, Danone (BN FP) +0.6%,...
MBG
BNP (BNP FP) notes exclusive talks between BNP's Arval and Mercedes-Benz (MBG...
** BNP (BNP FP) notes exclusive talks between BNP's Arval and Mercedes-Benz (MBG GY) for the acquisition of...
European Movers: Sopra Steria (SOP FP) +1.7%
** European Movers: Sopra Steria (SOP FP) +1.7%, Alstom (ALO FP) +1.1%, BP (BP/ LN) +1.0%, Danone (BN FP) +0.6%,...
Mercedes-Benz (MBG GY) fixed cost target will be brought forward from end-202...
** Mercedes-Benz (MBG GY) fixed cost target will be brought forward from end-2027 to end-2026, according to...
NESN
China to cut retail diesel prices by CNY 165/T and gasoline by CNY 170/T
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Luckin Coffee (LKNCY) is said to consider bid for Nestle's (NESN SW) Blue Bottle
** Luckin Coffee (LKNCY) is said to consider bid for Nestle's (NESN SW) Blue Bottle, via Bloomberg citing...
Trade
US President Trump administration initiates multi-agency review of NVIDIA (NV...
US President Trump administration initiates multi-agency review of NVIDIA (NVDA) H200 licenses for sales to China,...
Additional European Equity News
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UK Trade Minister Bryant confirms a hack of Government data
UK Trade Minister Bryant confirms a hack of Government data UK Trade Minister Bryant confirms a significant data...

China's Commerce Ministry has launched an investigation into some rubber prod...
China's Commerce Ministry has launched an investigation into some rubber products from the US, South Korea and the...

Japanese PM Takaichi reportedly mulls a trip to the US in January or March
Japanese PM Takaichi reportedly mulls a trip to the US in January or March, according to Japanese press Sankei;...

China's Commerce Ministry urges India to correct wrong practice on Telecom ta...
China's Commerce Ministry urges India to correct wrong practice on Telecom (?? CH) tariffs China has filed a WTO...
China and Australia hold strategic economic dialogue
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Paris Court rejects French Government request to suspend Shein's website as a...
Paris Court rejects French Government request to suspend Shein (?? CH)'s website as a whole for three months,...
"Beijing’s reaction to Trump’s approval of Nvidia (NVDA) H200 exports to Chin...
"Beijing’s reaction to Trump’s approval of Nvidia (NVDA) H200 exports to China has been very cold. Chinese public...
European Closes: Euro Stoxx 50 +0.29% at 5
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China to cut retail diesel prices by CNY 165/T and gasoline by CNY 170/T
China to cut retail diesel prices by CNY 165/T and gasoline by CNY 170/T, via NDRC Traders are closely monitoring...
Honeywell (HON) FY25 Guidance (USD) adj. EPS 9.70-9.80 (exp. 10.65)
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Cintas (CTAS) reportedly made new offer to acquire UniFirst (UNF) for USD 275...
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China is likely to have loaded more than 100 intercontinental ballistic missi...
China (?? CH) is likely to have loaded more than 100 intercontinental ballistic missiles across 3 silo fields and...

Fanduel (FLUT) and CME Group (CME) launch Fanduel Predicts to give customers ...
Fanduel (FLUT) and CME Group (CME) launch Fanduel Predicts to give customers the power to trade on tomorrow's...

Japan's Chief Trade Negotiator Akazawa says JPY 1.8tln has been requested to ...
Japan's Chief Trade Negotiator Akazawa says JPY 1.8tln has been requested to support Nippon Export and Investment...
trade
ECB's Santos Pereira says at this moment
ECB's Santos Pereira says at this moment, inflation is at target and they expect it to remain so in the coming...
PBoC injects CNY 67.3bln via 7-day reverse repos
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New Zealand concludes free trade agreement with India
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TREASURY WRAP: T-NOTE FUTURES (H6) SETTLE 5 TICKS LOWER AT 112-11
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Japan's Chief Trade Negotiator Akazawa says JPY 1.8tln has been requested to ...
Japan's Chief Trade Negotiator Akazawa says JPY 1.8tln has been requested to support Nippon Export and Investment...

US President Trump says he had wonderful calls with the President of Kazakhst...
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EUROPEAN OPEN: Oil majors in focus amid Venezuela
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USTR Greer says he is happy to have trade with China in non-sensitive areas
USTR Greer says he is happy to have trade with China (?? CH) in non-sensitive areas. Traders are closely...
US 30-year fixed rate mortgage rate (Avg, Dec 24th week): 6.18% (prev. 6.21%)
US 30-year fixed rate mortgage rate (Avg, Dec 24th week): 6.18% (prev. 6.21%) Traders are closely monitoring the...
Fed's Goolsbee (2025 voter
** Fed's Goolsbee (2025 voter, hawkish dissenter) says job market is cooling at a modest pace** Crude oil prices...
South Korea Trade Minister says Korea will discuss with US about plans to use...
** South Korea Trade Minister says Korea will discuss with US about plans to use US investment package for Korea...
[MARKEY ANALYSIS] Firmer trade in Europe
** [MARKEY ANALYSIS] Firmer trade in Europe; FTSE 100 the biggest performer following softer inflation data**...
US EQUITY OPEN: Stocks move higher on soft US CPI
** US EQUITY OPEN: Stocks move higher on soft US CPI; Tech supported by MU earnings beat and reports of increased...

US Net L-T Flows,Incl.Swaps (Oct) 17.5B (Prev. 179.8B, Rev. 173.2B)
** US Net L-T Flows,Incl.Swaps (Oct) 17.5B (Prev. 179.8B, Rev. 173.2B)** Traders are closely monitoring the energy...

US Official says US Envoy Witkoff will meet on Friday with Qatari
** US Official says US Envoy Witkoff will meet on Friday with Qatari, Egyptian and Turkish officials in Miami on...

