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Saqib Iqbal
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Saqib Iqbal is a financial market analyst, serving the industry since 2011. The author is a mentor, providing training to individuals and organizations. Moreover, Saqib is a successful proprietary funds trader, managing a six-figure sum with an average annual ROI of 45%.


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Interest Futures
Fundamental Analysis

Interest Futures Ease with Mild Monthly Gain

Interest futures eased on Friday but were heading for a slight monthly gain after wild fluctuations. Prices have swung in August due to a big shift in the Fed rate cut outlook. At the same time, the conflict between Trump and Powell has impacted interest futures.  This week, Fed rate cut expectations remained elevated as Read More…

crude oil technical analysis
Fundamental Analysis

Oil Prices Slip as US Driving Season Winds Down

Oil prices fell on Thursday as market participants anticipated a looming drop in demand with the end of the US driving season. However, optimism supported prices in the previous session after data revealed a significant draw in US crude oil inventories. Brent monthly performance (Source: ICE, Bloomberg) Oil was heading for a monthly drop on Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Equities Hold Steady Ahead of Nvidia Earnings

Equities were almost flat on Wednesday as investors eagerly awaited Nvidia’s earnings report. Meanwhile, the stocks ended the previous session down amid worries about the independence of the US central bank. Nvidia is set to report its earnings later in the day. The stock rose in anticipation as analysts predicted another upbeat report.  S&P 500 Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Gold Futures Stable As Trump Removes Fed Governor

Gold futures began the new week with traders walking a tightrope between political risks, the US inflation sprinkles, and the most expected monetary policy easing. Following a phase of neutral direction, the market is gearing up for new volatility with investors reevaluating Federal Reserve dynamics and global demands on safe-haven instruments. A key determinant of Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Currency Futures Brace for Data Test After Powell’s Dovish Turn

Currency futures ended the last week in a volatile fashion as traders reacted to Fed Chair Powell’s dovish remarks at the Jackson Hole Symposium. Powell emphasized that though the inflation risk remains, the Fed’s preference is to stabilize the labor market. It signaled a rate cut as early as September. His balanced but cautious tone Read More…

Interest Futures
Fundamental Analysis

US Interest Futures Steady as Markets Await Powell’s Jackson Hole Signal

The US interest futures are trending with caution this week as investors attempt to reconcile slowing labor market statistics with the ongoing high inflation. Meanwhile, market participants await important cues from Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell at the Jackson Hole Symposium. Products sensitive to the federal funds rate are still implying a high possibility of Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Oil Prices Edge Higher as US Inventory Draw Counters OPEC+ Supply Concerns

Crude oil prices gained momentum on Thursday, weighed down by steep losses in the previous trading sessions but supported by a steeper-than-expected decline in US crude inventories, indicating strong demand in the world’s largest oil consumer. Brent crude futures added 85 cents, or 1.28%, to 67.00 a barrel, and West Texas Intermediate (WTI) added 33 Read More…

gold technical analysis
Fundamental Analysis

Gold Bounces but Holds Near Three-Week Lows

Gold recovered on Wednesday but remained near three-week lows hit on Tuesday. The rebound came as market participants awaited Fed minutes and the Jackson Hole symposium. However, the recent decline came amid a drop in expectations for Fed rate cuts. At the same time, a strong dollar has made gold expensive for foreign buyers.  Gold Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Equities Remain Muted Before Major Catalysts

Equities barely moved on Monday as most market participants remained on the sidelines ahead of crucial events this week. Traders are looking forward to the Jackson Hole symposium to see the economic and policy outlooks. At the same time, major retailers are set to release their earnings reports.  Monday was a slow day for US Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Currency Futures Slip on Dollar Strength, Trump–Zelensky Talks in Focus

Currency futures eased on Monday as the dollar gained ahead of a meeting between Trump and Ukraine’s Zelensky. The high-stake meeting has increased demand for the safe-haven dollar and hurt risk appetite. Meanwhile, market participants are looking forward to key events this week, including the Jackson Hole symposium.  Last week, the dollar collapsed while currency Read More…