Markets Today: Nikkei clears 59000, Gold holds high ground, FTSE 100 prints fresh highs. US jobless claims up next

Market Pulse
2026.02.26 09:55
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Nikkei 225 surged past 59,000 to a record high, driven by AI optimism and banking sector gains.European shares showed caution near record highs; the Japanese yen recovered, and the US dollar was flat.Gold and oil prices edged higher, boosted by safe-haven demand and the anticipation of US-Iran talks.Geopolitical risk and US jobless claims data now in focus.Most Read: Gold (XAU/USD) bulls eye acceptance above $5200/oz, can NVIDIA earnings impact haven demand?