Fundamental Analysis

Currency Futures Surge as Tariffs Backfire the US Dollar

Currency futures are strongly bid against the US dollar as the new week begins, largely due to heightened US political risk and new US-Greenland and trade-war headlines. Despite stronger US economic data, the situation is limiting the greenback’s recovery. Tariffs on the UK and Europe have lowered USD sentiment, supporting pound futures (6B). If the Read More…

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Fundamental Analysis

US Interest Futures Reprice Sharply as Upbeat Data Defers Aggressive Easing

US interest futures are pointing to a “later and milder” easing cycle because markets now expect the Fed to be patient rather than make a quick change. The front of the Fed funds strip (F26 and G26 contracts running from January to March 2026) trades close to the current rates. So, the policy will likely Read More…

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Technical Analysis

Dollar Index (DXY) Technical Analysis, 15 January 2026

Introduction The U.S. Dollar Index (DXY) continues to consolidate between the 96-97 support and the 101 level. Range-bound strategies would be taking centre stage in these market conditions, with longs being taken at the low of the range and shorts taken at the top. There are a few important elements we need to focus on, Read More…

crude Oil futures
Fundamental Analysis

Crude Oil Drops as Trump Eases Iran Tensions, Inventories Rise

Oil is being pulled between fading headline risk and still‑elevated geopolitical uncertainty. On Thursday, prices swung sharply lower, with Brent and WTI dropping more than 3%. This came after comments from President Trump suggesting killings in Iran’s protests were easing and that Washington was not on the verge of military action. That took some heat Read More…

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Technical Analysis

NASDAQ Futures (NQ) Technical Analysis, 14 January 2026

Introduction U.S. equity markets continue to show strength, and the Nasdaq 100 E-mini Futures (NQ) remain at the forefront. Price is now approaching all-time highs again, and bulls are regaining the upper hand after a period of consolidation since October. The main thing driving risk assets is when the Federal Reserve will start cutting interest Read More…

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Fundamental Analysis

Gold Futures Eying Fresh Highs, Awaiting US PPI, Retail Sales Data

Gold futures are trading near record territory as the macro backdrop increasingly supports higher prices. Spot gold briefly hit a new all-time high around $4,635 an ounce, while front-month futures pulled back slightly to settle near $4,599 after the initial spike. Even with that intraday reversal, the broader picture remains exceptionally strong; over the past Read More…

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Technical Analysis

Crude Oil Futures (CL) Technical Analysis 13 January 2026

Introduction Crude oil markets remain under pressure as the multi-year pullback continues, with CL trading near a well-defined long-term support zone mentioned in our previous analysis. Price has retraced sharply from the 2022 highs and is now trying to stabilize after months of lower highs and lower lows. While volatility has cooled compared to prior Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

US Equities End Higher After Shaking Off Fed Investigation Jitters

US equities ended a chaotic day higher, despite renewed uncertainty from the Federal Reserve over politics and policy. Major indices closed at record levels after early losses related to Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s investigation were reversed. The Dow Jones Industrial Average increased 0.17% to 49,590, up 86 points. Nasdaq Composite up 0.26% to 23,733, Read More…

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