US House passes Republican health care bill without extension of ACA subsidy
** US House passes Republican health care bill without extension of ACA subsidy** Traders are closely monitoring...
AI
AIG (AIG) is to form a special purpose vehicle for a strategic partnership wi...
AIG (AIG) is to form a special purpose vehicle for a strategic partnership with Amwins and Blackstone (BX US) and...
PRE-MARKET JAPANESE AND SOUTH KOREAN STOCKS NEWS: BoJ rate decision in focus
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PRE-MARKET CHINESE STOCKS NEWS: TikTok has signed a deal to sell its US entit...
PRE-MARKET CHINESE STOCKS NEWS: TikTok (?? CH) has signed a deal to sell its US entity to a joint venture...

Capital One (COF) reportedly concerned about AI costs rising via cloud comput...
Capital One (COF) reportedly concerned about AI costs rising via cloud computing relationship with AWS (AMZN) and...

US U Mich Sentiment Final* (Dec) 52.9 vs. Exp. 53.4 (Prev. 53.3)
US U Mich Sentiment Final (Dec) 52.9 vs. Exp. 53.4 (Prev. 53.3) * Traders are closely monitoring the energy sector...

Salesforce (CRM) execs now advocate less reliance on LLMs for Agentforce
Salesforce (CRM) execs now advocate less reliance on LLMs for Agentforce, according to The Information; trust in...
Apple (AAPL) will reportedly launch two new AI wearable devices next year
Apple (AAPL) will reportedly launch two new AI wearable devices next year, including AI glasses and AI AirPods,...
China to cut retail diesel prices by CNY 165/T and gasoline by CNY 170/T
China to cut retail diesel prices by CNY 165/T and gasoline by CNY 170/T, via NDRC Traders are closely monitoring...
NVIDIA (NVDA) plans to begin first shipments of H200 AI chips to China before...
NVIDIA (NVDA) plans to begin first shipments of H200 AI chips to China before mid-Feb, according to Reuters...
Auction History: US to sell USD 69bln of 2-year notes at 18:00GMT/13:00EST
Auction History: US to sell USD 69bln of 2-year notes at 18:00GMT/13:00EST US suspends offshore wind projects,...
PRE-MARKET JAPANESE AND SOUTH KOREAN STOCKS NEWS
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ByteDance reportedly plans USD 23bln AI spending spree to keep pace with US r...
ByteDance (?? CH) reportedly plans USD 23bln AI spending spree to keep pace with US rivals, according to the FT...
PRE-MARKET INDIAN STOCKS NEWS
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PRE-MARKET JAPANESE AND SOUTH KOREAN STOCKS NEWS
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Italian Competition Authority has ordered Meta (META) to suspend the terms ex...
Italian Competition Authority has ordered Meta (META) to suspend the terms excluding competing AI Chatbots from...

Memory shortages to persist through 2026 as AI server demand surges
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ECB
EU Consumer Confid. Flash * (Dec) -14.6 vs. Exp. -14.0 (Prev. -14.2)
EU Consumer Confid. Flash * (Dec) -14.6 vs. Exp. -14.0 (Prev. -14.2) Traders are closely monitoring the energy...
European Closes: Euro Stoxx 50 +0.29% at 5
European Closes: Euro Stoxx 50 +0.29% at 5,758, Dax 40 +0.40% at 24,296, FTSE 100 +0.58% at 9,895, CAC 40 +0.01%...
ECB's Kazimir says that the ECB remains flexible and will be ready to step in...
ECB's Kazimir says that the ECB remains flexible and will be ready to step in if needed. Analysts express concern...

ECB's Vujcic says the next Deposit Rate move could be in either direction
ECB's Vujcic says the next Deposit Rate move could be in either direction Traders are closely monitoring the...

European Closes: Euro Stoxx 50 -0.32% at 5
European Closes: Euro Stoxx 50 -0.32% at 5,742, Dax 40 +0.03% at 24,296, FTSE 100 -0.32% at 9,866, CAC 40 -0.37%...

ECB's Stournaras says the ECB must preserve optionality
ECB's Stournaras says the ECB must preserve optionality, via Econostream; being in a good place does not imply...
The ECB identified significant deficiencies in the risk models of SEB (SEBA S...
** The ECB identified significant deficiencies in the risk models of SEB (SEBA SS) and Swedbank (SWEDA SS)...
US EQUITY OPEN: Stocks move higher on soft US CPI
** US EQUITY OPEN: Stocks move higher on soft US CPI; Tech supported by MU earnings beat and reports of increased...
Newsquawk Daily Economic Releases - 19th December 2025
** Newsquawk Daily Economic Releases - 19th December 2025** Traders are closely monitoring the upcoming Bank of...
ECB proposes to extend Elderson's term as Vice-Chair of the Supervisory Board
** ECB proposes to extend Elderson's term as Vice-Chair of the Supervisory Board** Traders are closely monitoring...
European Closes: Euro Stoxx 50 -0.58% at 5
** European Closes: Euro Stoxx 50 -0.58% at 5,685, Dax 40 -0.50% at 23,956, FTSE 100 +0.92% at 9,774, CAC 40...
ECB officials expect the cycle of interest-rate cuts to most likely be finish...
** ECB officials expect the cycle of interest-rate cuts to most likely be finished based on the latest outlook for...
US House passes Republican health care bill without extension of ACA subsidy
** US House passes Republican health care bill without extension of ACA subsidy** Traders are closely monitoring...
Inflation
Bundesbank cuts growth forecast for 2026 to 0.6% (prev. 0.7%) and raises 2026...
Bundesbank cuts growth forecast for 2026 to 0.6% (prev. 0.7%) and raises 2026 inflation forecast for Germany to...
CBR says further decisions on the key rate will depend on the sustainability ...
CBR says further decisions on the key rate will depend on the sustainability of the inflation slowdown and the...
UK CBI Distributive Trades* (Dec) -44.0 (Prev. -32.0)
UK CBI Distributive Trades (Dec) -44.0 (Prev. -32.0) * Traders are closely monitoring the energy sector amid...

