Hong Kong, Dec 4, 2025 (AFP) - Markets mixed as traders struggle to hold Fed cut rally

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2025-12-04

Asian and European markets were mixed Thursday after the latest batch of US data reinforced expectations that the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates for a third successive time next week. Wall Street rose for a second straight day after a minor selloff on Monday, though regional traders moved a little more tentatively as worries over extended valuations in the tech sector continued to linger. Bets on a US reduction on Wednesday have surged t......

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