Global Markets Slide as AI, Crypto, and Precious Metals Face Heightened Volatility 
Vietnam’s Trade Surplus With US Jumps as Exports Surge and China Imports Hit Record 
Trump Signs Executive Order Threatening 25% Tariffs on Countries Trading With Iran 
South Korea’s Weak Won Struggles as Retail Investors Pour Money Into U.S. Stocks 
Russian Stocks End Mixed as MOEX Index Closes Flat Amid Commodity Strength 
South Africa Eyes ECB Repo Lines as Inflation Eases and Rate Cuts Loom 
Thailand Inflation Remains Negative for 10th Straight Month in January 
Dow Hits 50,000 as U.S. Stocks Stage Strong Rebound Amid AI Volatility 
Not many economic dockets and events scheduled for today but some with high volatility risks associated.
Upcoming:
- France: April business climate report will be released at 6:45 GMT.
- United Kingdom: Public sector borrowing report will be released at 8:30 GMT.
- United States: Redbook index will be updated at 12:55 GMT. S&P/Case-Shiller home price report will be released at 13:00 GMT followed by consumer confidence at 14:00 GMT. New home sales report will also be released at 14:00 GMT, along with Richmond Fed manufacturing index.
- Auction: The US will auction 1-month and 12-month bills at 15:30 GMT. US will auction 2-year note at 17:00 GMT.
