Market Analysis

January, 2026

  • 13 January 2026 8:35 pm

    Bitcoin rises buoyed by MSCI decision and CPI readings  

    Bitcoin’s rise gets an institutional boost and added legitimacy after MSCI decision Bitcoin continues to climb following Strategy’s purchase of 13,600 BTC worth $1.25 billion, bringing the company’s total holdings to nearly 687,000 coins. The move further strengthens its position as the largest institutional whale in the crypto space. The …

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  • 13 January 2026 7:24 pm

    US CPIs below expectations

    U.S. inflation data came in below expectations, offering reassuring signals about the outlook for the American economy. The latest figures showed a notable degree of price stability and brought inflation closer to the Federal Reserve’s target. The U.S. Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose 0.3% in December, matching both the previous …

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  • 13 January 2026 6:18 pm

    U.S. Inflation Holds Steady in December as Core Pressures Ease

    U.S. consumer inflation in December remained unchanged from the prior month, while underlying price pressures cooled slightly, reinforcing expectations that the Federal Reserve will keep interest rates on hold in the near term. Headline consumer prices rose 2.7% year on year and 0.3% month on month, matching November’s pace and …

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  • 13 January 2026 3:41 pm

    Bitcoin Slips in Asia as CPI Uncertainty and Geopolitical Risks Dampen Risk Appetite

    Bitcoin edged lower in Asian trading on Tuesday, underperforming equity markets as investors remained cautious ahead of key U.S. inflation data and amid rising geopolitical tensions across several regions. The world’s largest cryptocurrency slipped 0.2% to $91,894 by 00:33 ET, extending a period of subdued performance that has characterized late …

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  • 13 January 2026 1:52 pm

    European Stocks Edge Higher as Markets Weigh Iran Risks, U.S. Inflation and Earnings Season

    European equities traded mixed to slightly higher on Tuesday, as investors balanced a positive lead from global markets against rising geopolitical tensions, key U.S. inflation data, and the start of a crucial earnings season. By 03:05 ET, Germany’s DAX was up 0.1% and the U.K.’s FTSE 100 gained 0.1%, while …

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  • 13 January 2026 12:30 pm

    Oil Prices Climb for Fourth Session as Iran Unrest and Russia Risks Tighten Supply Outlook

    Oil prices extended their rally in Asian trading on Tuesday, rising for a fourth straight session as markets priced in mounting supply risks from Iran and Russia, offsetting lingering expectations of additional barrels returning from Venezuela. By 21:18 ET (02:18 GMT), Brent crude futures for March delivery were up 0.4% …

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  • 13 January 2026 2:51 am

    Do Bubble Fears Persist? Here’s How to Survive an AI Crash

    The AI Bubble: Risks and Resilience in Global Markets The new year has opened with stock markets soaring, yet behind the optimism lies a growing fear of an “AI bubble.” From central bankers to technology leaders, warnings are mounting that artificial intelligence stocks may be dangerously overvalued. Even without direct …

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  • 13 January 2026 1:25 am

    OPEC’s Waning Influence: US Interior Chief Predicts Major Geopolitical Energy Shift

    In a high-profile television appearance, the US Interior Secretary—a vocal proponent of expanding domestic fossil fuel output—delivered a bold assessment of global oil dynamics amid rising international tensions. Drawing from his background as a former state leader in an energy-rich region, he highlighted how evolving world events are poised to …

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  • 13 January 2026 12:48 am

    S&P 500 Breaks Records Amid Powell’s Row, Credit Rate Shock

    Wall Street Climbs Despite Powell Probe: The S&P 500 surged to a fresh all-time intraday high, defying early-session losses and political turbulence. Investors brushed aside news that federal prosecutors had opened a criminal investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, focusing instead on upcoming economic data and corporate earnings. The …

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  • 12 January 2026 11:47 pm

    USD Under Pressure: Political Turmoil Shakes the Markets

    Sudden Slide: The U.S. dollar lost much of last week’s gains, with its index slipping about 0.4% against major currencies. The drop came after Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell revealed that he faced threats of criminal charges linked to his testimony before Congress, raising alarm over the independence of the …

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  • 12 January 2026 10:57 pm

    Warnings of Consequences from Powell Probe; Yellen Calls It ‘A Terrifying Move’

    Janet Yellen, the former Federal Reserve chair, has warned that the criminal investigation targeting current Fed Chair Jerome Powell poses a grave threat to the independence of the U.S. central bank.Yellen emphasized that markets should be far more concerned than they currently appear to be. These remarks come amid escalating …

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  • 12 January 2026 9:50 pm

    Taiwan Semiconductor at a Crossroads Ahead of Crucial Earnings: Strong Momentum Meets Growing Uncertainty

    Taiwan Semiconductor is preparing to unveil its latest quarterly results at a time when global attention is firmly fixed on the chip industry. The company enters this earnings season with strong momentum, supported by rising demand for advanced chips and renewed growth across the technology sector. Expectations are high after …

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  • 12 January 2026 8:57 pm

    Gold’s Historic Leap – $4,620 and Beyond: Sparks That Lit the Rally

    On January 12, 2026, gold surged to a record $4,620, climbing nearly 2.5% in a single day before easing back on profit-taking. The rally was ignited by a storm of political and economic headlines. A surprise investigation into Fed Chair Jerome Powell raised fresh doubts about the central bank’s independence, …

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