Goldman Sachs expects January U.S. payrolls to undershoot forecasts, citing model effects and subdued hiring signals despite limited layoff pressure. Earlier: Preview: January non-farm payrolls …
Westpac expects the RBNZ to hold rates steady while modestly bringing forward its first projected hike, without signalling a more aggressive tightening path. Summary: RBNZ …
Ford’s Q4 earnings missed sharply on tariffs and supply issues, but management sees 2026 as a rebound year driven by Ford Pro and Blue strength. …
JPMorgan sketched out an $8,000 decade-end gold scenario in a late January note as big banks lift targets and WGC data show record 2025 demand. …
Senior Fed policymakers signalled rates may already be near neutral, favouring patience as inflation remains elevated and labour markets stay resilient. Summary: Fed officials signal …
US December retail sales 0.0% vs +0.4% expected Fed’s Logan: If inflation falls and labor market stays stable, no further cuts needed Fed’s Hammack: Inflation …
Via oilprice.com — Oil prices remain firm, though rangebound, so far this week on heightened geopolitical risk and supply-demand signals. Tensions between the U.S. and …