Stocks in Asia fell sharply as concerns over escalating trade tensions, particularly due to President Trump’s tariff announcements, weighed on market sentiment. The U.S. dollar remained strong against major currencies, while the safe-haven yen and Swiss franc gained ground amid lower U.S. Treasury yields. Investors are now anticipating potential Federal Reserve interest rate cuts in response to soft economic data and will closely monitor upcoming inflation and employment figures.
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Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway highlights five dividend stocks for passive income amid potential market sell-offs in 2025: Coca-Cola, American Express, Visa, Chevron, and Kraft Heinz. These companies offer reliable dividends and resilience during economic downturns, making them attractive for long-term investors.
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Stocks opened higher but fell after the White House announced tariffs against Mexico, Canada, and China. The December Personal Consumption Expenditures Price Index showed inflation pressures easing, with personal income rising 0.4% and consumer spending up 0.7%. Notable stock movements included Apple, which ended down 0.7% after missing iPhone revenue expectations, and Walgreens, which plunged 10.3% after suspending its dividend to strengthen its balance sheet. The Dow closed down 0.8%, the S&P 500 fell 0.5%, and the Nasdaq dropped 0.3%.
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U.S. stock index futures rose as traders anticipated crucial inflation data, while Chevron’s shares fell after disappointing Q4 earnings. The market reacted to uncertainty surrounding potential tariffs on Canadian and Mexican imports, with conflicting reports from the White House adding to volatility. Economic data indicated that the Federal Reserve is likely to maintain interest rates, as inflation and consumer spending showed expected increases.
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European markets opened lower, with the Stoxx 600 index down 0.69% and tech stocks falling 4% amid concerns over competition from China’s DeepSeek AI model. Ryanair revised its passenger traffic goals due to Boeing delivery delays but reported stronger-than-expected profits for the December quarter. Spot gold rose 1% to $2,781.66 per ounce, nearing its all-time high, driven by political and economic uncertainties.
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Stocks rose and Treasury yields fell as President Trump issued executive orders on his first day back, focusing on trade and immigration without imposing tariffs, easing market fears. However, oil and renewable energy stocks declined following his reversal of Biden-era energy policies. Bitcoin rebounded after the acting SEC head announced a task force for crypto regulation, while assets linked to Trump saw profit-taking after pre-inauguration gains.
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Amgen’s stock faced pressure in 2024 due to disappointing Phase 2 results for its weight-loss drug, MariTide, despite strong earnings reports. Meanwhile, Chevron and Verizon navigated challenging market conditions, with Chevron’s performance buoyed by dividends and Verizon’s growth hindered by significant debt. Johnson & Johnson and Merck also struggled, facing headwinds from market dynamics and regulatory challenges.
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