[MARKET UPDATE] Muted reopen of futures trading with US index futures taking a breather after Monday's rebound, while ASX 200 (+0.7%) is buoyed on return from the extended weekend

Today’s futures trading is quiet, with US index futures pausing after a rebound on Monday, indicating some profit-taking or a lack of compelling catalysts for further movement.

Newsquawk StaffPublished 26 Jan 2026, 23:22 UTCOn the live feed at 23:02 UTC — 2 more headlines followed before this page went public

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Meta (META) is to test premium subscriptions on Instagram, Facebook and WhatsApp, according to TechCrunch

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AUB Group (AUB AT) is to acquire 95.9% stake in PIHL for AUD 432mln and will conduct a AUD 400mln equity raising

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[MARKET UPDATE] Muted reopen of futures trading with US index futures taking a breather after Monday's rebound, while ASX 200 (+0.7%) is buoyed on return from the extended weekend

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South Korean Industry Ministry says Minister is to visit the US soon and meet with Commerce Secretary Lutnick

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PRE-MARKET AUSTRALIAN STOCKS NEWS: Alta Copper shareholders and option holders approve the proposed acquisition by Fortescue (FMG AT)

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Meanwhile, the ASX 200 is showing strength, up 0.7%, likely reflecting positive sentiment following the extended weekend, but broader participation in the US markets remains subdued.

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