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2026-02-17 Tuesday

2026-02-22

04:49:03

The US dollar index rose on the 16th, with the index measuring the dollar against six major currencies increasing by 0.15% to close at 97.066 in late trading. At the close of trading in New York, the exchange rates were as follows: 1 euro to 1.1854 US dollars (down from 1.1872 US dollars in the previous trading day), 1 pound sterling to 1.3632 US dollars (down from 1.3650 US dollars in the previous trading day), 1 US dollar to 153.49 Japanese yen (up from 152.78 Japanese yen in the previous trading day), 1 US dollar to 0.7692 Swiss francs (up from 0.7679 Swiss francs in the previous trading day), 1 US dollar to 1.3635 Canadian dollars (up from 1.3611 Canadian dollars in the previous trading day), and 1 US dollar to 8.9412 Swedish krona (up from 8.9272 Swedish krona in the previous trading day).

04:47:55

Sky Television Limited announced that it will not renew its contract with Warner Bros. Discovery, including its agreement on HBO Max content, nor will it seek joint exclusive content partnerships, as Warner Bros. Discovery plans to launch its own streaming service in New Zealand.

04:43:44

In a statement to the media on the evening of the 16th, the Swiss Foreign Ministry said that the third round of trilateral talks between Russia, the United States and Ukraine, to be held in Geneva, Switzerland from the 17th to the 18th, will be held behind closed doors and the media will not be allowed to enter. The Russian delegation will be led by Russian Presidential Aide Medinsky, and US President Trump's special envoy Witkov and son-in-law Kushner will attend as the main representatives of the US. The Ukrainian delegation will include Umerov, Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine.

04:41:36

Market sources indicate that the EU requires electric vehicles to be 70% produced within the EU to qualify for national subsidies.

04:35:21

According to the statement, BHP and Vicuna Corp, a subsidiary of Lundin, expect to invest $18 billion in copper mining projects in Argentina over the next few years.

04:07:03

US President Trump said local officials did not request emergency assistance regarding the Potomac River incident.

04:06:00

According to CCTV International News, the United States and Iran will hold a new round of indirect negotiations in Geneva, Switzerland on February 17. A delegation led by Iranian Foreign Minister Araqchi arrived in Geneva on February 16. US Presidential Special Envoy Witkov and Trump's son-in-law Kushner will serve as the main US representatives. Omani representatives will continue to mediate. The Omani Ministry of Foreign Affairs posted on social media on February 16 that its Foreign Minister Badr met with Araqchi in Geneva that day to discuss preparations for the new round of negotiations. Both Oman and Iran believe that they should actively promote mutual understanding and consensus to strive for an agreement that meets the interests and expectations of all parties. Previously, the US and Iran held indirect negotiations in Muscat, the capital of Oman, on February 6. Both sides stated after the talks that they would continue negotiations, but judging from their public statements, neither side is willing to compromise on core differences.

04:04:53

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) will coordinate the response to the Potomac River sewage spill at the request of US President Trump.

03:37:42

Colombia's finance minister said that revoking the decision to raise the minimum wage would be unconstitutional.

03:34:33

Goodman Property Trust (GMT) announced a revaluation and restructuring, and also announced a NZ$125 million buyback program for its units for sale.

03:33:29

The Colombian Labor Minister stated that the Colombian government will defend its policy of raising the minimum wage.

03:23:02

Former US President Barack Obama clarified that his comments about extraterrestrials on a podcast were based on statistical speculation rather than evidence. Meanwhile, several officials, including Bill Clinton and Marco Rubio, have also stated that there is still no conclusive evidence of contact with extraterrestrial life.

03:16:44

Ukraine's National Security and Defense Council Secretary Umerov stated that the Ukrainian delegation has arrived in Geneva and will begin a new round of trilateral negotiations tomorrow. The agenda has been set and the negotiating team is ready. Ukraine looks forward to constructive work and substantive talks on security and humanitarian issues in order to move towards a dignified and sustainable peace.

03:01:04

Hang Seng Index futures closed up 1.04% at 26,778.91 points in overnight trading, a premium of 72.97 points.

02:51:39

Zelensky stated that if Russia launches further attacks, reaching an agreement to end the conflict will become even more difficult.

