Dear Client,

Please note that the dividends of the following products will be adjusted accordingly. Index dividends will be executed separately through a balance statement directly to your trading account, and the comment will be in the following format “Div & Product Name & Net Volume ”.

Please refer to the table below for more details:

The above data is for reference only, please refer to the MT4/MT5 software for specific data.

If you’d like more information, please don’t hesitate to contact info@vtmarkets.com.

Dear Client,

Please note that the dividends of the following products will be adjusted accordingly. Index dividends will be executed separately through a balance statement directly to your trading account, and the comment will be in the following format “Div & Product Name & Net Volume ”.

Please refer to the table below for more details:

The above data is for reference only, please refer to the MT4/MT5 software for specific data.

If you’d like more information, please don’t hesitate to contact info@vtmarkets.com.

CURRENCIES:

Gold Price Trends and Influences

• Gold prices have been fluctuating, stuck in a consolidation phase as they await new catalysts.
• Upcoming U.S. inflation data could significantly influence gold’s price direction in the near term.

Impact of Federal Reserve’s Monetary Policy

• The Federal Reserve’s stance on interest rates is a crucial factor for gold’s future movements. Current signals suggest no immediate rate cuts, which may dampen gold’s appeal.

Inflation Data and Gold’s Reaction

• Expected U.S. inflation rates and their potential impact on gold are discussed, with specific projections for January’s CPI.
• An unexpected high inflation report could negatively affect gold prices by adjusting interest rate expectations.

Outlook Based on Inflation Outcomes

• Lower-than-expected inflation could boost gold prices, possibly affecting market expectations for future rate cuts.

STOCK MARKET:

Stock Market Highlights

• The S&P 500 reached a new record high, closing at 4,995, with the 5,000 mark in sight.
• U.S. stocks rose, influenced by quarterly earnings reports and ongoing discussions about interest rate cuts.
• Despite mixed earnings, notable movements included Alibaba’s shares dropping after a revenue miss and Snap’s significant decline following a disappointing profit forecast.
• Disney announced a 50% increase in its cash dividend after reporting strong earnings, leading to a post-market share price surge.
• Federal Reserve officials suggest no immediate rate cuts, with a focus on inflation trends before any policy adjustments.
• Concerns around regional banks and the real estate sector were sparked by troubles at New York Community Bancorp, despite a slight recovery in its share price.

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Dear Client,

Please note that the dividends of the following products will be adjusted accordingly. Index dividends will be executed separately through a balance statement directly to your trading account, and the comment will be in the following format “Div & Product Name & Net Volume ”.

Please refer to the table below for more details:

The above data is for reference only, please refer to the MT4/MT5 software for specific data.

If you’d like more information, please don’t hesitate to contact info@vtmarkets.com.

Dear Client,

Please note that the dividends of the following products will be adjusted accordingly. Index dividends will be executed separately through a balance statement directly to your trading account, and the comment will be in the following format “Div & Product Name & Net Volume ”.

Please refer to the table below for more details:

The above data is for reference only, please refer to the MT4/MT5 software for specific data.

If you’d like more information, please don’t hesitate to contact info@vtmarkets.com.

CURRENCIES:

US Dollar Performance and Outlook

• The US dollar saw a significant boost following strong economic data and is poised for further movement based on upcoming Federal Reserve speakers’ comments.
• Despite a slight softening, the dollar had previously surged over two days, fueled by a better-than-expected non-farm payroll report, indicating a robust and strengthening labor market.
• The services sector, as shown by the ISM services PMI, has expanded for 13 consecutive months, surpassing expectations and previous readings, hinting at a resilient economy despite tight monetary policies.
• Improvements in new orders, prices, and imports within the ISM report suggest strong consumer spending and the impact of increased shipping costs on prices.
• The Senior Loan Officer Survey highlighted a growing willingness among credit providers to extend credit and a slight increase in demand for it, contrasting with expectations in a high-interest rate environment.

Economic Indicators and Fed’s Influence

Federal Reserve Speakers and USD Outlook:

• The dollar’s trajectory may continue to be influenced by forthcoming comments from Fed speakers on monetary policy and interest rates.
• Observations on economic data and cautious approaches to interest rate cuts are anticipated to contribute to the dollar’s recent advances.
• This economic resilience and strong data suggest potential delays in starting interest rate cuts, leading to recent gains in US yields and the dollar.
• The dollar index (DXY) showcased significant gains, with a focus on whether this momentum can be sustained, especially as it approaches key resistance levels noted in previous months.
• Federal Reserve’s Neel Kashkari’s comments on the unexpected strength of the US economy indicate that the current interest rates may not be as impactful due to a higher post-Covid neutral rate.

