On a charged Friday, February 13, 2026, U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent delivered a series of fiery statements revealing the Trump administration’s bold strategies on fraud prevention, trade adjustments, currency reform, and reshaping relations with Beijing. Speaking live on CNBC, Bessent painted a picture of a resilient U.S. economy navigating …
Read More »Inflation Relief Sparks a Short-Term Rally on Wall Street
US stocks moved higher after fresh inflation data showed price pressures easing slightly more than expected, giving investors temporary relief after a volatile week. The broad market, led by gains in the S&P 500, bounced during Friday trading as investors welcomed signs that inflation may be gradually cooling. Technology shares …
Read More »Explainer: Did the U.S. Economy Build Its Narrative on 900,000 Phantom Jobs?
In February 2026, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) released its annual benchmark revision, and the findings shocked markets. The update revealed that the American economy had added 900,000 fewer jobs in 2025 than previously reported. This was not a minor correction—it fundamentally reshaped the narrative of labor market …
Read More »Pound Holds Steady as Softer US Inflation Revives Rate-Cut Hopes
The British pound traded steadily against the US dollar on Thursday after fresh inflation data from the United States strengthened expectations that borrowing costs could start to fall later this year.US consumer price growth slowed more than expected in January, reinforcing signs that inflationary pressures are easing. The data supported …
Read More »Bitcoin Rebounds Near $69,000 After Shock By U.S. Jobs Data
The price of Bitcoin came under pressure after a major revision to U.S. employment data rattled global markets and revived concerns about economic uncertainty. The price of Bitcoin rebounded to around $68,987, rising more than 4% on the day, after markets digested the shock of a major revision to U.S. …
Read More »Yen Surges, Sterling Holds Steady Ahead of US Inflation Data
Global currencies saw notable movements on Thursday, with the Japanese Yen climbing steadily against the US Dollar and the Pound Sterling holding its ground, as investors prepare for key US inflation numbers.Yen Strengthened After Election BoostThe Japanese Yen gained momentum following the decisive election victory of Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, …
Read More »Explainer: U.S. Jobless Claims Signal Resilient but Cooling Labor Market
Initial claims dip slightly as continuing claims tick higher, markets respond cautiouslyUnemployment insurance claims, a key gauge of the U.S. labor market, point to continued resilience despite signs of gradual cooling. The latest Department of Labor (DOL) report shows that initial claims remain near historically low levels, while continuing claims …
Read More »Gold’s Sudden Slide: Why Fundamentals Turned Against the Precious Metal
On February 12, 2026, gold (XAU/USD) endured a sharp correction, sliding by around $165, or −3.26%, to trade near $4,918 per ounce. This decline followed an extraordinary rally above $5,600 in January, and it reflects a decisive shift in fundamental drivers rather than a mere technical pullback. 1. Strong U.S. …
Read More »Tesla’s China Sales Collapse 45% as Domestic Demand Plunges
Tesla’s retail sales in China fell dramatically in January, dropping 45% year-over-year to just 18,485 units—the lowest monthly figure since late 2022. While some of the decline can be attributed to seasonal factors and a record-breaking December, the magnitude of the drop underscores a troubling trend for Tesla in its …
Read More »Oil Slides Below $63 as Geopolitics Cool and Demand Doubts Grow
Crude oil prices came under renewed pressure on Thursday, with US benchmark prices slipping below the $63 a barrel mark. The sell-off reflects a rapid shift in market mood as fears of supply disruption linked to Middle East tensions began to fade, while longer-running concerns about weak global demand resurfaced.Easing …
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