Trade Wars 2.0 - news and analysis

The second presidency of Donald Trump initiated escalation of tariffs that triggered significant financial movements. These actions may to increased costs for businesses and consumers, disrupted supply chains, and created market uncertainty. Retaliatory tariffs from affected nations can further strain global trade, impacting economic growth and prompting concerns about long-term financial stability.

Tech rebalance and volatility catalysts – Dow Jones and US Stock Index Outlook

S&P 500, Dow Jones and Nasdaq Analysis – Weekend risk: Stocks embrace the "Debasement Trade" as Silver hits $100 and Gold nears $5,000. We analyze the looming Fed Chair decision (Warsh vs. Rieder), the "distraction" of Greenland vs. Iran tensions, and the risk of profit-taking ahead of critical Tech earnings.

23-01-2026 17:07 GMT by Elior Manier

Chart alert: Gold (XAU/USD) eyeing $5,000 and beyond as bullish acceleration intact

Gold (XAU/USD) is extending a powerful bullish acceleration, surging to fresh all-time highs near US$4,970 and setting its sights on the US$5,000–5,150 zone. Escalating US–NATO tensions and a growing “sell America” narrative are driving safe-haven demand, while strong technical momentum and a breakout from a medium-term uptrend keep the near-term bias firmly bullish.

23-01-2026 05:53 GMT by Kelvin Wong