Markets are cautiously optimistic as the festive season approaches, with expectations of an economic rebound driven by consumption. Synchronized fiscal and monetary easing, coupled with a wealth effect from rising gold prices, are expected to fuel broad-based recovery. Long-term themes like defence and aerospace also present significant investment opportunities.
US stocks today: US market ends higher, S&P 500, Nasdaq notch biggest monthly gains in years
U.S. stocks surged on Thursday, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq achieving their largest monthly gains in years. Strong corporate earnings, particularly from tech giants