Financial Markets Report For Wednesday, Jan 14

TalkMarkets - Wed, 01/14/2026 - 19:50
In this video, Ira Epstein discusses the current uncertainties in the financial markets, focusing on geopolitical tensions involving the US and Iran, and their potential impact on energy prices and market stability.

AUD/USD Slips Below 0.6700 As Australia’s Inflation Expectations Ease

TalkMarkets - Wed, 01/14/2026 - 19:30
AUD/USD edges lower after registering slight gains in the previous session, trading around 0.6680 during the Asian hours on Thursday.

WTI Posts Modest Gains Above $60.00 As Traders Assess Iran Protests

TalkMarkets - Wed, 01/14/2026 - 19:10
West Texas Intermediate, the US crude oil benchmark, is trading around $60.35 during the Asian trading hours on Thursday. The WTI price edges higher amid persistent tensions in Iran.

December Existing Homes Sales Add Evidence To The “Green Shoots” Thesis For Sales

TalkMarkets - Wed, 01/14/2026 - 18:50
Although the government shutdown is long over, the most recent government housing updates have been for October, I.e., two months stale.

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