Friday's Final Takeaways: Bitcoin, Metal Volatility & Software Softness

Schwab Network | February 13, 2026 at 10:31 PM UTC
Neutral 90% Confidence
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Key Points

  • Bitcoin posted its fourth consecutive weekly loss, with over half a trillion dollars wiped out across crypto markets this month.
  • Precious metals (gold and silver) experienced sharp slides before rebounding to post weekly gains, reacting to inflation data and rate cut hopes.
  • Software stocks, including Akamai, Datadog, Oracle, and Crowdstrike, showed recovery after earlier weakness, with analysts debating if the tech sell-off is over.
  • Next week's focus includes earnings from Walmart (WMT) and Palo Alto Networks (PANW), FOMC minutes, and a shortened trading week due to a holiday.

AI Summary

The video summarizes a volatile week for Bitcoin and precious metals, noting Bitcoin's continued decline and gold/silver's rebound. It also highlights a recovery in software stocks and previews next week's key events, including earnings from Walmart and Palo Alto Networks, along with FOMC minutes.

Model Analysis Breakdown

Model Sentiment Confidence
Gemini 2.5 Flash Neutral 90%
Consensus Neutral 90%