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January, 2026

• 28 January 2026 7:54 pm

  Pivotal Day for the US Economy: Markets Hold Their Breath as the Fed Faces Its First Big Test In 2026

  

  Financial markets are on edge as the US central bank prepares to announce its first interest rate decision of the year. Expectations are firmly set on a pause, with policymakers choosing to stand back after a series of rate cuts last year aimed at cushioning the economy from slowing momentum.Balancing …

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• 28 January 2026 5:53 pm

  Amazon to Cut Thousands More Jobs as Generative AI Reshapes Workforce

  

  Amazon has announced another major round of layoffs as it accelerates its shift toward generative artificial intelligence and continues to streamline a workforce that ballooned during the pandemic. Beth Galetti, Amazon’s senior vice president of human resources, said in a blog post on Wednesday that the company has been “reducing …

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• 28 January 2026 4:29 pm

  Dollar Slides Toward Four-Year Low as Markets Brace for Fed Decision

  

  The U.S. dollar weakened further on Wednesday, hovering near a four-year low and extending sharp losses from the previous session, as investors focused on the Federal Reserve’s upcoming interest rate decision. At 04:00 ET (09:00 GMT), the Dollar Index—which measures the greenback against a basket of six major currencies—edged 0.1% …

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• 28 January 2026 2:35 pm

  U.S. Futures Rise Ahead of Fed Decision and Big Tech Earnings

  

  U.S. stock index futures edged higher on Wednesday as investors positioned for the Federal Reserve’s interest rate decision and awaited earnings from some of Wall Street’s most influential technology companies. At 05:10 ET (10:10 GMT), Dow Jones Futures added 30 points, or 0.1%, S&P 500 Futures rose 26 points, or …

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• 28 January 2026 12:59 pm

  European Stocks Ease Ahead of Fed Decision as Earnings Deluge Continues

  

  European equities edged slightly lower on Wednesday, as investors weighed a heavy flow of corporate earnings while adopting a cautious stance ahead of the U.S. Federal Reserve’s interest rate decision later in the day. At 03:02 ET (08:02 GMT), Germany’s DAX slipped 0.1%, France’s CAC 40 fell 0.5%, while the …

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• 28 January 2026 11:43 am

  Oil Extends Rally on U.S. Storm Disruptions and Rising Middle East Tensions

  

  Oil prices edged higher on Wednesday, extending strong gains from the previous session as supply concerns persisted after a winter storm curtailed U.S. output and exports, while escalating Middle East tensions added a fresh risk premium. Brent crude rose 0.2% to $67.68 a barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate gained …

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• 28 January 2026 10:55 am

  Gold Soars Past $5,200 as Haven Demand Surges and Dollar Weakens

  

  Gold prices surged to fresh record highs on Wednesday, breaking above the $5,200-an-ounce mark as robust safe-haven demand and sustained weakness in the U.S. dollar continued to buoy precious metal markets. Spot gold touched an all-time high of $5,266.38 per ounce, while April gold futures climbed to a peak of …

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• 28 January 2026 4:37 am

  Gold Shines at Record Levels as Markets Brace for a Key Fed Decision

  

  Gold prices climbed to fresh record territory during early Asian trading, hovering above the $5,150 level as investors flocked to safety. The precious metal continues to attract strong demand amid a softer US dollar, persistent geopolitical tensions, and growing uncertainty over the global economic outlook.Dollar Weakness Gives Gold a BoostRecent …

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• 28 January 2026 3:19 am

  Trump Defends Dollar Strength as Markets Register Sharp Decline

  

  U.S. President Donald Trump addressed recent moves in the U.S. dollar on Tuesday, stating that he believes the currency remains strong despite market concerns over its recent decline. His comments came in response to questions about whether the dollar had weakened excessively in recent sessions.Trump said he sees the value …

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• 28 January 2026 12:37 am

  Oil Prices Climb as Dollar Slides and Middle East Tensions Intensify

  

  Crude oil prices moved higher in late trading, extending gains to their strongest levels in more than a week. The rally came as a weaker US dollar and rising geopolitical risks reignited demand across energy markets, lifting both crude oil and gasoline prices.Energy Markets Find Fresh Momentum: Dollar Weakness Fuels …

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• 27 January 2026 11:34 pm

  Strong Consensus on FOMC Decision: Rates Likely to Remain Unchanged

  

  The Federal Reserve’s first policy decision of 2026 is just hours away, with the FOMC wrapping up its two-day meeting and announcing its interest rate stance this afternoon. Markets and economists are on high alert for any signals about the path ahead in a year shaped by resilient growth, lingering …

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• 27 January 2026 10:46 pm

  Swiss Franc Surges as Dollar Weakness Deepens

  

  The US Dollar has come under heavy pressure, sending the USD/CHF exchange rate to its lowest level since August 2011. The sharp decline reflects broad-based selling of the Greenback, driven by renewed trade tensions and speculation of foreign exchange intervention in Asia. Investors are increasingly turning to the Swiss Franc, …

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• 27 January 2026 9:41 pm

  Fed Watch Meets Earnings Firepower: Markets Brace for a Defining Week

  

  Global markets are entering a pivotal week marked by heightened caution and selective optimism, as investors await the U.S. Federal Reserve’s interest rate decision and closely scrutinize the tone of Chair Jerome Powell’s post-meeting remarks. While policymakers are widely expected to keep rates unchanged within the 3.50%–3.75% range, the real …

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