Global stocks saw a slight dip on the final trading day of 2025, concluding a strong year. European markets achieved all-time highs, with banking and mining sectors leading the gains. Asian stocks remained steady, bolstered by a surge in South Korea's tech sector and China's manufacturing PMI unexpectedly returning to growth. Meanwhile, precious metals like gold and oil prices finished the week and year with sharp declines, while the US dollar recorded its biggest annual loss in eight years.
31-12-2025 11:03 GMT
by Zain Vawda