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Monthly Archives: January 2026
S&P Global Composite PMI for the United States rises to 52.8 from 52.7
Written on January 23, 2026 at 10:08 pm, by davin
Gold hits near $5,000 amid US dollar decline, while Bitcoin struggles below $90,000. UBS considers crypto services, and market volatility presents opportunities for strategic trading amid economic resilience. – vtmarketsmy.com
S&P Global Services PMI for the United States reports 52.5, falling short of the forecasted 52.8
Written on January 23, 2026 at 10:08 pm, by davin
US services sector growth slows as the S&P PMI hits 52.5. Meanwhile, gold prices near $5,000 and the dollar weakens, impacting currency markets and increasing demand for safe havens. – vtmarketsmy.com
US S&P Global Manufacturing PMI reports a value of 51.9, falling short of projections
Written on January 23, 2026 at 10:07 pm, by davin
January’s S&P Global Manufacturing PMI hit 51.9, missing forecasts and signaling a slowdown in growth. This raises market concerns, suggesting a strategic time for protective trades and volatility buying. – vtmarketsmy.com
Traders find a buying opportunity in Intel’s earnings drop while others panic sell
Written on January 23, 2026 at 9:08 pm, by davin
Intel’s stock has plummeted over 10%, prompting traders to eye key levels at $44 and $42 for potential buy opportunities. Options strategies involving put spreads may offer strong risk-reward chances. – vtmarketsmy.com
Canadian dollar strengthens against US dollar as unexpected retail sales boost its value
Written on January 23, 2026 at 9:08 pm, by davin
The Canadian Dollar gains strength against the US Dollar due to robust retail sales and steady oil prices. Expectations of a hawkish Bank of Canada and economic divergence signal continued CAD momentum. – vtmarketsmy.com
Intel stock drops 12% after poor Q1 guidance leads to lowered revenue expectations
Written on January 23, 2026 at 9:08 pm, by davin
Intel’s stock plummeted 12% after disappointing Q1 guidance, despite better-than-expected Q4 results. Analysts remain optimistic for 2026, suggesting options strategies could capitalize on volatility and potential recovery. – vtmarketsmy.com
Colombia’s retail sales growth was 7.5%, falling short of the expected 12%
Written on January 23, 2026 at 9:07 pm, by davin
Colombia’s retail sales rose 7.5% in October, missing the 12% forecast, signaling weakening consumer spending. This downturn could influence economic policies, with interest rate cuts likely amidst a cooling economy. – vtmarketsmy.com
In November, Canadian retail sales excluding automobiles grew by 1.7%, surpassing predictions.
Written on January 23, 2026 at 8:08 pm, by davin
Gold approaches $5,000 amid safety demand, while the USD weakens. Mixed market signals could lead to strategic options trading, especially with upcoming Fed meetings. CAD retail strength contrasts US data. – vtmarketsmy.com
Retail sales in Canada increased by 1.3% month-on-month, surpassing the expected 1.2% growth.
Written on January 23, 2026 at 8:08 pm, by davin
Canada’s retail sales surged 1.3% in November, indicating stronger consumer spending than expected. This economic resilience suggests heightened interest rates may persist, influencing currency and market strategies moving forward. – vtmarketsmy.com
Euro falls against the British Pound as stronger UK economic data emerges in trading
Written on January 23, 2026 at 8:08 pm, by davin
The Euro weakens against a robust British Pound, driven by strong UK economic indicators and Bank of England caution. Opportunities for trading EUR/GBP decline emerge amid potential inflation shifts. – vtmarketsmy.com
