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January, 2026

• 17 January 2026 1:56 am

  Gold Pauses After Record Run as Markets Lock in Profits

  

  Gold prices eased slightly at the end of the trading session, closing near $4,596 per ounce, as investors opted to take profits after a powerful rally that has dominated markets in recent months. The modest pullback did little to dent the broader optimism surrounding the precious metal, which remains one …

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• 17 January 2026 12:44 am

  Oil Prices End Higher as Holiday Trading and Geopolitical Risks Support the Market

  

  Oil prices closed higher as traders positioned ahead of the U.S. holiday weekend, with lingering geopolitical tensions continuing to underpin sentiment. Caution over developments in the Middle East encouraged buying interest, even as the broader supply outlook limited the scope of gains.Modest Gains Keep Prices Near Recent HighsBrent crude ended …

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• 16 January 2026 11:16 pm

  Trump’s Reluctance Shakes Up the Fed Chair Race

  

  President Donald Trump signaled fresh uncertainty over the future leadership of the Federal Reserve after expressing reluctance to nominate Kevin Hassett as the next central bank chair, a move that could significantly reshape the succession race.Speaking Friday, Trump suggested that keeping Hassett in his current role as head of the …

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• 16 January 2026 9:57 pm

  Inflation Takes Center Stage as Markets Brace for a Crucial Week Ahead

  

  The US dollar struggled to find clear direction over the past week, caught between geopolitical tensions and domestic uncertainty that kept investors cautious. While President Donald Trump renewed warnings of potential military action against Iran—later softening his tone toward the end of the week—he stressed that all options remain open. …

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• 16 January 2026 8:54 pm

  Markets Edge Lower as Bank Earnings Raise Caution Ahead of a Pivotal Week

  

  U.S. equity futures traded tentatively ahead of the opening bell, reflecting investor unease as fresh bank earnings failed to provide clear reassurance and a heavier slate of reports looms. While futures pointed modestly higher, the tone remained fragile after early-week selloffs in major benchmarks, with only small-cap stocks showing convincing …

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• 16 January 2026 7:42 pm

  Yen Gains on Intervention Fears While Dollar Holds Strong

  

  The Japanese yen strengthened on Friday, with USD/JPY slipping to 158.02, down 0.35%, as markets reacted to renewed signals that authorities are prepared to step in if volatility accelerates. The move reinforced expectations that policymakers may seek to steer the pair back toward a more controlled range, lending near-term support …

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• 16 January 2026 4:49 pm

  Dollar Set for Third Weekly Gain as Strong U.S. Data Pushes Back Rate Cut Expectations

  

  The U.S. dollar edged slightly lower on Friday, but remained on track for another weekly gain as stronger-than-expected American economic data reduced expectations of an early interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve. By 04:05 ET (09:05 GMT), the Dollar Index, which measures the greenback against a basket of six …

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• 16 January 2026 3:45 pm

  Bitcoin Slips After U.S. Lawmakers Delay Crypto Regulation Bill

  

  Bitcoin edged lower in Asian trading on Friday, trimming part of this week’s rebound after U.S. lawmakers postponed debate on a closely watched bill aimed at establishing a regulatory framework for digital assets. The world’s largest cryptocurrency fell 0.5% to $95,808.5 by 01:06 ET (06:06 GMT). Bitcoin had climbed as …

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• 16 January 2026 2:48 pm

  Oil Prices Edge Higher as Supply Risks Linger Despite Easing Iran Tensions

  

  Oil prices inched higher on Friday, supported by lingering supply concerns, even as the immediate threat of a U.S. military strike against Iran appeared to recede. Brent crude rose 50 cents, or 0.8%, to $64.26 a barrel by 10:00 GMT, putting it on track for a fourth consecutive weekly gain. …

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• 16 January 2026 1:46 pm

  Gold Holds Near Record Levels as Strong U.S. Jobs Data and Calmer Iran Outlook Cool Momentum

  

  Gold prices were largely steady on Friday, hovering just below the record highs reached earlier in the week, as stronger-than-expected U.S. labour data reduced expectations for near-term Federal Reserve rate cuts, while easing geopolitical tensions around Iran curbed safe-haven demand. Spot gold slipped 0.1% to $4,608.55 an ounce by 02:11 …

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• 16 January 2026 12:57 pm

  European Markets Slip as Greenland Standoff and Geopolitical Risks Weigh on Sentiment

  

  European equities closed the week on a softer footing on Friday, with investors remaining cautious amid mounting geopolitical uncertainty, particularly surrounding the future of Greenland and the stability of transatlantic alliances. By mid-morning in Europe, Germany’s DAX dipped 0.1%, France’s CAC 40 fell 0.2%, and the U.K.’s FTSE 100 eased …

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• 16 January 2026 3:25 am

  Central Bankers Rally Behind Powell: Why Trump’s Attacks Sparked a Global Warning

  

  In an extraordinary and rare move, top central bankers from around the world issued a joint statement expressing their support for U.S. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. The declaration comes as Powell faces both a criminal investigation and mounting political pressure from President Donald Trump, who has pushed for his …

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• 16 January 2026 1:46 am

  Gold Holds Near Record Territory as Short-Term Pause Masks a Powerful Long-Term Run

  

  Gold dipped slightly to around $4,615 in the latest session, but the move is best seen as a brief pause rather than a retreat. After months of steady gains, investors are taking profits while maintaining confidence in the precious metal’s long-term appeal. Even amid daily fluctuations, gold continues to hover …

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