Market Talk – January 15, 2025

January 15, 2025

Market Talk 2017

ASIA:
The major Asian stock markets had a mixed day today:
• NIKKEI 225 decreased 29.72 points or -0.08% to 38,444.58
• Shanghai decreased 13.82 points or -0.43% to 3,227.12
• Hang Seng increased 66.29 points or 0.34% to 19,286.07
• ASX 200 decreased 17.70 points or -0.22% to 8,213.30
• SENSEX increased 224.45 points or 0.29% to 76,724.08
• Nifty50 increased 37.15 points or 0.16% to 23,213.20
The major Asian currency markets had a mixed day today:
• AUDUSD increased 0.00335 or 0.54% to 0.62280
• NZDUSD decreased 0.00010 or -0.02% to 0.56115
• USDJPY decreased 1.462 or -0.93% to 156.494
• USDCNY increased 0.00489 or 0.07% to 7.34849
The above data was collected around 14:53 EST.
Precious Metals:
•  Gold increased 19.02 USD/t oz. or 0.71% to 2,694.36
•  Silver increased 0.82 USD/t. oz. or 2.75% to 30.661
The above data was collected around 14:57 EST.
EUROPE/EMEA:
The major Europe stock markets had a green day today:
•  CAC 40 increased 50.92 points or 0.69% to 7,474.59
•  FTSE 100 increased 99.59 points or 1.21% to 8,301.13
•  DAX 30 increased 303.35 points or 1.50% to 20,574.68
The major Europe currency markets had a mixed day today:
• EURUSD decreased 0.00144 or -0.14% to 1.02936
• GBPUSD increased 0.0015 or 0.12% to 1.22305
• USDCHF increased 0.00017 or 0.02% to 0.91272
The above data was collected around 14:58 EST.

US/AMERICAS:

US Market Closings:

  • Dow advanced 703.27 points or 1.65% to 43,221.55
  • S&P 500 advanced 107 points or 1.83% to 5,949.91
  • Nasdaq advanced 466.84 points or 2.45% to 19,511.23
  • Russell 2000 advanced 44.06 points or 1.99% to 2,263.29

 

Canada Market Closings:

  • TSX Composite advanced 200.72 pointss or 0.82% to 24,789.3
  • TSX 60 advanced 13.45 points or 0.91% to 1,486.04

 

Brazil Market Closing:

  • Bovespa advanced 3,388.29 points or 2.84% to 122,686.96
ENERGY:
The oil markets had a green day today:
•  Crude Oil increased 3.075 USD/BBL or 3.97% to 80.575
•  Brent increased 2.563 USD/BBL or 3.21% to 82.483
•  Natural gas increased 0.1617 USD/MMBtu or 4.08% to 4.1297
•  Gasoline increased 0.0517 USD/GAL or 2.44% to 2.1701
•  Heating oil increased 0.0791 USD/GAL or 3.11% to 2.6244
The above data was collected around 15:05 EST.
•  Top commodity gainers: Natural Gas (4.08%), Crude Oil (3.97%), Brent (3.21%) and Lumber (7.70%)
•  Top commodity losers: Canola (-1.78%), Oat (-1.57%), Lead (-1.53%) and Sugar (-1.31%)
The above data was collected around 15:10 EST.
BONDS:
Japan 1.2560% (+1.19bp), US 2’s 4.28% (-0.108%), US 10’s 4.6620% (-13.1bps); US 30’s 4.88% (-0.096%), Bunds 2.5235% (-9.9bp), France 3.349% (-12.25bp), Italy 3.6840% (-15.05bp), Turkey 26.50% (+7bp), Greece 3.340% (-11bp), Portugal 2.968% (-12.7bp); Spain 3.200% (-13.3bp) and UK Gilts 4.7330% (-16.18bp)
The above data was collected around 15:14 EST.

