Nasdaq 100 index futures (NQ)
Technical Analysis

NASDAQ 100 Futures Technical Analysis: A Bearish Outlook

Given the RSI readings showing oversold conditions on the 4-hour chart but not yet confirmed on the daily chart, traders should be cautious and confirm with additional indicators or price action before entering trades. The NASDAQ 100 is volatile, and news or economic events can have immediate impacts, so keeping abreast of such factors is Read More…

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Fundamental Analysis

Equities Recover Amid US Earnings Optimism, Easing Middle East Tensions

Equities recovered ahead of major US earnings reports on Monday and as Middle East tensions eased. The rebound comes after six sessions of declines caused by a drop in Fed rate cut expectations and geopolitical tensions.  Nasdaq’s losing streak (Source: Bloomberg) Equities had a rough time last week, with the Nasdaq posting big declines as Read More…

Technical Analysis

Gold Futures (GC), Key Levels and Trade Opportunities as Middle East Tensions Ease

The price of gold has experienced a significant drop after failing to break through the resistance level of $2,400. This decrease in price is primarily attributed to a reduction in demand for safe-haven assets, as tensions in the Middle East, particularly between Iran and Israel, have not escalated further. US Treasury Yields on the Rise Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Currency Futures Under Pressure Amid Middle Eastern Chaos

Currency futures were mixed on Friday as markets digested the news that Israel had attacked Iran. Safe-haven currencies like the Swiss franc and the yen rose sharply before pulling back as the session ended. Although Iran confirmed the attack, the country eased market fears by saying it had no intention to strike back. Meanwhile, risk-sensitive Read More…

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Equity Futures Retreat, Essential ES Technical Trades

U.S. stock index futures fell on Friday morning amid heightened tensions in the Middle East and a disappointing revenue forecast from Netflix. An Israeli attack on Iranian soil escalated concerns over regional stability. The CBOE Volatility Index climbed to its highest level in over five months as well as markets digested the news. Dow e-minis, Read More…

Interest Futures
Fundamental Analysis

Interest Futures Plunge as Middle East Tensions Propel Treasury Yields

Interest futures fell on Thursday as Treasury yields soared due to the rising tensions in the Middle East. Furthermore, economic data from the US and policymaker remarks pointed to a delay in Fed rate cuts. Investors were on the edge while waiting for Middle East war developments. The uncertainty in the market rose after Iran Read More…

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Technical Analysis

Bitcoin Rocked by Geopolitical Tensions, Technicals Still Bullish

Bitcoin Falls Below $60,000 Following reports of an Israeli missile strike in Iran, global financial markets reacted strongly. Bitcoin fell by 5.5% in a matter of hours, dropping below $60,000. Ethereum, the second-largest cryptocurrency, also declined, falling below $3,000 to $2,895. As geopolitical risks increased, investors moved their funds into traditional safe-haven assets, such as Read More…

Crude Oil Futures
Fundamental Analysis

Oil Prices Drop 3% as Tensions Ease and US Supplies Surge

Oil prices fell by nearly 3% on Wednesday amid some calm in the Middle East and a significant increase in US crude inventories. Additionally, fading Fed rates cut expectations and signs of weak demand in China weighed heavily on prices. Traders have been on edge since Iran attacked Israel, with some fearing retaliation and an Read More…

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Technical Analysis

Crude Oil Futures (CL) Plunge: Technical Analysis Amid Geopolitical Tensions

Crude Oil has been retreating despite the heightened geopolitical tensions between Israel and Iran in the Middle East. The fundamentals remain supportive, with a pickup in economic activity, although expectations for rate cuts continue to dwindle. The technical analysis will help us determine the next move for CL futures. Daily Timeframe On the daily chart, Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Gold Prices Hold Firm as Middle East Concerns Offset Surge in Treasury Yields

Gold prices held steady on Tuesday as Middle East tensions overshadowed a surge in US Treasury yields. The growing tensions between Israel and Iran have increased safe-haven demand for the yellow metal. As a result, gold has rallied despite the recent drop in Fed rate cut expectations.  Gold prices (Source: Bloomberg) Notably, gold prices hit Read More…