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US close: S&P 500 inches closer to record high after PCE data
Fri 05 December 2025 23:59
(Sharecast News) - US stocks finished with mild gains on Friday but ended the week firmly higher as interest rate cut speculation continues to prop up equity markets, with the S&P 500 settling just inches below all-time highs.
Europe open: Shares rise as eyes turn to Fed rate call next week; Ocado jumps
Fri 05 December 2025 08:15
(Sharecast News) - European shares opened in upbeat mood on Friday as investors looked ahead to next week's Federal Reserve meeting with bets increasing on a 25 basis point cut in interest rates.