Destroying the World Economy ASAP

January 15, 2025

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The two positions in life that require ZERO experience are (1) politician and (2) becoming a parent. We often hear blaming foreign buyers in real estate for the rise in prices. I listened to that in Miami, with all the foreigners buying condos, but I also heard in Florida how all these people from New England were buying up the East Coast, and the MidWesterners were buying the West Coast. In Canada, they blamed the Chinese for pushing up property values in Vancouver. In Singapore, it was turning ugly, with even protests against foreigners.

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The world economy expands and flourishes when we all get along. The problem today is that governments have abused their power following Karl Marx and this socialized agenda, believing in fairness and equality that not even God bestowed upon humanity. They follow Marxism blindly no matter how many times it has been proven to fail, for it is anti-religious and anti-humanity. We are equal only in rights – not in passions or talents. Some men find robust women attractive, others thin. Women, the joke is, prefer fixer-uppers compared to men, which is typically a yes or no. We are all simply not the same – sorry! Governments have abused this socialistic power, and capital normally flees.

The latest is the Spanish prime minister, Pedro Sánchez, announcing 12 reforms amid an ongoing debate over the impact of foreigners on local housing prices. The proposal is to introduce a tax rate for those outside the European Union (EU) who do not currently live in Spain, with a tax rate of up to 100% of the property value. Real estate purchases in Spain are subject to a 10% tax on newly-built homes and 6% on old properties. He is brain-dead. If this policy is imposed, housing prices will decline, which means RECESSION for people spending less when they think their house has declined.

Public v Private

As we move into 2032, more and more people are starting to realize that the problem we all face is government. There is ZERO hope of preventing this crash and burn. Not even Trump will be able to stop this trend largely because the SWAMP surrounds him, and people with self-interests preaching their own agenda have his ear. Capital is moving, and then you have to be mindful that the average person will blame foreigners, which becomes a prevalent response regardless of the culture or century.

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In China, there was the Boxer Rebellion, which was an anti-foreign, anti-imperialist, and anti-Christian uprising in North China between 1899 and 1901. During the Hard Times of the 1840s, there were riots and gun battles against the immigrants coming in from Ireland in Philadelphia, taking local jobs and property.

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The Romans first invaded Britain in 55 BC under Julius Caesar, but it was not until the reign of Emperor Claudius in 43AD that a full-scale conquest was launched. He even named his son – Britannicus. Over the next few decades, the Romans gradually extended their control over the island, establishing a network of forts, roads, and settlements that would form the backbone of Roman Britain.

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In 60-61AD, the Roman province of Britannia was shaken by a massive rebellion led by Queen Boudicca of the Iceni tribe. The Boudiccan Revolt, was an uprising also against foreigners nearly 20 years after Rome Conquered Britain.

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This is a tiny list of examples of domestic civil unrest against foreigners. Immigration has often sparked major uprisings and the downfall of empires, nations, and city-states. As I have written before, Emperor Valens allowed the Barbarian tribes to enter the Empire. He even trained them in Roman military tactics, assuming he could boost his army against rising external threats. They came, they saw, they learned, but they did not assimilate. They then conquered and killed Emperor Valens on the battlefield.

1683 Siege of Vienna Medal

Our politicians have made the same mistake, especially in Europe. The previous attempt by the Muslims to conquer Europe was the Siege of Vienna in 1683. It is no exaggeration to describe the Battle of Tours, which took place on October 10, 732, as one of the single most important battles in European history. Charles Martel, the father of Charlemagne, saved Europe from the Muslim invasion. The exact location of the battlefield is unknown, but the fight occurred somewhere between Tours and Poitiers. It was a decisive battle in the Umayyad Caliphate’s invasion of Gaul. They were defeated by a combined Kingdom of the Franks force led by the legendary Charles ‘the Hammer’ Martel. There were two attempts to conquer Europe; this time, many wonder if the politicians made the same mistake as Emperor Valens.

