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Core Viewpoint - U.S. stock futures are experiencing fluctuations as investors anticipate a widely expected interest-rate cut from the Federal Reserve [1][2]. Group 1: Market Performance - Futures for the Dow Jones Industrial Average are largely flat after the index dropped by 279 points on Tuesday, closing at 47,560 [2]. - S&P 500 futures increased by less than 0.1%, while contracts for the tech-heavy Nasdaq also rose by less than 0.1% [2]. - The yield on the benchmark 10-year U.S. Treasury note is currently at 4.18% [2].

Core Insights - Ethereum, Solana, and other cryptocurrencies are experiencing an upward trend in their market values [1] Group 1 - Ethereum's market performance is showing positive momentum [1] - Solana is also witnessing an increase in its value [1] - Other cryptocurrencies are following a similar upward trajectory [1]

Core Viewpoint - The content emphasizes the importance of conducting personal research and due diligence before making any financial decisions, particularly in the context of complex financial instruments like cryptocurrencies and CFDs [1]. Group 1 - The website provides general news, personal analysis, and third-party materials intended for educational and research purposes [1]. - It explicitly states that the information does not constitute a recommendation or advice for investment actions [1]. - Users are encouraged to consult competent advisors and consider their individual financial situations before making decisions [1]. Group 2 - The website highlights the high risk associated with cryptocurrencies and CFDs, noting that they are complex instruments that can lead to significant financial losses [1]. - It advises users to fully understand how these instruments work and the associated risks before investing [1]. - The content may include advertisements and promotional materials, with the company potentially receiving compensation from third parties [1].

Core Insights - The chair of the central bank is facing internal divisions within the institution while also being pressured by President Trump and potential successors [1] Group 1 - The central bank's leadership is currently experiencing significant challenges due to internal conflicts [1] - President Trump is actively involved in the situation, adding external pressure on the central bank's chair [1] - There are front-runners emerging who are positioning themselves to replace the current chair of the central bank [1]

Core Viewpoint - Gold prices increased as a U.S. inflation indicator aligned with market expectations, bolstering the argument for a potential Federal Reserve rate cut later this week [1] Group 1 - The rise in gold prices is attributed to the alignment of U.S. inflation indicators with market expectations [1] - ANZ Research suggests that this inflation data supports the case for a Federal Reserve rate cut [1]

Core Viewpoint - The content emphasizes the importance of conducting personal research and due diligence before making any financial decisions, particularly in the context of complex financial instruments like cryptocurrencies and CFDs [1]. Group 1 - The website provides general news, personal analysis, and third-party materials intended for educational and research purposes [1]. - It explicitly states that the information does not constitute a recommendation or advice for investment actions [1]. - Users are encouraged to consult competent advisors and consider their individual financial situations before making decisions [1]. Group 2 - The website highlights the high risk associated with cryptocurrencies and CFDs, noting that they are complex instruments that can lead to significant financial losses [1]. - It advises users to fully understand how these instruments work and the associated risks before investing [1]. - The content may include advertisements and promotional material, with the company potentially receiving compensation from third parties [1].

Economic Outlook - Global economic growth is projected to be at its lowest levels since the pandemic, but the outlook has improved slightly due to increased AI-related investments offsetting U.S. import tariffs [1] - Fitch Ratings forecasts global economic growth of 2.5% in 2025 and 2.4% in 2026, a 0.1 percentage point upward revision from September [2] - OECD anticipates global GDP to decline from 3.2% in 2025 to 2.9% in 2026, before recovering to 3.1% in 2027 [2] Global Equity Performance - The S&P World Index has increased by 19.61% over the past year and 2.59% quarter to date, outperforming the S&P 500 [3] - Investors with portfolios concentrated in U.S. ETFs may have higher exposure to the information technology sector, particularly the "Magnificent 7" tech giants, which constitute about 35% of the S&P 500 [4] Investment Strategies - International equity ETFs provide a practical solution for investors looking to reduce U.S. asset exposure, offering diversification and potential for improved risk-adjusted returns [5] - In November, international equity ETFs experienced inflows of $24.6 billion [6] Market Conditions - Anticipation of a Fed rate cut in December is enhancing the attractiveness of global equities, with an 87.2% probability of a rate cut indicated by the CME FedWatch tool [7] - A declining U.S. dollar is also increasing interest in global equity funds, with the U.S. Dollar Index falling 0.54% over the past five days and 8.75% year to date [8] ETF Recommendations - Recommended international equity ETFs include Schwab International Equity ETF (SCHF), Schwab Fundamental International Equity ETF (FNDF), Dimensional International Core Equity Market ETF (DFAI), and Avantis International Equity ETF (AVDE), all with significant exposure to Japan, the U.K., and Canada [9][10] - For dividend-focused investments, options include WisdomTree International Hedged Quality Dividend Growth Fund (IHDG), Vanguard International Dividend Appreciation ETF (VIGI), and iShares International Select Dividend ETF (IDV), with yields of 2.55%, 1.86%, and 4.44% respectively [11][12] - Emerging market ETFs like iShares Core MSCI Emerging Markets ETF (IEMG), Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets ETF (VWO), and iShares MSCI Emerging Markets ETF (EEM) have shown a gain of 17.92% over the past year [13]

But I want to get to the broader markets. And we have a Fed meeting next week and there's a lot going on in rates as well. So let's bring in Rick Rieder.We have a ton of economic data coming out at the top of the hour, Rick. And normally we would have also jobs day to day. That's going to be pushed forward a couple of weeks or back, a couple of weeks, I should say.And this leads me to my my main question. Why would the Fed meet next week if they're not going to get the big jobs number out until after their ...

Bitcoin treasury firm Twenty One Capital, Inc. has received shareholder approval for its business combination with Cantor Equity Partners (CEP), with CEP shareholders voting in favor of the proposed merger and all related proposals. The transaction is expected to close around December 8, pending completion of closing conditions outlined in regulatory filings with the SEC. Upon completion of the business combination and associated PIPE financing, the merged entity will operate under the Twenty One Capital na ...