Monthly Archives: January 2026
Deficits And Demand: What December’s US Fiscal Data Reveals
Written on January 16, 2026 at 10:15 am, by
The US December budget deficit highlights how government spending continues to support demand. We examine what it means for growth, bonds, and markets. | VT Markets
In December, the NZ PMI rose to 56.1, an improvement from the prior 51.4
Written on January 16, 2026 at 10:14 am, by
New Zealand manufacturing expands; China sets higher yuan fix; gold dips; Ripple, AUD steady; diversification trend grows.
In November, Total Net TIC Flows for the United States rose to $212 billion from -$37.3 billion
Written on January 16, 2026 at 10:13 am, by
U.S. capital inflows surged; oil, dollar rose; Ripple expanded in Europe; markets shift interest to Asia.
Increased United States Net Long-Term TIC Flows reached $220.2B, up from $17.5B previously
Written on January 16, 2026 at 9:43 am, by
U.S. Treasury flows surged, currency markets shifted, gold dipped, oil rose, and Ripple expanded amid volatility.
A structure-first perspective reveals alignment of sessions around crucial Nasdaq futures levels in major markets
Written on January 16, 2026 at 9:42 am, by
Nasdaq futures rebound above intraday pivot, testing upper resistance amid structured trading approach and market context.
As rhetoric from Iran eases, gold prices decline to around $4,610 amid fading Fed rate cut expectations
Written on January 16, 2026 at 9:13 am, by
Gold dips as Trump eases Iran stance; strong US jobs data dims hopes for Federal Reserve rate cuts.
At the Economic Club of Kansas City, Jeffrey Schmid expressed the need for restrictive monetary policy to combat inflation
Written on January 16, 2026 at 9:12 am, by
Kansas City Fed President Schmid urges caution on rate cuts, highlighting inflation risks and labor market issues.
Encouraging data from the US led to the Dollar Index rising near 99.35, reducing gains
Written on January 16, 2026 at 8:45 am, by
US Dollar strengthens on upbeat job data; volatility persists amid Fed scrutiny and global currency fluctuations.
As geopolitical tensions ease, WTI prices dip below $60, losing earlier gains from the week
Written on January 16, 2026 at 8:44 am, by
WTI oil falls below $60 amid easing geopolitical tensions, strong dollar pressure, and oversupply concerns.
After hitting an all-time high, silver prices fell to approximately $91.70 per ounce due to decreased safe-haven interest
Written on January 16, 2026 at 8:14 am, by
Silver dips to $91.70 amid easing tensions, strong dollar, and profit-taking; medium-term outlook remains stable.