History Repeats

Soros’ Open Society is nothing more than a fantasy. We ALWAYS decline economically when society divides and becomes fragmented. Just look at the Middle East. The people who live in Syria do not see themselves as Syrians first. They see themselves as tribal groups most delineated by religion. Allowing the influx of Muslims into Europe has not merely caused a major culture clash, as those who Valens let in also did not assimilate into Roman Society; this is the same process unfolding in Europe. Muslims who grew up in Europe were predominantly assimilated culturally, even though they retained their religion. This was no different from the Protestant vs Catholic, which at one time was a major confrontation throughout Northern Europe.

Julius Caesar divide and conquer

The influx of Muslims from the Middle East differs culturally from even Muslims born in Europe. This divides Europe and will contribute to the global decline in GDP, which we see up to 20% going into 2032. As Julius Caesar once said – Divide and Conquer/Rule.

Dems Profiting on California Tragedy

January 15, 2025

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Politicians never shy away from using a tragedy for personal gain. Democrats like Gavin Newsom and Elizabeth Warren have been caught stealing donations intended for California wildfire victims and funneling them back into their Democrat Super PACs.

Newsom created a website to combat “misinformation,” another term for controlling the narrative, called CaliforniaFireFacts.com that redirects to the governor’s own website. Concerned citizens are encouraged to donate to the wildfire victims through Campaign for Democracy: “Your donation will go directly towards supporting the firefighters and the communities they serve, including direct financial support to impacted residents.”

One would assume that the donations would go directly to the people of California who lost everything. Think again. Who is processing these donations? ActBlue Carities, Inc., a 501 tax-exempt organization that is a political Super PAC for Democratic political candidates.

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Elizabeth Warren also attempted to ask citizens to support a fund that would be split between the Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation and United Way of Greater Los Angeles. She claimed, “100% of your donations will go directly to these organizations.” Now we see precisely why Joe Biden and the establishment fear the removal of fact-checkers of misinformation from META. Community fact-checkers immediately called out Senator Warren for providing a link that would redirect a portion of proceeds to Act Blue. She could have provided links to the two organizations mentioned but maliciously attempted to secure a portion of public funds for personal interests. Claiming that 100% of donations would go to those charities seems like true misinformation, if not outright fraud.

Be wary of your donations, as the funds may be abused for personal use. Absolutely disgusting that the same people who failed to prevent this catastrophe are now dipping their dirty hands in money intended for charity.

Macron Considers Sending Troops to Ukraine

January 15, 2025

World War III Ahead

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and French President Emmanuel Macron have been collaborating on ideas to send French troops to Ukraine. “Today I spoke with the president of France. It was a rather long and detailed conversation. We discussed defence support – various forms of defence, arms packages for Ukraine,” Zelensky said earlier in the week.

The pair have also discussed partner contingents and joint military training. Macron has been discussing deploying troops for quite some time. Russian President Vladimir Putin threatened Macron last year, stating his troops would meet the same fate as Napoleon if they dared to enter the war.

“I have a clear strategic objective: Russia cannot win in Ukraine,” Macron said in May 2023. “If Russia wins in Ukraine, there will be no security in Europe. Who can pretend that Russia will stop there? What security will there be for the other neighboring countries, Moldova, Romania, Poland, Lithuania and the others?” he asked.

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Again, the establishment neocons are using the same lie to claim that the war against UKRAINE is a war against all of Europe. All the evidence contradicts this claim but the neocons will not relent. North Korea sent troops, so why can’t France? France is a NATO nation and an attack on one is an attack on all. If any NATO member directly deploys troops to the battlefield, the war will escalate into a full battle between NATO and Russia. Allies would not permit French troops to die without stepping in.

“There will be no quick and easy solution in Ukraine,” Macron said in a speech to French ambassadors gathered at the Elysee Palace earlier this month. Macron then urged the United States to “help us to change the nature of the situation and convince Russia to come to the negotiating table.” Yet, every establishment puppet cowers when Trump discusses plans to actually end the war or the potential of surrendering portions of historically Russian territorial lands.

