The Thai baht fell 0.8% against the US dollar on the day, its lowest level since November 16.

According to a Reuters survey, the Philippine central bank will keep interest rates unchanged at 6.50% on December 14. 23 out of 24 economists hold this view; one of them expects an increase of 25 basis points.

Japanese Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Yasumin Nishimura: While cooperating with the investigation, we will provide explanations as needed.

Japan’s Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Yasumi Nishimura: Will cooperate with the investigation into the funding scandal.

U.S. defense officials said a land-based cruise missile launched from Houthi-controlled Yemen hit the motorcycle transport ship Strinda, causing some damage and fire.

Market Information: Argentina temporarily halts grain export registrations ahead of announcing economic measures.

The main contract of Shanghai Nickel fell by 2.33% during the day and is now quoted at 129,930 yuan/ton.

Japanese Finance Minister Shunichi Suzuki: Defense funding is expected to increase by 1 trillion yen.

Japanese Finance Minister Shunichi Suzuki: Work needs to continue to avoid delays in budget and tax decisions.

Google says it will appeal the ruling in an antitrust case against Fortnite developer Epic Games.

Japanese Finance Minister Shunichi Suzuki: Continue efforts to implement spending and revenue reforms.

Japanese Finance Minister Shunichi Suzuki: The Liberal Democratic Party group is still discussing the timing of the defense tax increase.

Market News: Malaysia’s Prime Minister said he would announce a cabinet reshuffle on Tuesday.

According to Kyodo News: Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida plans to replace four ministers as early as this Thursday.

Spot gold once rose $5 to $1,989 per ounce in the short term, but has now fallen back to $1,985.77 per ounce.

COMEX gold futures once exceeded US$2,000 per ounce, rising 0.32% during the day.

Market news: Boeing (BA.N) will lay off more employees in its strategic division than expected.