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Saqib Iqbal
Bio

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

Tesla and Apple Lead Rally as Equities End Higher

Equities ended higher on Monday amid earnings optimism and a rally in Tesla and Apple shares. At the same time, investors were preparing for the FOMC policy meeting and the all-important nonfarm payrolls report.  According to data, 78.1% of the S&P 500 companies that have reported earnings have exceeded expectations on Wall Street, showing better-than-expected Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Currency Futures Struggle as Core PCE Boosts Dollar

Currency futures fell on Friday as the dollar rose after inflation data in the US led to a drop in Fed’s rate cut expectations. The US released its Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) price index report, which showed inflation increased by 0.3% in March as expected. This was the same rate of increase in the previous Read More…

Interest Futures
Fundamental Analysis

Interest Futures Slide on Poor GDP Data, Surge in Treasury Yields

Interest futures fell on Thursday after a poor US GDP report. At the same time, downward pressure came from a rally in Treasury yields amid signs that US inflation remains high. Consequently, investors are keen to see the outcome of the core PCE price index report on Friday. US GDP, core PCE price index (Source: Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Oil Prices Decline as Market Attention Turns Away from Middle East Crisis

Oil prices fell on Wednesday as investors shifted their focus from Middle East tensions to demand concerns. This shift came as the risk of an escalation in the conflict between Israel and Iran fell. Meanwhile, poor economic data from the US raised concerns about weak demand in the country.  WTI, crude inventories (Source: Bloomberg, EIA) Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Gold Prices Stabilize as Safe-Haven Appeal Wanes

Gold prices closed nearly flat on Tuesday after falling to a two-week low due to the loss of safe-haven demand. Moreover, investors turned their focus back to US economic data and the outlook for Fed interest rates. From the start of the week, risk appetite improved as Middle East tensions subsided. As a result, investors Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Equities Recover Amid US Earnings Optimism, Easing Middle East Tensions

Equities recovered ahead of major US earnings reports on Monday and as Middle East tensions eased. The rebound comes after six sessions of declines caused by a drop in Fed rate cut expectations and geopolitical tensions.  Nasdaq’s losing streak (Source: Bloomberg) Equities had a rough time last week, with the Nasdaq posting big declines as Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Currency Futures Under Pressure Amid Middle Eastern Chaos

Currency futures were mixed on Friday as markets digested the news that Israel had attacked Iran. Safe-haven currencies like the Swiss franc and the yen rose sharply before pulling back as the session ended. Although Iran confirmed the attack, the country eased market fears by saying it had no intention to strike back. Meanwhile, risk-sensitive Read More…

Interest Futures
Fundamental Analysis

Interest Futures Plunge as Middle East Tensions Propel Treasury Yields

Interest futures fell on Thursday as Treasury yields soared due to the rising tensions in the Middle East. Furthermore, economic data from the US and policymaker remarks pointed to a delay in Fed rate cuts. Investors were on the edge while waiting for Middle East war developments. The uncertainty in the market rose after Iran Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Oil Prices Drop 3% as Tensions Ease and US Supplies Surge

Oil prices fell by nearly 3% on Wednesday amid some calm in the Middle East and a significant increase in US crude inventories. Additionally, fading Fed rates cut expectations and signs of weak demand in China weighed heavily on prices. Traders have been on edge since Iran attacked Israel, with some fearing retaliation and an Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Gold Prices Hold Firm as Middle East Concerns Offset Surge in Treasury Yields

Gold prices held steady on Tuesday as Middle East tensions overshadowed a surge in US Treasury yields. The growing tensions between Israel and Iran have increased safe-haven demand for the yellow metal. As a result, gold has rallied despite the recent drop in Fed rate cut expectations.  Gold prices (Source: Bloomberg) Notably, gold prices hit Read More…