Market Overview

The Fed, Quick Update on Policy

The Federal Reserve’s (Fed) updates on monetary policy highlight that the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) has decided to maintain the federal funds rate at the current range of 5.25% to 5.5% on May 2nd. The decision marks the sixth consecutive meeting where rates have been held steady, keeping them at the highest level in Read More…

Technical Analysis

Did S&P 500 (ES) Just Double-Top?

Introduction In our previous analysis on ES, we noted that the bulls were struggling to push price above the recent high and resistance zone at $5333. Now that a week has passed, the bears have stepped in and there is a red engulfing candle forming on the weekly chart that could close as a evening Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Equities Close Mixed as Nvidia Powers Nasdaq and S&P 500, Dow Falters on Yields

Equities ended Tuesday mixed, with the Nasdaq and S&P 500 rising due to a rally in Nvidia shares and the Dow falling due to higher Treasury yields. The rally in Treasury yields came amid a weak auction and upbeat US data. Nvidia shares rose 7%, leading to a rally in other chip stocks. This had Read More…

Technical Analysis

S&P 500 Futures (ES) Struggle Near All-Time Highs

All Time High Resistance ES bulls attempted to break above the all-time high but have failed with a nasty-looking daily candle for the 23rd. This could be an opportunity to short as there is also some small bearish resistance on the RSI. Long Trade Opportunities Short Trade Opportunities News Events Coming Up To Watch Consumer Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Equities Boom: Nasdaq Hits Record High Ahead of Nvidia Earnings

Equities ended higher on Monday, with the Nasdaq reaching a new record high as investors waited for Nvidia’s earnings report. At the same time, optimism amid signs of cooling inflation in the US increased rate cut expectations. However, policymakers put a lid on gains with hawkish statements, which weighed on the S&P 500 and the Read More…