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EUR/USD stays defensive below 1.1600 in the second half of the day on Wednesday as the trading action the FX space remains subdues. Markets await the US House vote on the stopgap funding bill that will end the government shutdown. Meanwhile, investors will pay close attention to comments from Fed policymakers.

GBP/USD stays on the back foot and falls toward 1.3100 on Wednesday. The US Dollar stages a rebound in anticipation of the US government reopening but the risk-positive market atmosphere limits the currency's gains. Fedspeak and the US House vote on the funding bill are awaited. 

Gold enters a consolidation phase and fluctuates above $4,100 following the bullish action seen earlier in the week. The improving market mood makes it difficult for XAU/USD to push higher as market focus shifts to House vote on funding bill and Fed commentary.

Chainlink price steadies around $15.35 on Wednesday after finding strong support near the lower trendline last week, signaling renewed buying interest. The launch of Chainlink Rewards Season 1 could boost network engagement and token participation, potentially driving higher demand. 

As we move through the European trading session on Wednesday, there is residual optimism in the market that continues to boost risk sentiment. European indices are having another strong day, although the FTSE 100 is bucking this trend and is posting a small loss.

Chainlink (LINK) price steadies around $15.35 on Wednesday after finding strong support near the lower trendline last week, signaling renewed buying interest. The launch of Chainlink Rewards Season 1 could boost network engagement and token participation.