Oil prices closed lower on Wednesday after hawkish Fed remarks reduced rate hike bets. At the same time, there was an increase in US crude inventories last week that put downward pressure on prices. On Wednesday, Fed Bank of New York President John Williams stated that the fight against inflation was unsuccessful. Therefore, he was Read More…
Month: February 2024
Gold Rises as Dollar Takes a Dip on Poor Economic Data
Gold prices increased slightly on Tuesday as the dollar weakened, making gold more attractive to foreign buyers. At the same time, investors were awaiting more inflation data from the US and speeches from Fed policymakers. These will give guidance on the outlook for rate cuts in the US. The dollar weakened after poor data from Read More…
Technical Analysis for NASDAQ 100 E-mini Futures
Weekly Chart Key Levels to Watch on the Weekly: Daily Chart Key Levels to Watch on the Daily: Potential Trades: It’s essential to monitor these levels and adjust strategies accordingly. The rising wedge and RSI divergence should be watched closely for signs of a potential reversal. Remember to manage risks effectively, as markets can always Read More…
Dollar falling again? Technical outlook
Weekly Chart The U.S. Dollar shows a symmetrical triangle pattern, which is typically indicative of a continuation or a reversal pattern depending on the breakout direction. Price is sitting at the top end of the triangle and is also in a multi-year support/resistance zone. Key Levels to Watch on the Weekly: Daily Chart On the Read More…
Equities Dip as Investors Await Key US Economic Data
Equities closed slightly lower on Monday as markets awaited more economic data from the US for insights on the Fed’s policy outlook. At the same time, there was a bit of caution, as US government agencies could be shut down by Friday. Recently, Nvidia gave a strong forecast that led to a rally in equity Read More…
Currency Futures Rise as Dollar Rally Takes a Breather
Currency futures strengthened on Friday as the dollar paused its recent rally, ending the week lower. The dollar has been climbing for two months as markets scale back expectations of Fed rate cuts. Initially, investors had expected the first rate cut to occur in March this year. However, US economic data has consistently come in Read More…
Light Crude Oil Futures: Technical Outlook
Weekly Chart AnalysisThe Light Crude Oil Futures on the weekly chart have a clear consolidation pattern within a defined support zone. Volume Profile Visible Range (VPVR) indicates substantial trading activity at these levels. The Relative Vigor Index (RVI) is setting a steady momentum, with the RVI line slightly above its moving average, indicating a slight Read More…
Andrews Pitchfork Trading Strategies
Andrews Pitchfork Andrews Pitchfork is a technical analysis indicator developed by Dr. Alan Andrews in the 1960s. It has become a widely used tool among traders and technical analysts. The indicator consists of three parallel trendlines drawn on a price chart. The middle trendline connects two extreme points, usually a peak and a trough. The Read More…
Interest Futures Decline as Upbeat Data Dims Rate Cut Bets
Interest futures fell on Thursday as more positive US economic data pushed back expectations for Fed rate cuts. However, investors became risk averse as geopolitical tensions escalated, putting a floor on further declines. US jobless claims (Source: Labor Department) Data released on Thursday revealed an unexpected decline in US initial jobless claims last week, showing Read More…
Gold Prices Edge Higher Amidst Rising Middle East Tensions
Gold prices rose on Wednesday as Middle East tensions had investors looking for safety in the safe haven of yellow metal. Moreover, a decline in the dollar made gold cheaper for foreign buyers, increasing its demand. Notably, the Israel-Hamas war has escalated since last week with more strikes on vessels in the Red Sea. Additionally, Read More…