Technical Analysis

Bond Buying Accelerates In 30-Year Treasury Bond Futures (ZB)

Introduction Prices of ZB (30-year US Treasury bond futures) go down when buying of bonds accelerates due to the inverse relationship between bond prices and yields. When demand for bonds increases, buyers compete to purchase available bonds, driving bond prices higher. However, as bond prices rise, the fixed coupon payments become less attractive relative to Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Currency Futures Gain Momentum as the Dollar Weakens

On Friday, currency futures edged higher against a weakening dollar. Still, the dollar was poised to achieve its largest quarterly gain in a year, marking the 11th consecutive week of gains. Investors factored in the probability of a strong economy and sustained higher interest rates.  Despite earlier setbacks, the greenback rebounded following data revealing an Read More…

Strategies Trading Tips

The Beginner’s Guide to Trading Price Action

Price action trading is one of retail trader’s and investors’ most popular trading techniques. It involves analyzing an asset’s price movements on a chart to identify trade opportunities, without relying on technical indicators. Mastering price action can take time, but the basic principles are straightforward enough for beginners to understand. This guide will cover the Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Equities Slide as 10-Year Treasury Yields Remain Elevated

On Tuesday, US equities declined by more than 1% as 10-year Treasury yields maintained their multi-year highs. Investors grappled with the possibility of prolonged high interest rates and the resulting economic consequences.  US Treasury Yields (Source: Bloomberg) Amid rising Treasury yields, the Dow experienced its most significant one-day percentage drop since March, and all three Read More…