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Venezuela: Why Markets Rallied on the News

Burry, Gold, and the New Plan for Venezuelan Oil January 6, 2026
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Changes in the Market are on display Markets rally as investors look past the conflict to a potential revival of Venezuelan oil.

Good Morning,

Markets are pushing higher as investors “look through” the U.S. strike on Venezuela to focus on a potential energy windfall. We break down why the capture of Maduro sent both stocks and gold climbing, what Michael Burry thinks this means for Russian influence, and how U.S. oil majors are preparing to step in. If you’re holding energy stocks or hedging with precious metals, this is the one to read.

AT&T’s planned headquarters move to Plano reflects a broader corporate shift toward suburban hubs, STAAR Surgical’s acquisition by Alcon faces delays amid valuation scrutiny, and NYC’s new mayor signals a controversial policing pivot that could reshape law enforcement priorities.

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📈 Yesterday's Market Recap

Markets closed with a optimistic tone yesterday as Bitcoin led a crypto rally, pushing past $94,000 on strong institutional buying. Oil stocks like Chevron and Halliburton also gained traction amid geopolitical shifts, while tech held steady ahead of CES 2026.


  • Bitcoin Breaks $94K: Institutional accumulation drove a 3.2% surge, with Ethereum and XRP also rallying. → Benzinga

  • Oil Stocks Surge: Chevron up 5% and Halliburton up 11% on Venezuela developments. → CNBC

  • Coinbase Gains 7%: Goldman Sachs upgrade reflects confidence in crypto's scale and brand. → StockTwits

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🔭 What to Watch Today

Today’s calendar isn’t packed with blockbuster data, but pivotal events and geopolitical updates could sway markets. Keep your eyes on these developments as they unfold.

  • Richmond Fed President Speech (Time TBD): Tom Barkin’s remarks could offer clues on the Fed’s rate stance for January, especially with inflation still above target and jobs data looming later this week. → Benzinga
  • December S&P Services PMI (9:45 AM ET): The final read on U.S. services activity for December may signal whether economic momentum is holding—expect volatility if it deviates from forecasts. → ABC News
  • CES 2026 AI Announcements (All Day): More reveals from Nvidia, AMD, and others at CES could lift tech sentiment or expose over-hype—watch for real-world application updates. → Stocktwits

    • 💡 Opportunity Watch

    Amidst geopolitical upheaval and tech’s relentless march, a few sectors and stocks stand out as potential plays. Here’s where the smart money might look today.

    • CoreWeave (CRWV): Shares rose 1.87% premarket after announcing integration of Nvidia’s Rubin AI platform—early adopters in AI cloud services could see outsized growth as demand surges. → Benzinga
    • Energy Sector (Chevron, Exxon Mobil): With Venezuela’s oil reserves in play, energy giants could benefit long-term despite political risks—watch for policy clarity from the Trump administration. → MarketWatch
    • Aeva Technologies (AEVA): Up 24.2% premarket after its LiDAR tech was tapped for Nvidia’s DRIVE Hyperion platform—autonomous driving innovation remains a hot growth area. → Stocktwits

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    🔥 The Big Bullet

    Markets Rally as U.S. Moves to Control Venezuelan Oil

    What happened: President Trump has taken decisive military action in Venezuela, resulting in the capture of dictator Nicolas Maduro. Financial markets reacted quickly to the news, as both stocks and gold prices rose. Investors appear to be looking past the immediate conflict and focusing on the potential economic benefits. At the same time, famous investor Michael Burry stated that this move will weaken Russia’s global standing. He believes that by securing Venezuelan energy, Russian oil becomes much less important to the world.

    Why it matters: This event could reshape the global energy map. The President has indicated that American companies will play a major role in running the country's oil sector, which lit a fire under Chevron and its rivals. If the U.S. successfully revives Venezuela's oil production, it may lower costs and reduce reliance on other nations. Some savvy investors saw this coming; for instance, funds have held positions in refiners like Valero Energy for years in anticipation of such a shift. The goal is to cut off funding for foreign wars while boosting American energy interests.

    What’s next: The focus now turns to how the U.S. will manage this transition. Reports state that the Energy Secretary plans to consult with oil industry leaders to create a plan for the sector. However, the path forward may be bumpy. Political groups have already organized protests against the capture of Maduro, which could lead to unrest. Investors should watch for signs of stability or further conflict in the region. The success of this operation depends on whether the U.S. can establish a legitimate order quickly.

    Reader Feedback

    Yesterday, I asked you: What do you think this move will do to markets next?

    The majority of you at 21% said "Cause short-term noise but no real change"

    Eric from Tennessee replied: ”I think it will make things a little shaky for a short time, but nothing will really change."

    Here's what I'm asking you today:

    What is your honest take on the U.S. taking control in Venezuela?

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    As always if your opinion is not here, or you want to throw your two cents at me, reply to the E-mail, and let me know your exact thoughts.


    🧭 Policy & Market Ripples

    • AT&T Headquarters Move: Shifting from Dallas to Plano, Texas by 2028, joining a suburban corporate trend. → Fox Business
    • STAAR Surgical Vote Delay: Alcon acquisition vote may be postponed as offer reevaluation continues. → Seeking Alpha
    • NYC Policing Shift: Mayor Mamdani’s moves suggest deprioritizing crime-fighting, sidelining NYPD leadership. → Daily Signal



    📜 This Day in History – January 6

    January 6 has a bureaucrat’s backbone and an engineer’s instinct. Moments when systems were standardized, markets widened, and culture made itself easier to reproduce.

    19th-century legislative chamber interior with desks and galleries

    1937 – The U.S. Congress convened for the first time on January 6 under the Twentieth Amendment, tightening the lag between elections and governance — a small calendar tweak with real institutional efficiency gains.

    2009 – China established COMAC, signaling intent to build a domestic commercial aviation industry and challenge long-standing global duopolies.

    1838 – Samuel Morse first publicly demonstrated the telegraph, shrinking information latency and laying groundwork for real-time markets.

    1883 – The Metropolitan Opera House opened in New York City, scaling elite performance into a durable cultural institution with global reach.

    Last year, 28% of you chose the right answer to the trivia question: To correct market failures and protect consumers or the economy


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    Fredrick Frost
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