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January, 2026

• 2 January 2026 9:57 pm

  Fed’s Final Countdown: Will Powell Stay or Leave in 2026?

  

  A High-Stakes Game of Musical Chairs: Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell is facing a career-defining crossroads. While his term as Chair concludes this May, his legal tenure as a Fed Governor actually extends for another two years. As 2026 kicks off, Wall Street is buzzing with a single question: Will …

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• 2 January 2026 8:51 pm

  Explainer: Gold’s Historic 70% Rally That Redefined 2025

  

  The New Gold Standard: A Record-Breaking Year: As we look back at the economic landscape of 2025, one asset stands above the rest. Gold has delivered a staggering 70% return over the past twelve months, fueled by a perfect storm of global instability and shifting financial policies. From the Americas …

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• 2 January 2026 7:53 pm

  Cash or Crash? How Awaited Jobs Report Could Trigger a Minefield for Fed and Investors Alike

  

  The financial world is narrowing its gaze toward a pivotal week of data that could dictate the tempo of the new year. While several global powerhouses are preparing to pull back the curtain on their economic health, all roads eventually lead to the United States. Investors are bracing for a …

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• 2 January 2026 3:41 pm

  U.S. Stock Futures Rise as 2026 Trading Opens, Tech Stabilizes After Year-End Pullback

  

  U.S. stock index futures climbed on the first trading day of 2026, rebounding after Wall Street slipped in the final sessions of 2025, as improving sentiment and renewed risk appetite lifted equity markets. The S&P 500, Dow Jones Industrial Average, and Nasdaq Composite all delivered double-digit gains in 2025 — …

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• 2 January 2026 2:49 pm

  U.S. Dollar Edges Higher in Thin New-Year Trading

  

  The U.S. dollar rose slightly in quiet holiday-thinned trading at the start of the new year, with subdued volumes keeping currency moves limited and broadly directionless as traders awaited the return of full market participation. The closures across several major financial centers kept liquidity light, curbing volatility and tempering activity …

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• 2 January 2026 1:48 pm

  Gold Prices Jump as 2026 Trading Opens, Supported by Weaker Dollar and Rate-Cut Expectations

  

  Gold prices climbed sharply in European trading on Friday, the first session of 2026, as a softer U.S. dollar and expectations of further interest rate cuts reignited demand for bullion following a year of historic gains. Spot gold rose 1.8% to $4,387.09 an ounce by 05:18 ET (10:18 GMT), while …

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• 2 January 2026 10:55 am

  Oil Prices Edge Higher but Remain on Track for Worst Year Since 2020

  

  Oil prices traded modestly higher on Wednesday but were still heading toward their steepest annual losses since 2020, as persistent concerns over a global supply surplus overshadowed recurring geopolitical tensions that offered only limited, short-lived support. As of 05:30 ET (10:30 GMT), Brent crude futures for March delivery rose 0.2% …

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• 1 January 2026 12:44 am

  Will Gold and Silver Retreat After CME Group Raises Margins Again?

  

  Gold and silver prices retreated this week as investors booked profits following a record-breaking annual surge. The CME Group’s decision to raise margins on precious metal futures for the second time in a week added short-term pressure on the markets, prompting traders to reassess their positions.Sharp Pullback After a Stellar …

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December, 2025

• 31 December 2025 11:23 pm

  2026 Crypto Forecast: Is Weakening Dollar Good News for Bitcoin?

  

  Bitcoin’s Daily Dip, Yearly Perspective: As 2025 ends, Bitcoin hovers around $87,750, down about 0.7% today and roughly 5% year-to-date. These declines reflect high interest rates and broader market caution—but investors are eyeing 2026 with renewed curiosity. Could the crypto king rebound if the dollar weakens further?Dollar’s Deep Dive Signals …

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• 31 December 2025 10:33 pm

  Dollar Climbs to One-Week High Amid Strong Jobs Data

  

  Daily and Yearly Snapshot: The US Dollar Index (DXY) rose to 98.304, marking its highest level in a week with a 0.09% gain on Wednesday. While the dollar has seen modest fluctuations over the past month (−1.19%) and a moderate year-to-date drop of −9.42%, its resilience today highlights continued investor …

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• 31 December 2025 9:31 pm

  Dow Ends Strong Year with Slight Dip as Investors Reflect on 2025

  

  Stocks Pull Back Modestly Amid Year-End Adjustments: The Dow Jones Industrial Average softened on the final trading day of 2025, joining other major indexes in a minor retreat. Despite the dip, the year has been impressive: the S&P 500 is poised for a 17% gain, marking its third consecutive year …

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• 31 December 2025 8:41 pm

  Trump Eyes the Fed: How Interest Rates Will Shape 2026

  

  Tariffs Take a Backseat to Fiscal Strategy: US President Donald Trump’s tariffs dominated headlines in 2025, yet the year-end economic reality tells a different story. Despite early predictions of a possible recession, the US economy displayed remarkable resilience, with third-quarter growth soaring 4.3%, fueled by strong consumer spending and capital …

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• 31 December 2025 7:41 pm

  Euro Strength Marks Shifting Economic Tides at Year’s End

  

  Euro’s Resilient Rally: The euro ended 2025 on a strong note, recovering from earlier lows to trade firmly above 1.1750 in the final sessions of the year. Despite thin holiday volumes and subdued volatility, the common currency has delivered one of its best annual performances in recent memory, appreciating more …

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