ECB's Santos Pereira says at this moment
ECB's Santos Pereira says at this moment, inflation is at target and they expect it to remain so in the coming...

Bank of Italy confirms Italian 2025 HICP inflation forecast at 1.7%
Bank of Italy confirms Italian 2025 HICP inflation forecast at 1.7%, marginally lowers 2026 to 1.4% from 1.5%;...

CBR Governor Nabiullina says the impact of one-off factors on inflation could...
CBR Governor Nabiullina says the impact of one-off factors on inflation could be higher next year than had been...
European Closes: Euro Stoxx 50 +0.29% at 5
European Closes: Euro Stoxx 50 +0.29% at 5,758, Dax 40 +0.40% at 24,296, FTSE 100 +0.58% at 9,895, CAC 40 +0.01%...
Auction History: US to sell USD 69bln of 2-year notes at 18:00GMT/13:00EST
Auction History: US to sell USD 69bln of 2-year notes at 18:00GMT/13:00EST US suspends offshore wind projects,...
TREASURY WRAP: T-NOTE FUTURES (H6) SETTLE 5 TICKS LOWER AT 112-11
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Bank of Spain sees GDP growing 0.6-0.7% in Q4 Q/Q
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US Consumer Confidence* (Dec) 89.1 vs. Exp. 91.0 (Prev. 88.7, Rev. 92.9)
US Consumer Confidence (Dec) 89.1 vs. Exp. 91.0 (Prev. 88.7, Rev. 92.9) * Traders are closely monitoring the...
"US Representative to Security Council: We will impose maximum sanctions on V...
"US Representative to Security Council: We will impose maximum sanctions on Venezuela to deprive Maduro of...
EUROPEAN OPEN: Oil majors in focus amid Venezuela
EUROPEAN OPEN: Oil majors in focus amid Venezuela; Airbus (AIR FP) reportedly topped 2025 delivery goal; ASML...

BoC Minutes (Dec): Agreed to remain cautious in interpreting data given recen...
BoC Minutes (Dec): Agreed to remain cautious in interpreting data given recent volatility; felt it was hard to...

TREASURY WRAP: T-NOTE FUTURES (H6) SETTLE 1+ TICK LOWER AT 112-09+
TREASURY WRAP: T-NOTE FUTURES (H6) SETTLE 1+ TICK LOWER AT 112-09+ Treasury yields rose after...

US MBA 30-Yr Mortgage Rate w/e 6.31% (Prev. 6.38%)
US MBA 30-Yr Mortgage Rate w/e 6.31% (Prev. 6.38%) Traders are closely monitoring the energy sector amid...
Finance Minister
Japanese Finance Minister Katayama says will consider fiscal sustainability t...
Japanese Finance Minister Katayama says will consider fiscal sustainability to some extent in compiling next...
Japanese Finance Minister Katayama says clearly seeing one-sided rapid moves
Japanese Finance Minister Katayama says clearly seeing one-sided rapid moves; Desirable for currencies to move in...
US U Mich Sentiment Final* (Dec) 52.9 vs. Exp. 53.4 (Prev. 53.3)
US U Mich Sentiment Final (Dec) 52.9 vs. Exp. 53.4 (Prev. 53.3) * Traders are closely monitoring the energy sector...

Ukraine's Finance Minister says EUR 90bln loan scheme does not fully cover Uk...
Ukraine's Finance Minister says EUR 90bln loan scheme does not fully cover Ukraine's needs Traders are closely...

Japanese Finance Minister Katayama says they have a "free hand" to take bold ...
Japanese Finance Minister Katayama says they have a "free hand" to take bold action on the JPY, via Bloomberg The...

Auction History: US to sell USD 69bln of 2-year notes at 18:00GMT/13:00EST
Auction History: US to sell USD 69bln of 2-year notes at 18:00GMT/13:00EST US suspends offshore wind projects,...
Thailand's Finance Minister is looking to implement a tax on gold trading online
Thailand's Finance Minister is looking to implement a tax on gold trading online Traders are closely monitoring...
Swedish Finance Minister says the region is finally seeing recovery in the ec...
** Swedish Finance Minister says the region is finally seeing recovery in the economy but there exist...
India's Finance Minister says bringing down India's debt to GDP ratio will be...
** India's Finance Minister says bringing down India's debt to GDP ratio will be a core priority for the...
South Korea Vice Finance Minister sees herd behaviour in markets
** South Korea Vice Finance Minister sees herd behaviour in markets, adds KRW declines seem more excessive...
Germany
German GfK Consumer Sentiment (Jan) -26.9 vs. Exp. -23.2 (Prev. -23.2
German GfK Consumer Sentiment (Jan) -26.9 vs. Exp. -23.2 (Prev. -23.2, Rev. -23.4) Traders are closely monitoring...
European Movers: Renault (RNO FP) +1.2%
European Movers: Renault (RNO FP) +1.2%, Ipsen (IPN FP) -1.5%, Adidas (ADS GY) -1.8%, Puma (PUM GY) -2.8%, WH...
Italy's Competition Authority ends probes of Stellantis (STLAP FP/ STLAM IM)
Italy's Competition Authority ends probes of Stellantis (STLAP FP/ STLAM IM), Volkswagen (VOW3 GY), Tesla (TSLA)...

Bundesbank cuts growth forecast for 2026 to 0.6% (prev. 0.7%) and raises 2026...
Bundesbank cuts growth forecast for 2026 to 0.6% (prev. 0.7%) and raises 2026 inflation forecast for Germany to...

