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An overview of global market movements for January 2026
Thursday, 5 February, 2026

January started with a geopolitical bang, and the world’s risk premium rose - forcing markets to price a world in which alliances appear more transactional and institutions more exposed to politics. In this month’s Markets in a Nutshell, investment professional Linda Eedes recaps January 2026, from equity gains amid tensions to sharp commodity reversals. Volatility reminded us that crowded trades can unwind with little notice, underscoring the value of diversification, liquidity and fundamentals. The key lesson? Preparation matters more than prediction: deploy capital with discipline as opportunities broaden across regions and sectors.