Every model in our computer indicates a turn of events come 2026 before a sharp turn in 2027. Whatever happens next year will be the prelude to what’s to come in 2027. The event appears geopolitical in nature as nearly every sector, currency, and nation will be affected. Perhaps Putin will be overthrown or die, and the true hardliners will take over Russia and fulfill the fears of the neocons. Perhaps another unforeseen event will happen that causes a worldwide calamity. War seems nearly inevitable.

Roman Coins – Denarii

January 14, 2025

Denarii Hoard

Many people have been asking if I can provide some coins to stimulate the interest of the youth. I will try to put some groups together. This denarii group ran the course from the 12 Caesars (69AD) with Vespasian to Severus Alexander (222-235AD). It may take a couple of weeks, but I will post it when they are ready.

Market Talk – January 14, 2025

January 14, 2025

Market Talk 2017

ASIA:
The major Asian stock markets had a mixed day today:
• NIKKEI 225 decreased 716.10 points or -1.83% to 38,474.30
• Shanghai increased 80.18 points or 2.54% to 3,240.94
• Hang Seng increased 345.64 points or 1.83% to 19,219.78
• ASX 200 increased 39.10 points or 0.48% to 8,231.00
• SENSEX increased 169.62 points or 0.22% to 76,499.63
• Nifty50 increased 90.10 points or 0.39% to 23,176.05
The major Asian currency markets had a mixed day today:
• AUDUSD increased 0.00117 or 0.19% to 0.61887
• NZDUSD increased 0.00020 or 0.04% to 0.55930
• USDJPY increased 0.527 or 0.33% to 158.004
• USDCNY decreased 0.00237 or -0.03% to 7.34558
The above data was collected around 13:53 EST.
Precious Metals:
•  Gold increased 4 USD/t oz. or 0.15% to 2,671.90
•  Silver increased 0.173 USD/t. oz. or 0.58% to 29.834
The above data was collected around 13:55 EST.
EUROPE/EMEA:
The major Europe stock markets had a mixed day today:
•  CAC 40 increased 15.03 points or 0.20% to 7,423.67
•  FTSE 100 decreased 22.65 points or -0.28% to 8,201.54
•  DAX 30 increased 138.48 points or 0.69% to 20,271.33
The major Europe currency markets had a mixed day today:
• EURUSD increased 0.00542 or 0.53% to 1.02992
• GBPUSD increased 0.00062 or 0.05% to 1.22072
• USDCHF decreased 0.00445 or -0.49% to 0.91305
The above data was collected around 14:00 EST.

US/AMERICAS:

US Market Closings:

  • Dow advanced 221.16 points or 0.52% to 42,518.28
  • S&P 500 advanced 6.69 points or 0.11% to 5,842.91
  • Nasdaq declined 43.71 points or -0.23% to 19,044.39
  • Russell 2000 advanced 24.83 points or 1.13% to 2,219.24

 

Canada Market Closings:

  • TSX Composite advanced 52.26 points or 0.21% to 24,588.58
  • TSX 60 declined advanced 1.57 points or 0.11% to 1,472.59

 

Brazil Market Closing:

  • Bovespa advanced 361.12 points or 0.3% to 119,328.05
ENERGY:
The oil markets had a mixed day today:
•  Crude Oil decreased 1.188 USD/BBL or -1.51% to 77.632
•  Brent decreased 0.951 USD/BBL or -1.17% to 80.059
•  Natural gas increased 0.0782 USD/MMBtu or 1.99% to 4.0122
•  Gasoline increased 0.0046 USD/GAL or 0.22% to 2.1073
•  Heating oil decreased 0.0065 USD/GAL or -0.26% to 2.5297
The above data was collected around 14:01 EST.
•  Top commodity gainers: Natural Gas (1.99%), Rice (1.38%), Canola (1.75%) and Oat (1.79%)
•  Top commodity losers: Platinum (-2.58%), Lumber (-2.05%), Crude Oil (-1.51%) and Sugar (-3.22%)
The above data was collected around 14:05 EST.
BONDS:
Japan 1.2440% (+3.2bp), US 2’s 4.38% (-0.015%), US 10’s 4.7980% (+1.1bps); US 30’s 4.99% (+0.040%), Bunds 2.6305% (+4.75bp), France 3.469% (+1.7bp), Italy 3.8480% (+2.2bp), Turkey 26.43% (+1bp), Greece 3.450% (+0bp), Portugal 3.098% (+3.3bp); Spain 3.334% (+3.1bp) and UK Gilts 4.8950% (+0.32bp)
The above data was collected around 14:09 EST.

