European stocks are expected to open mixed as U.K. markets resume trading after the Christmas break. Asian markets were mixed as investors grapple with rising Omicron cases and economic risks. Gold prices rose and oil traded flat despite strong U.S. economic data. U.S. stocks closed mostly lower as investors took profits. The Dow rose while the Nasdaq and S&P 500 fell. European stocks rose in thin holiday trade after strong U.S. holiday sales data. The Stoxx 600, DAX, and CAC 40 all posted gains. No major economic data is expected from the Eurozone.

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