Today is one of the most data-heavy days of 2026 for US markets. The Bureau of Economic Analysis releases its advance estimate of Q4 2025 GDP, flash PMI readings give a real-time pulse of manufacturing and services, and the US Supreme Court may finally deliver its landmark ruling on the legality of President Trump's sweeping IEEPA tariffs. Every one of these events has the potential to move markets significantly — and all three land on the same Friday.
Fed minutes from January 2026 meeting reveal hawkish pivot with officials discussing potential rate hikes if inflation persists. Current rate: 3.5%-3.75%. Analysis of two-sided guidance, market reactions, dollar surge, and what comes next for monetary policy.
The Indian stock market is facing strong volatility in 2026. Learn why Sensex and Nifty are falling, key market triggers, and what investors should expect next.
Global markets shift as US inflation cools, Japan surges on elections, Europe diverges, UK holds steady, and China’s property slowdown shows signs of stabilising.
Silver crashed 31.4% in its worst day since 1980, wiping out billions in value. Discover what triggered the historic silver market collapse, the role of margin requirements, Fed policy fears, and parallels to Silver Thursday.
Despite a weak crypto market, Axie Infinity, Pudgy Penguins, and Berachain are trending in 2026, driven by gaming, NFTs, and DeFi innovation.
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Finance Minister Sitharaman's ninth consecutive budget targets 4.3% fiscal deficit while committing ₹12.2 lakh crore to capital expenditure
Finance Minister unveils manufacturing incentives, semiconductor mission, and tax reforms as bilateral trade nears $200 billion milestone
India’s Union Budget 2026 outlines a long-term growth strategy, boosting infrastructure, manufacturing, and US-India trade and investment ties.
India’s $113B M&A surge in 2025 signals strong corporate confidence, with domestic consolidation, inbound capital, and outbound deals setting up a robust 2026.
US Fed holds rates steady at 3.50%–3.75% in its first 2026 meeting, with Jerome Powell signaling a cautious, data-driven approach amid elevated inflation.
