HONG KONG, Dec 29, 2025 (BSS/AFP) - Asian equities mostly rose Monday in quiet post-Christmas trading as investors look ahead to the release of minutes from the Federal Reserve's policy meeting this month, while precious metals retreated from record highs. In early trade Monday, shares in Hong Kong, Shanghai, Seoul, Singapore, Taipei and Manila rose while those in Tokyo, Sydney and Wellington retreated. On commodities markets, gold and silver slipped after hitting new records in recent days. The precious metals have also enjoyed strong buying, with gold and silver both hitting record highs on expectations for more rate cuts, which makes them more desirable to investors. The white metal has also seen a sharp run-up in recent weeks owing to surging demand and tight supply.

Source: Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha December 29, 2025 03:05 UTC