Weekly Chart Analysis: The weekly chart exhibits a consolidation pattern with a clear ‘Point of Control’ at approximately 1.09220. This level represents the price with the highest volume traded over the analyzed period and acts as a significant area of balance between supply and demand. The presence of a ‘Low Volume Node’ below this range Read More…
Month: January 2024
Equities Retreat on ECB’s Rate Cut Warning
On Monday, European equities closed lower as government bond yields increased, following warnings from ECB officials against premature rate cuts. Meanwhile, the US equity market was closed due to a public holiday. Government bond yields rose across the region after ECB’s chief economist Philip Lane cautioned on Saturday that rapid rate cuts could lead to Read More…
Bullish price action in Dollar (DXY)
Weekly Chart We observe a clear support zone around the 102.00 level, which price is currently testing. If we see a strong bullish response at this zone, we could anticipate a rally towards the upper resistance near 114.90. However, a break below this support could lead us to look for further downside targets near the Read More…
Currency Futures Fall Despite Anticipated Early US Rate Cut
On Friday, currency futures fell despite a drop in US producer prices in December, increasing the likelihood of an early US rate cut. At the same time, the dollar fell after rising during the day due to safety buying following US and British military actions in Yemen. US producer prices (Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics) Read More…
Frightening evening star pattern on RTY futures
Weekly Chart Starting with the weekly chart, the E-Mini Russell 2000 Index Futures are oscillating within a defined trading range between approximately $1964.5 and $2000, with the ATH at $2463.7. The index is currently testing the upper boundary of this range. A convincing breakout above the range could signal a strong bullish sentiment, potentially targeting Read More…
Gold Hits One-Month Low on Surging Inflation
On Thursday, gold dropped to a one-month low as the dollar rose due to hotter-than-expected inflation data. Moreover, hawkish remarks from Fed officials raised concerns that higher interest rates might continue beyond March. The dollar index rose after US consumer prices rose more than anticipated in December because it potentially delays an anticipated US rate Read More…
Moving Average Indicator: All You Need To Know
Introduction Traders are always looking for that edge to beat the market – some hidden gem that can help them make easy and predictable profits. Well, you’re in luck because the moving average indicator might just be that secret weapon you’ve been searching for. These powerful yet often overlooked indicators can help you determine market Read More…
US Crude Oil Prices Plummet as Stockpiles Soar
On Wednesday, US crude oil prices fell sharply due to an unexpected increase in US crude stockpiles. The report raised concerns about demand in the largest oil market. WTI futures vs crude stockpiles (Source: Bloomberg, EIA) Despite an initial 1% gain, prices reversed direction following the US Energy Information Administration’s report. There was a surprise Read More…
CL Futures at POC – What’s Next for Oil?
Weekly Chart The weekly chart reveals a battle at a critical level for crude oil futures. A well-defined support zone at $71.50-$72.00 comes into focus, clearly marked by previous consolidation and the volume profile ‘point of control.’ This level represents a pivotal battleground between bulls and bears because it tells us that this is the Read More…
Equities Take a Hit with Treasury Yields on the Rise
On Tuesday, equities ended lower as there was a slight increase in Treasury yields. Moreover, investors were speculating on the timing and magnitude of Fed rate cuts in 2024 and anticipating inflation data later in the week. The likelihood of a rate cut in March has decreased from 79% to 65.7%, according to CME’s FedWatch Read More…