Interest futures eased on Friday as the dollar, and Treasury yields climbed after Trump emphasized his tariff plans. Meanwhile, market participants remained cautious ahead of a crucial US inflation report that will shape the outlook for monetary policy. The bond market paused its recent rally as investors feared a longer period of elevated interest rates Read More…
Month: January 2025
Dow Jones futures flirts with all-time high
Introduction The E-mini Dow Jones Futures (YM) are once again testing all-time highs (ATH), after staging an impressive bounce off a long-term trendline support. The index has been in a steady uptrend just like all US indices. While buyers have driven price action toward record levels, the key question now is whether Dow futures can Read More…
Inside the Mind of a Funded Trader: Harrison’s Approach to Trading Psychology
Introduction When it comes to successful funded trading, psychology plays an incredibly important role. Today, we will share the story of Harrison, a futures trader from Texas who recognizes the importance of having the correct mindset. Harrison completed the evaluation in just 20 days, so let’s see how he did it and his approach to Read More…
Oil Remains Steady After FOMC, Trade Tensions Loom
Oil prices paused after collapsing in the previous session as market participants worried about looming tariffs on Canada and Mexico. Notably, these two countries supply most of their oil to the US. Moreover, a surge in US crude inventories last week indicated weak demand, dampening sentiment. Oil prices peaked on 15th January and have maintained Read More…
Gold futures gap up in early Thursday trade
Introduction Gold futures (GC) have surged to $2,799, marking a strong gap up and a direct test of the all-time high (ATH). This breakout attempt follows the completion of a bullish symmetrical triangle pattern. The market remains highly reactive to macroeconomic conditions, with gold benefiting from inflation concerns, central bank policies, and renewed safe-haven demand. Read More…
Gold Stabilizes Post-Rally as Fed Decision Looms
Gold prices remained steady after Tuesday’s rally as market participants anticipated the US Federal Reserve policy decision. The rebound in the previous session came as investors absorbed Trump’s recent comments on tariffs. The US Central Bank will conclude its meeting later on Wednesday. According to economists, policymakers will likely vote to keep rates at current Read More…
Euro continues to dip
Introduction The Euro FX futures (6E) continue to struggle against a strengthening U.S. dollar, with price currently trading at 1.04395. The primary driver of the euro’s weakness is persistent dollar strength, fueled by hawkish Federal Reserve policy expectations and renewed investor confidence in the U.S. economy. The euro attempted a rebound from recent 2025 lows Read More…
Equities Fall as Risk Appetite Drops on Low-Cost Chinese AI Model
Equities collapsed on Monday, reversing last week’s rally as risk appetite dropped after reports of a new low-cost Chinese AI model. Moreover, Trump announced tariffs on specific goods, increasing the risk of trade wars. Investors eagerly await the FOMC policy meeting for clues on future moves. Last week, Trump failed to give any clear guidance Read More…
Currency Futures Surge as Weak US Data Weighs on Dollar
Currency futures rallied on Friday as the dollar eased due to downbeat US business activity data. At the same time, data from other countries like the Eurozone and the UK revealed a rebound in economic activity. However, by Monday, the greenback rebounded as traders geared up for the Fed policy meeting. Currency futures strengthened last Read More…
S&P 500 E-mini futures in turmoil this Monday
Introduction In our previous analysis on January 16, 2025, we identified the potential for ES to continue its rally within the bullish channel with the all-time high (ATH) at 6,154.75 as the next target. Price recently tested this level but failed to break through, forming a double top pattern on the daily chart. Today has Read More…