Market Analysis
Market flash: Donald Trump blows hot and cold on markets
16.01.2026
• Between public pressure on Jerome Powell and threats of intervention in Iran, Donald Trump is fuelling uncertainty; however, the Fed considers its monetary policy appropriate, and no rate cut is expected at the next meeting.
• In Japan, the Prime Minister is considering dissolving parliament and calling early elections to strengthen her majority and ease the implementation of her stimulus agenda.
• In Europe, long-term yields have fully played their role as a safe haven, falling over the week, while gold has continued to rise.
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