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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

Gold Prices Retreat Amid Profit-Taking and Stronger USD

Gold prices fell as investors took profits from the recent peaks, and the dollar soared amid US tariff uncertainty. Meanwhile, market participants looked forward to the US core PCE price index report for more clues on US monetary policy.  Gold has had a bearish week so far after reaching new peaks on Monday. The rally Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Oil Rebounds Mildly Amid Inventory Decline, Bearish Pressure Still Persists

The crude oil prices edged higher on Wednesday as the data from the American Petroleum Institute revealed a decline in the US oil inventories last week, helping the asset rise from 2-month lows. The Brent crude gained to $73.00 while WTI climbed to $69.00 at the time of writing. The API reported a decline of Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Equities Struggle Amid Economic Uncertainty, Nvidia Earnings Anticipation

US equities closed mixed on Monday as investors digested geopolitical risks, economic uncertainties, and Nvidia’s upcoming earnings report. The S&P 500 dropped 0.53%, the NASDAQ fell 1.19%, while the DJIA stayed with a 0.08% gain. The equities lack directional bias following the last week’s decline with downbeat US retail sales and consumer confidence while inflation Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Currency Futures Rise in Wake of German Elections, Weaker Dollar

Currency futures rose on Friday as the risk sentiment remained elevated, putting pressure on the safe-haven dollar. The British pound remained the top performer as the UK’s GDP showed a sigh of relief, followed by a higher-than-expected CPI reading that could result in a slight tweak to the Bank of England’s easing policy. On Friday, Read More…

Interest Futures
Fundamental Analysis

Interest Futures Climb as Yields Dip on US-China Trade Deal Hopes

Interest futures rose on Friday as Treasury yields, and the dollar fell due to a likely trade deal between China and the US. Recent weak data on sales and unemployment claims has raised expectations for Fed rate cuts this year.  Treasury yields fell on Thursday after reports of an expected meeting between US President Trump Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Oil Holding Gains as Ukraine-Russia Conflict Threatens Supply

Oil prices hovered near a one-week high on Thursday amid tensions between Ukraine and Russia that could impact supply. At the same time, stalled peace talks between Russia and Ukraine lower the likelihood of a near-term end to the war. Meanwhile, cold weather in the US has increased the risk of tighter supply, further supporting Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Gold Prices Surge as Russia-Ukraine Peace Talks Hit a Snag

Gold prices surged on Tuesday as investors sought safety amid stalled Russia-Ukraine peace talks. At the same time, uncertainty regarding Trump’s tariff policies and their impact on the global economy drove safe-haven inflows to the yellow metal. Reports that Trump was ready to end the war between Russia and Ukraine weakened gold prices as it Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Equities End Week Higher Amid Data and Policy Changes

Equities ended last week high and made no move on Monday as US markets remained closed for a bank holiday. Prices fluctuated throughout the week amid mixed economic data from the US and hawkish Fed signals. At the same time, market participants reacted to Trump’s moves on tariffs.  At the start of the week, Powell Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Currency Futures Rally as Weak US Retail Sales Drag Down Dollar

Currency futures rose on Friday and extended the rally this week as the dollar eased due to a poor retail sales report. At the same time, the greenback was weak after Trump delayed implementing a reciprocal tariff to give time for investigations.  US sales (Source: US Commerce Department) The US retail sales report on Friday Read More…

Interest Futures
Fundamental Analysis

Interest Futures Hold Firm as Yields Tumble Amid Tariff Delays

Interest futures hovered near Thursday’s highs when Treasury yields collapsed due to delays on Trump’s reciprocal tariffs. However, since Friday last week, interest futures have collapsed due to upbeat US economic data and a decline in Fed rate cut expectations.  Thursday was a bullish day for interest futures after Trump announced a period of investigations Read More…