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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

E-mini Nasdaq-100 (NQ) Futures Prices Climb as US Inflation Outlook improves

US producer prices increased by 8%, lower than expected, in the year ending October. Despite declining US wholesale service prices in October, service inflation remains high. NATO allies are looking into claims that Russian missiles killed two people in Poland. The E-mini Nasdaq-100 (NQ) futures made gains on Tuesday as investors jumped on softer-than-expected inflation Read More…

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Equity Futures Price Rally Pauses as CPI-led Optimism Fades Out

The bull rally has paused on hawkish statements from Fed policymakers. Democrats have retained the majority in the US Senate. A Democratic sweep might resurrect concerns about spending and legislation. Major US Equity futures index prices including the S&P 500 (ES) futures closed lower on Monday while US bond yields increased, anticipating the continuation of Read More…

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British Pound (6B) Futures Trim Losses as Optimism Stems from UK’s Budget

Dollar weakness after the US inflation report boosts the British pound futures. The UK economy shrank in September, signaling the start of a possibly long recession. Markets are awaiting the new budget by Jeremy Hunt. On Friday, the British Pound (6B) futures prices gained ground for a second day on expectations that the Federal Reserve Read More…

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Gold (GC) Futures Prices Approach a 10-week High as US Inflation Cools Off

Gold prices soared following a sharp drop in US inflation. China’s senior authorities advocated for more focused restrictions amid a rise in COVID-19. The odds of a fifth straight 75bps Fed rate hike have fallen below 15%. A massive rally in Gold (GC) futures prices occurred following a sharp drop in US inflation data on Read More…

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China’s COVID Spread Hampering Demand for Crude Oil (CL) Futures

There are increased fuel demand worries as China battles a fresh wave of COVID-19 infections. US crude inventories rose significantly last week as domestic production increased. Markets are anxiously awaiting US inflation data. On Thursday, Crude oil (CL) futures prices declined for a fourth day due to worries that new COVID restrictions in China, the Read More…

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Equity Index Futures Prices to Rally Ahead of US Mid-term election results?

There is renewed optimism about China easing COVID-19 restrictions. Markets are hoping the recent signs of a slowing US economy will allow the Fed to ease monetary policy. Investors are closely watching the US midterm elections with republican senators in the lead. US Equity Index futures prices, including the E-mini Nasdaq-100 (NQ) futures, rose as Read More…

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Market Actors Remain Calm Ahead of US Elections and CPI Data

Republicans have a roughly 70% chance of ousting Democrats from their majorities in the US House and Senate. Headline US inflation is estimated to have fallen in October to 8.0%. There is a likelihood of a US legislative impasse following Tuesday’s elections. With one cautious eye on a crucial inflation update later in the week, Read More…

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Canadian Dollar (6C) Futures Prices on the Rise Amid Dollar Weakness

The US dollar declined after the October jobs report showed signs of “softening.” The unemployment rate in the US rose to 3.7% in October. Canadian jobs figures came better than expected, creating further room for the bulls. The Canadian Dollar (6C) futures prices are climbing higher as the CAD strengthens against the US dollar. The Read More…

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US Labor Market Remains Resilient Amid Rising Interest Rates

The rising US Dollar puts pressure on gold prices after Powell’s hawkish comments. The US labor market is still showing strength despite rising interest rates. The ISM non-manufacturing PMI dropped to 54.4 in October, the lowest level since May 2020. Following hawkish comments from Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, Gold (GC) futures prices hit a Read More…

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Fundamental Analysis

Oil Prices Rise Despite a Stronger Dollar

Oil prices held steady after the Fed’s rate hike as other risk assets fell. A decrease in U.S. oil inventories pointed to a rise in demand. OPEC production went down in October, raising global supply concerns. Crude Oil (CL) futures prices increased on Wednesday despite declines in other risk assets after the Federal Reserve’s fourth Read More…