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flag European markets dipped slightly as holiday trading slowed; U.S. stocks rose on easing inflation, gold hit a record.

flag European stock markets opened flat to slightly lower on December 22, 2025, as holiday trading volumes thinned ahead of a shortened week. flag The CAC 40 dipped 0.3% amid low activity, with major exchanges closing early Wednesday. flag U.S. markets edged up on signs of slowing inflation, supporting expectations of further Federal Reserve rate cuts. flag The S&P 500 remained near its December 11 record, with analysts eyeing a potential 7,000 milestone by year-end. flag Bond yields rose globally, with German Bunds above 2.9%, French OATs at 6.6%, and U.S. Treasuries near 4.15%. flag Gold surged to a record $4,447.40 per ounce, an unusual rise amid strong equities.

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