London, Dec 19, 2025 (AFP) - Stocks mixed with focus on central banks, tech

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European stock markets steadied Friday after solid gains in Asia, as traders reacted to central bank activity and easing concerns over the technology sector. Below-forecast US inflation data Thursday boosted hopes that the Federal Reserve would cut interest rates next month. The yen fell against the dollar on profit-taking after the Bank of Japan on Friday hiked, as expected, its own borrowing costs to a three-decade high, hours after data showed......

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WINDHOEK, 13 December 2025 - UNAM Football Club head coach Robert Nauseb during Round 12 of the Namibia Premier Football League match against African Stars at the UNAM Stadium. The game ended 1-1 extending UNAM's unbeaten run to 12 matches during the 2025/26 Premier League Season. (Photo by: Hesron Kapanga) NAMPA

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WINDHOEK, 13 December 2025 - UNAM Football Club head coach Robert Nauseb (right) and assistant coach Willem Mwedihanga during Round 12 of the Namibia Premier Football League match against African Stars at the UNAM Stadium. The game ended 1-1 extending UNAM's unbeaten run to 12 matches during the 2025/26 Premier League Season. (Photo by: Hesron Kapanga) NAMPA

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