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February, 2026

• 12 February 2026 9:21 pm

  Wall Street Under Pressure as Tech Selloff Deepens and Data Clouds the Outlook

  

  U.S. equities retreated sharply as a renewed wave of selling swept through technology stocks, dragging all major indexes into negative territory. The Nasdaq, S&P 500, and Dow Jones Industrial Average fell decisively, with the Dow shedding roughly 500 points in a single session. The move marked a clear reversal after …

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• 12 February 2026 8:16 pm

  Inflation in Focus as Markets Await Key US CPI Data

  

  Financial markets are turning their attention to the latest US inflation report, widely seen as a key signal for the direction of price pressures after a period of mixed economic data. With recent figures already shaping expectations around interest rates and growth, the upcoming release is expected to offer a …

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• 12 February 2026 7:19 pm

  Euro Rebounds as Dollar Loses Some Momentum Ahead of Key Inflation Test

  

  The euro regained ground against the US dollar on Thursday, ending a brief two-day decline as the greenback struggled to build momentum despite relatively solid economic data from the United States. Currency markets moved cautiously, reflecting a broader sense of hesitation among investors waiting for clearer signals on the direction …

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• 12 February 2026 6:40 pm

  U.S. Jobless Claims Dip Modestly, Reinforcing Signs of a Stabilizing Labor Market

  

  The number of Americans filing new applications for unemployment benefits fell slightly last week, offering further evidence that the U.S. labor market is stabilizing after a period of softness, though some underlying weakness remains. Initial claims for state unemployment benefits declined by 5,000 to a seasonally adjusted 227,000 in the …

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• 12 February 2026 4:05 pm

  U.S. Stock Futures Rebound as Investors Turn to Earnings and Inflation Data

  

  U.S. stock futures moved higher on Thursday, rebounding from the previous session’s pullback as investors refocused on a fresh round of corporate earnings and awaited key inflation data that could shape expectations for Federal Reserve policy. By 05:50 ET (10:50 GMT), Dow Jones futures were up 155 points, or 0.3%, …

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• 12 February 2026 1:45 pm

  Oil Prices Edge Higher as U.S.–Iran Tensions Fuel Supply Concerns Despite Inventory Build

  

  Oil prices inched higher on Thursday, supported by rising geopolitical risks in the Middle East, as investors weighed the possibility that escalating tensions between the United States and Iran could disrupt global crude supplies. Brent crude futures rose 35 cents, or 0.5%, to $69.75 a barrel by 08:53 GMT, while …

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• 12 February 2026 12:50 pm

  European Stocks Climb on Earnings Deluge as U.K. Growth Stalls and Oil Rises on Middle East Risks

  

  European equities moved higher on Thursday, supported by a heavy slate of corporate earnings and fresh economic data from the U.K., while rising oil prices added to market momentum amid renewed geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. By 03:10 ET (08:10 GMT), Germany’s DAX advanced 1%, France’s CAC 40 jumped …

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• 12 February 2026 12:04 pm

  Bitcoin Holds Near $67,000 as Strong U.S. Jobs Data Curtails Fed Cut Hopes

  

  Bitcoin traded largely flat near the $67,000 mark during Asian hours on Thursday, as investors digested stronger-than-expected U.S. employment data that reduced expectations for near-term Federal Reserve interest rate cuts. The world’s largest cryptocurrency was last up 0.4% at $67,102.8, remaining capped below the key $70,000 level. Trading activity was …

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• 12 February 2026 11:14 am

  U.K. Growth Loses Momentum at End of 2025, Keeping Pressure on Bank of England

  

  The U.K. economy expanded only modestly in the final month of 2025, reinforcing expectations that the Bank of England will remain under pressure to continue easing monetary policy as the new year unfolds. Data released on Thursday showed that gross domestic product grew by just 0.1% in December, marking a …

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• 12 February 2026 10:32 am

  Asian Stocks Advance as South Korea Hits Record High on AI Chip Rally, Japan Pauses Near Peak

  

  Most Asian stock markets edged higher on Thursday, led by a sharp rally in South Korea where shares surged to record highs on strong gains in chipmakers. Japanese equities, meanwhile, traded flat after touching a fresh all-time peak above the 58,000 mark, as optimism surrounding the so-called “Takaichi trade” began …

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• 12 February 2026 3:14 am

  Warsh and Policy: Steering the Fed Between Crisis Lessons, AI Optimism

  

  Recent discussions about Kevin Warsh’s potential nomination to chair the Federal Reserve focused on more than politics. Warsh’s experience spans the 2006–2011 period, during the global financial crisis. At that time, the Fed deployed large-scale quantitative easing (QE) to stabilize markets. Warsh criticized QE, warning of potential inflation, though it …

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• 12 February 2026 2:10 am

  Fed’s Hammack Signals Stability in Jobs, Keeps Policy Neutral

  

  Beth Hammack, President of the Cleveland Fed, sent a clear signal to markets: the US labor market is stabilizing, and monetary policy remains neutral. Following the strong January Nonfarm Payrolls report, she noted that unemployment is holding steady, pointing to a resilient workforce.Hammack highlighted that consumer spending is firm, largely …

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• 12 February 2026 12:21 am

  As Dow Tops 50,000, Record Highs Encounter Rising Concerns

  

  The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) continues to hover above the historic 50,000 mark, closing today at 50,133.72, down just 54 points or 0.11%. On the surface, this appears as a minor pullback in an otherwise impressive climb. Over the past year, the index has gained nearly 13%, and over …

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