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Fundamental Analysis

Equities End Mixed as Investors Assess the Fed’s Policy Outlook

US equities ended mixed on Monday, with the S&P 500 nearly flat and Nasdaq higher. Investors assessed the possibility of the Fed keeping interest rates high for an extended period. The Nasdaq increased as Nvidia’s shares rose by 2.9% after Goldman Sachs included the chipmaker in its list of preferred stock picks. Meanwhile, Fed Governor Read More…

Popular 60-40 Investment Formula for Stocks and Bonds Faces Scrutiny
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…

Convenience Yield and Backwardation
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…

Convenience Yield and Backwardation
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…