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.