AbbVie (ABBV)
AbbVie (ABBV), Merck (MRK), Bristol-Myers Squibb (BMY) and Gilead (GILD) to announce US drug price deals on...

US U Mich Sentiment Final* (Dec) 52.9 vs. Exp. 53.4 (Prev. 53.3)
US U Mich Sentiment Final (Dec) 52.9 vs. Exp. 53.4 (Prev. 53.3) * Traders are closely monitoring the energy sector...
Newsquawk Daily Economic Releases - 23rd December 2025
Newsquawk Daily Economic Releases - 23rd December 2025 Traders are closely monitoring the release of key economic...
Mercedes-Benz (MBG GY) agrees to pay USD 150mln settlement with U.S. states o...
Mercedes-Benz (MBG GY) agrees to pay USD 150mln settlement with U.S. states over diesel emissions probe, via NY...
German Import Prices YY* (Nov) -1.9% vs. Exp. -2.2% (Prev. -1.4%)
German Import Prices YY (Nov) -1.9% vs. Exp. -2.2% (Prev. -1.4%) * Traders are closely monitoring the energy...
Airbus (AIR FP) maintains its recently revised delivery target of approximate...
Airbus (AIR FP) maintains its recently revised delivery target of approximately 790 aircraft for 2025, according...
German ZEW Current Conditions (Dec) -81.0 vs. Exp. -80.0 (Prev. -78.7)
** German ZEW Current Conditions (Dec) -81.0 vs. Exp. -80.0 (Prev. -78.7)** Traders are closely monitoring the...
German Government Official says the Mercosur trade pact is "probably dead" if...
** German Government Official says the Mercosur trade pact is "probably dead" if an agreement isn't made at the EU...
BASF (BAS GY) is to divest its optical brightening agent business to Catexel
** BASF (BAS GY) is to divest its optical brightening agent business to Catexel (?? LN), with the transaction...

BMW (BMY GY) says planned conversion of all preferred shares into ordinary sh...
** BMW (BMY GY) says planned conversion of all preferred shares into ordinary shares; further details will be...

Newsquawk Daily Economic Releases - 17th December 2025
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US President Trump set to interview Fed Governor Waller for the Chair role on...
** US President Trump set to interview Fed Governor Waller for the Chair role on Wednesday, WSJ reports** Betting...
BNP Paribas SA
BNP (BNP FP) notes exclusive talks between BNP's Arval and Mercedes-Benz (MBG...
** BNP (BNP FP) notes exclusive talks between BNP's Arval and Mercedes-Benz (MBG GY) for the acquisition of...
Additional European Equity News
** Additional European Equity News** Aeroports de Paris faces regulatory pushback on tariff adjustments. Alstom...
European Movers: Sopra Steria (SOP FP) +1.7%
** European Movers: Sopra Steria (SOP FP) +1.7%, Alstom (ALO FP) +1.1%, BP (BP/ LN) +1.0%, Danone (BN FP) +0.6%,...
Life Sciences Tools & Services
Diversified Banks
BROKER MOVES: CMI upgraded at Barclays; ELV downgraded at Deutsche Bank
BROKER MOVES: CMI upgraded at Barclays; ELV downgraded at Deutsche Bank (DBK GY) Cummins (CMI) receives an upgrade...
Barclays says even if Venezuelan oil exports decline by 200k BPD
Barclays (BARC LN) says even if Venezuelan oil exports decline by 200k BPD, and would be unlikely to significantly...
GSK (GSK LN)
GSK (GSK LN), Sanofi (SAN FP) and Merck (MRK) reportedly among seven companies set to announce price cuts, via...

SpaceX interviews banks for IPO
SpaceX (?? US) interviews banks for IPO, Morgan Stanley (MS) a top contender; Musk's close ties with MS give the...

European Movers: Telecom Italia (TIT IM) +1.4%
European Movers: Telecom Italia (TIT IM) +1.4%, Harbour Energy (HBR LN) +1.3%, Roche (ROG SW) -0.5%, GSK (GSK LN)...

Netflix (NFLX) secures a USD 5bln revolving credit agreement with Wells Fargo...
Netflix (NFLX) secures a USD 5bln revolving credit agreement with Wells Fargo (WFC); proceeds may be used to fund...
BROKER MOVES: OLLI upgraded Loop Capital; SEE downgraded at Raymond James
BROKER MOVES: OLLI upgraded Loop Capital; SEE downgraded at Raymond James Ollie's Bargain sees an upgrade to Buy...
Wells Fargo & Co.’s (WFC) global-markets business is expanding into options c...
Wells Fargo & Co.’s (WFC) global-markets business is expanding into options clearing, a corner of finance...
Bank of America (BAC) CEO Moynihan says the bank is projecting a strong econo...
Bank of America (BAC) CEO Moynihan says the bank is projecting a strong economy for 2026 Bank of America CEO...
European Movers: BP (BP/ LN) +1.4%, Elis (ELIS FP) -0.2%, Sanofi (SAN FP) -0.3%
European Movers: BP (BP/ LN) +1.4%, Elis (ELIS FP) -0.2%, Sanofi (SAN FP) -0.3% BP's sale of a majority stake in...
BROKER MOVES: VRT upgraded at Barclays; ASML upgraded at Aletheia Capital
BROKER MOVES: VRT upgraded at Barclays; ASML (ASML NA) upgraded at Aletheia Capital ASML (ASML) ADRs upgraded to...
European Movers: Sika (SIKA SW) +0.6%
** European Movers: Sika (SIKA SW) +0.6%, Unilever (?? LN) +0.5%, Orange (ORA FP) -0.5%, Smith & Nephew (SN/ LN)...
Barclays FX month and Quarter end rebalancing indicates "Weak USD buying" aga...
** Barclays (?? LN) FX month and Quarter end rebalancing indicates "Weak USD buying" against most majors** USD/JPY...

