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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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crude oil technical analysis
Fundamental Analysis

Crude Oil Slips as Geopolitical Risks Battle Rate-Cut Optimism

The crude oil futures slipped on Thursday from the $75.00 level as traders weighed the intensifying Iran-Israel conflict along with a slightly hawkish Fed stance. Despite a significant pullback, the price stays around the 5-month high due to fear of supply disruption in the Middle East, especially around the Hormuz Strait. Around 20 million barrels Read More…

gold technical analysis
Fundamental Analysis

Gold Futures Under Pressure Ahead of Fed Decision, Geopolitical Uncertainty

Gold futures remain subdued on Wednesday, pricing around the $3,400 level as investors brace for the Fed’s rate decision today. The central bank is expected to keep rates unchanged. Market participants are focused on economic projections, the dot plot, and future monetary policy guidance for the second half of 2025. Hence, the next leg for Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

US Equities Soar as Sentiment Improves, Inflation Concerns Ease

The US equities surged on Monday as investors appreciated the easing Middle East crisis, resulting in lower oil prices. The Dow Jones Industrial Average gained around 0.8%, which is more than 300 points. The S&P 500 also gained 0.9%, marking fresh all-time highs. The tech-heavy NASDAQ soared by 1.5%, outperforming others as the growth stocks Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Currency Futures Rise as Markets Digest Geopolitical Tensions

Currency futures showed a mixed sentiment on Monday as traders responded to the geopolitical tension, a weaker US dollar, and shifting speculative positions. The speculative flow via the IMM futures market revealed a clear bias that hedge funds and asset managers added to their short positions. Net speculative positioning showed a 31% rise in USD Read More…

Interest Futures
Fundamental Analysis

US Interest Futures on the Edge Amid Cooling Inflation, Cautious Fed

US interest futures stay on the edge as the Fed maintains a wait-and-watch policy despite a series of dismal US economic data. The recent US CPI figures showed a cooling inflation for May, missing expectations. Yet, Fed officials need more convincing evidence of a slowdown to initiate a rate cut. Though the inflation data has Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Gold Prices Rise on Softer US CPI Print

Gold prices gained on Wednesday after the US released cooler-than-expected inflation figures. The data increased pressure on the Fed to lower borrowing costs later this year. Meanwhile, talks between China and the US ended with no clear details on how the two countries will conduct trade after the 90-day pause.  Data released on Wednesday revealed Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Equities Start Strong on Trade Talk Optimism

Equities edged higher on Monday due to optimism over ongoing talks between China and the US. Meanwhile, the focus was shifting from Friday’s upbeat US employment data. Market participants are now gearing up for consumer inflation data. Equities weekly change (Source: Bloomberg) On Friday, equities rallied after the US released a positive employment report, ending Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Currency Futures Bounce Back after Friday’s Losses

Currency futures recovered on Monday after dropping in the previous session, while the dollar strengthened. The greenback gained after data revealed a bigger-than-expected increase in employment in May. This week, market participants will pay attention to inflation figures for clues on the outlook for Fed rate cuts.  US job data (Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics) Read More…

Interest Futures
Fundamental Analysis

Interest Futures Tumble as Treasury Yields Surge on Strong Jobs Data

Interest futures collapsed on Friday as Treasury yields soared after a better-than-expected US employment report. The upbeat nonfarm payrolls report led to a decline in Fed rate cut expectations as fears of a rapid US economic downturn eased.  Initially, the week started badly for the dollar and Treasury yields. Meanwhile, interest futures were steady before Read More…