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February, 2026

• 11 February 2026 11:51 pm

  Japanese Yen Defies Dollar Strength as Domestic Tailwinds Take Center Stage

  

  The Japanese yen extended its gains during Wednesday’s trading, brushing aside the recent rebound in the US dollar that followed upbeat American labor market data. Instead, the yen drew strength from supportive domestic factors that reinforced confidence in Japan’s economic outlook.The currency climbed to its highest level in about a …

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• 11 February 2026 11:12 pm

  US Jobs Surge Pushes Treasury Yields Higher, Fed Rate Cuts Move Further Out

  

  Strong Payrolls Shake Up Rate-Cut ExpectationsThe US labor market surprised investors with a robust 130,000 increase in Nonfarm Payrolls for January, nearly doubling economists’ expectations of 70,000. The jobless rate fell from 4.4% to 4.3%, reinforcing confidence in a solid labor market and cooling speculation about near-term interest rate cuts …

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• 11 February 2026 9:24 pm

  Iran–US Tensions Reprice Global Risk: Oil Climbs as Markets Turn Cautious

  

  The Iran–United States tensions have returned to the center of global attention, creating a delicate balance between diplomatic engagement and geopolitical pressure. Recent developments reflect an environment where negotiations remain open but fragile, with both sides signaling willingness to continue talks while maintaining firm political positions. This dual dynamic has …

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• 11 February 2026 8:15 pm

  Europe and the United States Move to Reset Trade Ties Under New Conditions

  

  The European Parliament has cleared the way for a renewed trade arrangement with the United States after months of political tension and uncertainty, signaling a cautious return to cooperation between two of the world’s largest economic partners. The updated framework reflects a compromise designed to protect European markets while keeping …

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• 11 February 2026 7:46 pm

  Dollar Gains as Trade Uncertainty Pressures Canadian Currency

  

  The US dollar moved higher against the Canadian dollar on Wednesday as renewed uncertainty surrounding North American trade relations weighed on the Canadian currency. Reports suggesting potential changes to existing trade arrangements increased caution among investors, pushing the Canadian dollar lower while supporting demand for the US currency.At the same …

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• 11 February 2026 6:54 pm

  Russia Slams U.S. Restrictions on Venezuela Oil Sector as “Blatant Discrimination”

  

  Russia sharply criticized new U.S. restrictions affecting Venezuela’s oil industry on Wednesday, with Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov describing the measures as “blatant discrimination” against Moscow and other countries, while the Kremlin said it would seek clarification from Washington. The comments followed a move by the U.S. Treasury Department on Tuesday …

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• 11 February 2026 6:37 pm

  Wall Street Poised for Strong Open as Robust Jobs Data Dents Fed Cut Bets

  

  U.S. stock futures pointed to a solid start on Wednesday after stronger-than-expected employment data signaled resilience in the world’s largest economy, prompting investors to reassess the outlook for Federal Reserve interest rate cuts. Nonfarm payrolls rose by 130,000 in January, comfortably beating economists’ expectations for a 70,000 increase, while the …

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• 11 February 2026 6:17 pm

  U.S. Jobs Growth Beats Expectations in January, Reinforcing Fed’s Cautious Policy Outlook

  

  The U.S. economy added significantly more jobs than expected in January, offering fresh evidence that the labor market is stabilizing after a prolonged period of weakness—an outcome likely to influence Federal Reserve interest rate decisions later this year. Nonfarm payrolls increased by 130,000 last month, well above economists’ forecasts of …

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• 11 February 2026 5:16 pm

  OPEC Flags Second-Quarter Softness in OPEC+ Crude Demand as Supply Decisions Loom

  

  OPEC on Wednesday projected a decline in global demand for crude from the wider OPEC+ producer group in the second quarter of the year, pointing to a softer seasonal outlook as producers weigh their next supply moves. According to OPEC’s latest monthly oil report, world demand for OPEC+ crude is …

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• 11 February 2026 4:18 pm

  Shopify Soars on Earnings Beat, Upbeat Q1 Outlook, and $2 Billion Buyback Plan

  

  Shares of Shopify Inc. surged more than 12% in premarket trading on Wednesday after the e-commerce platform delivered stronger-than-expected fourth-quarter results, issued robust first-quarter revenue guidance, and unveiled a $2 billion share repurchase program. For the quarter ended December 31, 2025, Shopify reported adjusted earnings per share of $0.57, comfortably …

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• 11 February 2026 4:09 pm

  Bitcoin Slips Below $67,000 as Markets Brace for U.S. Jobs Data and Fed Signals

  

  Bitcoin fell below the $67,000 mark during Asian trading on Wednesday, retreating as investors turned cautious ahead of key U.S. employment data that could influence the Federal Reserve’s interest rate trajectory in the months ahead. The world’s largest cryptocurrency was last down 2.6% at $67,126.7 by 02:46 ET (07:46 GMT). …

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• 11 February 2026 2:34 pm

  Dollar Slides Ahead of Key Jobs Data as Yen Strength and Dovish Fed Bets Weigh

  

  The U.S. dollar weakened on Wednesday, coming under renewed pressure ahead of the release of closely watched U.S. employment data that could shape expectations for Federal Reserve interest rate cuts later this year and into 2026. By 04:36 ET (09:36 GMT), the dollar index, which measures the greenback against a …

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• 11 February 2026 2:12 pm

  Oil Extends Gains as U.S.–Iran Tensions and Stock Draws Fuel Supply Concerns

  

  Oil prices climbed on Wednesday, supported by rising geopolitical risk tied to fragile U.S.–Iran negotiations and fresh signs of tightening physical supply, as crude stockpiles declined at key global hubs. Brent crude futures advanced 98 cents, or 1.4%, to $69.78 a barrel by 09:49 GMT, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate …

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