LSEG (LSEG LN) announces a multi-year data and analytics partnership with Cit...
** LSEG (LSEG LN) announces a multi-year data and analytics partnership with Citi (C)** Traders are closely...

UK CMA is investigating whether Alphabet's (GOOGL) Google might have abused a...
** UK CMA is investigating whether Alphabet's (GOOGL) Google might have abused a dominant position through its...

Slope is partnering with Amazon (AMZN) to provide reusable credit lines to Am...
** Slope is partnering with Amazon (AMZN) to provide reusable credit lines to Amazon sellers, with backing from...
Automobiles
Italy's Competition Authority ends probes of Stellantis (STLAP FP/ STLAM IM)
Italy's Competition Authority ends probes of Stellantis (STLAP FP/ STLAM IM), Volkswagen (VOW3 GY), Tesla (TSLA)...
US President Trump told NBC "We're making so much money with tariffs"
US President Trump told NBC "We're making so much money with tariffs", people would start getting the payments...
Mercedes-Benz (MBG GY) agrees to pay USD 150mln settlement with U.S. states o...
Mercedes-Benz (MBG GY) agrees to pay USD 150mln settlement with U.S. states over diesel emissions probe, via NY...

Auction History: US to sell USD 69bln of 2-year notes at 18:00GMT/13:00EST
Auction History: US to sell USD 69bln of 2-year notes at 18:00GMT/13:00EST US suspends offshore wind projects,...

UBS now sees Tesla's (TSLA) Q4 deliveries now seen at 415k (prev. 429k)
UBS now sees Tesla's (TSLA) Q4 deliveries now seen at 415k (prev. 429k); updated forecast is informed by weaker US...

European Movers: Novo Nordisk (NOVOB DC) +6.0%
European Movers: Novo Nordisk (NOVOB DC) +6.0%, Stellantis (STLAP FP/ STLAM IM) +0.9%, Elis (ELIS FP) +0.3%,...
Tesla (TSLA)
Tesla (TSLA), Amazon (AMZN), Oracle (ORCL) will invest in Bolivia Data centers, according to Paz Traders are...
Tesla (TSLA) faces new NHTSA probe over Model 3 emergency door release
Tesla (TSLA) faces new NHTSA probe over Model 3 emergency door release Traders are closely monitoring the energy...
Tesla (TSLA) new car registrations in Norway +89% Y/Y in December, via OFV
Tesla (TSLA) new car registrations in Norway +89% Y/Y in December, via OFV Traders are closely monitoring the...
Spain new Tesla (TSLA) registrations -4% Y/Y in 2025
Spain new Tesla (TSLA) registrations -4% Y/Y in 2025; Electric cars +94.6% Y/Y, via ANFAC Traders are closely...
Tesla (TSLA) Q4 Deliveries: Total 418k (exp. 422.85k)
Tesla (TSLA) Q4 Deliveries: Total 418k (exp. 422.85k), Model 3/Y 406.59k (exp. 404.93k), Other Models 11.64k (exp....
US EQUITY OPEN: Stocks open mixed in first trading session of 2026
US EQUITY OPEN: Stocks open mixed in first trading session of 2026 Nasdaq outperforms as Tech, Communication, and...
Chinese President Xi says unilateral bullying is undermining international order
Chinese President Xi says unilateral bullying is undermining international order, according to Bloomberg Traders...

Elon Musk has provided financial support to the US Republican party ahead of ...
** Elon Musk has provided financial support to the US Republican party ahead of the 2026 midterms, via Axios...

BMW (BMY GY) says planned conversion of all preferred shares into ordinary sh...
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Tesla (TSLA) says creating conditions at Gigafactory Berlin-Brandenburg to pr...
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Life Sciences Tools & Services (Group)
Banks
China Cabinet meeting said it should consolidate positive trend economy and p...
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Barclays says even if Venezuelan oil exports decline by 200k BPD
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GSK (GSK LN)
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SpaceX interviews banks for IPO
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European Movers: Telecom Italia (TIT IM) +1.4%
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Netflix (NFLX) secures a USD 5bln revolving credit agreement with Wells Fargo...
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US PRE-MARKET MOVERS: NVDA, AAPL, CWAN, ORCL, HON, UNF
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BROKER MOVES: OLLI upgraded Loop Capital; SEE downgraded at Raymond James
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Tesla (TSLA) sold 97.17k China-made vehicles in December, +3.6% Y/Y, CPCA
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OCC requests comments on proposed amendments to heightened standards
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European Movers: BP (BP/ LN) +1.4%, Elis (ELIS FP) -0.2%, Sanofi (SAN FP) -0.3%
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Automobiles & Components
Italy's Competition Authority ends probes of Stellantis (STLAP FP/ STLAM IM)
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US President Trump told NBC "We're making so much money with tariffs"
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Mercedes-Benz (MBG GY) agrees to pay USD 150mln settlement with U.S. states o...
Mercedes-Benz (MBG GY) agrees to pay USD 150mln settlement with U.S. states over diesel emissions probe, via NY...

