Fundamental Analysis

Gold Prices Pick Momentum Amid Potential End of Fed’s QT

Gold prices increased on Thursday with a weaker US dollar following the FOMC’s announcement of a dovish interest rate hike, indicating its tightening campaign may end. Gold traders are elated again after the Federal Reserve confirmed Wednesday’s anticipated small 25 basis point interest rate hike. After retracing from year-to-date highs on Monday and Tuesday, the Read More…

Crude oil (CL) futures
Fundamental Analysis

Oil Surges to One-Week High on Dollar Weakness

On Wednesday, oil prices increased by around 2% to a one-week peak as the dollar fell to a six-week low. This followed the US Federal Reserve’s announcement of an expected modest rate hike and a suggestion that it was ready to pause further hikes. In response to recent market instability brought on by the collapse Read More…

Oil Barrells
Technical Analysis

Crude Oil Futures (CL) bearish target demolished

Recap In last week’s analysis, we watched the CL price close below the range we have been monitoring since December 2022. The bears were strong enough to continue pushing the price lower. The added selling pressure from bulls who needed to liquidate their longs helped the price plunge from $71 to $64. Any traders who took Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Equities Close Higher as Bank Liquidity Concerns Subside

US equities closed substantially higher on Tuesday as market players focused on the Federal Reserve. This came as widespread concerns regarding liquidity in the banking sector subsided. The Fed is anticipated to end its two-day policy meeting on Wednesday with a 25 basis-point increase to its policy rate.  Regional bank collapses this week, followed by Read More…

Euro (6E) futures
Market Overview Technical Analysis

Euro FX Futures (6E) bounce off point of control support level

Technical analysis The bulls are in control as the Dollar weakens. The Euro is strengthening, and it’s evident on the chart. Price has tested the zone within the gaussian channel and has bounced successfully out of it. This is a good sign for trend-following traders who wish to go long the Euro because the trend Read More…

The-Correlation-Between-The-Markets-And-The-Economy
Fundamental Analysis

Equities Climb as Credit Suisse Deal Reassures Investors

US equities increased on Monday as investors were reassured by a deal to save Credit Suisse and moves by central banks to boost trust in the financial system. Investors also considered the possibility that the Federal Reserve could hold off on raising interest rates this week. Late on Sunday, UBS and rival Credit Suisse agreed Read More…

Trading view front
Fundamental Analysis

Currency Futures Rise as Dollar Softens on Recession Worries

Currency futures rose, and the dollar dropped on Friday as markets became more nervous and worried about the possibility of a recession due to tighter monetary policy.  In recent days, US banks have requested a record $153 billion in emergency funds from the Federal Reserve, even though Credit Suisse’s $54 billion loan and First Republic’s Read More…