STOCK MARKET:

Snap Inc.’s Financial Performance and Market Reaction

• Snap Inc., the parent company of Snapchat, did not meet Wall Street’s revenue forecasts for the quarter, causing a 30% drop in its stock price.
• Despite its innovative features, Snap struggles to secure digital advertising revenue against larger competitors like Facebook’s Meta Platforms and Alphabet.

Comparison with Industry Giants

Internal Challenges Over Macro-Economic Issues

• Analysts suggest Snap’s revenue shortfall is due to internal issues rather than broader economic challenges, indicating a failure to leverage a resilient advertising market.

Strategic Focus and Management’s Response

• CEO Evan Spiegel emphasized the potential for growth, planning to target advertisers aiming for direct sales or website traffic, moving away from mere brand awareness campaigns.
• Snap reported Q4 revenue of $1.36 billion, below the expected $1.38 billion, with its annual revenue for 2023 remaining steady at $4.6 billion.

Operational Adjustments and Future Outlook

• Snap announced a 10% workforce reduction, equivalent to 528 employees, as part of its strategy to invest in long-term growth.
• The company aims to expand Snapchat’s user base, especially in its most profitable markets like North America and Europe, despite stagnation and modest growth in these regions, respectively.
• With 414 million daily active users in Q4, surpassing the anticipated 411.6 million, Snap foresees growth to 420 million users in the next quarter, projecting revenue between $1.1 billion and $1.14 billion against analysts’ expectations of $1.1 billion.
• Following these announcements and the earnings call, Snap’s shares significantly declined in after-market trading.
• In contrast to Snap’s performance, Meta’s advertising sales increased by 25% in the last quarter, while Google saw an 11% growth in its ad business, including a 16% rise in YouTube ad sales.

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Dear Client,

Please note that the dividends of the following products will be adjusted accordingly. Index dividends will be executed separately through a balance statement directly to your trading account, and the comment will be in the following format “Div & Product Name & Net Volume ”.

Please refer to the table below for more details:

The above data is for reference only, please refer to the MT4/MT5 software for specific data.

If you’d like more information, please don’t hesitate to contact info@vtmarkets.com.

Dear Client,

Please note that the dividends of the following products will be adjusted accordingly. Index dividends will be executed separately through a balance statement directly to your trading account, and the comment will be in the following format “Div & Product Name & Net Volume ”.

Please refer to the table below for more details:

The above data is for reference only, please refer to the MT4/MT5 software for specific data.

If you’d like more information, please don’t hesitate to contact info@vtmarkets.com.

CURRENCIES:

EUR/USD Performance Overview

• Begins the week with further declines.
• Has experienced four consecutive weeks of decline.
• Dollar strength projected to influence trading dynamics persistently.

Factors Influencing the Euro

• New yearly low against the US Dollar due to adjustments in early rate-cut expectations.
• US job market’s robust performance last week impacts global financial markets, diminishing prospects of a Federal Reserve rate cut in March.

Market Reaction and Outlook

• Euro and Sterling reach multi-week lows against the Dollar.
• With a light data week ahead, Dollar’s dominance expected to continue.

Germany’s Economic Data

• Disappointing trade figures released, exacerbating the Euro’s challenges.
• December’s trade balance improved, but imports and exports dropped more than forecasted.
• Exports decreased by 4.6%, and imports by nearly 7%, signaling a tough start to 2024 for Germany’s economy.

Eurozone Economic Concerns

• Germany’s economic struggles highlighted by farmers’ protests and train drivers’ strikes
• Trade data fuels recession fears, potentially pressing the European Central Bank towards an interest rate cut, with market eyes on April, pending inflation trends

STOCK MARKET:

US Stock Market Performance

• Experiences a downturn with Federal Reserve’s cautious stance on rate cuts.
• S&P 500 down by 0.3%, indicating a minor pullback from recent highs.
• Dow Jones drops by 0.7%, and Nasdaq decreases by 0.2%.

Impact of Federal Reserve’s Position

• Jerome Powell’s comments dampen hopes for an imminent interest rate reduction.
• Powell emphasizes the risk of acting prematurely before inflation is adequately controlled.

Market Sentiment Shift

• Traders adjust expectations, reducing bets on rate cuts for March and May.
• Increase in 10-year Treasury yield to 4.17% reflects changing investor outlook.

Corporate Earnings Focus

• Market participants turn to corporate earnings for market direction.
• Recent positive earnings from Meta and Amazon had fueled a market rally.

McDonald’s Earnings Disappointment

• Shares drop over 3% following sales figures not meeting expectations.
• Highlights investor reliance on corporate performance in the absence of significant economic news.

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