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Venezuela oil barrels return: Vitol, Trafigura court India and China as Trump export plan takes shape

Venezuela oil barrels return: Vitol, Trafigura court India and China as Trump export plan takes shape

New York, January 12, 2026, 07:45 (EST) — Premarket Vitol and Trafigura have begun talks with refiners in India and China to buy Venezuelan crude for March delivery, according to trade sources on Monday. These discussions mark some of the first serious moves by major traders to secure cargoes as Venezuela gears up to resume exports under a U.S.-supported program. One trader saw an offer pricing a cargo at an $8 to $8.50 per barrel discount to ICE Brent, the global benchmark, with delivery into Asia. The companies have reached out to Indian Oil and Hindustan Petroleum, and also contacted
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Mortgage rates today: 30-year fixed holds near 6.2% — what moves next with CPI hours away

Mortgage rates today: 30-year fixed holds near 6.2% — what moves next with CPI hours away

New York, January 12, 2026, 07:46 EST — Premarket The U.S. 30-year fixed mortgage rate hit an average of 6.18% early Monday, according to Bankrate data. Meanwhile, the average 30-year refinance rate stood at 6.54%. “Mortgage rates will remain volatile for the foreseeable future,” said Samir Dedhia, CEO of One Real Mortgage. (Bankrate) Bond yields nudged higher at the start of the week. The U.S. 10-year Treasury yield climbed 3 basis points to 4.30%, while the 30-year yield gained 4.5 basis points, reaching 4.86%, according to Reuters market data. (A basis point equals 0.01 percentage point.) Mortgage rates usually follow
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Starlink in Iran: Trump to call Musk as blackout tightens grip

Starlink in Iran: Trump to call Musk as blackout tightens grip

DUBAI, Jan 12, 2026, 16:51 (GST) U.S. President Donald Trump said he plans to speak with Elon Musk about bringing internet back to Iran via SpaceX’s Starlink satellite network. “He’s very good at that kind of thing, he’s got a very good company,” Trump told reporters. (Reuters) Since Thursday, Jan. 8, Iran has enforced a near-total internet blackout as protests over soaring prices escalated into demands for the clerical regime’s downfall. Tehran says it’s working with security forces to coordinate any restoration of service. Washington is considering its next steps but insists communication lines remain open through intermediaries. Alan Eyre,
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Mortgage rates today hover near 6.2% as Rocket stock slips in premarket

Mortgage rates today hover near 6.2% as Rocket stock slips in premarket

New York, Jan 12, 2026, 07:51 EST — Premarket Shares of Rocket Companies slipped 0.6% to $23.14 in premarket trading Monday, after closing at $23.29 on Friday. (Public) The move happened while “mortgage rates today” lingered near the mid-6% mark, prompting investors to weigh if a surge in government-backed mortgage bond purchases will shift the rate outlook ahead of the spring selling season. Bankrate’s newest lender survey shows the national average for a 30-year fixed mortgage APR at 6.24%, while the 30-year fixed refinance APR sits at 6.61%. These APR figures factor in lender fees and other costs bundled into
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Crude Oil Price Today: Brent dips, oil stocks wobble as Iran and Venezuela headlines hit

Crude Oil Price Today: Brent dips, oil stocks wobble as Iran and Venezuela headlines hit

New York, Jan 12, 2026, 07:49 EST — Premarket Brent crude futures slipped 31 cents, or 0.5%, to $63.03 a barrel by 5:45 a.m. ET (1045 GMT). U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude fell 36 cents, or 0.6%, to $58.76. Iran’s foreign minister said the situation was “under total control” after weekend violence, blunting some supply fears. “Lower European equity markets and lack of additional supply disruptions is moderately weighing on oil prices,” UBS analyst Giovanni Staunovo said. (Reuters) The dip came after a sharp move higher late last week, when traders rebuilt a risk premium — the extra dollars paid
12 January 2026
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US stocks today: Futures slip as Powell indictment threat roils banks; Fed speakers, Treasury auctions on the calendar

US stocks today: Futures slip as Powell indictment threat roils banks; Fed speakers, Treasury auctions on the calendar

