Weekly Market Summary
- Edition
- 9 February 2026
- Closing of
- Fri 06 February
Major Indexes Performance
| Index | Closing Price | Weekly Change | Change as a bar | 2026 editions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S&P 500 | 6,932.30 | 1.97% | ||
| Dow Jones | 50,115.67 | 2.47% | ||
| Nasdaq | 23,031.21 | 2.18% | ||
| Euro Stoxx 50 | 5,998.40 | 1.23% | ||
| FTSE 100 | 10,369.75 | 0.59% | ||
| Shanghai | 4,065.58 | -0.25% | ||
| MOEX Russia | 2,735.43 | -0.06% |
Major Commodities Performance
| Commodity | Closing Price | Weekly Change | Change as a bar | 2026 editions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold | 4,979.80 | 1.85% | ||
| Silver | 76.90 | 0.24% | ||
| Brent Oil | 68.05 | 0.74% |
Economic indicators
- Unemployment rate U.S
- 4.3%
- Core CPI U.S
- 325.01 - YoY
- PPI U.S
- 149.16 - YoY
- Eurozone CPI Data (Consumer Inflation)
- 129.43
- UK CPI Data (Consumer Inflation)
- 139.3
- European Central Bank / Interest rates
- 2.15%
Article summaries
Gold hits record above $5,100 as investors seek safe havens
Sourcereuters.com (opens in a new tab)Global precious metals markets have seen unprecedented price moves, with gold breaching the $5,100/oz level a historic high as geopolitical uncertainty and economic risk drive demand for traditional safe-haven assets. Investors are reallocating away from risk assets and seeking stability amid political and economic instability, contributing to strong bullion inflows. Central banks are also actively diversifying reserves, which adds structural support to prices. The rally in gold, and notable gains in silver and platinum, underscores how macro-political stress continues to shape financial market behavior.
Global trade finance gap remains huge amid geopolitical tensions
Sourcereuters.com (opens in a new tab)According to a new Asian Development Bank (ADB) report, the gap in global trade finance persists at around $2.5 trillion, hampering global trade flows and economic growth. Despite an expanding global economy, this financing shortfall disproportionately affects small and medium enterprises and firms in emerging markets. The report notes that while fintech may ease some pressures, traditional trade finance availability remains stretched. In addition, rising tariffs and shifting supply chains part of broader geopolitical realignments are complicating access to stable finance, especially in regions increasingly diversifying away from dollar-centric trade.
Finance can put trade at risk, leaving global economy “on the brink”
Sourceunctad.org (opens in a new tab)A new UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) report highlights how shifts in financial markets are now as influential on global trade as traditional economic factors. The analysis warns that volatile financial conditions from interest rate swings to rapid shifts in capital flows can disproportionately damage trade volumes and economic stability, particularly in developing countries. With almost 90 % of world trade reliant on stable trade finance, disruptions in credit or payment systems could slow global growth and deepen inequality. The report underscores the need for coordinated reforms to stabilize trade finance and reduce systemic risk across geographies.
Reference list
- 1https://www.reuters.com/business/finance/gold-races-5100-record-peak-safe-haven-demand-2026-01-26 (opens in a new tab)
- 2https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/boards-policy-regulation/global-trade-finance-gap-25-trillion-global-trade-tensions-rise-adb-says-2026-01-15 (opens in a new tab)
- 3https://unctad.org/news/finance-can-put-trade-risk-leaving-global-economy-brink-developing-countries-hardest-hit (opens in a new tab)
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