Market Update

Bitcoin’s price has been trading just under the $90,000 mark, fluctuating around $89,000–$89,700, as the cryptocurrency market digests mixed signals from investor flows and broader economic sentiment. Recent price action reflects a period of consolidation after a strong rally earlier in 2026. ETF Flows Turn Mixed After Early InflowsSpot Bitcoin …

US inflation firmed slightly in November, signaling that price pressures remain persistent. The Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) Price Index rose to 2.8% year-on-year from 2.7% in October, matching expectations. On a monthly basis, prices increased by 0.2%, pointing to steady, controlled inflation rather than a rapid slowdown.Core Inflation Keeps Policymakers …

The U.S. economy expanded slightly faster than previously estimated in the third quarter, while corporate profits were also revised higher, underscoring the resilience of growth through late summer. Gross domestic product rose at an annualized rate of 4.4% in the July to September period, according to the Commerce Department’s updated …

New filings for U.S. unemployment benefits edged higher last week, but by far less than expected, reinforcing signs that the labor market is holding steady as 2026 begins. Initial claims for state jobless aid increased by just 1,000 to a seasonally adjusted 200,000 for the week ended January 17, according …

U.S. stock index futures climbed on Thursday, extending the prior session’s rebound after President Donald Trump announced a framework for a deal over Greenland and withdrew his threat to impose tariffs on several European countries. By 05:15 ET, Dow Jones Futures rose 195 points, or 0.4%, S&P 500 Futures gained …

Bitcoin edged slightly higher on Thursday but failed to reclaim the $90,000 level, even as easing geopolitical tensions between the United States and Europe lifted global markets. The world’s largest cryptocurrency was trading flat at $90,001.7 by 01:19 ET, lagging far behind the strong rally seen in equities, particularly technology …

European markets surged on Thursday after U.S. President Donald Trump said he would not proceed with tariffs on European countries over Greenland and announced a framework agreement on the future of the Danish territory. By 08:05 GMT, Germany’s DAX jumped 1.2%, France’s CAC 40 climbed 1.3%, and the U.K.’s FTSE …

Gold prices surged to fresh all time highs in Asian trading on Wednesday, edging closer to the $4,900 an ounce mark as escalating tensions between the United States and Europe over Greenland rattled global markets and reignited demand for safe havens. Spot gold jumped 2.3% to $4,872.13 an ounce, after …

Oil prices ended Wednesday higher, supported by optimism over tightening global supply after production was temporarily halted at two major oilfields in Kazakhstan and as Venezuela’s export recovery continued to lag. Brent crude settled up 32 cents, or 0.5%, at $65.24 a barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate rose 26 …

Markets Breathe Easier After Tariff Pause: U.S. financial markets regained momentum after President Donald Trump signaled that Washington would pause planned tariffs tied to negotiations over Greenland, easing fears of a near-term escalation in transatlantic trade tensions. The move followed talks with NATO leadership and was presented as part of …