02:49:33

Sources say the US has agreed that negotiations with Iran will be limited to the nuclear issue.

02:48:24

The Russian delegation participating in the Russia-Ukraine negotiations will arrive in Geneva on the morning of February 17.

02:35:42

Trump stated that the Peace Commission would be tasked with planning how to use the promised $5 billion in funding.

02:31:31

Trump posted, "Rest in peace, Robert Duvall, 1931 - 2026."

02:30:27

Apple has launched a new video podcast experience, presented on Apple Podcasts.

02:29:19

The recently popular AI open-source project OpenClaw was subtly referenced by OpenAI CEO Sam Altman by releasing a picture of a lobster.

02:27:13

Brent crude oil futures for April delivery closed at $68.65 per barrel.

02:20:55

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that intelligence indicates Russia is preparing a new large-scale attack on energy infrastructure, making it crucial to ensure that air defense systems are in place.

02:18:48

EU Economic Commissioner Dombrovskis stated that the impact of the euro's rising international status on the foreign exchange market must be closely monitored.

02:13:34

Market information indicates that Robert Duvall, the actor who starred in "The Godfather," has passed away at the age of 95.

02:11:28

Tom Pritzker resigned as chairman of Hyatt Hotels Corporation due to his association with Jeffrey Epstein.

02:08:20

Greece has signed offshore oil and gas exploration and development concession agreements with Helleniq Energy and Chevron.

02:04:06

Tom Pritzker, executive chairman of Hyatt Hotels Corporation, has stepped down from the position.

02:00:59

In January, Azerbaijan's oil exports fell 24% year-on-year to 2.64 million tons.

02:00:57

U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham stated that we do not need U.S. ground troops to enter Iran.

02:00:55

Mexican Economy Minister Ebrard stated that Mexico and Canada will submit action plans regarding minerals, infrastructure, and supply chains in the second quarter of this year.

02:00:49

On Monday, British Governor Gavin Newsom and the UK Energy Secretary signed an energy agreement pledging cooperation in clean energy technologies such as offshore wind power and aiming to expand market access for British companies in California. However, just hours after the signing of the clean energy agreement, US President Donald Trump publicly condemned the agreement, calling it "inappropriate" for Britain to deal with the Democratic governor and denouncing Newsom as a "loser," saying that "his state is already a mess, and his environmental work is a disaster."

02:00:45

In January, Azerbaijan's natural gas exports fell by 2% year-on-year to 2.29 billion cubic meters.

02:00:43

The National Iranian Oil Company stated that the three ships seized by India have no connection with Iran.

02:00:41

The German Foreign Minister pointed out that although France speaks eloquently about "European sovereignty," its defense spending cannot support this claim. He emphasized that anyone who talks about European sovereignty must take corresponding actions in their own country, believing that France's efforts to date are far from sufficient. He also stated that anyone who talks about (Europe) breaking away from the United States and achieving independence must first do their homework at home.

02:00:38

An employee of Mizuho Securities is under investigation by Japan's financial regulators for alleged insider trading.

02:00:37

Mizuho Securities is facing an investigation into insider trading. The company is a Japanese firm.

02:00:35

In late January of this year, the Japan Securities and Exchange Surveillance Commission conducted a raid on the Tokyo headquarters of Mizuho Securities.

02:00:33

On Monday, Mizuho Securities confirmed that it was under investigation.

02:00:31

[Most LME Metal Futures Close Lower] On the London Metal Exchange (LME), 3-month cobalt closed unchanged at $56,290 per tonne; 3-month zinc closed down $48 at $3,290 per tonne; 3-month tin closed down $1,021 at $45,681 per tonne; 3-month nickel closed up $131 at $17,115 per tonne; 3-month lead closed down $2 at $1,958 per tonne; 3-month copper closed down $30 at $12,850 per tonne; and 3-month aluminum closed down $25 at $3,052 per tonne.

02:00:26

Trump stated that if Congress does not pass a voter identity verification bill, he will issue an executive order declaring the current election system legally invalid.

02:00:26

Trump launched a poll on social media asking whether Democratic Governor Gavin Newsom should resign for ruining California.

