This week's roundup flags notable activity in the gold market and recent price developments. It compiles several key observations on what has been driving gold prices and why "things are happening" in the market, without asserting a single cause. #gold #commodities #FiatNews

Analysts note this week that tariffs are ultimately borne by American consumers: headline states that "tariffs are paid by Americans themselves." The roundup highlights the domestic impact of trade measures and the cost pass-through to US households. #tariffs #economy #USA #FiatNews

Apple posted a record holiday quarter, with revenue rising 16% year‑on‑year and beating market expectations, driven chiefly by record iPhone sales and an especially strong performance in China. The company’s top‑line results exceeded its previous peaks for the season, underscoring robust consumer demand for its flagship device. #AAPL #iPhone Investors and analysts are now focusing on profitability: attention has shifted to how Apple will sustain or expand margins amid rising costs and how effectively it can leverage artificial intelligence across its product lineup. Management commentary and upcoming margin details will be watched closely for signs of durability in earnings trends. #AI The results, reported Jan. 30, 2026, reinforce Apple’s reliance on iPhone momentum and the strategic importance of the Chinese market as it navigates next steps around margin management and AI integration. #FiatNews

On January 30, 2026, U.S. President Donald Trump announced that Kevin Warsh will become the next chair of the Federal Reserve, confirming hours of prior speculation. The president’s statement names Warsh as the incoming head of the Federal Reserve System. The announcement was presented as the definitive choice after earlier reports and rumors; the source did not include details on a start date or the next administrative steps. No direct quotes or additional context about Warsh’s plans for monetary policy were provided in the initial notice. #KevinWarsh #Fed #FederalReserve #DonaldTrump #FiatNews

On Jan. 30, 2026, precious metals experienced a sharp selloff as strength in the US dollar triggered heavy liquidation across the sector. Gold, which had risen sharply in recent sessions, fell as much as 8% and slipped below $5,000 per ounce. Silver plunged more than 17%, dropping under $100, and copper also recorded a notable correction. The move represented one of the largest declines in these metals in recent years. Market participants cited the appreciating dollar as the immediate catalyst, a force that typically puts pressure on non‑yielding metals by reducing their dollar‑denominated appeal. #gold #silver #copper #USD #commodities #FiatNews

Precious metals plunged sharply on 30 Jan 2026, with gold and silver retreating amid market moves, according to a market report. No specific price changes were provided in the summary. #gold #silver #FiatNews

US Fed again in focus as President Donald Trump signalled he may announce the new Fed chair today (30 Jan 2026). Market favourite for the role reportedly shifted ahead of the decision, analyst Tomáš Vlk commented. #Fed #Trump #FiatNews

Sandisk shares jumped another 20% after the company posted strong second fiscal-quarter results and issued an even more optimistic outlook. The rally follows a year in which Sandisk was the top-performing stock in the S&P 500, and the latest update suggests the momentum is continuing into 2026. The U.S. maker of advanced flash memory and storage solutions said demand linked to artificial intelligence deployments remains exceptionally high, driving revenue and profit strength that exceeded investor expectations. Management’s guidance for future periods was described as “impressive” by market commentators, helping fuel the additional surge in the stock. Investors have rewarded Sandisk’s ability to capitalise on AI-driven storage needs, underscoring the company’s central role in the expanding data-infrastructure market. #Sandisk #SP500 #AI #FlashMemory #FiatNews

Adidas beat preliminary expectations and launched a €1 billion share buyback, sending its stock up about 5%. The company reported an operating profit of €164 million, slightly above the guidance it issued in October. The buyback program, valued at €1 billion, was presented alongside the better-than-expected preliminary results as a signal of confidence in the company’s ability to restore growth and improve profitability. Market reaction was immediate, with shares climbing roughly 5% following the announcement. The figures released are preliminary; Adidas’s full results and further details on the buyback timeline and execution are expected in company filings. #Adidas #Buyback #Stocks #FiatNews

