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Market Talk - Thursday, Jan. 8

Thu, 01/08/2026 - 15:38
The oil markets had a mixed day today.

Nasdaq Snaps Win Streak As Tech Takes Heavy Hit

Thu, 01/08/2026 - 15:34
Traders rotated out of tech this afternoon, pressuring the Nasdaq into the red to snap a three-day win streak.

Trump Housing Policy Shocks The Market And What Traders Should Know

Thu, 01/08/2026 - 15:30
Shares of firms tied to the single‑family rental and home transaction ecosystem sold off hard.

What If The Fed Turned ‘MAGA Dovish’?

Thu, 01/08/2026 - 15:21
We take a look at how the Federal Reserve could turn 'MAGA dovish'.

Gold Stalls Near $4,455 On Rising Yields, U.S. Dollar Recovery

Thu, 01/08/2026 - 15:08
Gold holds flat after dipping to $4,407 as US yields and the US Dollar extend their recovery.

Your S&P Select Industry Indices 2025 Wrapped

Thu, 01/08/2026 - 14:29
Looking back at 2025, some key themes emerged and drove many market conversations.

November JOLTS Report Consistent With A Weak, But Sideways Rather Than Negative, Trend In The Labor Market

Thu, 01/08/2026 - 13:51
November’s report did not confirm October’s. For most of 2025, in contrast to much other data in the jobs sector, the JOLTS reports had been very much consistent with a “soft landing” jobs scenario.

Russell 2000 Earnings Dashboard 25Q4

Thu, 01/08/2026 - 13:29
The 25Q4 Y/Y blended earnings growth estimate is 63.4%. If the energy sector is excluded, the growth rate for the index is 70.9%.

DoorDash Proves It Was Never Just A Pandemic Stock

Thu, 01/08/2026 - 13:03
DoorDash has proven that convenience continues to win in consumer markets, even at a premium.

Don’t Forget About The USD

Thu, 01/08/2026 - 12:49
The USD Index has been declining in recent years, but the reality is that it’s after a very long-term breakout that materialized in early 2015 and that was then verified in the following years.

Softs Report - Thursday, Jan. 8

Thu, 01/08/2026 - 12:36
FCOJ futures were sharply higher on speculative buying. Chart trends turned back up.

No Signs Of Acceleration Yet For The Eurozone Economy

Thu, 01/08/2026 - 12:30
For 2026, the big question is when fiscal stimulus will start to boost economic growth. The latest data on sentiment still shows a lacklustre economy for the moment, though unemployment does remain around all-time lows

Bitcoin ETF May Boost Morgan Stanley’s Brand, Says ProCap Executive

Thu, 01/08/2026 - 12:26
Morgan Stanley files for Bitcoin and Solana ETFs, aiming for long-term brand growth regardless of product inflows, says ProCap CIO.

Nvidia Below The 50-Day MA

Thu, 01/08/2026 - 12:19
Not a good look for Nvidia trading below its 50-day moving average here.

Positioning Ahead Of January USDA. The Corn & Ethanol Report

Thu, 01/08/2026 - 12:06
Corn market choppiness persists ahead of key USDA report data due Jan 12th.

The FTSE Finish Line - Thursday, Jan. 8

Thu, 01/08/2026 - 11:55
The FTSE 100 in London opened slightly lower on Thursday, pressured by a decline in oil stocks, but managed a modest recovery by the close, finishing marginally in the green.

GBP/USD Slides For Third Consecutive Day As Firm US Jobs Data Lifts Dollar

Thu, 01/08/2026 - 11:54
The Pound Sterling falls for the third straight day on Thursday against the US Dollar, down some 0.10% as US jobs data showed the labor market is healthier than expected, weighing on expectations of Federal Reserve rate cuts ahead in the year.

AI Semiconductor Stocks Expected To Continue Dramatic Surge In 2026 - Here's My Watchlist

Thu, 01/08/2026 - 11:41
Some analysts think the AI hardware boom could slow down in 2027 while others expect demand will be long-lasting, with consistent growth. This article has the rationale for each position.

Stocks Mixed As Defense Sector Charges Higher

Thu, 01/08/2026 - 11:38
Stocks are mixed midday, as investors continue to unpack this morning's flurry of economic data.

Apple Stock: Why JPM Switch Is Strategically Sound But Financially Modest

Thu, 01/08/2026 - 11:28
JPMorgan has replaced Goldman Sachs as the issuer of “Apple Card,” marking a significant shift in the tech titan’s financial services strategy. However, the direct impact on Apple stock will likely prove limited.

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