Economic and event calendar in Asia Thursday, January 8, 2026. Chinese Dec trade data (?)

On January 8, 2026, the key highlight on Asia's economic calendar is the December trade data from China. However, there is speculation that this data may not be released today, as it's usually published in the middle of the month. The data's release is set for 0300 GMT, or 2200 US Eastern Time, but delays are common, requiring flexibility for those tracking it. The trade figures often come out gradually, sometimes taking an hour to provide a complete view. Recently, the People's Bank of China has hinted at potential rate cuts and Reserve Requirement Ratio adjustments, which has noticeably influenced the market. The Chinese yuan has retreated from a 32-month high after the PBoC set a weaker daily fixing for the first time in four sessions. Today's developments could see the yuan falling further, but caution is advised before forming a solid bearish outlook. Additionally, there is rising interest in China's gold reserves, which have been increasing for 14 consecutive months.