01:54:01

In late January, the Japan Securities and Exchange Surveillance Commission conducted a raid on the Tokyo headquarters of Mizuho Securities.

01:54:00

German Foreign Minister: France talks a big game about "European sovereignty," but its defense spending is insufficient to support this claim. Anyone who talks about European sovereignty must take corresponding actions in their own country. France's efforts so far have been far from enough. Anyone now talking about (Europe) breaking away from the United States and achieving independence must first do their homework at home.

01:53:48

Trump: Opposes New York State Gateway project; the federal government will not cover any overspending.

01:53:45

The National Iranian Oil Company responded that the three ships seized by India have no connection with Iran.

01:40:06

Azerbaijan's natural gas exports in January decreased by 2% compared to the same period last year, with the export volume falling to 2.29 billion cubic meters.

01:39:46

[Trump Criticizes California-UK Energy Cooperation Agreement] On Monday, the UK signed an energy cooperation agreement with California Governor Gavin Newsom and the UK Energy Secretary. The two sides agreed to collaborate on clean energy technologies such as offshore wind power and to help British companies further penetrate the California market. Just hours after the signing of this clean energy cooperation agreement, US President Trump publicly criticized it. Trump pointed out that the timing of the UK's cooperation with the Democratic governor was "inappropriate," called Newsom a "loser," and described California under his administration as chaotic, with environmental measures described as a "disaster."

01:39:23

Market News: Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is leading the effort to form a large EU-Indo-Pacific trade alliance in response to the Trump administration's tariff threats and so-called "trade war pressure."

01:39:01

Mexican Economy Minister Marcelo Ebrard stated that Mexico and Canada plan to submit an action plan covering mineral development, infrastructure construction, and supply chain cooperation in the second quarter of this year.

01:38:00

[Omani Foreign Minister and Iranian Foreign Minister Discuss Preparations for Second Round of Iran-US Nuclear Talks] On the 16th local time, Omani Foreign Minister Badr met with Iranian Foreign Minister Araqchi in Geneva, Switzerland, to discuss preparations for the upcoming second round of talks between Iran and the United States. According to a statement released by the Omani Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the second round of Iran-US talks is scheduled to be held in Geneva on the 17th, and will still be conducted in an indirect manner. During the meeting, Badr and Araqchi emphasized the need to actively promote understanding and consensus among all parties to strive for an agreement that meets the interests and expectations of all parties. Badr stated that Oman will, as always, support resolving differences through dialogue and diplomacy, continue to contribute to maintaining regional security and stability, and strive to prevent the region and its people from falling into war and conflict. (CCTV News)

01:36:45

Gold, Silver, and Platinum Price Forecasts: Gold Prices Fall as Chinese New Year Holiday Begins Details>

01:26:30

[Copper prices weaken amid thin trading volume and high inventory] (1) Copper prices weakened on Monday as the market focused on rising inventory and weak demand prospects due to a stronger dollar and thin trading during the holiday. Traders said that the Chinese Lunar New Year holiday this week and Monday being a public holiday in the United States meant lower trading volume and potential volatility as the London Metal Exchange (LME) will settle or roll over expiring contracts on Wednesday. (2) Britannia Global Markets said in a report: “Liquidity will be unstable as many Asian trading sectors are shut down, and most participants are likely to wait for a clear direction in US interest rates and the emergence of potential demand from China after the holiday in March.” (3) Copper inventory in LME-approved warehouses is 211,850 tonnes of MCUSTX-TOTAL, up more than 50% since January 9. Ample inventory has resulted in a discount of spot prices for LME CMCU0-3 futures contracts to three-month forward contracts. The contract is trading at a one-year high of around US$111.50 per tonne. According to warehouse data monitored by the Shanghai Futures Exchange, copper inventories have risen by 180% since December 19, reaching 272,475 tons CU-STX-SGH.

01:21:12

Market News: A bill that would give Congress the power to block Trump's pardons has gained support from Republicans.

01:20:46

US Senator Graham, speaking about Iran, stated that there is no disagreement between Trump and Netanyahu regarding what actions to take and how to do them. Currently, two paths are running in parallel: one is a diplomatic path, attempting to end the regime through diplomatic means to protect US national security interests; the other is a military option. I believe Trump is observing which path will yield the biggest catch.

