Gold prices climbed on Friday, heading for a weekly gain as investors reacted to weaker-than-expected U.S. payroll data and ongoing geopolitical and policy uncertainty. Spot gold traded at around $4,496 per ounce, on track for nearly a 4% gain over the week, following a record high of $4,549 hit in …

The U.S. Supreme Court is set to issue rulings on Wednesday, including a landmark case challenging President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs on foreign imports. The decision is being closely watched by investors, businesses, and policymakers, as it could reshape presidential authority, trade relations, and market dynamics.Trump’s Tariff Policy in FocusTrump …

The U.S. 10-year Treasury yield edged slightly higher on Friday, settling near 4.17%, as investors reassessed economic signals following the latest employment data and broader market developments.The modest uptick reflected a cautious tone in bond markets, with traders weighing signs of slowing job growth against continued resilience in the U.S. …

Job Growth Slows at Year-End:The U.S. labor market ended 2025 on a noticeably softer note, with employers adding just 50,000 jobs in December. The figure came in below expectations and confirmed a steady loss of momentum in hiring that has unfolded throughout the year. Companies appear increasingly cautious, prioritizing cost …

Markets recalibrate as the US Dollar strengthens amid mixed economic signals.The US Dollar continued its upward momentum against the Japanese Yen on Friday, with USD/JPY reaching levels not seen since January 2025. The pair is trading around 158.00, marking a fourth consecutive day of gains and positioning itself for a …

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent signaled on Thursday that President Donald Trump is expected to make a decision on the next Federal Reserve Chair later this month, a move that could shape U.S. monetary policy for years to come.Trump is scheduled to attend the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, from …

Financial markets faced downward pressure on Thursday, driven by several factors:Cautious sentiment ahead of U.S. employment data and developments in Venezuela.Weakness in technology and software stocks. Pullback in basic and precious metals as investors booked profits following recent strong gains. Market concerns over Trump’s proposed restrictions, including limiting the sale …

Dow Climbs While Nasdaq Slips Amid Rotation Out of Tech: U.S. stocks showed mixed action Thursday, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average rising 277 points, or 0.6%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq fell 0.7%. The S&P 500 hovered near the flatline, reflecting a broader rotation away from technology stocks. Information technology …

Workers Doing More with LessThe U.S. economy is showing a powerful, often overlooked engine: worker productivity. Recent figures reveal that Americans are producing significantly more output for each hour of work, suggesting companies are finding new ways to get more done with fewer resources.This surge in efficiency has sparked optimism …

Volatility Feared Ahead of Critical Labor Data: Global currency markets are entering a cautious phase as investors prepare for the December U.S. non-farm payrolls (NFP) report, scheduled for Friday, January 9, 2026, at 8:30 AM ET (13:30 GMT). Rather than taking aggressive positions, traders are carefully trimming both long and short …