US Macro Daily(Beta Mode)
Calm Start to Year
| Prior Close | ||
|---|---|---|
| Asset | Level | Days Change |
| S&P 500 | 6,849.40 | -0.72% |
| Nasdaq | 23,241.99 | -0.76% |
| Spot VIX | 14.78 | -1.14% |
| 2 Year Bond Yield | 3.48 | -1 bps |
| 10 Year Bond Yield | 4.16 | -1 bps |
| EUR/USD | 1.1719 | -0.21% |
| USD/JPY | 156.88 | +0.06% |
| GBP/USD | 1.344 | -0.22% |
| WTI Oil | 57.95 | -0.22% |
| Gold | 4,395.26 | +1.75% |
| Bitcoin | 89,296.07 | +0.63% |
Prior Economic Events
| Data | Prior | Cons | Actual |
|---|---|---|---|
| No events available | |||
Today's Economic Events
| Data | Prior | Cons | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Federal Reserve Balance Sheet | 6560m | - | 18:59 |
- Markets traded quietly with no major moves as investors digested New Year celebrations and global geopolitical tensions.
- Federal Reserve balance sheet data tonight will provide insights into quantitative tightening progress amid the easing cycle.
- Global news on Bangladesh elections and Taiwan-China drills underscored ongoing uncertainties influencing economic policy.
Yesterday's Recap
Markets remained closed for the New Year's holiday, resulting in stable prices across equities, bonds, FX, commodities, and crypto with no significant volatility.
Spot VIX held steady at 14.78, reflecting calm conditions below the 16 threshold for heightened activity.
Economic data releases were absent, allowing focus on year-end reviews like India's defense advancements without impacting daily trades.
Fed speeches were quiet, with no comments from officials on rate paths or inflation.
The Day Ahead
Federal Reserve balance sheet data is scheduled at 18:59 ET, expected to show continued quantitative tightening consistent with the cutting cycle.
No other major economic data or speeches are slated, keeping the day focused on overnight reactions.
Investors will monitor for any surprises in liquidity trends that could influence bond yields or FX ahead of weekend trading.
