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Despite the Candlemas Day holiday, the Mexican peso gained ground against the dollar in electronic trading, appreciating by 0.32 percent. The exchange rate stood at 17.40 units per dollar, two cents lower than the Bank of Mexico's close from the previous Friday. Analysts warn of a potential correction due to the peso's overbought status in January.

2026년 01월 28일 AI에 의해 보고됨

미국이 일본과 함께 엔화를 지지할 가능성을 시사한 힌트가 트레이더와 투자자들의 관심을 사로잡았다. 일본의 단독 개입은 영향이 제한적이라고 여겨졌으나, 이 발전으로 시장 역학이 바뀌었다.

Gold prices in Egypt posted strong gains over the past week, tracking a parallel rise in global markets, climbing by around 1.9% amid escalating geopolitical tensions and political uncertainty, according to a report by iSagha. Local prices increased by approximately EGP 115 over the week, with 21-carat gold closing at EGP 6,155 per gram.

2026년 01월 12일 AI에 의해 보고됨

The Mexican peso ended Monday's session with gains due to the dollar's weakening, driven by tensions from Donald Trump's government against the Federal Reserve to lower interest rates. The exchange rate stood at 17.9188 pesos per dollar, a 0.36% advance. Analysts attribute this movement to concerns over the Fed's independence.

Wall Street markets closed mixed on January 7, 2026, with the Dow Jones falling 0.94% amid US labor market data. In Mexico, the S&P/BMV IPC index of the Mexican Stock Exchange dipped 0.23% to 64,871.70 points. The Nasdaq edged up 0.16%.

2026년 01월 06일 AI에 의해 보고됨

After strong gains in 2025, South African markets enter 2026 with increased volatility and a shift toward strategic diversification. Experts warn of fewer easy opportunities as global trends like US dollar weakness fade. Local equities and bonds may face challenges amid economic divides.