economic calendar

USD higher everywhere. Crypto particularly hard hit. BTC/USD lows circa $81K. Bitcoin ... 'digital gold' it ain't.

Fed holds rates steady, outlook improves. Powell's presser awaits. Traders eye policy shifts and market impact.

London Metal Exchange resumed trading at 0200 GMT after a one-hour delay Normal hours are 1 a.m. to 7 p.m. London time

RBA tipped to hike to 3.85% in February after inflation surprise - poll A February hike is largely priced,

Wheat futures climb on strong export sales, up 5-9 cents. EU production dips, but stocks rise.

Corn futures edge higher on strong export sales, up 1.75 cents to $3.95. Ethanol exports hit record highs.

Lean hog futures mixed; Feb hogs down $0.25, Apr up $0.30. Pork exports dip 4.9% YoY. Watch hog slaughter.