01:20:15

[UK gilts rise as bets on a Bank of England rate cut intensify] UK gilt prices edged higher after a hawkish Bank of England policymaker emphasized weak UK economic growth, fueling speculation about a potential rate cut by the central bank next month. European bond prices remained largely stable, while US Treasury futures traded steadily, and the US Treasury spot market was closed for a holiday. The yield on 10-year UK gilts fell 2 basis points to 4.39%.

01:19:47

Oil prices rose slightly as Iran conducted naval drills ahead of the next round of US-Iran talks. Traders are closely watching geopolitical risks ahead of the next round of negotiations between the US and Iran, which are scheduled to resume on Tuesday. Brent crude has rebounded to above $68 a barrel after its first two-week losing streak this year, while WTI crude is fluctuating around $64 a barrel. Meanwhile, the Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy conducted "smart drills" around the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial global shipping route through which approximately one-fifth of the world's oil shipments pass.

00:52:08

MOL (Hungarian Oil and Gas Industry Company): is in close communication with the Slovakian government to ensure the country can respond promptly to the current situation.

00:52:07

MOL (Hungarian Oil and Gas Industry Company): If crude oil shipments from the East cannot resume in the coming days, Hungary may need to release approximately 250,000 tons of strategic crude oil reserves in the first phase.

00:52:06

The Hungarian Oil and Gas Industry Company (MOL) has submitted an application to the Hungarian government requesting the release of strategic oil reserves.

00:51:23

When discussing the Iran issue, US Senator Lindsey Graham stated that there is no disagreement between Trump and Netanyahu regarding what actions to take and how to take them. Currently, two paths are being pursued simultaneously: one is a diplomatic approach, aiming to end the regime through diplomatic means to safeguard US national security interests; the other is a military alternative. In my view, Trump is observing to see which path will yield greater results.

00:51:10

U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham declared that the best way to deal with all the problems caused by Iran is regime change.

00:49:00

[Commercial Bank: ECB's Plan to Expand Euro Liquidity Facility Unlikely to Affect Dollar's Global Dominance] Commerzbank's Nguyen Thu Lan stated in a report that the European Central Bank's plan to expand its euro liquidity facility is unlikely to affect the dollar's global dominance. The ECB announced on Saturday that it would expand its euro repurchase program to almost all foreign countries to enhance the euro's international status. However, Nguyen Thu Lan noted that during periods of stress in global financial markets, the demand for the dollar far exceeds that for the euro. She said that most global trade is settled in dollars, meaning companies need dollars to repay debts. This is why central banks hold a large portion of their foreign exchange reserves in dollars to maintain their economies' foreign trade during crises. "The currency that dominates international payments also dominates everything else."

00:48:18

[CreditSights: US Companies Issue Record Amount of Euro- and Pound-Staple Corporate Bonds in First Six Weeks of 2026] A CreditSights report indicates that US companies issued record amounts of euro- and pound-sterling corporate bonds in the first six weeks of 2026. US tech giant Alphabet issued £5.5 billion in pound-sterling bonds last week. Analysts stated that the large issuance of bonds led to a widening of the credit spread between the euro and pound sterling last week. They noted that the credit spread for euro investment-grade bonds widened by 2 basis points to 75 basis points, while the credit spread for pound investment-grade bonds widened by 3 basis points to 82 basis points.

00:47:29

[Pantheon Macroeconomics: Swiss Economy Expected to Rebound in Q1 2026] Ankita Amarjouri, an economist at the Pantheon Macroeconomics Institute, stated in a report that the Swiss economy is expected to rebound in the first quarter of 2026. In the fourth quarter of last year, Swiss GDP grew by 0.2%, reversing a 0.5% decline in the third quarter. Amarjouri said, “Looking ahead, surveys show that economic growth will accelerate in the first quarter as Swiss companies gain a clearer understanding of tariffs on exports to the United States.” She predicts first-quarter GDP growth of 0.5%. For most of the third quarter, approximately 40% of Swiss exports to the United States were subject to a 39% tariff. She pointed out that the fourth-quarter growth was mainly reflected in the moderate expansion of the service sector, while Swiss industrial output stagnated, and net trade likely dragged down economic growth.

