Global equities are broadly higher, with U.S. major averages closing Thursday at near two-year highs and futures indicating further gains, while Asian and European markets also advanced. Market focus shifts to upcoming U.S. economic data, notably November Industrial Production, alongside the Empire State Manufacturing Index and December PMIs, which will offer insights into economic momentum. Geopolitical developments include a Houthi missile attack on a Red Sea container ship and Hungary blocking EU aid to Ukraine, though these events have not significantly impacted current market sentiment.
Global equity markets are demonstrating sustained upward momentum, with U.S. major averages reaching their best closing levels in nearly two years and futures pointing to a continuation of this trend. The Dow Jones Industrial Average's sixth consecutive session of gains, closing up 0.4% at 37,248.35, underscores strong bullish sentiment, which is mirrored by broad advances in European and most major Asian markets, notably Hong Kong's Hang Seng index jumping 2.38%. The market's immediate focus is shifting to key U.S. economic data releases, particularly the November Industrial Production report. The consensus forecast for a rebound to 0.3% growth, a significant reversal from the previous month's 0.6% decline, will be a critical test of underlying economic strength. While geopolitical tensions are rising, evidenced by a Houthi missile attack in the Red Sea and Hungary blocking EU aid to Ukraine, these events have not yet derailed the positive market sentiment, suggesting investors are currently prioritizing economic data and the prospect of a strengthening economy over peripheral risks.
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