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Steel Stocks Slip on Rumored Tariff Rollback

Shares of major U.S. steel producers fell as concerns mounted that the White House may roll back tariffs on imported steel and aluminum implemented in 2025. Investors are pricing in a potential reduction in protection for domestic producers, weighing on earnings outlooks for companies that had benefited from elevated commodity prices and strong domestic demand.

January CPI Inflation Cools to 2.4%, Beating Expectations and Boosting Fed Rate Cut Hopes

Consumer prices rose just 2.4% annually in January, falling below the anticipated 2.5% and marking the slowest pace since May 2025. Core inflation also eased to 2.5%, its lowest level since March 2021, providing relief to markets and strengthening the case for Federal Reserve rate cuts in 2026.

Federal Reserve Rate Cut Expectations Rise as Bond Yields Fall Following Tame Inflation Data

Treasury yields declined sharply following better-than-expected January inflation data, with two-year yields approaching their lowest levels since October. Money markets now price in approximately 63 basis points of Federal Reserve rate cuts in 2026, equivalent to around 50% odds of a third reduction by December.

January Inflation Rises to 2.9% as Fed Rate Cut Expectations Pushed to July

The U.S. Consumer Price Index rose 2.9% year-over-year in January 2026, up from December's 2.7%, according to data released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Core inflation edged higher to 2.7%, complicating the Federal Reserve's path toward its 2% inflation target and prompting money markets to push expectations for the next rate cut from June to July.

Stock Futures Creep Higher as Investors Digest Strong Labor Market, Mixed Data Signals

Stock futures modestly rose as traders weighed stronger-than-expected labor data against persistent technology sector weakness and renewed discussions over monetary policy. With unemployment slightly lower than forecast and weekly jobless claims subdued, markets are recalibrating expectations for Federal Reserve action in coming months.

January Jobs Report Shows 130K Payroll Gains Amid Critical Benchmark Revisions

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics released delayed January employment data showing 130,000 new jobs added, exceeding expectations of 70,000. However, annual benchmark revisions revealed 2025 employment was significantly weaker than previously reported, with total job gains revised down from 584,000 to just 181,000 for the year.

Federal Reserve Maintains Rates at 3.50-3.75% as Markets Price in Mid-Year Easing

The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady in its range of 3.50-3.75 percent at its January 2026 meeting, pausing its easing cycle after three consecutive cuts in late 2025. Market participants are now pricing increased probability of rate cuts beginning in April or June as employment data suggests greater labor market cooling than previously recognized.

Spotify Delivers Blowout Fourth Quarter Results, Shares Surge 18% on Record User Growth

Spotify reported fourth quarter earnings per share of €4.43, crushing analyst estimates of €2.74 by 62% as the streaming giant added a record 38 million monthly active users to reach 751 million total. Operating income jumped 47% to €701 million while gross margins hit record highs of 33.1%, sending shares up 18% in early trading on Monday.

London’s FTSE 100 Dips as Standard Chartered and BP Weigh on Markets

The FTSE 100 index slipped on February 10, pressured by sharp share price declines at Standard Chartered and BP, with broader investor caution amid earnings and governance concerns. While some heavyweight stocks rose, energy sector headwinds and executive turnover unsettled sentiment in European markets.