New York, Jan 12, 2026, 07:52 EST — Premarket S&P 500 E-minis, the futures linked to the benchmark index, slipped 0.66% to 6,959 points by 5:51 a.m. ET. Dow E-minis were down 0.72%, while Nasdaq 100 E-minis declined 0.88%, market data showed. https://www.reuters.com/business/finance/wall-st-futures-slip-worries-over-fed-independence-financial-stocks-slide-2026-01-12/ The market’s focused on politics and positioning this morning, not just the economic data. Traders face a packed week ahead with bank earnings and an inflation report on the docket. Now, the Fed chair has emerged as a standalone headline risk. https://www.reuters.com/business/finance/global-markets-view-usa-2026-01-12/ Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell revealed that the Justice Department issued grand jury subpoenas to
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HCLTech Q3 results are out: Revenue beats estimates, profit drops and FY26 guidance narrows

HCLTech Q3 results are out: Revenue beats estimates, profit drops and FY26 guidance narrows

BENGALURU, Jan 12, 2026, 17:54 IST HCLTech reported a stronger-than-expected jump in third-quarter revenue on Monday, but a one-off expense linked to India’s new labour laws dragged profit below estimates. The company trimmed its fiscal 2026 revenue growth forecast to 4% to 4.5%, down from the previous range of 3% to 5%. Revenue climbed 13.3% to 338.72 billion rupees ($3.8 billion), while profit slipped 11.2% to 40.76 billion rupees, weighed down by a 9.56 billion-rupee charge, the firm said. (Reuters) India’s IT earnings season kicks off early, as investors look for signs that clients are starting to spend more after
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IREN stock pops in premarket as Bernstein tags it a 2026 “top AI pick” after Microsoft deal

IREN stock pops in premarket as Bernstein tags it a 2026 “top AI pick” after Microsoft deal

NEW YORK, January 12, 2026, 07:08 EST IREN (IREN.O) shares climbed roughly 2.2% in U.S. premarket Monday, following a Bernstein note naming the company a 2026 “top AI pick,” per TipRanks. The stock was flagged at $47.05, up $1.02 from its previous close. https://www.google.com/finance/quote/IREN%3ANASDAQ?hl=en The call matters because IREN straddles two volatile sectors: bitcoin-linked miners and AI data centers. Investors are wrestling with whether its grid power and chip agreements can transform a boom-and-bust mining operation into a steadier stream of contracted infrastructure revenue. Rates remain a key factor. The U.S. consumer price index for December drops Tuesday, followed by
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Bitcoin price today wobbles near $90,500 as Trump-Powell row ripples into crypto stocks

Bitcoin price today wobbles near $90,500 as Trump-Powell row ripples into crypto stocks

New York, Jan 12, 2026, 07:00 EST — Premarket Bitcoin slipped roughly 0.1% to $90,551, bouncing between $90,225 and $92,369 earlier. Ether edged up 0.3% to $3,111. In U.S. premarket action, Coinbase dropped 1.9%, Strategy fell 5.8%, miner Marathon Digital lost 2.0%, while Riot Platforms climbed 1.3%. Sentiment shifted to cautious after Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell revealed that the Trump administration threatened him with criminal indictment, sparking fresh concerns about central bank independence and the dollar’s outlook. “The repeated attacks on the Fed’s independence” remain a downside risk for the greenback, said MUFG’s Lee Hardman. Traders now brace for
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Silver price hits record highs; SLV stock jumps in premarket as Fed probe rattles markets

Silver price hits record highs; SLV stock jumps in premarket as Fed probe rattles markets

NEW YORK, Jan 12, 2026, 07:01 EST — Premarket trading underway. Shares of iShares Silver Trust, the silver-backed ETF known by the ticker SLV, jumped 3.8% to $72.38 in premarket action Monday. On Friday, the fund closed at $69.71. Spot silver jumped 5.5% to $84.32 an ounce, hitting a record high of $84.60, Reuters reported. The move came as investors sought safe havens amid threats from the Trump administration to indict Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. “The path is open toward $90 and potentially $100 per ounce if the industrial squeeze tightens,” said Zain Vawda, an analyst at MarketPulse by
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Barrick Mining stock pops in premarket as gold price breaks $4,600; CPI, Fed next

