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The Euro falls against the US Dollar as it gains strength, hovering around 1.1600
Written on January 17, 2026 at 12:26 am, by davin
The Euro weakens against the US Dollar, hindered by strong US economic data. Technical indicators suggest continued bearish pressure on EUR/USD, with potential strategies favoring a downward trend. – vtmarketsmy.com
Silver prices hit a record high of $93.75 per troy ounce due to tight supply conditions.
Written on January 17, 2026 at 12:26 am, by davin
Silver prices reached a historic high of $93.75/ounce, driven by market dynamics and supply shortages. With the Gold/Silver ratio dropping, new futures contracts could attract more retail interest in trading. – vtmarketsmy.com
In December, production fell short of targets by 720,000 bpd, mainly due to issues in Russia and Kazakhstan.
Written on January 16, 2026 at 11:26 pm, by davin
OPEC+ production fell 720,000 barrels daily in December, driven by Russian and Kazakh shortfalls due to drone attacks. This downturn hints at less global oil oversupply and rising prices ahead. – vtmarketsmy.com
Commerzbank expects a decline in US crude production due to low prices.
Written on January 16, 2026 at 11:26 pm, by davin
US crude oil production is expected to peak at 13.89 million barrels per day by November 2025, then decline to 13.16 million by 2027 due to low prices and reduced drilling activity. – vtmarketsmy.com
Commerzbank analyst notes that record crude oil imports in China are driven by higher refinery operations and stockpiling
Written on January 16, 2026 at 11:26 pm, by davin
China’s crude oil imports surged to record levels in December 2025, driven by refinery activity and stockpiling, raising concerns about future demand and potential market volatility. Will this trend continue? – vtmarketsmy.com
The British Pound hovers around 1.3380, held back by strong US economic data
Written on January 16, 2026 at 11:25 pm, by davin
GBP/USD remains steady near 1.3380 as US economic strength pressures Sterling. With disparate central bank policies, traders expect GBP weakness and potential opportunities for put options below 1.3300. – vtmarketsmy.com
In December, Russia’s Consumer Price Index decreased to 0.3%, down from 0.42%.
Written on January 16, 2026 at 10:26 pm, by davin
Russia’s inflation drops to 0.3%, hinting at potential rate cuts, while US economic strength boosts the dollar, impacting gold prices. Traders should brace for market shifts amid upcoming PCE data. – vtmarketsmy.com
The Japanese yen strengthens against the US dollar, outperforming nearly all G10 currencies, according to Scotiabank
Written on January 16, 2026 at 10:26 pm, by davin
The Japanese Yen rose 0.3% against the US Dollar, prompting intervention talk from officials. With inflation concerns and USD/JPY fluctuations, strategies like buying put options may offer profitable opportunities. – vtmarketsmy.com
As the US dollar weakens, the Pound Sterling rises slightly, according to Scotiabank experts
Written on January 16, 2026 at 10:26 pm, by davin
The Pound Sterling is rising against the US Dollar due to stronger UK industrial production, impacting interest rate expectations. Traders could exploit low volatility to profit while navigating a tight range. – vtmarketsmy.com
Scotiabank strategists say the Euro rises slightly but underperforms compared to other G10 currencies.
Written on January 16, 2026 at 10:25 pm, by davin
The Euro slightly rose against the Dollar but remains stagnant among G10 currencies. Upcoming economic data could shake its range-bound status, posing potential trading opportunities amid low volatility. – vtmarketsmy.com