00:46:49

[UBS: Improved Outlook for Fed Rate Cuts Could Benefit Stocks, Bonds, and Gold] UBS strategists noted in a report that the improved outlook for Fed rate cuts could benefit stocks, bonds, and gold. They stated that given last week's weaker-than-expected US inflation data, the Fed is expected to cut rates in the coming months. "We believe the Fed will continue to ease monetary policy as planned, and expect two 25-basis-point rate cuts between June and September."

00:46:08

[Record US Corporate Bond Issuance Should Not Worry Credit Investors] Analysts at Payden & Rygel noted in a report that record US corporate bond issuance should not cause concern among credit investors, as it aligns with the growth of the bond market. They stated, "While total new bond issuance is projected to reach $1.8 trillion in 2026, a record high for annual issuance, it is important to consider the proportion of issuance relative to the size of the bond market." The analysts pointed out that the projected $1.8 trillion in issuance represents only 12% of total outstanding corporate debt, a proportion "roughly in line with the annual issuance share of outstanding debt from 2012 to 2017."

00:45:35

[Investors Believe UK Political Risk Has Diminished, But Is Far From Gone] Convera's Antonio Ruggiero noted in a report that while the pound has stabilized, options market investors continue to buy hedging instruments to mitigate the risk of a prolonged depreciation due to persistent political concerns. He stated that the political risk premium for the pound has decreased after cabinet ministers endorsed Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Risk reversal data shows that the tendency for short-term call options betting on euro appreciation against the pound has declined more than long-term options. This indicates that investors still anticipate political turmoil, but are now more inclined to hedge against the risk of a prolonged pound weakness. He stated, "In short, investors believe political risk has diminished, but is far from gone." The euro fell 0.1% against the pound to 0.8687.

00:44:42

[Tighter Liquidity on Presidents' Day Leads to Slight Dollar Gain, Volatility Limited] Revacy Fund CEO Zahir Anwari noted in a report that the dollar rose slightly with limited volatility due to tighter liquidity on Presidents' Day. However, he also stated that weaker-than-expected US inflation data on Friday boosted market expectations for further rate cuts later this year, posing a risk of further dollar decline. Looking ahead, market focus will shift to Wednesday's Federal Reserve meeting minutes and Friday's Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) inflation data and fourth-quarter economic growth figures. Anwari indicated that if the PCE data confirms a general slowdown in inflation, the dollar and US Treasury yields could fall. The Dollar Index (DXY) rose 0.2% to 97.079.

00:43:45

[Federal Reserve Vice Chair for Supervision Michelle Bowman: The Trend of US Mortgage Business Shifting from Banks to Non-Bank Lenders is "Worrying"] Federal Reserve Vice Chair for Supervision Michelle Bowman stated that the trend of US mortgage business shifting from banks to non-bank lenders is "worrying." Speaking at a banking conference in Orlando, Bowman attributed part of the reason to the restrictive capital requirements on mortgage servicing rights (MSRs). MSRs are assets on a bank's balance sheet that represent the net fees a bank expects to receive from servicing mortgage loans over the loan term. Bowman stated that banks face a high regulatory risk weighting when holding MSRs, which "could hinder banks from building profitable servicing businesses." She acknowledged that these rules were introduced out of "reasonable concerns," but believes adjustments should be considered. "These potential changes could address reasonable concerns about the structure of the mortgage market while maintaining appropriate prudential supervision," she said.

00:42:34

[ING: Eurozone Banks Face Funding and Liquidity Risks Due to Links with Non-Bank Financial Intermediaries (NBFIs)] Marine Leleux of ING Group, citing a report from the European Central Bank and the European Committee on Systemic Risk, noted that eurozone banks face funding and liquidity risks due to their links with non-bank financial intermediaries (NBFIs). Leleux stated, "Overall, eurozone banks are net debtors of the NBFI sector, which exposes them to vulnerability in terms of funding and liquidity." She pointed out that eurozone banks rely on non-bank intermediaries for deposits and to purchase bank bonds. "Data shows that short-term and concentrated funding dominates, and if these funding channels dry up, banks will face rollover and redemption risks."

00:41:17

Spot gold has just broken through the $4,990.00/ounce mark, and is currently trading at $4,990.18/ounce, down 1.04% on the day; COMEX gold futures are currently trading at $5,009.60/ounce, down 0.73% on the day.

