Yen-tervention Watch, Dollar Declines, and Cold Weather Drives NatGas | The Opening Trade 1/26/2026
The dollar extends its selloff on Monday as speculation swirled that the US could coordinate intervention with Japanese authorities to support the yen. Traders are on heightened alert for authorities...
By Bloomberg Markets · Bloomberg Markets
The dollar extends its selloff on Monday as speculation swirled that the US could coordinate intervention with Japanese authorities to support the yen. Traders are on heightened alert for authorities intervening in Japan as Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi says the government is ready to take action. Continued global uncertainty drives gold beyond $5,000-an-ounce. Natural Gas prices soar on both sides of the Atlantic with freezing weather sweeping across much of the US, boosting heating demand and disrupting supplies. The Opening Trade has everything you need to know as markets open across Europe. With analysis you won't find anywhere else, we break down the biggest stories of the day and speak to top guests who have skin in the game. Hosted by Anna Edwards, Guy Johnson and Tom Mackenzie. (Source: Bloomberg)