Auction History: US to sell USD 69bln of 2-year notes at 18:00GMT/13:00EST
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UBS now sees Tesla's (TSLA) Q4 deliveries now seen at 415k (prev. 429k)
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European Movers: Novo Nordisk (NOVOB DC) +6.0%
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Tesla (TSLA)
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Tesla (TSLA) new car registrations in Norway +89% Y/Y in December, via OFV
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US PRE-MARKET MOVERS: Mag-7, IRWD, BIDU, RH/W/WSM, NIO/LI/XPEV, TSM
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US EQUITY OPEN: Stocks open mixed in first trading session of 2026
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Chinese President Xi says unilateral bullying is undermining international order
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Elon Musk has provided financial support to the US Republican party ahead of ...
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BMW (BMY GY) says planned conversion of all preferred shares into ordinary sh...
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Banks (Group)
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Barclays says even if Venezuelan oil exports decline by 200k BPD
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GSK (GSK LN)
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SpaceX interviews banks for IPO
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European Movers: Telecom Italia (TIT IM) +1.4%
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Netflix (NFLX) secures a USD 5bln revolving credit agreement with Wells Fargo...
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US PRE-MARKET MOVERS: NVDA, AAPL, CWAN, ORCL, HON, UNF
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BROKER MOVES: OLLI upgraded Loop Capital; SEE downgraded at Raymond James
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Bank of America (BAC) CEO Moynihan says the bank is projecting a strong econo...
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Tesla (TSLA) sold 97.17k China-made vehicles in December, +3.6% Y/Y, CPCA
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OCC requests comments on proposed amendments to heightened standards
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European Movers: BP (BP/ LN) +1.4%, Elis (ELIS FP) -0.2%, Sanofi (SAN FP) -0.3%
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Fixed Income
PRE-MARKET JAPANESE AND SOUTH KOREAN STOCKS NEWS: BoJ rate decision in focus
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PRE-MARKET TAIWAN AND SINGAPORE STOCKS NEWS: Singapore Telecommunications (ST...
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PBoC injects CNY 56.2bln via 7-day reverse repos and CNY 100bln through 14-da...
PBoC injects CNY 56.2bln via 7-day reverse repos and CNY 100bln through 14-day reverse repos Traders are closely...

BoJ Governor Ueda (post-policy press conference) says Japan's economy is reco...
BoJ Governor Ueda (post-policy press conference) says Japan's economy is recovering moderately, albeit with some...

Japanese Economy Minister Kiuchi says FX is affected by various factors
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Bundesbank cuts growth forecast for 2026 to 0.6% (prev. 0.7%) and raises 2026...
Bundesbank cuts growth forecast for 2026 to 0.6% (prev. 0.7%) and raises 2026 inflation forecast for Germany to...
ECB's Santos Pereira says at this moment
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US Senator Wyden contacts seven tanker companies over carter-linked maritime ...
US Senator Wyden contacts seven tanker companies over carter-linked maritime fuel smuggling between the US and...
US U Mich Sentiment Final* (Dec) 52.9 vs. Exp. 53.4 (Prev. 53.3)
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Newsquawk Weekly Economic Calendar 22nd - 26th December 2025
Newsquawk Weekly Economic Calendar 22nd - 26th December 2025 Traders are closely monitoring upcoming economic data...
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US Special Envoy Witkoff says weekend meetings between US and Russian delegat...
US Special Envoy Witkoff says weekend meetings between US and Russian delegation were productive and constructive;...
PBoC injects CNY 67.3bln via 7-day reverse repos
PBoC injects CNY 67.3bln via 7-day reverse repos Traders are closely monitoring the energy sector amid fluctuating...

Former BoJ member Sakurai says the first hike to 1.0% could come around June ...
Former BoJ member Sakurai says the first hike to 1.0% could come around June or July and that the BoJ likely sees...

ECB's Kazimir says that the ECB remains flexible and will be ready to step in...
ECB's Kazimir says that the ECB remains flexible and will be ready to step in if needed. Analysts express concern...

ECB's Vujcic says the next Deposit Rate move could be in either direction
ECB's Vujcic says the next Deposit Rate move could be in either direction Traders are closely monitoring the...
Central Bank
PRE-MARKET JAPANESE AND SOUTH KOREAN STOCKS NEWS: BoJ rate decision in focus
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PRE-MARKET TAIWAN AND SINGAPORE STOCKS NEWS: Singapore Telecommunications (ST...
PRE-MARKET TAIWAN AND SINGAPORE STOCKS NEWS: Singapore Telecommunications (ST SP) unit Optus was criticised in...
PBoC injects CNY 56.2bln via 7-day reverse repos and CNY 100bln through 14-da...
PBoC injects CNY 56.2bln via 7-day reverse repos and CNY 100bln through 14-day reverse repos Traders are closely...

BoJ Governor Ueda (post-policy press conference) says Japan's economy is reco...
BoJ Governor Ueda (post-policy press conference) says Japan's economy is recovering moderately, albeit with some...

Japanese Economy Minister Kiuchi says FX is affected by various factors
Japanese Economy Minister Kiuchi says FX is affected by various factors, determined at markets Japanese Economy...

UK CBI Distributive Trades* (Dec) -44.0 (Prev. -32.0)
UK CBI Distributive Trades (Dec) -44.0 (Prev. -32.0) * Traders are closely monitoring the energy sector amid...
US Senator Wyden contacts seven tanker companies over carter-linked maritime ...
US Senator Wyden contacts seven tanker companies over carter-linked maritime fuel smuggling between the US and...
US U Mich Sentiment Final* (Dec) 52.9 vs. Exp. 53.4 (Prev. 53.3)
US U Mich Sentiment Final (Dec) 52.9 vs. Exp. 53.4 (Prev. 53.3) * Traders are closely monitoring the energy sector...
EU Consumer Confid. Flash * (Dec) -14.6 vs. Exp. -14.0 (Prev. -14.2)
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European Closes: Euro Stoxx 50 +0.29% at 5
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US Special Envoy Witkoff says weekend meetings between US and Russian delegat...
US Special Envoy Witkoff says weekend meetings between US and Russian delegation were productive and constructive;...
PBoC injects CNY 67.3bln via 7-day reverse repos
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Former BoJ member Sakurai says the first hike to 1.0% could come around June ...
Former BoJ member Sakurai says the first hike to 1.0% could come around June or July and that the BoJ likely sees...

ECB's Kazimir says that the ECB remains flexible and will be ready to step in...
ECB's Kazimir says that the ECB remains flexible and will be ready to step in if needed. Analysts express concern...

