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• Asia-Pacific markets mostly rise after third Fed cut of the year - Australia started the day higher, while Japan and Hong Kong futures also show a strong open.
• Corporate America is upbeat on economy, but less so on President Trump's handling of it: CNBC CFO survey - A majority of CFOs are optimistic on the economy and see no recession in 2026, but their view of Trump's handling of the job of president is lukewarm at best.
• Asia-Pacific markets mostly lower following Wall Street losses ahead of Fed rate decision - The U.S. Federal Reserve starts its meeting Dec. 9 stateside, with the decision expected on Dec. 10.
• Stock market today: Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq futures steady with Wall Street awaiting expected Fed rate cut - US stock futures were steady ahead of the Federal Reserve's mid-week announcement on interest rates.
• Stock market today: Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq futures slide with Wall Street awaiting expected Fed rate cut - US stock futures were steady ahead of the Federal Reserve's mid-week announcement on interest rates.