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January, 2026

• 16 January 2026 1:46 pm

  Gold Holds Near Record Levels as Strong U.S. Jobs Data and Calmer Iran Outlook Cool Momentum

  

  Gold prices were largely steady on Friday, hovering just below the record highs reached earlier in the week, as stronger-than-expected U.S. labour data reduced expectations for near-term Federal Reserve rate cuts, while easing geopolitical tensions around Iran curbed safe-haven demand. Spot gold slipped 0.1% to $4,608.55 an ounce by 02:11 …

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• 16 January 2026 12:57 pm

  European Markets Slip as Greenland Standoff and Geopolitical Risks Weigh on Sentiment

  

  European equities closed the week on a softer footing on Friday, with investors remaining cautious amid mounting geopolitical uncertainty, particularly surrounding the future of Greenland and the stability of transatlantic alliances. By mid-morning in Europe, Germany’s DAX dipped 0.1%, France’s CAC 40 fell 0.2%, and the U.K.’s FTSE 100 eased …

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• 16 January 2026 3:25 am

  Central Bankers Rally Behind Powell: Why Trump’s Attacks Sparked a Global Warning

  

  In an extraordinary and rare move, top central bankers from around the world issued a joint statement expressing their support for U.S. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. The declaration comes as Powell faces both a criminal investigation and mounting political pressure from President Donald Trump, who has pushed for his …

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• 16 January 2026 1:46 am

  Gold Holds Near Record Territory as Short-Term Pause Masks a Powerful Long-Term Run

  

  Gold dipped slightly to around $4,615 in the latest session, but the move is best seen as a brief pause rather than a retreat. After months of steady gains, investors are taking profits while maintaining confidence in the precious metal’s long-term appeal. Even amid daily fluctuations, gold continues to hover …

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• 16 January 2026 1:02 am

  Oil Slides Sharply as Geopolitical Fears Fade and Supply Pressures Build

  

  Oil prices ended Thursday with a steep decline, snapping a multi-day rally as easing geopolitical tensions and signs of rising supply shifted market sentiment. Crude had climbed to recent highs earlier in the week, fueled by fears of potential disruptions, but those concerns faded quickly as the outlook softened.Political Signals …

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• 16 January 2026 12:06 am

  European Companies Brace for the Weakest Earnings Stretch in Nearly Two Years

  

  European corporations are heading into the latest earnings season under growing pressure, with forecasts pointing to the weakest profit performance in almost two years. Rising geopolitical uncertainty, fragile economic growth, and unresolved trade questions are weighing heavily on expectations for the final quarter of 2025, setting a cautious tone across …

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• 15 January 2026 11:32 pm

  Wall Street’s Earnings Jolt: Banks Shine as Tech Drag Clouds the Rally

  

  Wall Street endured a volatile session on Thursday, January 15, 2026, as strong corporate earnings clashed with renewed pressure on technology stocks and rising geopolitical unease. Markets opened on a confident footing, lifted by impressive results from major banks and record inflows at asset managers. However, by the closing bell, …

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• 15 January 2026 10:10 pm

  Wall Street Rallies on Chip Boom and Strong U.S. Jobs Data; Dollar Surges

  

  U.S. stocks climbed sharply on Thursday, driven by robust gains in semiconductor companies and encouraging economic data, reflecting investor confidence in the resilience of the American economy. The surge was led by tech firms specializing in advanced chips, fueled by rising demand for artificial intelligence and high-performance computing, while broader …

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• 15 January 2026 9:12 pm

  Fed Independence Under Fire: Inflation Risks Loom if Politics Intervene

  

  Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell and Chicago Fed President Austan Goolsbee have sounded warnings that political interference could destabilize the U.S. economy and ignite a surge in inflation. They stress that the Fed’s independence is critical for maintaining price stability and sustaining confidence in financial markets.Goolsbee expressed concern over recent …

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• 15 January 2026 8:40 pm

  Bitcoin Reacts: Institutional Inflows Drive Rebound After Last Week’s Dip

  

  Bitcoin surged past $96,000 this week, bouncing back after last week’s stumble caused by short-term market jitters and geopolitical uncertainties. The recovery is being fueled by renewed inflows into US-based crypto exchange-traded funds (ETFs), highlighting growing institutional interest and reinforcing a solid price floor.ETF Demand Fuels Price MomentumUS spot Bitcoin …

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• 15 January 2026 7:54 pm

  AI Boom Sends Chip Stocks Soaring: TSMC’s Record Quarter Sparks Market Rally

  

  Semiconductor stocks surged Thursday as record-breaking results from a major industry player highlighted strong demand for AI-related hardware. Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC), the world’s largest contract chipmaker, reported quarterly revenue of 1.05 trillion New Taiwan dollars ($33.7 billion) and profits of $3.14 per share, both surpassing market expectations.Why This …

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• 15 January 2026 7:13 pm

  Wall Street Weighs China Cybersecurity Curbs: Impact Limited But Symbolic

  

  Recent actions by Beijing targeting foreign cybersecurity vendors have rattled markets, but major U.S. firms maintain their exposure to China is minimal and the broader financial impact appears contained.Industry leaders have been quick to clarify their positions. CrowdStrike emphasized that it has no direct sales, offices, or infrastructure in China, …

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• 15 January 2026 5:43 pm

  Wall Street Futures Rebound as Geopolitics Ease and Bank Earnings Take Center Stage

  

  U.S. stock index futures edged higher on Thursday, snapping a two-session losing streak as investors drew cautious optimism from easing geopolitical tensions and a fresh round of major bank earnings. By 05:50 ET, Dow Jones futures were up 60 points, or 0.1%, S&P 500 futures gained 0.4%, and Nasdaq 100 …

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