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Image for UK stocks rise on boost from industrials and financialsFinance

UK Stocks Rise on Boost From Industrials and Financials

Image for Polish central bank likely going into wait-and-see mode after cut, governor saysFinance

Polish Central Bank Likely Going Into Wait-And-See Mode After Cut, Governor Says

Image for Former senior EU diplomat Mogherini resigns as rector amid fraud probeFinance

Former Senior EU Diplomat Mogherini Resigns as Rector Amid Fraud Probe

Image for Irish domestic economy grows 2.3% in third quarter, GDP remains elevatedFinance

Irish Domestic Economy Grows 2.3% in Third Quarter, GDP Remains Elevated

Image for EU considering interim measures against Meta, EU antitrust chief says

EU Considering Interim Measures Against Meta, EU Antitrust Chief Says

Date: December 4, 2025

BRUSSELS, Dec 4 (Reuters) - EU regulators are considering whether to impose interim measures against Meta over its rollout of artificial intelligence features in its messaging service WhatsApp, EU...

Image for Philips shares slump over 6% after Citi flags weaker growth

Philips Shares Slump Over 6% After Citi Flags Weaker Growth

Date: December 4, 2025

By Danilo Masoni MILAN, Dec 4 (Reuters) - Philips shares fell by their most in nearly 10 months on Thursday, down over 7% after traders flagged concerns about growth expectations and tariff headwinds...

Image for Watches of Switzerland sees 15% surge in US sales on demand for high-end timepieces

Watches of Switzerland Sees 15% Surge in US Sales on Demand for High-End Timepieces

Date: December 4, 2025

Dec 4 (Reuters) - Luxury retailer Watches of Switzerland Group reported a 15% jump in U.S. sales for the first half of the year on Thursday, boosted by strong demand for high-end timepieces in its...

Image for Aurubis seeks curbs to keep metal recycling materials in EU

Aurubis Seeks Curbs to Keep Metal Recycling Materials in EU

Date: December 4, 2025

Dec 4 (Reuters) - Europe's largest copper producer Aurubis reported annual earnings below market expectations on Thursday, weighed down by lower concentrate throughput at reduced treatment and...

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Morning Bid: Day Off for Dollar Debasement Trade

Date: December 4, 2025

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Gregor Stuart Hunter The greenback is getting a reprieve as monetary authorities in Asia's biggest economies signal discomfort with weakness...

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Trading Day: Fed Hopes Fire Risk Rally

Date: December 4, 2025

By Jamie McGeever ORLANDO, Florida, Dec 3 (Reuters) - Stocks rose while U.S. bond yields and the dollar fell on Wednesday, after surprisingly weak private sector jobs data increased the likelihood...