Bitcoin dropped below levels that historically marked cycle bottoms versus gold and preceded major rallies in dollar terms. For years, Bitcoin (BTC) traders have watched its price relative to gold (XAU) for clues on when BTC bottoms in US dollar terms. But in 2026, that BTC-to-gold signal is starting to look less dependable. Key takeaways: Bitcoin hits undervaluation versus gold and has slipped below its Power Law trend. Read more
Romania's general consolidated budget posted a cash deficit of 7.65% of gross domestic product in 2025, respectively RON146.03 billion (EUR28.65 billion), which is one percentage point below the 8.67% gap recorded in 2024, the country's finance ministry announced in a statement on Tuesday (January 27).