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With Bitcoin trading roughly 42% below its October 2026 all-time high, sentiment across the crypto market has deteriorated sharply.

Since last Thursday, gold has seen a rapid and sharp pullback. Prices fell from near the $5,600 all-time high, with a maximum decline of over $1,000 in just three trading days, amplifying volatility.

Last week will not be forgotten for some time. Those with exposure to ultra-crowded markets will be acutely aware that trading any financial instrument with a 10-day realised volatility of 186%, as seen in silver, demands both an open mind as to where the collective may push price and a disciplined approach to position sizing.

Meta Earnings Reaction and Share Price Reversal Meta shares are up around 9 percent in post-market trading.

Following its Q2 FY26 earnings release on 10 December, Oracle raised its FY2026 capital expenditure plans by $15bn to $50bn.

Headline nonfarm payrolls rose by +50k in December, just a touch below consensus expectations for an increase of +70k, albeit within the typically wide forecast range, of +25k to +155k.

Looking back at 2025, gold delivered one of the most striking performances across global markets. Prices repeatedly pushed to new highs, breaking historical records more than 50 times, with peak gains reaching as much as 67%.

Key technical levels - Supply zone in focus The immediate focus for traders is the $4347–$4353 supply zone, which capped upside on both Friday and Monday.

Last week, gold showed resilience amid heightened volatility. Persistent dollar weakness, ongoing central bank purchases, and safe-haven demand driven by geopolitical uncertainty all supported the rally.