Barrick Mining stock pops in premarket as gold price breaks $4,600; CPI, Fed next

NEW YORK, Jan 12, 2026, 07:01 EST — Premarket Barrick Mining shares climbed 2.9% to $49.20 in U.S. premarket trading Monday, boosted by gold hitting new highs and lifting mining stocks before the cash market opened. (google.com) This matters because gold producers often act as a lever on bullion: when the metal’s price spikes, revenue usually reacts right away, but many costs lag behind. That’s why miners often become the preferred play for investors seeking gold exposure without actually buying the metal. Spot gold jumped 1.9% to $4,596.05 an ounce by 0931 GMT, after briefly hitting a record peak of
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Natural gas price ETF UNG rebounds premarket as colder forecasts lift futures — what to watch next

Natural gas price ETF UNG rebounds premarket as colder forecasts lift futures — what to watch next

NEW YORK, Jan 12, 2026, 07:02 EST — Premarket Shares of the United States Natural Gas Fund (UNG) showed gains in Monday’s premarket, following a rebound in U.S. natural gas futures. The bounce comes after a selloff late last week, driven by forecasts for warmer weather. (Investing.com) This shift is crucial since weather has been behind the daily swings in gas prices, with traders relying on funds like UNG to play short-term moves. Winter demand can flip fast, and the market responds just as swiftly. The stage is set for a volatile week. A change in the mid-January temperature forecast
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Stock Market Today

Macquarie Group share price slips 2% after APRA eases liquidity curbs — what to watch next week

Macquarie Group share price slips 2% after APRA eases liquidity curbs — what to watch next week

7 February 2026
Macquarie Group shares fell 2.17% to A$207.83 Friday, marking a third straight decline as the ASX 200 slid 2%. Australia’s regulator trimmed liquidity requirements for Macquarie Bank after improvements in controls. Macquarie Asset Management announced two UK utility deals, including full ownership of Last Mile Infrastructure and the purchase of Energy Assets Group. Investors await Tuesday’s operational briefing.
Wall Street Feels the Heat (and Thrill): Fed Cuts, Tariffs & Mega-Mergers Set NYSE Buzz

Stock Market Today 07.02.2026

7 February 2026
LIVEMarkets rolling coverageStarted: February 7, 2026, 12:00 AM ESTUpdated: February 7, 2026, 1:05 AM EST Crude Oil Prices Rise on Dollar Weakness, Geopolitical Tensions February 7, 2026, 12:52 AM EST. Crude oil prices edged higher on Friday, supported by a weaker U.S. dollar and escalating geopolitical risks in the Middle East. March WTI crude gained 0.41%, rebounding from early losses, while gasoline prices rose 1.38%. Doubts over a U.S.-Iran nuclear deal loom after reports of Iran's refusal to halt uranium enrichment, raising the risk of military action and potential disruption of vital shipping routes. Additionally, a surge in U.S. consumer
Seagate (STX) stock jumps nearly 6% as Citi hikes target — what to watch next week

Seagate (STX) stock jumps nearly 6% as Citi hikes target — what to watch next week

7 February 2026
Seagate shares rose 5.9% to $429.32 Friday after Citigroup raised its price target to $480 and reiterated a buy rating. The gain ended a two-day slide but left the stock 6.6% below its Feb. 3 high. CEO Dave Mosley sold 20,000 shares on Feb. 2 under a pre-arranged plan, SEC filings show. U.S. jobs and inflation data next week are seen as key tests for tech stocks.
Cummins (CMI) stock price rebounds after earnings whipsaw as investors eye data-center power demand

Cummins (CMI) stock price rebounds after earnings whipsaw as investors eye data-center power demand

7 February 2026
Cummins shares jumped 6.8% to $577.73 Friday, recovering from a nearly 9% post-earnings drop the day before. The company reported Q4 revenue up 1% to $8.54 billion, took a $218 million charge tied to its hydrogen business, and guided for 2026 EBITDA of 17–18% of sales. Demand for data center generators offset weakness in North American truck markets. Analyst reaction was mixed; Truist raised its price target.
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