Special Crisis Episode – The Swiss Franc Gives Up


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Hi, it’s Thursday on The Traders Podcast, and this is a special crisis episode, where your host Rob Booker reports on a drastic move (depicted at right) where the Swiss franc gives up. Also: Bitcoin is collapsing, and we don’t know why yet… But Rob speculates. And Jason makes a quick prediction about the Academy Awards Best Picture nominees.

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And while you still can, don’t forget to check out Rob’s early bird signup for the newest version of his trading course (releasing this upcoming Friday, January 16) — Trifecta 4.

Player Rob Booker


Editors’ Picks

EUR/USD remains offered and below 1.1300

EUR/USD remains offered and below 1.1300

EUR/USD is feeling the squeeze, revisiting the area around 1.1280 as the US Dollar gains extra momentum on Tuesday. Mixed domestic data from Industrial Production and Economic Sentiment haven't done the Euro any favours either.

EUR/USD News
GBP/USD keeps the bullish stance in the low-1.3200s

GBP/USD keeps the bullish stance in the low-1.3200s

After hitting fresh six-month peaks near 1.3250, GBP/USD is now under a tepid selling pressure due to a strong comeback in the Greenback, causing it to retreat toward the 1.3200 support area. Next on the UK docket are inflation figures, expected to be released on Wednesday.

GBP/USD News
Japanese Yen sticks to modest intraday losses against USD; bullish potential seems intact

Japanese Yen sticks to modest intraday losses against USD; bullish potential seems intact

The Japanese Yen is undermined by receding safe-haven demand amid a positive risk tone. Concerns about Trump’s tariffs and hopes for a US-Japan trade deal could limit JPY losses. The divergent BoJ-Fed policy expectations further contribute to capping the USD/JPY pair.

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Editors’ Picks

EUR/USD remains offered and below 1.1300

EUR/USD remains offered and below 1.1300

EUR/USD is feeling the squeeze, revisiting the area around 1.1280 as the US Dollar gains extra momentum on Tuesday. Mixed domestic data from Industrial Production and Economic Sentiment haven't done the Euro any favours either.

EUR/USD News
GBP/USD keeps the bullish stance in the low-1.3200s

GBP/USD keeps the bullish stance in the low-1.3200s

After hitting fresh six-month peaks near 1.3250, GBP/USD is now under a tepid selling pressure due to a strong comeback in the Greenback, causing it to retreat toward the 1.3200 support area. Next on the UK docket are inflation figures, expected to be released on Wednesday.

GBP/USD News
Gold embarks on a consolidative move around $3,200

Gold embarks on a consolidative move around $3,200

Gold is holding its own on Tuesday, trading just above $3,200 per troy ounce as it bounces back from earlier losses. While a more upbeat risk sentiment is bolstering the rebound, lingering concerns over a deepening global trade rift have prevented XAU/USD from rallying too aggressively.

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XRP, Dogecoin and Mantra traders punished for bullish bets, will altcoins recover? 

XRP, Dogecoin and Mantra traders punished for bullish bets, will altcoins recover? 

Altcoins are recovering on Tuesday as the dust settles on US President Donald Trump’s tariff announcements last week. The President has repeatedly changed his mind on several tariff-related concerns, ushering volatility in Bitcoin and altcoin prices. 

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Is a recession looming?

Is a recession looming?

Wall Street skyrockets after Trump announces tariff delay. But gains remain limited as Trade War with China continues. Recession odds have eased, but investors remain fearful. The worst may not be over, deeper market wounds still possible.

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