Market Focus Daily: Monday, December 9, 2024

Published Mon, Dec 9, 2024 · 05:46 PM

Market updates for Monday. PHOTO: ADOBE STOCK

Korea stocks drop as impeachment vote fails; China eases monetary policy stance, vows more fiscal spending; US Bitcoin ETF inflows near US$10 billion since Trump election win.

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Singapore shares close flat amid mixed Asia markets on China stimulus hopes

South Korean stocks' retreat came on a broadly upbeat day for Asian markets.

Asia: Seoul stocks drop on South Korea woes; most markets rise

China's Politburo announced a "moderately loose" strategy for next year, signaling more easing for investors.

China eases monetary policy stance, vows more fiscal spending

The token’s six-week streak of gains through Sunday is the longest such run since the crypto frenzy of 2021.

US Bitcoin ETF inflows near US$10 billion since Trump election win

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