UK shop price inflation rose 1.5% in October

Pending home sales drop 9.3% in Dec! Midwest & NE hit record lows. Housing market still facing headwinds.

UK consumer confidence edged up to -16 in January, the highest since August 2024, as households grew more positive on personal finances. However, confidence in the wider economy weakened further, signalling continued caution on spending.

Volvo's EX60 boasts 400 miles range, eyeing Rivian R2. Traders watch EV sector valuation shifts.

PBOC is expected to set the USD/CNY reference rate at 6.9481 – Reuters estimate

EU closes in on Ukraine recovery deal, boosts Arctic security focus: EU Pres von der Leyen

UBS warns funding flows, not selling, are key risk for US fiscal outlook The analysis underscores longer-term upward pressure risks for US yields if foreign funding demand weakens

Japan December 2025 Headline CPI 2.1% y/y (prior 2.9%)