As of the latest financial dynamics for the hour ending December 24, 2025, global markets are trading lightly ahead of Christmas Eve. The US stock market continued its strong performance from the previous trading day, with the S&P 500 index closing at a record high for the fourth consecutive day, primarily driven by technology stocks and a better-than-expected GDP growth of 4.3% for the third quarter. However, the consumer confidence index has dropped to 89.1, indicating increased concerns about employment and income. Asian stock markets opened slightly higher, with the Australian stock index falling slightly. The cryptocurrency market has seen increased volatility, with Bitcoin retreating below $88,000, down about 1% in the past 24 hours, while Ethereum hovers around $3,000, leading to a decrease in overall market capitalization. Gold and silver prices remain high, with the market focused on the Federal Reserve's interest rate path and potential 'Santa Claus rally'. Today, US stocks will close early at 1 PM, with no major data releases, leading to cautiously optimistic investor sentiment.
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