ECB's Vujcic says the next Deposit Rate move could be in either direction
ECB's Vujcic says the next Deposit Rate move could be in either direction Traders are closely monitoring the...

Newsquawk Daily Economic Releases - 23rd December 2025
Newsquawk Daily Economic Releases - 23rd December 2025 Traders are closely monitoring the release of key economic...
EU Session
"Iran's Judiciary on Protests: We Will Show No Mercy", according to Al Arabiya
"Iran's Judiciary on Protests: We Will Show No Mercy", according to Al Arabiya Iran's Judiciary has vowed no mercy...
Manchester United (MANU) sack Ruben Amorim as head coach
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ICICI Bank (ICICIBC IS) plans to maintain majority stake in ICICI Prudential ...
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German GfK Consumer Sentiment (Jan) -26.9 vs. Exp. -23.2 (Prev. -23.2
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BoJ Governor Ueda (post-policy press conference) says Japan's economy is reco...
BoJ Governor Ueda (post-policy press conference) says Japan's economy is recovering moderately, albeit with some...

The first phase of a Nanto data centre cluster would have 400-megawatt power ...
The first phase of a Nanto (?? CH) data centre cluster would have 400-megawatt power capacity, which would be...
BlueScope Steel (BSL AT) reportedly received a bid from an Australian and US ...
BlueScope Steel (BSL AT) reportedly received a bid from an Australian and US consortium at AUD 30/shr BlueScope...
UK PSNB Ex Banks GBP (Nov) 11.653B GB vs. Exp. 10.0B GB (Prev. 17.434B GB
UK PSNB Ex Banks GBP (Nov) 11.653B GB vs. Exp. 10.0B GB (Prev. 17.434B GB, Rev. 21.189B GB) Traders are closely...
Swedish Manufacturing Confidence* (Dec) 103.8 (Prev. 100.9)
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Turkish Consumer Confidence* (Dec) 83.5 (Prev. 85.0)
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UK Trade Minister Bryant confirms a hack of Government data
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China's Foreign Ministry on Japanese official talking about nuclear arms
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Hungarian Gross Wages YY (Oct) 8.7% (Prev. 9.5%)
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Belarus says "We are preparing to start the combat shift of the Russian Orysh...
Belarus says "We are preparing to start the combat shift of the Russian Oryshnik missile system", via Al Arabiya...

French Producer Prices MM (Nov) 1.1%
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China's Commerce Ministry has launched an investigation into some rubber prod...
China's Commerce Ministry has launched an investigation into some rubber products from the US, South Korea and the...
Highlighted
PRE-MARKET AUSTRALIAN STOCKS NEWS: Austal (ASB AT) announced award of 2 addit...
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PRE-MARKET JAPANESE AND SOUTH KOREAN STOCKS NEWS: BoJ rate decision in focus
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PRE-MARKET TAIWAN AND SINGAPORE STOCKS NEWS: Singapore Telecommunications (ST...
PRE-MARKET TAIWAN AND SINGAPORE STOCKS NEWS: Singapore Telecommunications (ST SP) unit Optus was criticised in...

PRE-MARKET CHINESE STOCKS NEWS: TikTok has signed a deal to sell its US entit...
PRE-MARKET CHINESE STOCKS NEWS: TikTok (?? CH) has signed a deal to sell its US entity to a joint venture...

PRE-MARKET INDIAN STOCKS NEWS: Bharat Petroleum (BPCL IS) board approved the ...
PRE-MARKET INDIAN STOCKS NEWS: Bharat Petroleum (BPCL IS) board approved the formation of a JV with Coal India...

Additional European Equity News
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US U Mich Sentiment Final* (Dec) 52.9 vs. Exp. 53.4 (Prev. 53.3)
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Newsquawk Weekly Economic Calendar 22nd - 26th December 2025
Newsquawk Weekly Economic Calendar 22nd - 26th December 2025 Traders are closely monitoring upcoming economic data...
PRE-MARKET AUSTRALIAN STOCKS NEWS
PRE-MARKET AUSTRALIAN STOCKS NEWS ANZ Group faces significant financial penalties, impacting the banking sector....
PRE-MARKET TAIWANESE AND SINGAPOREAN STOCKS NEWS
PRE-MARKET TAIWANESE AND SINGAPOREAN STOCKS NEWS Taiwanese and Singaporean markets see strategic acquisitions and...
PRE-MARKET INDIAN STOCKS NEWS
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ECB's Kazimir says that the ECB remains flexible and will be ready to step in...
ECB's Kazimir says that the ECB remains flexible and will be ready to step in if needed. Analysts express concern...
US PRE-MARKET MOVERS: NVDA, AAPL, CWAN, ORCL, HON, UNF
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BROKER MOVES: OLLI upgraded Loop Capital; SEE downgraded at Raymond James
BROKER MOVES: OLLI upgraded Loop Capital; SEE downgraded at Raymond James Ollie's Bargain sees an upgrade to Buy...

Newsquawk Daily Economic Releases - 23rd December 2025
Newsquawk Daily Economic Releases - 23rd December 2025 Traders are closely monitoring the release of key economic...

Auction History: US to sell USD 69bln of 2-year notes at 18:00GMT/13:00EST
Auction History: US to sell USD 69bln of 2-year notes at 18:00GMT/13:00EST US suspends offshore wind projects,...
Research Sheet
PRE-MARKET JAPANESE AND SOUTH KOREAN STOCKS NEWS: BoJ rate decision in focus
PRE-MARKET JAPANESE AND SOUTH KOREAN STOCKS NEWS: BoJ rate decision in focus Japan's corporate landscape sees...
PRE-MARKET TAIWAN AND SINGAPORE STOCKS NEWS: Singapore Telecommunications (ST...
PRE-MARKET TAIWAN AND SINGAPORE STOCKS NEWS: Singapore Telecommunications (ST SP) unit Optus was criticised in...
PRE-MARKET CHINESE STOCKS NEWS: TikTok has signed a deal to sell its US entit...
PRE-MARKET CHINESE STOCKS NEWS: TikTok (?? CH) has signed a deal to sell its US entity to a joint venture...

