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Despite Russia's unusually tight labor market, wage growth has slowed, further suggesting that the wartime economy is cooling. According to analysis, the wages of newly hired employees in Russia increased by only 6.9% year-on-year in November, far lower than the 18.9% increase in January.

U.S. companies have issued $1.7 trillion worth of investment-grade bonds this year, a figure close to a record high. This wave of debt issuance is mainly to raise funds for AI infrastructure construction, but it has also raised concerns about excessive debt.

The European Union is preparing to introduce inspections of imported plastics and take other measures to boost its recycling industry.

European Automobile Manufacturers Association: In November, Tesla's market share in the EU, UK and European Free Trade Association fell to 2.1%, while BYD's market share was 2%; Tesla's market share of pure electric vehicles was 9%.

European Automobile Manufacturers Association: Toyota's new car registrations in the EU fell by 9.2% in November, while Stellantis (STLA.N) registrations increased by 0.3%.

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae: Japan's national debt level "remains high."