Fundamental Analysis

Oil Prices Rise as Hormuz Tanker Attacks Renew Supply Fears

Oil prices rose on Thursday as geopolitical tensions escalated, renewing supply worries. Fresh attacks on tankers passing through the Strait of Hormuz threatened the recovering oil flows. At the same time, the Houthis continue to attack energy facilities in Saudi Arabia. However, reports that Russian oil could increase in the global market capped gains.  Middle Read More…

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Fundamental Analysis

Gold Prices Fall as Traders Brace for Next Week’s Fed Decision

Gold prices extended losses on Wednesday as market participants eagerly awaited the FOMC policy meeting next week. However, the move remained subdued with no major economic releases this week. At the same time, the recent pullback in oil prices eased supply and inflation worries, capping declines in the yellow metal.  Spot gold (Source: Bloomberg) Consumer Read More…

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Technical Analysis

Nasdaq (NQ) Technical Analysis: Bulls Under Pressure as Trendline Breaks

estimated reading time: 4 min Introduction Nasdaq futures have slipped beneath the bullish trendline that started in April, following another rejection near 31,200–31,500. Price is trading around 29,826, leaving buyers with an important recovery task: they need to push back above 30,000. Bulls need to reclaim that trend line to improve the outlook, while another Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Equities Recover as Oil Prices Fall on Russian Supply Hopes

Equities rebounded on Monday as oil prices eased amid expectations for increased fuel supply from Russia. The recovery came after a bearish week, as market participants absorbed inflation and sales data pointing to a more hawkish outlook for the Fed.  Reports revealed that the Trump administration had lifted key sanctions on Russia. Traders cheered the Read More…