February 10, 2026
United States:
US Retail Sales Unexpectedly Stalled to Close Holiday Season
US retail sales unexpectedly stalled in December, suggesting more tempered consumer spending as the year drew to a close.
The value of retail purchases, unadjusted for inflation, was little changed after a 0.6% gain in November, Commerce Department data showed Tuesday. Excluding auto dealers and gasoline stations, sales were also flat.
Europe:
European Parliament Backs Online and Offline Digital Euro
The European Parliament supported issuing an online and offline digital euro – breaking with a proposal by the leading lawmaker on the topic to only create the latter.
Legislators on Tuesday approved an amendment arguing for both versions of the digital money — as championed by the European Central Bank.
Asia:
Japan’s Long Bonds Rally as Takaichi Win Eases Fiscal Concerns
Japan’s government bonds gained after Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s historic election triumph fueled confidence among investors that increased fiscal spending can be digested by the market.
Yields declined across the curve, with the biggest drop seen in that of the volatile 40-year tenor, which fell 9 basis points to 3.725%.
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