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The United States: Existing home sales remain depressed but were slightly above forecasts last month.

The United Kingdom: A policy error?

China: China’s currency and stocks are down as the market reopens after the holidays.


Commodities: The rise in renewable electricity generation could substantially boost demand for copper. (2 charts)


Equities: Last week’s market pullback was consistent with historical patterns.

Food for Thought: Declining demand for pizza delivery:

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