Asian Markets Mixed as China Conducts Taiwan Drills and Gold Hits $4,500
TL;DR
Global stock markets mostly declined during quiet holiday trading amid China's military exercises near Taiwan, which heightened geopolitical tensions. Despite the drills, Taiwan's stock rose slightly, while other Asian markets showed mixed results. Gold and silver prices fell after recent gains, and oil prices increased. The markets remain sensitive to geopolitical developments and economic policies.
- World shares are mostly lower in quiet holiday trading as China stages war drills near Taiwan ABC News
- Asian shares are mixed in quiet holiday trading after a lackluster post-Christmas day on Wall St Yahoo Finance
- Asia markets mixed in Christmas Eve trading; gold crosses $4,500 for the first time CNBC
- Japan and China indexes move higher as sentiment remains elevated (FXI:NYSEARCA) Seeking Alpha
- Asian Stocks Rise, Precious Metals Soar on Fed Bets Eudaimonia and Co
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