dxy
Technical Analysis

U.S. Dollar Index (DXY) Technical Analysis, 20 February 2026

Introduction The U.S. Dollar Index (DXY) is attempting to stabilize after another rejection from the 101.90–102.00 resistance zone. Price recently swept below 96.00 before quickly reclaiming support in the 96.00–96.50 region — a level that has now held multiple times over the past several months. Momentum has turned slightly constructive in the short term, but Read More…

Interest Futures
Fundamental Analysis

US Interest Futures Signal Higher-for-Longer as Long-End Curve Steepens

US interest futures show the market has absorbed the Federal Reserve’s hawkish messages but remains highly sensitive to new data. The January FOMC minutes supported the idea that rates would stay high for a long time. Policymakers voted to keep rates at 3.5%-3.75% and openly warned against easing too soon. Some members want to ease Read More…

crude Oil futures
Fundamental Analysis

Crude Oil Surges Above $65 Amid Growing US-Iran Tension

Crude oil prices have settled down after a sharp rise due to geopolitical events. Brent is trading above $70, with WTI above $65. The recent uptick stems from the reports that the US could take military action against Iran in the near future and that Iranian and Russian naval forces were holding extended drills in Read More…

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Fundamental Analysis

Gold Futures Consolidate as Fed Uncertainty, Dollar Headwinds Cap Gains

After a sharp drop of 2-3% to the $4,850 area, gold futures have recovered losses in Wednesday’s Asian session. Buyers keep testing the $5,000 psychological level. The recent rise is likely a technical correction and a repositioning ahead of important US macroeconomic events, not the start of a new trend. Near-month futures have dropped sharply, Read More…

S&P 500
Technical Analysis

S&P 500 (ES) Technical Analysis, 17 February 2026

Introduction S&P 500 E-mini futures have pulled back from the 7,000 area after multiple tests of resistance. This was the formation of the ATH too, and now the price appears to be in a range between 6,800 and 7,000. There is some profit-taking happening which is why ES is no longer forming higher highs and Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Tech Weakness Drags US Equities Lower Ahead of Fed-Heavy Week, Global Shift

US equities fell slightly on Monday in a light trading day amid the US Presidents’ Day holiday. Investors were still wary of technology stocks and preparing for a week full of data that could test the strength of the long-running US equity bull run against the soaring overseas markets. The Nasdaq 100 futures fell about Read More…

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Support That Never Sleeps: Why Traders Choose OneUp Trader

Introduction A professional trader used to say, ‘Money never sleeps.’ The same goes for the support at OneUp Trader, which operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. When you’re trading and want to get funded, support matters. Problems don’t wait for business hours, and neither does the market. That’s where OneUp Trader stands Read More…

dow jones
Technical Analysis

Dow Jones Futures (YM) Technical Analysis, 16 February 2026

Introduction Dow Jones E-mini futures continue to grind higher, pressing back toward recent highs near 50,000. Unlike the more volatile NASDAQ, the Dow’s rally has been steadier, a trend followers dream. However, momentum is no longer expanding aggressively. The market is advancing but doing so in a more controlled, mature fashion. Each time the 50 Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Currency Futures Slip as Dollar Recovers on a Mute Day

Currency futures are under subdued pressure as US inflation data shows cooling, with CPI at 2.4% YoY and 0.2% MoM, bolstering bets on later Fed cuts. CME FedWatch expects two 25-bp cuts this year, mostly after June. Key takeaway: Cooling inflation and delayed Fed action keep USD strong in the short term but may weaken Read More…

NQ
Technical Analysis

NASDAQ (NQ) Technical Analysis, 13 February 2026

Introduction NASDAQ 100 E-mini futures are showing signs of exhaustion after forming a double top structure near the 26,000 area. Price has now rolled over from that resistance zone and is slipping back below the 50-day moving average. Momentum has weakened noticeably, and the trend is no longer higher highs and higher lows but a Read More…