US April wholesale inventories +2.2% vs +2.1% expected

A source in Japan’s PM office said the country may need nuclear weapons in principle, reigniting debate over its non-nuclear stance. The remarks come as PM Takaichi considers reviewing the Three Non-Nuclear Principles.

US avg credit score hits 715, but states like MS lag at 680. Scores impact loan rates & risk.

Economic and event calendar in Asia December 19, 2025 - Bank of Japan rate hike expected Asian Economic Calendar: Key events and consensus expectations for 19 December 2025

New Zealand records November trade deficit as imports exceed exports (d'uh ;-) ) The data is unlikely to shift NZD or RBNZ expectations on its own.

investingLive Americas market news wrap: Big drop in US CPI sparks confusion Forex news for North American trading on Dec 18, 2025

Thursday stock market wrap: Soft CPI ignites relief rally in the major indices. Gains are led by the NASDAQ index which rose by 1.38%

Micron's 10%+ surge revives AI stocks! Sold out thru '26, but watch cyclical risks & peak valuations.