Equities rallied on Tuesday as investors cheered the soft start to Trump’s term. Trump’s administration failed to give clear guidance on the implementation of tariffs. Consequently, experts believe the new government will take a more cautious approach, delaying any trade wars. S&P 500 Index (Source: Bloomberg) Since last week, equities have surged due to increased Read More…
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Gold Glimmers Near Highs After Trump’s Inauguration Speech
Gold prices held near a two-month high on Tuesday as the dollar eased after Trump’s inauguration speech. At the same time, the yellow metal benefited from safe-haven inflows amid uncertainty regarding Since last week, gold prices have been on an uptrend due to a weak dollar and Treasury yields. Notably, data last week supported at Read More…
NASDAQ 100 technical analysis – January 21, 2025
Introduction The NASDAQ 100 E-mini Futures (NQ) are trading at 21,703.75, continuing their upward trajectory following the recent inauguration of President Trump. Traders and investors are pricing in optimism on pro-growth economic policies, contributing to the strength in equities. Technical Analysis Overview Trend and Structure: Support and Resistance Levels Resistance Levels: Support Levels: Indicators Analysis Read More…
Currency Futures Reflect Mixed Sentiment Ahead of Trump’s Inaugural Address
Currency futures were mixed on Friday amid economic data from different countries and anticipation of Trump’s inauguration speech. Meanwhile, the greenback eased after downbeat economic data and slightly dovish Fed remarks. By Monday, they fell as the dollar rebounded ahead of Trump’s speech. The dollar ended the week lower, snapping its six-week winning streak as Read More…
Interest Futures Extend Rally Amid Softer Economic Signals
Interest futures rose for the third session this week as the dollar and Treasury yields eased after downbeat economic figures. However, as market participants await Donald Trump’s inauguration, things might change. Last week, interest futures ended down after US jobs data lowered Fed rate cut expectations, leading to a rally in Treasury yields. Notably, the Read More…
Gold futures technical analysis – January 17, 2025
Introduction Gold futures (GC) are trading at $2,730.7, consolidating near the upper boundary of a symmetrical triangle pattern. Despite briefly testing the breakout zone, the move lacks strong follow-through, leaving the potential for a retracement back toward the triangle’s support line. Both bullish and bearish scenarios remain in play, and traders should monitor critical levels Read More…