Fundamental Analysis

Currency Futures Tick Up as Dollar Softens Ahead of FOMC Decision

Currency futures are recalibrating this week as traders react to the weaker US dollar and central bank rate decisions. The Dollar Index (DXY) slid below 99.00 as the Fed is widely expected to reduce rates by 25 bps. Euro FX futures (6E) remain steady, gaining momentum from stronger-than-expected German industrial production data and an overall Read More…

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US Interest Futures Firm Amid Mixed US Data, Shifting Fed Odds

US interest futures remained firm this week, driven by shifting Fed policy, as incoming labor and economic data provided a mixed picture, showing a cooling jobs market but a still resilient economy. The combination keeps traders focused on the final Fed meeting of the year, where markets are now pricing in a 90% probability of Read More…

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Fundamental Analysis

Crude Oil Rises as Ukraine’s Strike Triggers Uncertainty

Crude oil futures gained modestly in Thursday’s Asian session, supported by renewed geopolitical worries and a weaker dollar. However, the broader outlook remains capped by the softening demand and rising US inventories. WTI futures hover above $59.00 after a 0.5% gain, while Feb Brent trades just below the $63.00 mark. The recent boost in price Read More…

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Gold Futures Consolidate Gains Ahead of US ADP, ISM Services PMI

Gold futures remained firm on Wednesday, consolidating gains as traders await key US releases ahead that could shape the FOMC meeting next week. Gold Feb futures were trading near $4,230, up 0.25%, at the time of writing. The broad futures markets continue to price in a dovish shift from the Fed, while safe-haven demand for Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

US Equities Struggle Amid Risk-off Sentiment Ahead of Key Data

US equities remained broadly flat on Monday, stabilizing after a pullback ending the previous week’s 5-day winning streak. Dow Jones, S&P 500, and Nasdaq 100 remained near unchanged levels, revealing a cautious tone after weakening risk appetite and growing uncertainty. The broader sell-off on Monday was triggered by concerns about inflation, stretched valuations in the Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Currency Futures: Diverging Policy Cycles Keep Dollar Weak

Currency futures opened the week on a steady footing but stayed cautious, with traders positioning around divergences in global monetary policy. As expectations for the Fed rate cut intensify, while other central banks vary in their pace, the shift in yields is driving volatility in FX futures. Dollar softness remains the central theme for futures Read More…