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US Delays Vote On Key Cryptocurrency Market Bill


Yesterday, the US Senate postponed a vote on a bill aimed at defining the structure of the cryptocurrency market. The delay followed the withdrawal of support by one of the industry's leading players, the Coinbase exchange.

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong said the current version of the bill was "worse than having no legislation at all". According to media reports:

→ the bill could have banned rewards for holding stablecoins (USDC), depriving Coinbase of a substantial share of its revenue;
→ the text was found to contain an effective ban on trading tokenised equities;
→ the bill imposed strict requirements on decentralised finance, undermining user privacy.

A market that had been expecting a regulatory "green light" has instead received another dose of uncertainty. As a result, COIN shares fell by more than 6% yesterday, opening with a bearish gap.



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EUR/JPY Pulls Back From Record High


As the chart shows, the exchange rate rose above ¥185.00 per euro for the first time ever earlier this week. Today, however, a modest pullback is visible, with the Japanese yen strengthening against the euro.

Fundamentally, this move has been supported by a combination of factors, most notably news from Japan. According to media reports, Japan's Finance Minister, Satsuki Katayama, said that Tokyo could carry out a joint currency market intervention with the United States to support the yen.

In addition, traders are positioning ahead of an important week, during which:
→ the Bank of Japan will announce its interest rate decision;
→ Japan's parliament may be dissolved to pave the way for snap elections;
→ euro area PMI figures will be released.



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USD/CAD Climbs to a Six-Week High


On Friday, USD/CAD rose above the 1.3920 level, marking its highest reading since 5 December.

The Canadian dollar is under pressure due to a combination of factors, including:

→ Market assessment of a trade agreement with China. The deal предусматривает sharp cuts in tariffs on electric vehicles and rapeseed. Both countries have also pledged to remove trade barriers and establish new strategic ties. This agreement has prompted a negative reaction from the United States.

→ Weakness in Canada's labour market. The latest unemployment data for Canada were very soft, showing a rise to 6.8% in December.

→ Upcoming key events. Later today (at 16:30), Canada's CPI data will be released, followed next week by the Bank of Canada's interest rate decision.



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Market Analysis: GBP/USD Correction Deepens While USD/CAD Refuses to Break


GBP/USD started a fresh decline below 1.3450. USD/CAD is consolidating gains and might aim for a fresh increase above 1.3900.

Important Takeaways for GBP/USD and USD/CAD Analysis Today
- The British Pound started another decline from 1.3500.
- There is a key bearish trend line forming with resistance at 1.3400 on the hourly chart of GBP/USD at FXOpen.
- USD/CAD is showing positive signs above the 1.3880 support zone.
- There is a key bullish trend line forming with support at 1.3890 on the hourly chart at FXOpen.

GBP/USD Technical Analysis
On the hourly chart of GBP/USD at FXOpen, the pair struggled to continue higher above 1.3500. The British Pound started a fresh decline and traded below 1.3450 against the US Dollar, as discussed in the previous analysis.

The pair even traded below 1.3400 and the 50-hour simple moving average. Finally, the bulls appeared near the 1.3340 level. The recent swing low was formed at 1.3339, and the pair is now consolidating losses.



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S&P 500 Opens the Week With a Bearish Gap


Despite a public holiday in the US (Martin Luther King Jr Day), the US stock market is showing volatility this morning. As the S&P 500 index chart (US SPX 500 mini on FXOpen) indicates, trading on Monday opened with a sizeable bearish gap, driven by Donald Trump's activity over the weekend.

According to media reports, the US president threatened to impose new tariffs on goods from eight European countries in order to force them to "fully and completely buy Greenland". The proposed measures target Germany, the UK, France, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, the Netherlands and Finland. A 10% tariff is set to take effect on 1 February and would rise to 25% in June if no agreement is reached.

In response to the US threats, European leaders are considering suspending the ratification of last year's trade agreement. Clearly, the market could not ignore such an escalation in international trade tensions.



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Top 10 Currencies That Are Considered the Strongest in Asia in 2026


Asia is home to some of the world's most powerful economies, and this strength is reflected in many Asian countries' currencies. From oil-rich Gulf states to financial hubs like Singapore, the region hosts a diverse mix of currencies that stand out in global markets. These currencies highlight the economic environment, fiscal discipline, and the influence of natural resources.

In this article, we look at the top ten currencies considered the most valuable in Asia in 2026 and the reasons behind their resilience.

The List of Top 10 Currencies That Are Considered the Strongest in Asia in 2026
The currency rate of Asian countries offers insight into their economic health, showing how each nation's money trades internationally. Stronger currencies typically reflect economic health, resource wealth, or advanced financial systems, while weaker ones may reveal structural challenges.

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Market Insights with Gary Thomson: Geopolitics, Inflation & Earnings to Watch

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The Price of Gold Rises Above $4,700 for the First Time


At the market open on Monday, 19 January, gold quotes (XAU/USD) formed a bullish gap and moved above the psychological level of $4,660, setting a new all-time high.

Today, 20 January, the market continues to show extremely bullish sentiment — for the first time ever, the price of gold has climbed to $4,720.

Why Is Gold Rising?
The main bullish driver is geopolitical tension. Following events in Venezuela, attention has shifted to the United States' desire to acquire Greenland (through purchase or other means).

According to media reports:

→ Trump has threatened to impose tariffs on eight European countries that oppose his ambitions regarding Greenland. This further intensifies fears of a potential trade war between the US and Europe.