00:40:12

European stock indices closed mixed. The Stoxx Europe 600 index rose 0.14%, the Stoxx Europe 100 index rose 0.1%, and Eurozone blue chips fell 0.02%. The UK FTSE 100 index rose 0.25%, the German DAX index fell 0.41%, the French CAC 40 index rose 0.14%, and the Spanish IBEX index rose 1.08%.

00:33:43

Market news: The Iranian Foreign Minister met with the Omani Foreign Minister on Monday evening, in accordance with the usual arrangement for each round of negotiations, aimed at preparing for the formal commencement of indirect talks between Tehran and Washington.

00:33:18

Market news: The Argentine General Confederation of Labour (CGT) has announced a nationwide strike to protest President Milley's labor reforms.

00:32:45

According to Politico: US President Trump said the energy deal between California and the UK was "inappropriate".

00:32:16

The NAACP has filed a petition with a judge seeking to protect voter data from Fulton County, Georgia, to prevent the data seized by the FBI from being misused.

00:31:59

Trump stated that the energy cooperation agreement signed between California and the United Kingdom was "inappropriate."

00:31:46

The CEO of Polish oil company ORLEN revealed that the company plans to supply more than 1 billion cubic meters of natural gas to Ukraine by 2026.

00:31:33

[Goldman Sachs: Hedge Funds Launch Largest Buying Spree of Asian Stocks in a Decade] Data from Goldman Sachs' trading department shows that, driven by optimistic expectations for the artificial intelligence infrastructure sector, hedge funds made net purchases of Asian emerging and developed market stocks last week, reaching a new high since 2016. Hedge funds were net buyers of global equities last week, with funds flowing into major markets, and emerging markets continuing to outperform. Funds flowed primarily into the information technology, industrials, consumer staples, and materials sectors, while consumer discretionary, communication services, and financial sectors experienced significant sell-offs.

00:31:14

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez: Spain's debt is lower than that of the United States. Of course, this alone may not seem like a remarkable achievement, given the strength of the US economy.

00:28:08

Gold prices fell below the $5,000 mark in light holiday trading. Details>

00:27:55

Spot platinum has just broken through the $2040.00/ounce mark, and is currently trading at $2040.50/ounce, down 1.07% on the day; Nymex platinum futures are currently trading at $2047.5/ounce, down 1.43% on the day.

00:14:44

[Eurozone Finance Ministers Actively Promote the Euro's International Status and Expand Its Global Influence] Amidst market volatility triggered by US President Trump and a weakening dollar, Eurozone finance ministers are working to further enhance the euro's global influence. Greek Finance Minister Kyriakos Pierrakakis, while chairing a Eurozone finance ministers' meeting, stated, "In the current geopolitical environment, recent international events have placed the international financial and monetary system at risk of being used as a political tool. Therefore, maintaining the euro's international status is crucial for us and directly relates to the EU's monetary sovereignty." This statement comes shortly after the European Central Bank launched its largest euro promotion initiative to date. Last weekend, the central bank announced it would provide euro liquidity support to central banks worldwide. German Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil stated, "International investors are pursuing asset diversification, and they want to strengthen cooperation with Europe, which is why we are committed to becoming a 'safe haven' for global capital investment." He and the French Finance Minister jointly called for further acceleration of related actions.

00:12:27

Canadian Trade Minister LeBlanc and Mexican Economy Minister Ebrard jointly signed a memorandum of understanding on trade.

00:12:26

Canadian Trade Minister LeBlanc: Canada hopes to build industrial cooperation with Mexico to help its export companies develop steadily.

00:12:26

Canadian Trade Minister for the United States, LeBlanc, said that representatives from companies such as Bombardier and Bimbo will participate in the talks.

00:11:55

Canadian Trade Minister LeBlanc speaks in Mexico City: Approximately 370 Canadian business representatives have gathered in Mexico for the talks.

