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Asian Stocks to Gain as Bets for Fed Rate Cut Rise: Markets Wrap

Asian stocks were set to drift higher Thursday after US shares climbed as more evidence of a slowing US jobs market supported the case for a December Federal Reserve interest rate cut.

Asian stocks were set to drift higher Thursday after US shares climbed as more evidence of a slowing US jobs market supported the case for a December Federal Reserve interest rate cut.
Bloomberg Markets • Dec 3, 10:27 PM
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Asian Stocks Track US Peers Higher on Fed Cut Bets: Markets Wrap

Asian stocks advanced at Thursday’s open, tracking gains in US peers after more evidence of a slowing job market boosted the case for the Federal Reserve to lower interest rates next week.

Asian stocks advanced at Thursday’s open, tracking gains in US peers after more evidence of a slowing job market boosted the case for the Federal Reserve to lower interest rates next week.
Bloomberg Markets • Dec 3, 10:27 PM
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Japanese Stocks Rally, Bond Sale Sees Solid Demand: Markets Wrap

Japanese shares outperformed in Asia on Thursday after more evidence of a slowing US job market boosted the case for the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates next week.

Japanese shares outperformed in Asia on Thursday after more evidence of a slowing US job market boosted the case for the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates next week. A sale of the Asian nation’s 30-year government bonds drew the strongest demand since 2019.
Bloomberg Markets • Dec 3, 10:27 PM
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Stocks Rise Amid Signs Rally Broadening, Yuan Dips: Markets Wrap

Stocks rose, led by gains in Japan, amid signs a rally in global equities is broadening into the year-end.

Stocks rose, led by gains in Japan, amid signs a rally in global equities is broadening into the year-end. The yuan slipped after China set its daily reference rate for the currency at a level that was significantly weaker than estimated by traders and analysts.
Bloomberg Markets • Dec 3, 10:27 PM
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Stocks Rise as Traders Gear Up for Year-End Rally: Markets Wrap

US stock futures held gains as Asian and European equities set the pace on Thursday, with traders betting that a Federal Reserve interest rate cut will drive a global rally into year-end.

US stock futures held gains as Asian and European equities set the pace on Thursday, with traders betting that a Federal Reserve interest rate cut will drive a global rally into year-end.
Bloomberg Markets • Dec 3, 10:27 PM
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Stocks Waver on the Brink of Record as Bonds Fall: Markets Wrap

A rally that put the stock market within a striking distance of its all-time highs struggled to gain a whole lot of traction ahead of next week’s Federal Reserve decision.

A rally that put the stock market within a striking distance of its all-time highs struggled to gain a whole lot of traction ahead of next week’s Federal Reserve decision. Bitcoin halted its rebound. Bonds fell.
Bloomberg Markets • Dec 3, 10:27 PM
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S&P 500 Wavers Near All-Time Highs as Bonds Fall: Markets Wrap

A rally that put the stock market within a striking distance of its all-time highs struggled to gain a whole lot of traction ahead of next week’s Federal Reserve decision.

A rally that put the stock market within a striking distance of its all-time highs struggled to gain a whole lot of traction ahead of next week’s Federal Reserve decision. Bitcoin halted its rebound. Bonds fell.
Bloomberg Markets • Dec 3, 10:27 PM
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LendingClub's Sanborn on the State of Consumer Credit

LendingClub CEO Scott Sanborn discusses the company's customer base, the state of the US credit market and current credit card rates.

LendingClub CEO Scott Sanborn discusses the company's customer base, the state of the US credit market and current credit card rates. He speaks with Tim Stenovec, Carol Massar and Herman Chan on 'Bloomberg Businessweek Daily.' (Source: Bloomberg)
Bloomberg Politics • Dec 3, 10:21 PM
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Commerce Bancshares, Inc. to Acquire FineMark Holdings, Inc. in Strategic Merger Deal

Commerce Bancshares, Inc. has announced its intent to acquire FineMark Holdings, Inc. in a strategic merger that will enhance its market position and expand its service offerings. The merger, which involves a total of approximately 10.28 million shares of Commerce's common stock, underscores the firm’s commitment to growth and diversification.

In a significant move within the financial services sector, Commerce Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: CBSH), a Missouri-based banking institution, has declared its intention to merge with FineMark Holdings, Inc., a Florida corporation. This merger is formalized through the Agreement and Plan of Merger dated June 16, 2025. The transaction is expected to fortify Commerce Bancshares' market presence, particularly in the southeastern U.S., by incorporating FineMark’s established client base and operational efficiencies. The financial terms of the...
USFM • Dec 3, 10:20 PM
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Strive, Inc. to Merge with Semler Scientific, Inc. in Strategic Move to Expand Portfolio

Strive, Inc. has announced its plans to merge with Semler Scientific, Inc., aiming to enhance its market presence and service offerings in the healthcare sector. This strategic merger is expected to create significant synergies, with potential implications for shareholders and regulatory scrutiny.

Strive, Inc. (NASDAQ: STRV) is set to merge with Semler Scientific, Inc. (NASDAQ: SMLR) in a transformative deal that seeks to bolster Strive's capabilities in the healthcare industry. The merger, detailed in an S-4/A filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission on December 3, 2025, is designed to leverage Semler's expertise and innovations in medical technology and diagnostics. Financially, the merger represents a significant transaction, although specific deal values and exchange ratios have not been...
USFM • Dec 3, 10:20 PM
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Bessent Under Discussion to Also Lead National Economic Council

Donald Trump’s aides and allies are discussing the possibility of making Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent the top White House economic adviser — in addition to his current job — should the president pick Kevin Hassett as the next chair of the Federal Reserve, according to people familiar with the matter.

Donald Trump’s aides and allies are discussing the possibility of making Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent the top White House economic adviser — in addition to his current job — should the president pick Kevin Hassett as the next chair of the Federal Reserve, according to people familiar with the matter.
Bloomberg Politics • Dec 3, 10:12 PM