U.S. Factory Activity Posts Fastest Gains Since 2022
U.S. factory activity unexpectedly expanded in January at the fastest pace in more than three years, as production and demand recovered strongly, a survey of manufacturing firms said.
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Nasdaq Slips, Oil Prices Drop
Stocks slipped to kick off February, while metals endured another roller-coaster ride.
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Gold's Rout Fails to Dent Bullish Calls at Major Banks
Some major banks say the longer-term investment case remains intact amid expectations for exceptionally strong demand from investors and central banks.
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Asia PMIs Signal Solid Start for Manufacturers in 2026
Asian manufacturers started the year on a strong note, with factory activity ticking up in major exporters like Japan and South Korea, and business sentiment brightening.
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Yen Moves Causing More Worry at BOJ, Opinions Summary Shows
The Bank of Japan has grown more cautious about the inflation risk posed by a weak yen, a summary of opinions showed, after recent volatility put markets on alert for intervention.
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ECB and BOE on Hold as Dollar Weakens and Imports From China Surge
The central banks are set to leave rates unchanged Thursday, as they consider the impact of a weaker dollar and an influx of cheap Chinese imports on the outlook for inflation.
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Cboe in Talks to Bring Back All-or-Nothing Options to Vie With Prediction Markets
The Wall Street derivatives exchange is seeking to capitalize on the popularity of yes-or-no wagers, though it aims to stick to financial markets.
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Kevin Warsh's Three Tasks: Shrink the Fed, Tame Inflation, Manage the President.
If confirmed, Trump's Fed-chair nominee would face several treacherous balancing acts.
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The Housing Market Is Swinging Toward Buyers
Nearly two-thirds of home buyers last year purchased at a discount to the original listing price, the highest proportion since 2019.
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Congress's Bid to End Partial Shutdown Gets Tougher
Democrats pushing for immigration-enforcement changes say they won't help House Republicans pass funding measures.
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Saying You Want to Shrink the Fed Is One Thing. Doing It Is Another.
Kevin Warsh's vision of 'regime change' at the central bank could mean tighter times for markets.
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The 'January barometer' for stocks comes with a big asterisk this year
If the first month of 2026 can be any guide to the rest of the year, investors should buckle up.
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Gold now down nearly $1,000 from peak as silver attempts to stabilize following record 31% slump
A volatile day is setting up for precious and base metals on Monday with silver and China selling in focus.
(END) Dow Jones Newswires
February 02, 2026 11:00 ET (16:00 GMT)
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