→ French President Emmanuel Macron has declined an invitation to join the Trump-proposed Gaza Peace Council and is also demonstrating opposition to Trump's intentions concerning Greenland. In turn, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated that he is trying to persuade Macron to soften his response.



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Dollar Index (DXY) Falls More Than 0.9% Since the Start of the Week


News surrounding Greenland is the main driver of financial markets today. As a result, we are seeing the implementation of the "Sell America" strategy: the share prices of US companies are falling, and the dollar is losing value against other currencies.

The risks of trade wars, NATO fragmentation, and a potential recession are causing the USD to lose its status as a "safe haven", with capital flowing into alternative assets (confirming today's rise in the price of gold to $4,700).

As a result, the dollar index is showing accelerating downward momentum today, having fallen to the 98.500 level.



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Order Blocks and Breaker Blocks of the Smart Money Concept


Price often reacts around specific zones where large participants have previously placed large orders. Two structures used to frame that behaviour are order blocks and breaker blocks. While they're often mentioned together, they serve different analytical purposes, especially once market structure shifts.

Understanding the order block vs the breaker block distinction adds context to retracements, failed support or resistance, and continuation moves across timeframes. This article examines how each forms, how they're applied, and how traders analyse them in markets.

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10 Weakest European Currencies in 2026


While the euro may have been adopted by many European nations, plenty still use their own currencies. Some are strong, such as the British pound and Swiss franc, while others are much weaker.

This FXOpen article explores ten of the weakest currencies in Europe in 2026, ranking them and discussing reasons for their low valuations.

10 Weakest Currencies in Europe in 2026
There are several weak currencies in Europe, but they aren't all weak for the same reasons. Below, we'll break down precisely why they're so weak: economic struggles and mismanagement, geopolitical and political conflicts, and more.

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Market Analysis: Gold Explodes to New Highs, WTI Crude Searches for Support


Gold price started a fresh surge above $4,800 and traded to a new all-time high. Crude oil is recovering and might rise toward $61.20.

Important Takeaways for Gold and WTI Crude Oil Prices Analysis Today
- Gold price rallied to a new all-time high and traded above $4,845 against the US Dollar.
- A key bullish trend line is forming with support at $4,775 on the hourly chart of gold at FXOpen.
- WTI Crude oil is recovering losses and trading above $59.00.
- There is a rising channel forming with support at $59.40 on the hourly chart of XTI/USD at FXOpen.

Gold Price Technical Analysis

On the hourly chart of Gold at FXOpen, the price formed support near $4,535. The price remained in a bullish zone and started a fresh increase above $4,600.

The bulls pushed the price above $4,800 and the 50-hour simple moving average. Finally, it traded to a new all-time high at $4,849. The price is still showing bullish signs above $4,800, and the RSI is above 80.

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Dollar Under Pressure: Tariffs and Geopolitical Risks Shift Market Sentiment


The US dollar continues to weaken after a period of short-term consolidation, amid rising tariff uncertainty and increasing geopolitical tensions. Statements by Donald Trump regarding the possible introduction of new tariffs against Europe have heightened market concerns about the consequences for global trade and economic growth, undermining support for the dollar as a defensive currency.

Additional caution is being driven by expectations of a heavy slate of US macroeconomic releases, including housing market data, inflation indicators, business activity figures, as well as speeches by Federal Reserve officials. In this environment, market participants prefer to reduce dollar exposure and act more selectively, awaiting new signals that could clarify the future path of monetary policy.



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Netflix (NFLX) Shares Fall Despite Strong Earnings Report


Yesterday, Netflix (NFLX) released its quarterly results, which, albeit only slightly, exceeded Wall Street analysts' expectations — both in terms of earnings per share (EPS) and gross revenue. Despite this, NFLX shares fell in after-hours trading to around the $82.50 level.

Why Did NFLX Shares Fall?
Bearish sentiment is being driven by the following factors (according to media reports):

→ Cautious guidance from management. Netflix expects revenue growth to slow to 11–13%, compared with 15–16% in 2025.

→ Subscriber growth dynamics. While total subscriber numbers increased to a record level of around 325 million, the pace of growth is slowing. By comparison, the company added roughly 23 million new users in 2025, versus 41 million in 2024.

→ M&A considerations. As we noted on 8 December, Netflix's share price could be significantly affected by a potential acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery. Such a large-scale deal carries risks related to increased debt and adds to uncertainty.



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What Are Supply and Demand Trading Zones?


Supply and demand zones are a way of looking at price that focuses on where momentum started, not where it paused. Traders use these zones to frame structure, reactions, and context across different market conditions. Rather than treating levels as static lines, the approach looks at behaviour and participation around key areas.

This article examines how supply and demand zones are identified, how common patterns form, and how they are applied in trading analysis.

Key Takeaways
- Supply and demand zones are price areas where strong buying or selling previously drove decisive moves, often linked to liquidity shifts and institutional positioning rather than repeated price reactions.
- Four core patterns appear around these zones: Rally-Base-Rally, Drop-Base-Drop, Rally-Base-Drop, and Drop-Base-Rally, each reflecting continuation or reversal behaviour.
- Continuation strategies focus on breakouts from a base following strong momentum away from a zone through Rally-Base-Rally or Drop-Base-Drop patterns.
- Reversal strategies analyse price returning into a zone and reacting through Rally-Base-Drop or Drop-Base-Rally structures.

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