1. The US stock market rises ahead of President Donald Trump's inauguration: Major indices such as the S&P 500 and Dow Jones both recorded slight gains, reflecting investor optimism about the new administration's economic policies.
2. Bitcoin price exceeds 100,000 USD: This cryptocurrency continues its strong upward trend, reaching a yearly high of approximately 104,800 USD, driven by expectations of cryptocurrency-friendly policies from the new administration.
3. Oil prices rise slightly: Both Brent and WTI crude oil prices increased by about 1% due to forecasts of rising energy demand in 2025, along with OPEC+ countries' commitments to maintain production cuts.
4. The USD strengthens: The DXY index measuring the strength of the USD against a basket of major currencies increased by 0.5%, reflecting market confidence in the US economic outlook under President Donald Trump's leadership.
5. Asian stock markets fluctuate mixed: While Japan's Nikkei 225 rose by 0.7%, China's Shanghai Composite index fell by 0.3%, reflecting investors' caution amid global political volatility.