The TRUTH Behind the TikTok Ban – Censorship

January 14, 2025

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The TikTok ban is a complete disregard for the rights and freedoms of the American people. The ban is NOT about national security, but rather, the final attempt to prevent the people from connecting on an uncensored platform without backdoor government censorship. The law in question goes beyond TikTok as the government will only permit social platforms based in the US, therefore controlling the narrative and information the people can receive.

It is not about privacy from the Chinese government. TikTok is not even available in mainland China as their version is heavily censored. TikTok is a subsidiary of ByteDance, a private company that is not owned by the Chinese government. About 60% of the company is owned by institutional investors, 20% is owned by the founder, and the other 20% is owned by employees. ByteDance has five board members and three of them are American. Their headquarters are in Singapore and Los Angeles, and they have 7,000 employees in the US.

Congress has been unable to comprehend that TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew is Singaporean and not a member of the Chinese Communist Party or even Chinese. Unbelievable.

Over 170 million Americans currently use TikTok. TikTok contributed $24.3 billion to the US economy in 2023, with 2024 estimates coming in higher. The majority of that money comes from 6 MILLION SMALL BUSINESSES that rely on TikTok to generate sales. Those 7 million businesses compose 20% of ALL BUSINESSES IN THE US.

Media outlets claim the Supreme Court is strongly siding with Congress, but that is simply not the case. The Supreme Court questioned whether this new law would infringe on the First Amendment. Government claims it is about national security and data. Yet, Chinese-owned online stores are allowed to operate in the US, for example, and they compile user data. Certain stores like SHEIN collect user’s social media data as well. Lawyers for TikTok believe they are being singled out because the people are posting content on the app, therefore, exercising their 1A rights.

(RFK discussed the potential ban back in 2023. EVERY LIBERTY WE SURRENDER IS IN THE NAME OF NATIONAL SECURITY)

Government claims that the Chinese could influence the content to influence the American people. In that case, the concern is truly the content creation and not the data collection.

It is OK when the US government collects your data without warning. Mark Zuckerberg has been lobbying to ban TikTok for years. He permitted the establishment to use META/Facebook as a massive propaganda tool to influence politics and the overall narrative. The government was permitted to use his app to silence the people instantaneously.

It is of no coincidence that the ban will take place one day before Donald Trump takes office. Trump had asked the Supreme Court to hold off on the ruling until he had time to sort things out. Simply put, you cannot take away the circus before the people can afford bread. People cannot afford basic living essentials, and the government is prioritizing taking away one of the last forms of free entertainment and education that the people have left. Countless readers of this blog have sent me videos over the years of on-the-ground footage of events that the media fails to cover. People may speak freely on TikTok and that threatens the establishment.

We are not so different from North Korea. Our government is taking extreme measures to censor our ability to connect with others and share information. The government tells us what is real and false. “Misinformation” is the information that goes against the current narrative. We are not to question our leaders. The US market is only a fraction of TikTok’s international audience and it may not be in their best interest to sell. It also seems as if the current CEO would rather have his platform go dark for US users than allow Washington to use his platform as yet another propaganda tool.

Romanian Election Chaos – WE DONT WANT WAR

January 14, 2025

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We saw the cancelation of the Romanian election in December 2024, the final month of the Political Year from Hell. Calin Georgescu, who the media declared as a far-right extremist, won the election. The establishment cried, “RUSSIAN INTERFERENCE!” and has refused to acknowledge the results. Tens of thousands of people took to the streets on Sunday to demand President Klaus’ resignation.

