Markets rose again in Thursday’s session, kicking off the early market with more positive Jobless Claims and Q3 GDP revision. The Dow gained +306 points, +0.63%, while the S&P 500 +37 points +0.55%.

We’re witnessing yet another record-setting day on Thursday, as both the gold and silver prices are sharply higher again, and have set new all-time record highs.

In this video, Ira Epstein discusses the financial market activities as of January 22, 2026, highlighting a significant rise in stock markets despite early profit-taking and Intel's supply chain issues

Gold price extends the rally to around $4,950 during the early Asian session on Friday. The precious metal gains momentum as geopolitical risk and threats to the US Fed independence boost the safe-haven demand. 

The article analyzes the technical breakout of precious metals as gold nears the historic $5,000 mark and silver approaches $100. It examines the long-term growth of mining sectors, noting that the GDX has surged 800% since 2016.

The article provides a technical roadmap focusing on bullish strategies for the Nasdaq and S&P 500. It outlines a "long-only" approach, utilizing hourly directional filters and tick-chart patterns to identify high-probability entry points.