The South Korea Seoul Composite Index rose 1.8%, leading the Asian stock markets, the US dollar index fell, and gold prices increased

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2025.01.03 07:20
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On January 3rd, the South Korea Composite Stock Price Index rose by 1.84%, leading the Asian stock markets, while the KOSDAQ index increased by 2.81%. The US Dollar Index fell by 0.1%, and spot gold rose to USD 2,659.77 per ounce. The US stock market has declined for five consecutive days, and the Japanese Yen appreciated against the US Dollar. Market risks require caution, and this article does not constitute investment advice

On Friday, January 3rd, Asian stock markets rose against the trend, with the South Korea Composite Stock Price Index leading the gains, while the Japanese stock market continued to be closed. Yesterday, the U.S. stock market fell for the fifth consecutive trading day, while the dollar rose, with the U.S. Dollar Index hitting a two-year high before retreating, and the yen strengthening.

The South Korea Composite Stock Price Index closed up 1.84%, the KOSDAQ index rose 2.81%, and the Australian S&P 200 index increased by 0.6%.

The U.S. Dollar Index fell 0.1% to 109.13. The yen rose against the dollar after declining for three consecutive trading days, with the dollar falling 0.22% against the yen to 157.17.

Spot gold rose, currently reported at $2,659.77 per ounce.

The main iron ore contract in Singapore once fell over 3%, currently down 2.4%.

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