The media is not covering this story anywhere as the establishment fears mass civil unrest. The Romanian people are understandably outraged that their government is completely ignoring the democratic process and denying them the right to vote for their future president.

The neocons are behind this utter disregard for democracy. The establishment has blamed Russia and TikTok for interfering in their election. Yet, the clear reason that they will not permit Georgescu to take office is due to his anti-NATO stance.

NATO’s largest exercise for 2025, Steadfast Dart 2025 (STDT25), is taking place in Romania, Bulgaria, and Greece. Over 10,000 allied military personal from nine NATO nations are partaking in this joint exercise. As explained by the Sofia Globe, “The exercise involves air, land, naval and special operations forces; 17 ships; more than 20 aircraft and helicopters, including EF2000, F16, AV 8B HARRIER fighters and A400 transport aircraft; more than 1500 pieces of military equipment, including tanks, multiple launch rocket systems, self-propelled artillery, infantry fighting vehicles (IFVs) and armoured personnel carriers (APCs).”

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“What is happening now in Romania gains no reaction abroad, no reaction from the United States. They don’t understand what is going on here, because if they use Romania as a door for a war, what to be next? We don’t need war; this is my point,” Georgescu said, TASS reported. He said it loud and clear — THIS IS NOT OUR WAR! Georgescu is against collaborating with NATO to wage World War III, as are the Romanian people who DO NOT WANT WAR! Tens of thousands took to the streets to beg their now UNELECTED officials to hear their voices.

Millions voted for a candidate who did not want war and were denied their vote. Anyone “anti-war” is now “pro-Russian” and a threat to the ultimate goal of creating World War III to usher in the dawn of a new world order. “Authorities must say why they cancelled the election, we want to see the evidence,” one protestor and proclaimed economist told Reuters, “At this rate we won’t be voting anymore, they will impose a leader like in the old days.”

And this is precisely how nations fail.

Civil unrest is growing among the people. Their leaders have abandoned domestic interests in favor of globalist pursuits. The economy is turning down, and people are worried about their own future. The people no longer believe in the democratic process. Why hold an election when they allow unelected officials to override EU member states? Why hold an election when the establishment simply cancels out the vote when the results do not align with their wishes?

The discontent will rise among the people like a contagion. I simply do not see the European Union existing as a whole in the coming years. Individual nations like Romania are fighting back. They do not want to participate in the neocon globalist war games, and the establishment is not prepared for the collective overriding their authoritarian regimes.

Los Angeles Prioritized DEI Initiatives

January 14, 2025

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Los Angeles Fire Chief Kristin Crowley is yet another example of disastrous DEI policies. The city cheered Crowley as the first LGBTQ member to hold the post and it appears Crowley was focusing more on the woke agenda than important matters like refilling the water reservoirs.

“As the fire chief, if confirmed, I vow to take a strategic and balanced approach to ensure we meet the needs of the community we serve. We will focus our efforts on increasing our operational effectiveness, enhancing firefighter safety and well-being, and fully commit to fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture within the LAFD,” Crowley said upon her nomination.

The third goal on the LAFD’s website includes DEI measures. A lot of time and money went into ensuring that the staff was diverse. Crowley, with an annual salary of $439,722, was one of many DEI hires. The LAFD hired its first Lesbian Assistant Chief and first black lesbian Equity Bureau Chief. The aim was to hire the most DIVERSE group of individuals over the most qualified.

Clearly, the wildfires do not care if the fire chief is WOKE.

Mayor Karen Bass cut $17.6 million in funding to the LA Fire Department. Los Angeles ensured they had money in the budget for the woke agenda. “The Midnight Stroll Transgender Café” received $100,000 in funding, the NAACP Awards received $100,000 in funding, and $170,000 was sent to the “Social Justice Art-Worker Investments.” The Gay Men’s Chorus of Los Angeles was awarded $14,000, the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Heritage Month programs was granted $13,000, and the Cultural Affairs Department was awarded nearly $9,000 to feature LGBTQ displays.

