Japan Exports (YoY) registered at 16.8% above expectations (12%) in January

Feb 18, 2026

Japan Merchandise Trade Balance Total registered at ¥-1B above expectations (¥-2142.1B) in January

Gold declines to near $4,850 as low liquidity, easing tensions weigh on demand

Gold price (XAU/USD) attracts some sellers to around $4,860 during the early Asian trading hours on Wednesday. The precious metal falls amid thin holiday trading, with much of Asia closed for the Lunar New Year.