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FTSE 100 slips as Barclays takes a hit from Trump’s credit-card cap push; gold miners climb

FTSE 100 slips as Barclays takes a hit from Trump’s credit-card cap push; gold miners climb

London, 12 January 2026, 10:58 GMT — Regular session Britain’s FTSE 100 slipped in early Monday trade, pulled lower by a steep drop in Barclays after investors weighed new U.S. policy risks alongside a firmer pound. By 0823 GMT, the blue-chip index was down 0.1%, while sterling gained 0.3% against the dollar, hitting roughly $1.34. (Investing.com South Africa) London stocks…
12 January 2026
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  • Bitcoin and Ethereum Face Volatility Ahead of Federal Reserve Rate Decision
    January 28, 2026, 9:28 AM EST. Bitcoin trades near $89,842 and Ethereum surpasses $3,000 as investors await Wednesday's Federal Reserve meeting. Markets price a 97% chance that the Fed will keep interest rates steady at 3.5%-3.75%. Focus shifts to Fed Chair Jerome Powell's comments on the 4.4% unemployment rate. Analysts warn of a 'narrative whipsaw' - unpredictable reactions to Fed guidance. A hawkish stance could remove expectations for rate cuts, pressuring crypto prices. Conversely, a dovish tone may boost expectations for rate reductions by midyear, encouraging crypto gains. Traders remain vigilant as labor market signals and Fed rhetoric will influence near-term cryptocurrency trends.
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