Stocks Dip on Ukraine Jitters; Bitcoin at $97,000: Markets Wrap
Published On Nov 21, 2024, 3:35 AM
European stocks and US futures have declined due to geopolitical concerns over the escalating Russia-Ukraine crisis, particularly following reports of missile launches by Russia. Nvidia Corp. disappointed investors with a revenue forecast, negatively impacting tech shares. In contrast, Bitcoin surged to nearly $100,000, driven by discussions around potential cryptocurrency policy under President-elect Donald Trump. Amidst this environment, commodity prices for oil and gold have risen due to heightened market fears.