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If TikTok is banned, American small businesses and creators are expected to lose over $1.3 billion in just one month, as TikTok and ByteDance continue to seek legal avenues to prevent the ban from taking effect.

South Korean stocks rose over 2% Tuesday, rebounding from a 13-month low as the government pledged market-stabilizing measures. The KOSPI gained 2.37%, surpassing 2400 points.

The UK Chancellor of the Exchequer stated that strengthening economic ties with the EU will drive growth, while investor confidence in the Eurozone declines. The dollar continues to rise, supported by strong economic data and risk-aversion sentiment.

Gold prices remain near a two-week high as investors focus on this week's U.S. CPI data and global central bank rate cut expectations, with market sentiment influenced by geopolitical tensions and monetary policy.

November US CPI rebound may influence Fed rate cuts, while GBP/USD faces short-term resistance.

The Reserve Bank of Australia kept the benchmark interest rate at 4.35% for the ninth consecutive time, stating progress in controlling inflation, though the economic outlook remains uncertain.

China's November trade data missed expectations, with slower exports, lower imports, but a surprise rise in the trade surplus. The government promises more stimulus measures to boost growth.

CME 'FedWatch' shows an 85.8% chance of a 25bps rate cut by the Fed in December and a 22% chance of a 50bps cut in January. Morgan Stanley economists predict rate cuts in both months.

Driven by fund adjustments and global dynamics, corn hit a 6-month high, while soybeans dipped due to South America's expected bumper harvest. The market awaits the USDA's supply and demand report.

The sudden change in Syria's political situation has intensified regional uncertainty, driving an oil price rebound. However, the market remains focused on the strengthening of the dollar and changes in Federal Reserve policy.

The election of Trump and the nomination by Besent affect the U.S. treasury market, with political factors driving yield volatility, which may continue in the future.

Syria's political turmoil and global uncertainties caused a surge in precious metal prices, with spot gold jumping nearly $40 and silver also rising sharply.

India appoints Sanjay Malhotra as Central Bank Governor, raising expectations for rate cuts and policy changes.

U.S. consumers anticipate rising inflation, but remain optimistic about their personal financial outlook, revealing future challenges alongside confidence according to a New York Fed report.

Morgan Stanley analysts have indicated that the dollar has absorbed most of the positive news, and investors should consider selling it. They suggest shorting the dollar through GBP/USD or AUD/USD.

Japan has raised its economic growth forecast for the third quarter. Despite weak consumption and persistent external risks, expectations for an interest rate hike by the Bank of Japan in December have strengthened.

Despite mixed November non-farm data, weakening household surveys suggest the Fed will cut rates by 25bps in December, with steady cuts in early 2025, slowing later.

Political turmoil in France and ECB dovish expectations pressure the euro, while the pound, boosted by services PMI, awaits this week's GDP data challenges.

The Australian stock market rose 0.02% on Monday, led by consumer discretionary and telecom sectors amid mixed performance.

Hong Kong stocks rebounded as the Hang Seng neared 20,000, driven by credit repair and policy improvement expectations, says CICC.

By 2025, U.S. real estate will see rising prices, rebounding sales, high mortgage rates, an attractive rental market, and climate risks shaping the industry.

The futures market shows notable fluctuations driven by global supply-demand shifts and policy changes, with analysis and trends for key commodities like rebar, silver, palm oil, and corn.

On Monday, the Nikkei 225 Index rose 0.62% to 39,332.55 points, while South Korea's KOSPI Index fell 1.5% to 2,392.37 points, as the market focused on the prospects for global economic recovery and regional uncertainties.

South Korean President Yoon faces pressure to step down early, with the ruling party's proposal for governance transfer sparking strong opposition and deepening political instability.

Japan's economic growth in the third quarter exceeded expectations with an annualized rate of 1.2%, supporting the momentum of economic recovery. The market speculates that the Bank of Japan may raise interest rates this month.

Market expects an 85.1% chance of a 25-basis-point Fed rate cut in December, with possible further cuts in January, shifting focus to future policy directions.

Saudi Aramco announced a reduction in the oil prices for Asia in January 2025, while adjusting prices for the European market, drawing market attention to energy supply and demand.

Last Friday (Dec 6), spot gold rose slightly to $2,633.02/oz, driven by the U.S. jobs report showing a loosening labor market and China’s central bank increasing gold holdings.