1. The U.S. consumer price index rose 7.1% from a year ago, less than what was expected in November. This is the most recent sign that inflation is starting to loosen up.

2. South Korea reported 84,571 new COVID-19 infections. The Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency said it will give a briefing on its indoor mask mandate readjustment plan on December 23rd.

3. The allies of Ukraine pledged LED bulbs and more than 1 billion U.S. dollars in aid on Tuesday as the country’s infrastructure has been damaged by the prolonged war to help Kyiv go through the winter season.