Macro Calendar: Feb 5, 2026 9:11 PM EST

Highlights:

• Former Congressman Tom Malinowski is projected to win the Democratic primary for a vacant House seat in New Jersey's suburban district. Source

• US and Iran are scheduled to hold talks Friday in Oman, though Bloomberg analysts express skepticism about potential outcomes given unclear negotiation objectives. Source

• Japan is heading into a snap election that could reshape politics and potentially rattle markets during a period of economic strain and regional uncertainty. Source

• President Trump launched TrumpRx website offering discounted medicines to Americans, aiming to address cost-of-living concerns ahead of November congressional elections. Source

• UK is hosting "Dragons' Den"-style events to attract private capital for defense startups amid concerns about government funding pledge implementation. Source

• Venezuela's National Assembly unanimously gave preliminary approval to a landmark amnesty bill for political offenses following broader political opening. Source