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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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Fundamental Analysis

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…

Fundamental Analysis

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…

Fundamental Analysis

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…

Fundamental Analysis

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…

Interest Futures
Fundamental Analysis

Interest Futures Dip as Investors Pivot to Riskier Assets

Interest futures pulled back from recent peaks as risk appetite improved, sending investors to riskier assets like equities. Nevertheless, bullish sentiment remained strong. Risk sentiment shifted after Trump assumed a softer tone regarding Chinese tariffs and called on the US Federal Reserve to lower borrowing costs. US Treasury Index (Source: Bloomberg) On Thursday, the risk Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Uncertainty Over US Tariffs and Energy Policies Keep Oil Under Pressure

Oil prices held near recent lows as market participants worried about the impact of Trump’s tariff and energy policies on supply and demand. At the same time, investors waited for data and the FOMC policy meeting to provide more clues on the future of monetary policy in the US.  Oil futures (Source: ICE, Nymex) Since Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Equities Climb as Trump’s Presidency Starts on a Subdued Note

Equities rallied on Tuesday as investors cheered the soft start to Trump’s term. Trump’s administration failed to give clear guidance on the implementation of tariffs. Consequently, experts believe the new government will take a more cautious approach, delaying any trade wars. S&P 500 Index (Source: Bloomberg) Since last week, equities have surged due to increased Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Gold Glimmers Near Highs After Trump’s Inauguration Speech

Gold prices held near a two-month high on Tuesday as the dollar eased after Trump’s inauguration speech. At the same time, the yellow metal benefited from safe-haven inflows amid uncertainty regarding  Since last week, gold prices have been on an uptrend due to a weak dollar and Treasury yields. Notably, data last week supported at Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Currency Futures Reflect Mixed Sentiment Ahead of Trump’s Inaugural Address

Currency futures were mixed on Friday amid economic data from different countries and anticipation of Trump’s inauguration speech. Meanwhile, the greenback eased after downbeat economic data and slightly dovish Fed remarks. By Monday, they fell as the dollar rebounded ahead of Trump’s speech.  The dollar ended the week lower, snapping its six-week winning streak as Read More…

Interest Futures
Fundamental Analysis

Interest Futures Extend Rally Amid Softer Economic Signals

Interest futures rose for the third session this week as the dollar and Treasury yields eased after downbeat economic figures. However, as market participants await Donald Trump’s inauguration, things might change.  Last week, interest futures ended down after US jobs data lowered Fed rate cut expectations, leading to a rally in Treasury yields. Notably, the Read More…