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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 Price Dips After Hitting Highs on Surprise US Inventory Draw

Oil prices eased on Thursday after reaching new highs in the previous session due to an unexpected draw in US crude inventories. At the same time, the Biden administration announced more sanctions on Russia that could tighten supply. Meanwhile, a ceasefire deal in Gaza weighed on prices. WTI vs crude stocks (Source: Nymex, EIA) Data Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Gold Shines Brighter as Inflation Data Weighs on Yields and Dollar

Gold prices rose on Wednesday as Treasury yields and the dollar eased due to softer-than-expected inflation figures. At the same time, the yellow metal remained in demand amid uncertainty regarding the upcoming Trump administration.  The dollar and Treasury yields paused their recent rally after inflation figures on Wednesday came in slightly cooler than expected. The Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Equities Strain Under High Yields and Shifting Fed Outlook

Equities struggled to make gains on Monday as Treasury yields remained elevated amid a drop in Fed rate cut expectations. At the same time, investors worried about higher inflation under Trump’s administration, which could keep rates at restrictive levels. US Treasury 10-year yield (Source: Bloomberg) Last week, US economic data revealed a resilient economy with Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Currency Futures Sink as Strong US Jobs Data Boosts Dollar

Most currency futures collapsed on Friday and extended the move on Monday after upbeat US jobs data. Market participants slashed bets for Fed rate cuts in 2025, leading to a rally in the dollar. At the same time, US inflation expectations for the next year soared. The US released its nonfarm payrolls report on Friday. Read More…

Interest Futures
Fundamental Analysis

Interest Futures Dip as Treasury Yields Hold Firm Ahead of US Jobs Data

Interest futures eased as Treasury yields stayed elevated ahead of the crucial US nonfarm payrolls report. Yields soared in the last week due to expectations of a gradual Fed easing cycle. At the same time, uncertainty about Trump’s tariffs has kept investors on edge, with most preferring to buy the safe dollar. Market participants have Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Oil Drops as US Dollar Strengthens, Gasoline Stockpiles Surge

Oil prices plunged over 1% on Wednesday due to a strong US dollar and a bigger-than-expected increase in US gasoline inventories. The dollar strengthened after reports that Trump would take aggressive measures to ensure his tariff policies are implemented.  Data on Wednesday from the Energy Information Administration revealed that gasoline stocks rose by 6.3 million Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Gold Prices Rise as Investors Seek Safety Amid Policy Uncertainty

Gold prices ended higher on Tuesday despite a strong dollar and Treasury yields. The rally came as investors sought safety amid uncertainty regarding Trump’s looming policy changes. Meanwhile, upbeat US data lowered expectations for Fed rate cuts in 2025.  Gold is considered a haven in times of uncertainty. As market participants await Trump’s swearing-in on Read More…
Fundamental Analysis

Equities Gain Ground as Tech Outperforms Despite Elevated Yields

Equities climbed to a one-week high on Monday as technology stocks rose despite high Treasury yields. However, market participants remained cautious ahead of key US economic data this week that will shape the outlook for Fed rate cuts.  Like many times in the past, tech stocks defied the general trend and rose on Monda. Microsoft Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Currency Futures Rally as Trump Tariff Fears Ease

Currency futures jumped on Monday as the dollar collapsed on news that Trump might only impose tariffs on critical goods. At the same time, the recent greenback rally paused as market participants awaited crucial employment data for clues on the Fed’s easing cycle.  Dollar Index (Source: Bloomberg) The dollar fell almost 1% on Monday after Read More…

Interest Futures
Fundamental Analysis

Interest Futures Lag as Treasury Yields and Dollar Start the Year Strong

Interest futures hovered near recent lows as Treasury yields and the dollar opened the year green. Prices ended the year with a plunge following a hawkish December Fed meeting. On the other hand, the prospect of higher rates for longer boosted yields and the dollar.  US Treasury yields started the year strong amid expectations for Read More…