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Inflation 14 February 2026 - 20 February 2026

Wall Street jumps after Supreme Court kills Trump tariffs as US data revives inflation debate

Wall Street jumps after Supreme Court kills Trump tariffs as US data revives inflation debate

U.S. stocks rose Friday after the Supreme Court struck down President Trump’s global tariffs. GDP growth slowed to 1.4% in the fourth quarter, well below forecasts, while PCE inflation accelerated in December. The S&P 500 gained 0.64% and the Nasdaq climbed 1.10% by midday. PMI and consumer sentiment data pointed to softer business activity and stagnant household outlooks.
20 February 2026
US stock market today: GDP + PCE inflation, oil near highs — what to watch before the open

US stock market today: GDP + PCE inflation, oil near highs — what to watch before the open

S&P 500 futures rose 0.4% before the release of Q4 GDP and December PCE inflation data. Oil held near six-month highs amid U.S.-Iran tensions. The dollar was on track for its biggest weekly gain since October 2025. Deere shares climbed after raising its outlook, while markets watched for fallout from Blue Owl’s redemption changes.
Silver price today: Spot jumps above $80 as haven demand returns ahead of U.S. inflation data

Silver price today: Spot jumps above $80 as haven demand returns ahead of U.S. inflation data

Spot silver rose 2.8% to $80.57 an ounce in early European trading Friday, hitting a new high as investors reacted to U.S.-Iran tensions and falling bond yields. Gold gained 0.7% to $5,032.49. Solar panel makers reported surging costs, with U.S. silver-paste prices for modules more than tripling since early 2025. Markets await U.S. inflation and GDP data due at 13:30 GMT.
Northern Star shares tick up with gold stocks as traders eye US inflation data

Northern Star shares tick up with gold stocks as traders eye US inflation data

Northern Star Resources shares closed up 1.2% at A$28.36 on Thursday, ending a two-day slide as gold prices held near record highs. The company’s next dividend record date is March 5. Investors are watching Friday’s U.S. PCE inflation report, which could affect gold and the stock’s outlook. Northern Star recently reported half-year net profit after tax of A$714 million.
Anglo American stock pops 2% in London after UK inflation cools, with results in focus

Anglo American stock pops 2% in London after UK inflation cools, with results in focus

Anglo American shares rose 2.3% to 3,578 pence by mid-morning in London, rebounding after Tuesday’s drop as UK inflation slowed to 3.0% in January. The miner’s gains come ahead of full-year results due Feb. 20, after it cut 2026 copper guidance and flagged $200 million in Chilean site charges. Glencore reported a 6% fall in adjusted EBITDA and announced a $2 billion shareholder return.
Haleon share price rises as UK inflation cools — what to watch before Feb 25 earnings

Haleon share price rises as UK inflation cools — what to watch before Feb 25 earnings

Haleon shares rose 0.9% to 412.6 pence in early London trading Wednesday, tracking gains in the UK market after softer inflation data. The stock traded between 410.60 and 414.80 pence, nearing its 52-week high. UK inflation slowed to 3.0% in January, fueling rate-cut bets. Haleon’s updated analyst consensus shows FY2025 revenue at £11.08 billion and organic growth of 3.4%.
US stock market closed for Presidents Day: S&P 500 futures tick up as GDP, PCE inflation loom

US stock market closed for Presidents Day: S&P 500 futures tick up as GDP, PCE inflation loom

U.S. stock and bond markets remained closed Monday for Presidents Day, while S&P 500 futures edged up 0.1% to near 6,853 in thin trading. Microsoft shares are down 17% year-to-date and Amazon nearly 14% amid concerns over AI spending. Investors await U.S. GDP and PCE inflation data later in the week, along with Walmart earnings. Gold slid over 1% as the dollar strengthened.
AGNC stock price slips after soft U.S. CPI; dividend and Fed minutes loom

AGNC stock price slips after soft U.S. CPI; dividend and Fed minutes loom

AGNC Investment Corp closed down 0.2% at $11.36 Friday as Treasury yields fell after U.S. inflation data came in below forecasts. The company declared a $0.12 February dividend, payable March 10. Annaly Capital rose 0.5%, Dynex Capital slipped 0.4%. U.S. markets will be closed Monday for Washington’s Birthday.
Morgan Stanley stock rebounds after Thursday slide as CPI cools; Fed minutes, Basel rules loom

Morgan Stanley stock rebounds after Thursday slide as CPI cools; Fed minutes, Basel rules loom

Morgan Stanley shares closed up 1.8% at $171.15 Friday, rebounding after a 4.9% drop Thursday. U.S. inflation data came in cooler than expected, easing rate concerns and lifting stocks. Investors remain cautious ahead of Fed minutes Feb. 18 and possible new big-bank capital rules. Morgan Stanley declared dividends on several preferred stock series.
Gold price jumps back above $5,000 after softer U.S. inflation — what traders watch next

Gold price jumps back above $5,000 after softer U.S. inflation — what traders watch next

Gold surged 2.1% to $5,022.06 an ounce Friday after U.S. inflation data raised bets on Federal Reserve rate cuts, reversing Thursday’s sharp drop below $5,000. Silver climbed 3.4% to $77.70. U.S. interest-rate futures now price nearly 70% odds of a Fed cut in June. Indian dealers switched to discounts as high prices dampened demand, while China’s central bank added gold for a 15th month.
14 February 2026
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