Eurozone unemployment data leads, while markets watch tariffs. Trump addresses Congress at 21:00 ET on policy.
China’s manufacturing PMI rose to 50.2, while trade declined amid tariffs and Lunar New Year effects.
Tariffs on China increase to 20%, while Canada and Mexico face 25% tariffs under national security measures.
South Africa’s GDP grew 0.6% in Q4, USD weakened, gold surged, crypto declined, and US imposed tariffs.
China aims for dialogue on tariffs, advocating WTO rules, rejecting threats, and defending sovereignty while seeking consultation.
South Africa’s GDP grew to 0.9% in Q4, improving from 0.3%, reflecting economic recovery and progress.
USD/JPY slipped below 149.00 as tariffs escalated; China, Canada responded; RBA cautious on rate cuts.
Cocoa prices decline as supply surplus expected; wheat harvest rises 31% due to gains in Australia.
Japan’s Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba denies currency devaluation, no official communication from Trump on forex policy.
Greece’s PMI fell, EUR/USD rose, gold surged, Bitcoin dropped, and US tariffs hit Canada, Mexico, and China.
