Latest business news, analysis, and in-depth coverage.
Wall Street's initial enthusiasm for 2026 quickly faded as volatility returned to markets. Early gains evaporated amid concerns about valuations, Fed policy, and AI investment sustainability.
Market watchers closely monitor January's performance as a potential indicator for full-year trends. The so-called January Effect and historical patterns suggest the month's returns often correlate with annual outcomes.
Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, XRP, and Dogecoin kicked off 2026 with coordinated gains. The rally reflected renewed optimism in cryptocurrency markets after a challenging end to 2025.
The US labor market entered 2026 with job gains remaining subdued. A Reuters poll projected 70,000 nonfarm payroll additions for January after December's 50,000 increase, as unemployment rates show stabilization.
The first major cryptocurrency options expiration of 2026 saw $2.2 billion in BTC and ETH contracts settle, setting the stage for potential volatility. The event tested market resilience at the year's start.
London's FTSE 100 index broke through the landmark 10,000 level for the first time since launching in 1984, gaining 1.2% on the opening trading day to finish at 10,122.73.
Prominent analyst Tom Lee forecasts Bitcoin will reach new all-time highs by January 2026 end, despite warning of continued volatility. His bullish call comes as markets navigate uncertain macro conditions.
Sharp mechanical breakouts in Bitcoin and Ethereum prices on January 14 triggered mass liquidations of nearly $700 million in short positions. The move caught bearish traders off-guard as crypto markets surged.
The UK government-backed British Business Bank committed £25 million to Kraken Technologies as part of its $1 billion demerger from Octopus Energy. It marks the bank's largest direct business investment to date.
International Monetary Fund forecasts Pakistan GDP growth at 3.2% for 2026, noting stabilization but warning of persistent challenges from heavy debt burden and weak investment climate.
