Introduction S&P 500 futures are retesting the underside of their June swing high after reclaiming the 50-day moving average on the pullback. Price is currently at 7,581.25, just below the 7,650 area that capped the rally in early June. It is an important zone now, there are some flags forming on lower time frames, so Read More…
Equities recovered on Monday as growth stocks found their footing amid an easing of Fed rate hike bets. The rebound came after a brief dip on Thursday due to a poor US jobs report. At the same time, progress in talks between the US and Iran supported risk appetite. Stocks had a strong week as Read More…
Introduction It’s time for another Trader Spotlight, and this week we’re looking at Erfan, a trader from Muscat, Oman, whose statistics challenge one of the biggest misconceptions in trading. Most traders believe they need to win more often than they lose. After all, if you’re wrong nearly two-thirds of the time, how could you possibly Read More…
Introduction Most traders believe the key to success in financial markets is finding the perfect strategy. They spend months testing indicators, switching systems, watching YouTube videos, and searching for the ‘holy grail’ that finally changes everything. At first, this feels like progress because learning new concepts creates the impression that success is getting closer. But Read More…
Equities eased slightly on Monday, dragged down by the tech sector, as yields remained elevated after last week’s FOMC meeting. The tech decline overshadowed optimism as the US and Iran made great progress in their talks in Switzerland. Market participants are also looking forward to the US PCE price index report, which will give more Read More…
Equities rallied on Monday as traders applauded the news of a peace deal between the US and Iran. Meanwhile, oil prices collapsed, easing inflation worries. However, some analysts have warned that it could take time before supply returns to normal. Elsewhere, market participants are eagerly awaiting the FOMC policy meeting for clues on future Fed Read More…
