Yesterday’s dollar sell-off seemed to reflect a combination of spillover from JGB volatility and concerns about Europeans reducing their Treasury holdings.

Crude remains in a sticky consolidation as traders worry that inflation could undermine demand.

In this video, Ira Epstein discusses the latest developments in the metal markets and the broader economic landscape as of January 20, 2026.

Intel appears to be making good on the $11 billion investment from the federal government, its largest shareholder. The United States' plan to secure and boost domestic chip manufacturing has made it enticing to keep Intel stock in the portfolio.