Czech GDP growth slowed modestly in the fourth quarter to 0.5%, but annual expansion reached 2.5%—the fastest pace in three years and modestly above estimated potential, economist Jan Bureš said on Jan. 30, 2026. The quarterly deceleration did not, however, erase the overall strength recorded for the year. Bureš noted that while momentum eased in Q4, the 2.5% full-year increase signals a still-resilient economy compared with recent years. The annual figure stands out as the strongest since 2023 and outpaces the economy’s current potential output. "We are still in ‘good times,’" Bureš summarized, underlining that the slowdown in quarterly dynamics has not fundamentally altered the favourable yearly performance. #GDP #CzechRepublic #Economy #FiatNews

Apple reported its strongest quarter for iPhone sales, posting record revenue in its first fiscal quarter (the final three months of 2025) driven largely by robust demand in China. The company also issued a better-than-expected outlook for the coming period. #AAPL #iPhone However, Apple warned that rising component costs—highlighting expensive memory chips—could pressure its profit margins. The firm flagged margin risk despite the stronger top-line performance and improved guidance. The results underscore continued consumer demand for iPhones in key markets while drawing attention to cost-side challenges that may affect profitability going forward. #FiatNews

Bloomberg reports that SpaceX is in talks about a possible merger with either Tesla or xAI. The discussions, described as potential strategic combinations, would come ahead of a planned SpaceX IPO and could substantially reshape the network of companies controlled by Elon Musk. #SpaceX #Tesla #xAI #IPO Both merger scenarios are said to aim at attracting greater interest from large investors prior to the listing. Combining SpaceX with an electric-vehicle or artificial-intelligence firm would create closer links between space technologies, electromobility and AI applications. If pursued, such a deal would open new channels for technological integration across Musk’s businesses and change how those firms coordinate investments and development, although Bloomberg’s report did not provide details on timing or transaction structure. #ElonMusk #FiatNews

As of 30 January 2026, the European Commission has announced two major trade agreements aimed at creating free-trade zones—first with the Mercosur group of South American states and then with India—moves framed as a test of the EU’s broader trade strategy. Brussels’ recent activity underscores a push to expand market access through large-scale bilateral pacts. The Mercosur deal, long discussed in EU circles, and the subsequent India agreement are presented by the Commission as consecutive steps toward deeper trade integration. Observers view these announcements as a practical examination of how the EU balances commercial liberalization with political and economic constraints at home and abroad. #EU #Mercosur #India #trade #FiatNews

Analysts raised the target price for CZG, giving the stock a higher valuation objective in the latest update. The summary noted the upgraded target but did not disclose the new numeric level or the analysts' detailed rationale. #CZG #FiatNews

Elon Musk is reportedly considering linking SpaceX, Tesla and xAI, exploring closer connections between the three companies. The proposal is under consideration; the report did not include details on structure or timing. #SpaceX #TSLA #xAI #FiatNews

Apple reported sharply higher revenues, with sales described as having surged in the briefing. The roundup highlighted a strong top line, though the summary did not include specific revenue figures. #AAPL #FiatNews

ČEZ has sharply lowered prices for new customers, according to the report. The announcement concerns tariffs for incoming clients; no further details on duration or the scale of the cuts were provided in the summary. #CEZ #FiatNews

Analysts expect Czech economic growth to accelerate to 2.6% in 2025; an official estimate for 2025 is due today. The forecast points to faster momentum compared with prior projections, with analysts citing improving domestic activity and external demand. #CzechRepublic #GDP #FiatNews

AI frenzy continues: Bich Tech is stepping up investments in artificial intelligence, but a shortage of chips is constraining capacity. (30.01.2026) Tech giants do not appear likely to curb AI spending this year despite doubts over whether demand will justify such large capital outlays. Bich Tech is increasing funds for AI infrastructure and development while the industry faces limited availability of high-performance semiconductors needed for large models and data centers. The shortage is a practical bottleneck for scaling AI deployments. The situation highlights a tension between sustained heavy investment and uncertain long-term demand: AI projects are capital-intensive and dependent on chip supply, which could restrict rollouts even as firms continue to pour money into the sector. #AI #BichTech #semiconductors #FiatNews

By contrast, Meta's quarterly results were welcomed enthusiastically by investors, producing a positive reaction within the technology space as market participants reviewed its report. #META #tech #FiatNews