Technical Analysis

Gold Futures (GC) Soar Spectacularly Into 2023

Analyzing the rising wedge, RSI, Fibonacci retracements, and candlesticks on the daily. Looking at why it’s likely we see Gold retrace from here ($1,880). How bulls can initiate longs if they are patient. Quick Recap Gold was trading at around $1,845 on January 5th from the last GC analysis. I stated the likelihood of a minor Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Equities Pull Back on Hawkish Remarks from Fed Policymakers

Investors remain cautious ahead of important inflation data. Tokyo’s core consumer prices increased faster than anticipated (by 4.0%) in December. Investors are anticipating remarks from Fed Chair Jerome Powell. Equities futures prices declined on Tuesday following hawkish remarks by two US Federal Reserve officials. Investors were also wary ahead of important inflation data. “Equity market Read More…

currency futures trading
Fundamental Analysis

Currency Futures Soar Amid Expectations of a Pause in Interest Hikes

Data from the United States revealed an increase in the labor force and a slowing of wage growth. The probability of a half-point rise in the fed funds rate has gone down to around 25%. China’s reopening also helped improve risk sentiment. Currency futures rose on Monday due to growing expectations that the Federal Reserve Read More…

Market Overview Technical Analysis

Opportunities Abound as Dollar Flies & Euro Futures (6E) Slump

Analyzing the multi-year level back from 2016. Fibonacci retracements, RSI, and a rolling top show further downside for 6E. A look at Bullish and Bearish Scenarios. Zooming Out The multi-year support & resistance level for 6E is $1.0543. This level has been tested multiple times since 2016. The market price is sitting on this level Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Gold Heading for a Third Week of Gains, Eying US NFP Report

Higher-than-expected employment gains may put pressure on Gold. James Bullard suggested that 2023 might eventually usher in some inflation relief. The number of Americans submitting new claims for unemployment benefits decreased to a three-month low last week. Gold prices pulled back slightly on Friday but were on course for a third consecutive weekly rise. Investors Read More…

Crude oil (CL) futures
Fundamental Analysis

Oil Prices Rebound Amid Dollar Weakness

Oil prices fell yesterday on concerns over a probable global recession. US manufacturing continued to decline in December, affecting oil prices. In anticipation of weak local demand, the Chinese government boosted export quotas for refined oil products. After two days of severe losses in oil prices, investors came out to buy dips on Thursday amid Read More…

gold futures
Market Overview Strategies Technical Analysis

Golden Opportunities: Gold (GC) Futures Soar 2.6%

Gold is now only 12% away from 2022 highs. Critical technical indicators that help us understand recent price action. Analyzing an Orderblock and Moving Average Band for Improved Entries. Gold Up 2.6% So Far in 2023 It’s been a positive start for Gold, with the yellow metal up 2.6% in the first week of trading Read More…

FOMC
Fundamental Analysis

Equities Edge Higher Ahead of the FOMC Minutes

The FOMC minutes will determine the future course of interest rates. Markets are already pricing in rate reductions by the end of 2023. The Fed will start easing its monetary tightening path when the jobs market weakens. Major Equity futures prices crawled higher on Wednesday while the dollar fell. Investors are eagerly awaiting the Federal Read More…