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January, 2026

• 15 January 2026 11:36 am

  U.K. Economy Returns to Growth in November, but Outlook Remains Fragile

  

  The U.K. economy returned to growth in November after a disappointing start to the fourth quarter, although the country’s economic prospects remain uncertain. Data from the Office for National Statistics showed that gross domestic product grew by 0.3% on the month, after contracting by 0.1% in October. On an annual …

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• 15 January 2026 10:42 am

  Oil Prices Ease After Surge as Traders Weigh Iran Risks Against U.S. Stockpiles

  

  Oil prices edged lower in Asian trading on Wednesday after the previous session’s sharp rally driven by fears of supply disruptions in Iran, as investors turned their attention to data showing a sizeable build in U.S. crude inventories. Brent futures for March slipped 0.4% to $65.19 a barrel by 01:18 …

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• 15 January 2026 1:10 am

  Q4 – Banks Beat the Numbers, Markets Sell the Story

  

  The U.S. earnings season accelerated in mid-January as several major banks reported fourth-quarter 2025 results, offering an early test of investor confidence in the financial sector. While the numbers largely exceeded expectations, the market response told a different story. Bank shares fell, dragging broader indexes lower and signaling unease beneath …

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• 14 January 2026 11:36 pm

  Fed Beige Book Shows US Economy Gaining Momentum, Jobs Stable

  

  The latest Beige Book released by the Federal Reserve highlights a gradual pickup in economic activity across most regions of the United States since mid-November. According to the survey of regional contacts, the pace of growth ranged from “slight to modest,” marking an improvement compared to the previous three reporting …

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• 14 January 2026 10:20 pm

  Wall Street Retreats Amid Tech Slump and Geopolitical Risk as Supreme Court Looms Over Trump Tariff Case

  

  Tech Giants Drag Market DownU.S. financial markets pulled back for a second straight day as investors digested corporate earnings and geopolitical developments. The S&P 500 fell 1.1%, the Dow Jones lost 333 points, and the Nasdaq dropped 1.6%, with technology stocks leading the decline. Semiconductor firms faced the heaviest losses …

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• 14 January 2026 10:02 pm

  Why the Fed Is Keeping Its Guard Up in 2026

  

  Despite easing price pressures, senior Federal Reserve officials are making it clear that the inflation fight is not finished. As 2026 begins, policymakers are signaling caution, arguing that the U.S. economy remains strong enough to keep inflation risks alive.Recent comments from Atlanta Fed President Raphael Bostic and Minneapolis Fed President …

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• 14 January 2026 9:02 pm

  Inflation Holds Its Breath: What the Latest U.S. CPI and PPI Mean to Fed, the Dollar, and the Economy

  

  A “Clear” Inflation Reading After Months of NoiseAfter months of distorted data caused by last year’s government shutdown, the latest U.S. inflation releases finally offered markets something they had been craving: clarity. December’s Consumer Price Index (CPI) and November’s Producer Price Index (PPI) arrived without major surprises, confirming that inflation …

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• 14 January 2026 8:18 pm

  Deregulation: Miran Signals a Path to Lower Prices

  

  Federal Reserve Governor Stephen Miran underscored the powerful role deregulation is playing in reshaping the U.S. economy. Speaking recently, he described last year’s wave of regulatory easing as “substantial” and suggested that it will continue in the years ahead. Miran explained that deregulation acts as a positive supply shock, boosting …

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• 14 January 2026 7:46 pm

  Europe in Focus: Greenland Talks and Poland’s Rate Decision Keep FX Markets on Edge

  

  Two Quiet Events, One Shared Risk Foreign exchange markets are keeping a close watch on two Europe-related developments this Wednesday: Poland’s central bank decision and diplomatic talks involving the United States, Denmark, and Greenland. While neither event is expected to trigger dramatic moves on its own, traders see both as …

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• 14 January 2026 7:07 pm

  China Breaks the Trillion-Dollar Barrier as Exports Power Through Tariff Pressure

  

  China closed 2025 with a historic trade milestone, posting a record surplus that exceeded one trillion dollars, highlighting the country’s export resilience despite renewed tariff pressure from the United States. The figure underscores the strength of China’s manufacturing base while reviving global concerns over trade imbalances, industrial overcapacity, and heavy …

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• 14 January 2026 5:49 pm

  U.S. Retail Sales Beat Expectations, Signaling Resilient Consumer Demand

  

  U.S. retail sales grew more than expected in November, rebounding from a contraction in the previous month and pointing to continued resilience in consumer spending heading into the final stretch of 2025. Retail sales rose 0.6% on a month-on-month basis, exceeding expectations for a 0.5% increase, according to data released …

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• 14 January 2026 4:34 pm

  U.S. Futures Slip as Investors Eye Bank Earnings and Producer Inflation Data

  

  U.S. stock index futures traded lower on Wednesday as investors prepared for another wave of earnings from major Wall Street banks and awaited fresh inflation data that could influence expectations for Federal Reserve policy. By 05:40 ET, Dow Jones Futures had fallen 145 points, or 0.3%, S&P 500 Futures were …

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• 14 January 2026 3:51 pm

  Bitcoin Jumps as Strategy Makes $1.3 Billion Purchase, But U.S. Retail Demand Remains Weak

  

  Bitcoin climbed sharply on Wednesday after major corporate holder Strategy announced a fresh multibillion dollar purchase of the cryptocurrency. Gains were partly capped, however, as data pointed to continued weakness in U.S. retail demand. The world’s largest cryptocurrency rose 3.4% to $95,001.9 by 01:01 ET, after touching a near two …

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