Introduction The U.S. Dollar Index (DXY) edged up 0.11% to 99.07 on Tuesday, showing signs of steadying after last week’s drop. It’s still holding above key support, with buyers trying to keep momentum going despite mixed U.S. economic data and changing views on Fed policy. Let’s take a closer look at the technicals.. Technical Overview Read More…
Gold futures captured renewed attention as a hedge against systematic risk. On Tuesday, the precious metal saw the steepest single-day decline in the past twelve years, dropping more than 8%, after surging to record highs near $4,400. The downfall was attributed to profit-taking and improved risk sentiment amid US-China trade talks. The volatility shows how Read More…
Introduction Candlesticks are by far the most used chart type in trading and investing today. Heikin Ashi candles take this one step further and smooth out the price action to create a less volatile chart for traders to analyze. In this guide, we will look at the Heikin Ashi candles, what indicators work well with Read More…
US equities took a breather after posting a sharp recovery on Monday as investors weighed financial sector jitters. Hopes to end the US government shutdown, and key corporate results could set the market tone for weeks. The S&P 500 futures remained broadly unchanged under 6,800, while Nasdaq 100 futures remained above the 25,000 mark. Dow Read More…
Currency futures opened the week with strong footing as traders weighed improved risk sentiment against shifting central bank dynamics. The US dollar showed signs of weakness against all peers as markets anticipate more dovish stance by the Federal Reserve. Political stability in Europe and optimism about US-China trade relations have lent support to the risk-sensitive Read More…
Introduction The E-mini Russell 2000 futures (RTY) has followed the S&P 500, building on last week’s recovery as buyers continue to defend support levels and the 50 day moving average. The small-cap index is also aiming at targetting its all-time high (ATH) at 2,559 as bulls attempt to swing momentum back in their favour after Read More…
