Silver charted its fifth consecutive structural market deficit in 2025 based on preliminary analysis of the data. The shortfall will likely exacerbate tight supply issues that have precipitated a significant silver squeeze.

From a technical analysis point of view, the trend remains firmly bullish.

After closing out the preceding week at a record high, the S&P 500 clocked a new record high close of 6,977.27 on Monday, 12 January 2026 before retreating a half percent to end the week at 6,940.01, about 0.4% below its previous week's close.

EUR/USD continues to face strong bearish pressure as traders react to escalating EU-US tensions and Fed rate outlooks, with 1.1500 emerging as a key support level.

The markets are reacting dramatically to recent developments. Stocks and bonds have been sold, gold and silver are at record highs, and the US dollar has been sold aggressively.

Johnson & Johnson's stock approaches its 52-week high due to positive Phase 3 CAPLYTA trial data, strong earnings momentum, and favorable market sentiment as it nears an upcoming earnings report.

D.R. Horton beat Wall Street estimates in Q1 fiscal 2026 as earnings rose to $2.03 per share and revenue came in at $6.9 billion, while maintaining its outlook for 2026.

Amidst households’ equity allocation at a fresh record and continued support from margin debt, large-cap indices are giving out signs of fatigue.

European markets continue to lose traction, as faltering relations with the US point towards a difficult path forward for Nato.

Global markets head into the North American open with the dollar under pressure and risk sentiment fragile.

The Euro rallied quite nicely during the trading session on Monday as the United States was closed for Martin Luther King Jr Day. The real momentum could be seen on Tuesday.

Bank of England officials – or some of them at least – remain concerned about inflation.

Gold surges to another record above $4,700 as geopolitical and trade tensions fuel demand for defensive assets.

USD/CAD price analysis remains under selling pressure as oil prices remain stable while the dollar weakens.

The Euro dropped to 1.1578 so far today.

3M posted a Q4 earnings and revenue beat, delivering $1.83 adjusted EPS and $6.1 billion in sales, while forecasting growth in 2026.

DAX slumps for a third day as Trump’s tariff threats weigh. GBP/USD rises on USD weakness & despite soft UK jobs data.

Most investment firms kick off the new year with “outlook” pieces, offering futile predictions on the S&P 500’s year-end close or the frequency of Fed rate hikes.

The US natural gas prices jumped more than 17% to $3.65 per MMBtu, sharply rebounding from a 13-week low of $3.10 recorded last week.

Global markets faced further turbulence as Treasuries joined a widespread bond sell-off and equities took a hit.