Introduction Futures trading attracts people for one reason above all others: the opportunity to make money. The futures markets offer liquidity, volatility, leverage, and 23 hours a day trading. But opportunity alone is not enough. Most traders fail because they approach the futures market without a trading plan. Profitable futures trading is not about finding Read More…
Introduction Euro FX Futures have been consolidating since the strong rally earlier this year, but momentum has clearly slowed over the past several weeks, mainly because of the strong Dollar. The euro initially benefited from this strength during the first quarter of 2026, helping 6E push higher into the 1.19 region. Since then, however, the Read More…
Currency futures weakened last week as the dollar soared after upbeat inflation figures. The hotter-than-expected price pressures led to an increase in Fed rate cut expectations. Meanwhile, talks between the US and Iran stalled, leaving market participants uncertain about the future. The dollar began an epic rally on Tuesday after the US released its CPI Read More…
Introduction The U.S. Dollar Index continues to trade within a range, but the market structure is starting to shift slightly after weeks of heavy selling pressure earlier this year. While equities and risk assets have continued pushing higher, the dollar has struggled to regain strong momentum. The recent bounce in DXY has helped stabilize price Read More…
Interest futures were heading for a bearish close on the week after upbeat US inflation figures raised the likelihood of Fed rate hikes. The Middle East war has sent oil prices higher, boosting wholesale and consumer prices. At the same time, the US economy is starting to show signs of a slowdown. Focus this week Read More…
Introduction The Nasdaq rally continues along with all other US equity markets. Since April, there have been only 8 red days, which are quickly bought back in the next session. What stands out most now is the pace of the move. The Nasdaq has added thousands of points in a relatively short period of time, Read More…
Oil has had a strong week so far, as forecasts point to a tighter market amid summer demand. However, an unexpected jump in US inflation has decreased expectations of a Fed rate cut, putting a lid on gains. Meanwhile, market participants are still watching developments in the Middle East war. The International Energy Agency released Read More…
Introduction The S&P 500 continues to push higher after reclaiming the previous all-time high near 7,100, and the strength of this rally is becoming difficult to ignore. The narrative of being careful because of the developments in the Middle East is starting to fade because the market is just moving up relentlessly. What started as Read More…
Gold prices fell on Tuesday after US data showed a larger-than-expected increase in consumer prices in April. As a result, expectations of a Fed rate cut decreased, while the likelihood of future rate hikes increased. Meanwhile, traders are keeping an eye on developments in the Middle East, where negotiations have stalled. Gold ended last week Read More…
Introduction Crude oil has moved back above the $100 level, but the market is still struggling to fully break away from the consolidation range that has developed over the past several weeks. Now though, it does look like the bulls are gaining an edge over the bears even during this consolidation phase. With that said Read More…