The response to the wildfires may just be a sign that the most diverse does not represent the most competent. How could a major city with a high risk of wildfires utterly avoid the water reserve issue? Failed leadership had led to a potentially preventable disaster.

Market Talk – January 13, 2025

January 13, 2025

Market Talk 2017

ASIA:
The major Asian stock markets had a negative day today:
• NIKKEI 225 closed
• Shanghai decreased 7.77 points or -0.25% to 3,160.76
• Hang Seng decreased 190.15 points or -1.00% to 18,874.14
• ASX 200 decreased 102.20 points or -1.23% to 8,191.90
• SENSEX decreased 1,048.90 points or -1.36% to 76,330.01
• Nifty50 decreased 345.55 points or -1.47% to 23,085.95
The major Asian currency markets had a mixed day today:
• AUDUSD increased 0.00135 or 0.22% to 0.61575
• NZDUSD increased 0.00013 or 0.02% to 0.55568
• USDJPY decreased 0.368 or -0.23% to 157.403
• USDCNY decreased 0.01128 or -0.15% to 7.35217
The above data was collected around 12:28 EST.
Precious Metals:
•  Gold decreased 24.42 USD/t oz. or -0.91% to 2,661.19
•  Silver decreased 0.721 USD/t. oz. or -2.37% to 29.654
The above data was collected around 12:33 EST.
EUROPE/EMEA:
The major Europe stock markets had a negative day today:
•  CAC 40 decreased 22.40 points or -0.30% to 7,408.64
•  FTSE 100 decreased 24.30 points or -0.29% to 8,224.19
•  DAX 30 decreased 81.94 points or -0.41% to 20,132.85
The major Europe currency markets had a mixed day today:
• EURUSD decreased 0.00267 or -0.26% to 1.02148
• GBPUSD decreased 0.00369 or -0.30% to 1.21701
• USDCHF increased 0.00142 or 0.15% to 0.91847
The above data was collected around 12:45 EST.

US/AMERICAS:

US Market Closings:

  • Dow advanced 358.67 points or 0.86% to 42,297.12
  • S&P 500 advanced 9.18 points or 0.16% to 5,836.22
  • Nasdaq declined 73.53 points or -0.38% to 19,088.1
  • Russell 2000 advanced 5.17 points or 0.24% to 2,194.4

 

Canada Market Closings:

  • TSX Composite declined 231.41 points or -0.93% to 24,536.32
  • TSX 60 declined 11.59 points or -0.78% to 1,471.02

 

Brazil Market Closing:

  • Bovespa advanced 236.82 points or 0.2% to 119,093.3

 

ENERGY:
The oil markets had a mixed day today:
•  Crude Oil increased 2.281 USD/BBL or 2.98% to 78.851
•  Brent increased 1.216 USD/BBL or 1.52% to 80.975
•  Natural gas decreased 0.0622 USD/MMBtu or -1.56% to 3.9268
•  Gasoline increased 0.0319 USD/GAL or 1.54% to 2.1053
•  Heating oil increased 0.0292 USD/GAL or 1.17% to 2.5306
The above data was collected around 12:49 EST.
•  Top commodity gainers: Cocoa (3.65%), Palm Oil (3.55%), Potatoes (3.56%) and Oat (4.67%)
•  Top commodity losers: Platinum (-2.19%), Orange Juice (-3.13%), Palladium (-2.32%) and Silver (-2.37%)
The above data was collected around 13:15 EST.
BONDS:
Japan 1.2120% (-0.02bp), US 2’s 4.40% (+0.012%), US 10’s 4.7810% (+1.2bps); US 30’s 4.97% (+0.023%), Bunds 2.5815% (+1.4bp), France 3.458% (+3.4bp), Italy 3.8260% (+6bp), Turkey 26.42% (+6bp), Greece 3.455% (+8.5bp), Portugal 3.061% (+3.05bp); Spain 3.297% (+3.1bp) and UK Gilts 4.8920% (+4.91bp)
The above data was collected around 13:19 EST.
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