Two REITs that carry yields of 12% to 13% would interest any income-focused investors.

Downside imbalance favors continuation despite risk-on regime, with elevated yields and thin participation amplifying intraday volatility into year-end

U.S. data flow picks up through the week, but the key focus for markets is likely to be the release of the December FOMC meeting minutes tomorrow, which should provide further insight into the Fed’s policy path.

Bitcoin investors are looking ahead to the new year with cautious optimism after a volatile 2025.