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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 Prices Weighed by Fed’s Cautious 2025 Projections

Oil prices remained fragile on Thursday after collapsing due to a less dovish outlook for Fed monetary policy in 2025. Meanwhile, a drop in crude inventories and a surge in crude exports helped support prices.  On Wednesday, the US Federal Reserve lowered borrowing costs by 25-bps. However, instead of signaling more rate cuts, the central Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Gold Declines in Anticipation of FOMC Policy Projections

Gold prices eased ahead of the FOMC meeting, where policymakers might forecast a more gradual easing cycle in 2025. At the same time, downward pressure came from a rally in the dollar and Treasury yields after upbeat US retail sales data.  The US Federal Reserve will meet later and likely cut rates by 25-bps. Markets Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Equities Climb as Markets Eye Upcoming FOMC Meeting

Equities rose on Monday, with the Nasdaq hitting record highs as market participants looked forward to the upcoming FOMC policy meeting. At the same time, investors absorbed mixed PMI data from the US that showed pockets of weakness and strength in the economy.  The Federal Reserve will hold its policy meeting on Wednesday, and markets Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Currency Futures Slip on Adjusted 2025 Fed Rate Cut Expectations

Currency futures eased as the dollar extended gains after a strong week due to a drop in 2025 Fed rate cut expectations. Meanwhile, markets nearly fully priced a rate cut during the Fed policy meeting this week as inflation figures accelerated in line with expectations.  December Fed rate cut bets (Source: Bloomberg) The greenback had Read More…

Interest Futures
Fundamental Analysis

Interest Futures Slide as 2025 Fed Rate Cut Hopes Dim

Interest futures wallowed near weekly lows as markets lowered the Fed rate cut expectations for next year. This shift came after US inflation data revealed a pause in the downtrend. At the same time, market participants expect the incoming Trump administration to make policy changes to boost economic growth and inflation. Interest futures have had Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Oil Prices Surge Amid Growing Supply Worries

Oil prices rallied on Wednesday as supply concerns overshadowed demand concerns. Meanwhile, the recent efforts to boost China’s economy have supported prices. At the same time, US inflation figures came in line with estimates, solidifying bets for a December Fed rate cut.  Market participants worried about supply on Wednesday after the European Union agreed to Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Gold Futures Rally Pauses Ahead of US CPI Report

Gold prices steadied after reaching a two-week high on Tuesday due to rising geopolitical tensions and expectations for a December Fed rate cut. The rally pause came as market participants awaited the US inflation report.  The war in Gaza escalated this week as Israel struck several parts of the region, killing many people. Although there Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Equities Slide as Tech Giants Nvidia and AMD Weigh on Sentiment

Equities fell on Monday, led by a decline in tech stocks like Nvidia and Advanced Micro Devices. Meanwhile, market participants were cautious as they eagerly awaited the US consumer inflation report for more clues on the outlook for US monetary policy.  Nvidia fell 2.5% after reports that China was investigating the company for violating antimonopoly Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Currency Futures Ease Amid Mixed US NFP, Upbeat Sentiment Data

Currency futures eased on Friday as the dollar rose after a mixed nonfarm payrolls report. At the same time, a US consumer sentiment report revealed higher expectations for inflation, boosting the dollar. However, the trend slowly reversed on Monday as the focus shifted from employment to the upcoming US consumer inflation figures. Data on Friday Read More…

Interest Futures
Fundamental Analysis

Interest Futures Edge Higher as Caution Prevails Ahead of NFP

Interest futures edged higher as the dollar and Treasury yields eased after downbeat US employment figures. However, the price traded in a thin range as market participants cautiously awaited the US nonfarm employment report. US jobless claims (Source: Labor Department) The dollar eased slightly after Thursday’s data revealed an unexpected increase in US unemployment claims. Read More…