1. November CPI in the U.S. rises as expected, Fed likely to slow down rate cuts: November CPI data showed that inflation remains a concern for Fed policymakers and American households.
2. Russia could be cut off from important revenue: The U.S. is about to implement new sanctions targeting Moscow's oil, with buyers also caught in the crossfire.
3. World gold continues to rise to over 2,750 USD after U.S. inflation data: Gold prices increased on Wednesday (12/11), after inflation figures met forecasts, boosting the likelihood that the U.S. Federal Reserve (Fed) will cut interest rates.