00:11:28

Goldman Sachs: UK Government Bonds Expected to Strengthen in 2026, with Limited Political Impact. Goldman Sachs strategist George Cole points out that UK government bonds are poised to strengthen in 2026, driven by interest rate cuts from the Bank of England, with government financing costs expected to fall to their lowest level since 2024. He predicts that the 10-year UK government bond yield will fall to 4% by the end of this year. The 40 basis point drop in yields is mainly due to lower inflation prompting the Bank of England to cut rates, an impact that will outweigh the disturbances posed by political risks. In a report to clients, Cole wrote: “While market risk premiums and political uncertainty may remain high during the upcoming UK local elections, we judge that a favorable macroeconomic environment will drive UK government bond yields lower.”

00:08:54

The euro traded in a range against the dollar, while the dollar rose significantly against the yen. Details>

2026-02-16 Monday

23:24:29

The U.S. Department of Defense is nearing the termination of its partnership with artificial intelligence company Anthropic, which may also be added to its supply chain risk list, due to dissatisfaction with restrictions on the use of its technology. This comes after months of intense negotiations between the two sides regarding the U.S. military's use of Claude-related tools, bringing the partnership to the brink of collapse. Anthropic has emphasized that its AI technology will not be used for large-scale public surveillance or in the development of weapons systems that can be deployed without human intervention. The U.S. government, however, wants Claude to be applicable to "all legitimate scenarios." A senior Pentagon official stated that once Anthropic is designated as a supply chain risk entity, all companies planning to do business with the Department of Defense must sever ties with it.

23:24:10

Spot platinum has just broken through the $2030.00/ounce mark, last trading at $2030.60/ounce, down 1.55% on the day; Nymex platinum futures main contract was last trading at $2034.8/ounce, down 2.04% on the day.

23:23:51

Data released by the Colombian government shows that the country's economy grew by 0.1% quarter-on-quarter in the fourth quarter.

23:23:01

Canadian trade negotiator Mark Carney announced his new chief trade negotiator for the United States.

23:22:59

Fitch: Mergers and acquisitions in the European insurance sector are expected to accelerate further in 2026.

23:22:37

[Gold Bulls Ignore Sharp Correction, Continue to Add to Long-Term Call Options Positions] Many investors firmly bullish on gold have disregarded the historic correction in the precious metals market, continuing to bet on gold prices potentially reaching new all-time highs. At the end of January, New York gold futures prices briefly reached a record high of $5,600 per ounce, before experiencing a sharp decline the following day. During this period, one or more investors began establishing long positions in December-expiring call option spreads with strike prices of $15,000/$20,000 on the COMEX division of the Chicago Mercantile Exchange. Even with gold prices currently consolidating around $5,000, this position continues to be added to, now holding approximately 11,000 contracts. Akash Doshi, Global Head of Gold and Metals Strategy at State Street Investment Management, stated, "Seeing such a large number of deep out-of-the-money call option spread contracts after a technical correction is indeed beyond market expectations." He also mentioned that some traders may view these positions as low-cost speculative opportunities.

23:21:58

With the Federal Reserve about to release a highly anticipated proposal on bank capital regulation related to Basel III, U.S. credit institutions may face new mortgage-related regulatory requirements.

23:15:49

[ING: European Banks Face Risks Due to Business Relationships with Non-Bank Intermediaries] (1) In a report, ING analyst Marine Leleux cited relevant content from the European Central Bank and the European Committee on Systemic Risk, pointing out that Eurozone banks are facing risks in terms of funding and liquidity due to their business relationships with non-bank financial intermediaries (NBFIs). (2) "Overall, Eurozone banks are net debtors of the NBFI sector, a situation that exposes them to vulnerabilities in both funding and liquidity," Leleux said. (3) She stated that Eurozone banks rely on NBFIs to attract deposits and issue bank bonds. "Data shows that short-term and concentrated financing methods dominate, and once these financing channels tighten, banks will face the dual risks of debt rollover and fund redemption."

23:06:45

Spot silver has just broken through the $76.00/ounce mark, and is currently trading at $75.99/ounce, down 1.90% on the day; COMEX silver futures are currently trading at $75.93/ounce, down 2.61% on the day.

23:05:24

Spot gold has just broken through the $4,970.00/ounce mark, and is currently trading at $4,969.44/ounce, down 1.46% on the day; COMEX gold futures are currently trading at $4,990.30/ounce, down 1.11% on the day.

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