Global markets navigated a complex mix of slowing growth, elevated inflation, and renewed geopolitical tension this week. In the United States, a weaker than expected fourth quarter GDP print reinforced concerns that economic momentum is fading. At the same time, a major legal ruling on trade policy added fresh uncertainty to the political backdrop, while commodities rallied sharply on inflation persistence and geopolitical risk….

Global markets delivered a mixed set of signals as strong equity momentum contrasted with persistent inflation pressures and tightening policy dynamics across major economies. In the United States, equity markets surged, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average closing at a fresh record high after a sharp 2.5 percent rally. The move reflected improving investor confidence and renewed optimism around near term economic resilience, even as broader macro risks remain unresolved. 

Global markets experienced another volatile week as investors responded to sharp asset repricing, renewed policy uncertainty, and mixed macroeconomic signals across major economies. In the United States, precious metals underwent a significant correction, with gold declining around eight percent and silver falling approximately twenty five percent…

ETO Markets Buzz explores rising US trade tensions, market volatility, record highs in gold and silver, China’s stabilising economic data, and the implications for global markets in early 2026.