Vietnam’s Trade Surplus With US Jumps as Exports Surge and China Imports Hit Record 
Trump Lifts 25% Tariff on Indian Goods in Strategic U.S.–India Trade and Energy Deal 
Australia’s December Trade Surplus Expands but Falls Short of Expectations 
Global Markets Slide as AI, Crypto, and Precious Metals Face Heightened Volatility 
Japan Economy Poised for Q4 2025 Growth as Investment and Consumption Hold Firm 
Gold Prices Slide Below $5,000 as Strong Dollar and Central Bank Outlook Weigh on Metals 
South Korea Assures U.S. on Trade Deal Commitments Amid Tariff Concerns 
Asian Markets Slip as AI Spending Fears Shake Tech, Wall Street Futures Rebound 
Japanese Pharmaceutical Stocks Slide as TrumpRx.gov Launch Sparks Market Concerns 
This week is relatively less risk heavy in terms of data and events.
What to watch for over the coming days:
- US earnings:
Earnings season remains in focus. S&P 500 as well as stocks around the world would be much influenced by third quarter figures. Big names include Alphabet, Visa, Caterpillar, General Motors, Under Armour, Dow Chemical, ExxonMobil, and many more.
- Central banks:
Lots of central bank speakers this week. Fed’s William Dudley, James Bullard, and Charles Evans are scheduled to speak on Monday. SNB chairman Jordon is also scheduled to speak on Monday. Tuesday will hear speeches from BoE governor Mark Carney and ECB President Mario Draghi.
- US data:
Not many economic dockets this week but an important one on Friday; first flash reading of third quarter GDP.
- UK data:
Third quarter GDP data on Thursday is a must watch.
In addition to the above, unscheduled Brexit commentaries would keep weighing on the market.
