#MarketRebound The market rebound is likely linked to the recent US Non-Farm Payrolls (NFP) report, which showed a strong job market with 130,000 new jobs added in January 2026, beating expectations of 70,000. This has led to a shift in expectations for the Federal Reserve's next move, with traders now anticipating a slower pace of rate cuts.
*Key Market Impacts:*
- *US Dollar:* Strengthened against major currencies - *Treasury Yields:* Rose, reflecting expectations of delayed rate cuts - *Equities:* Mixed reactions, with some sectors rallying - *Gold:* Pressured, but still seeking support
The rebound suggests investors are adjusting to a "higher for longer" interest rate scenario.
#CPIWatch Pakistan's inflation rate rose to 5.8% in January 2026, up from 5.6% in December 2025, according to the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS). This increase is attributed to rising food and energy costs. Urban and rural inflation rates converged at 5.8%, with rural areas experiencing a slightly higher monthly increase.
*Key Highlights:*
- *Food Inflation:* 2.13% increase - *Housing Inflation:* 1.53% increase - *Urban Inflation:* 5.8% (stable from previous month) - *Rural Inflation:* 5.8% (up from 5.4% in December 2025)
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has maintained its policy rate at 10.5%, balancing economic growth with inflation management. $BTC