Currency futures strengthened last week as a surge in oil prices fueled inflation concerns. As a result, most major central banks that held policy meetings adopted a cautious tone. The rally in oil prices came as tensions in the Middle East intensified, with Trump rejecting Iran’s new proposal to end the war. It was a Read More…
Introduction A few days ago, we looked at ES and whether the price would be able to stay above the all-time high. Yesterday’s candle has given the bulls a very strong case with a rally of 1.6% on the day. Lets take a closer look at the technicals and what they are telling us. The Read More…
Interest futures were heading for a bearish week on Friday as market participants grappled with escalating Middle East tensions and a less dovish Fed. Rising tensions in the Middle East sent oil prices higher, boosting Treasury yields. Meanwhile, some Fed policymakers took on a more hawkish tone during the FOMC meeting, increasing chances of rate Read More…
Introduction For the past few weeks, DXY has been trading within a clear range between roughly 96.20 and 102.00. That structure is still intact. Nothing on this chart suggests a confirmed trend change. The rally we saw from the lows at the beginning of the year to 102 was driven by escalation in the Middle Read More…
Oil prices jumped by over 6% on Wednesday after Trump said the US would maintain its blockade on the Strait of Hormuz. Tensions between the US and Iran have remained high since last week. Uncertainty about the future, stalled negotiations, and the ongoing disruptions to oil supply have all pushed prices higher. Brent Crude rally Read More…
Gold prices declined by 2% on Tuesday as Trump dashed hopes for an end to the Middle East war by rejecting Iran’s proposal. Tensions have remained high since last week, boosting the dollar and hurting gold amid rising safe-haven demand. Meanwhile, traders are gearing up for the FOMC meeting and for clues on future policy Read More…
