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Stock Futures Rise Amid Venezuela Tensions and Market Updates

Originally Published 6 days ago — by Investing.com

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U.S. stock futures rose following geopolitical developments in Venezuela, with major indices snapping four-day losing streaks and oil prices fluctuating amid U.S. military actions and sanctions. Investors are also awaiting key U.S. employment data and manufacturing reports, amid ongoing debates over interest rate policies and economic outlook for 2026.

FTSE 100 Reaches 10,000 Milestone in New Year Rally

Originally Published 9 days ago — by CNBC

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European shares, led by technology, rallied as Britain's FTSE 100 briefly surpassed 10,000 points for the first time, while the Stoxx 600 index rose nearly 16% in 2025. Major stocks like TSMC and ASML gained on positive news, and precious metals gold and silver saw significant increases, supported by global economic factors and investor optimism at the start of the year.

Stocks Rise and Gold Extends Rally in Early 2026

Originally Published 9 days ago — by Reuters

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Stocks started 2026 positively amid thin holiday trading, with precious metals extending their rally driven by rate cuts and geopolitical factors. Investors are focused on the Fed's policy path and U.S. economic data, while currency markets show a weaker dollar amid expectations of easing and concerns over Fed independence under the new presidential administration.

European Markets End Year on a High Amid Mixed Trading and Geopolitical Focus

Originally Published 11 days ago — by CNBC

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European stocks opened mixed on the last trading day of 2025, with defense stocks rising and regional markets reaching new highs, while precious metals like gold and silver declined; trading was limited due to the holiday schedule, and no major European data was released.