PRE-MARKET INDIAN STOCKS NEWS: Bharat Petroleum (BPCL IS) board approved the ...
PRE-MARKET INDIAN STOCKS NEWS: Bharat Petroleum (BPCL IS) board approved the formation of a JV with Coal India...

Additional European Equity News
Additional European Equity News Balfour Beatty generates GBP 24mln profit from the sale of Foundry Courtyard. BBVA...

US PRE-MARKET MOVERS: NKE, WYFI, KBH, LYFT, ELV
US PRE-MARKET MOVERS: NKE, WYFI, KBH, LYFT, ELV Nike (NKE) shares decline 11% following disappointing China and...
Newsquawk Weekly Economic Calendar 22nd - 26th December 2025
Newsquawk Weekly Economic Calendar 22nd - 26th December 2025 Traders are closely monitoring upcoming economic data...
PRE-MARKET AUSTRALIAN STOCKS NEWS
PRE-MARKET AUSTRALIAN STOCKS NEWS ANZ Group faces significant financial penalties, impacting the banking sector....
PRE-MARKET JAPANESE AND SOUTH KOREAN STOCKS NEWS
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PBoC injects CNY 67.3bln via 7-day reverse repos
PBoC injects CNY 67.3bln via 7-day reverse repos Traders are closely monitoring the energy sector amid fluctuating...
ECB's Kazimir says that the ECB remains flexible and will be ready to step in...
ECB's Kazimir says that the ECB remains flexible and will be ready to step in if needed. Analysts express concern...
US PRE-MARKET MOVERS: NVDA, AAPL, CWAN, ORCL, HON, UNF
US PRE-MARKET MOVERS: NVDA, AAPL, CWAN, ORCL, HON, UNF NVDA gains 1.8% on news of AI chip shipments to China,...
BROKER MOVES: OLLI upgraded Loop Capital; SEE downgraded at Raymond James
BROKER MOVES: OLLI upgraded Loop Capital; SEE downgraded at Raymond James Ollie's Bargain sees an upgrade to Buy...

Newsquawk Daily Economic Releases - 23rd December 2025
Newsquawk Daily Economic Releases - 23rd December 2025 Traders are closely monitoring the release of key economic...

Auction History: US to sell USD 69bln of 2-year notes at 18:00GMT/13:00EST
Auction History: US to sell USD 69bln of 2-year notes at 18:00GMT/13:00EST US suspends offshore wind projects,...

CRUDE WRAP: WTI (G6) SETTLES USD 1.49 HIGHER AT 58.01/BBL
CRUDE WRAP: WTI (G6) SETTLES USD 1.49 HIGHER AT 58.01/BBL; BRENT (G6) SETTLES USD 1.60 HIGHER AT 62.07/BBL Crude...
Important
New Zealand ANZ Business Outlook* (Dec) 73.6% (Prev. 67.1%)
New Zealand ANZ Business Outlook (Dec) 73.6% (Prev. 67.1%) * Traders are closely monitoring the energy sector amid...
US President Trump administration initiates multi-agency review of NVIDIA (NV...
US President Trump administration initiates multi-agency review of NVIDIA (NVDA) H200 licenses for sales to China,...
Japanese Finance Minister Katayama says will consider fiscal sustainability t...
Japanese Finance Minister Katayama says will consider fiscal sustainability to some extent in compiling next...

Australia's ASIC says federal court orders AUD 250mln combined penalties agai...
Australia's ASIC says federal court orders AUD 250mln combined penalties against ANZ (ANZ AT) Traders are closely...

German Chancellor Merz says Ukraine will receive an interest-free loan of EUR...
German Chancellor Merz says Ukraine will receive an interest-free loan of EUR 90bln with these funds sufficient to...

Bank of Korea announces temporary measures to boost dollar supply in the mark...
Bank of Korea announces temporary measures to boost dollar supply in the market from financial institutions...
UK PSNB Ex Banks GBP (Nov) 11.653B GB vs. Exp. 10.0B GB (Prev. 17.434B GB
UK PSNB Ex Banks GBP (Nov) 11.653B GB vs. Exp. 10.0B GB (Prev. 17.434B GB, Rev. 21.189B GB) Traders are closely...
China's Foreign Ministry on Japanese official talking about nuclear arms
China's Foreign Ministry on Japanese official talking about nuclear arms, says if the reports are true, then the...
China's Commerce Ministry has launched an investigation into some rubber prod...
China's Commerce Ministry has launched an investigation into some rubber products from the US, South Korea and the...
Japanese Economy Minister Kiuchi says FX is affected by various factors
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US President Trump says "I do not rule out a war with Venezuela", via NBC
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Capital One (COF) reportedly concerned about AI costs rising via cloud comput...
Capital One (COF) reportedly concerned about AI costs rising via cloud computing relationship with AWS (AMZN) and...
Russia's President Putin says US President Trump is making frank efforts to e...
Russia's President Putin says US President Trump is making frank efforts to end the conflict in Ukraine. Russian...

UK CBI Distributive Trades* (Dec) -44.0 (Prev. -32.0)
UK CBI Distributive Trades (Dec) -44.0 (Prev. -32.0) * Traders are closely monitoring the energy sector amid...

Ukraine has hit Russian shadow fleet tanker in the Mediterranean sea for the ...
Ukraine has hit Russian shadow fleet tanker in the Mediterranean sea for the first time, according to Reuters...

China Cabinet meeting said it should consolidate positive trend economy and p...
China Cabinet meeting said it should consolidate positive trend economy and prevent major accidents in production,...

























































