Richmond Fed President Tom Barkin details US economic resilience with 4.3% GDP growth, 4.6% unemployment, and 2.8% inflation in January 6 speech. JPMorgan survey shows business optimism amid tariff concerns.
Major Wall Street firms forecast S&P 500 reaching 7,500-8,200 by year-end 2026. Federal Reserve signals rate cut pause as inflation trends lower and economy shows resilience despite mixed labor market signals.
On January 7, 2026, the Nikkei closed at 52,144 points. Industry leaders highlight spring wage hikes and inbound tourism as key drivers for Japan’s economic growth this year.
On January 7, President Lee Jae-myung held an emergency briefing in Shanghai, warning of economic impacts from geopolitical tensions, with updates on foreign reserves, stock market rally, and CES 2026.
KOSPI continues to set records with upward revisions from top securities firms. Daewoo sees 5,650, Goldman Sachs 5,200. Strong semiconductor earnings and currency shifts fuel optimism.
Richmond Fed's Tom Barkin outlines 2026 US economy on January 6, highlighting 4.3% GDP, 4.6% unemployment, 2.8% inflation, and incoming stimulus amid Wall Street S&P 500 forecasts.
Richmond Fed's Tom Barkin details resilient US growth at 4.3% GDP, 4.6% unemployment, and inflation at 2.8% in January 6 speech. JPMorgan survey shows business optimism amid tariff concerns.
On January 6th, Japan’s Nikkei 225 broke its previous high, closing at 52,518 yen. Leading financial figures express confidence for 2026, and regional leaders support wage increases.
On the 6th, KOSPI hits a 4-year high, Samsung Electronics surpasses $1,000, and SK Hynix climbs. Includes details on Chinese IPO plans and global market trends.
U.S. stock markets hit new highs, with Apple surpassing $2,000. Foreign currency reserves decrease for the first time in 7 months, driven by stabilization measures. Latest economic insights.