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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

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…

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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…

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…