Gold prices extended gains on Wednesday as investors scrambled for safety in the yellow metal amid fears of a trade war between the US and China. Meanwhile, data in the previous session revealed some weakness in the US labor market, putting pressure on the Fed to cut rates. However, market participants are more focused on Read More…
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Nasdaq (NQ) consolidate inside triangle, awaiting breakout
Introduction Nasdaq 100 E-mini futures (NQ) are currently trading at 21,464, down 0.95% for the session, as price action consolidates within a symmetrical triangle formation. With the 50-day SMA (21,483.66) acting as short-term support and the 200-day SMA (20,040.68) providing long-term support, Nasdaq futures are coiling within a tightening range. Lets see what the technicals Read More…
Crude Oil (CL) reverses lower after trendline rejection
Introduction In our January 24, 2025 analysis, we highlighted crude oil’s rally into resistance at the 200-day SMA (74.54) and the descending trendline. We noted that failure to break above these levels would likely result in a pullback, with support levels around 71.97 (50-day SMA) and the broader $67.00 – $68.50 support zone coming into Read More…
Equities End Lower as Trump’s Tariffs Shake Markets
Equities collapsed on Monday after Trump confirmed tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China. However, markets rebounded before the close as Trump delayed tariffs on Canada and Mexico. Nevertheless, he implemented the tariffs on China, increasing the risk of a trade war between the two countries. Before Trump’s inauguration in January, analysts predicted an aggressive approach Read More…
Euro FX futures (6E) sell-off deepens as Dollar strengthens on Trump policies
Introduction Euro FX futures (6E) are continuing their downtrend. The latest decline follows a sharp rejection from the 1.06305 resistance zone, which had previously acted as support before turning into resistance. The primary catalyst for this move remains the rallying U.S. dollar, fueled by economic optimism surrounding President Trump’s fiscal and trade policies. Fundamental drivers Read More…
Interest Futures Fall as Yields Rise on Trump’s Tariff Push
Interest futures eased on Friday as the dollar, and Treasury yields climbed after Trump emphasized his tariff plans. Meanwhile, market participants remained cautious ahead of a crucial US inflation report that will shape the outlook for monetary policy. The bond market paused its recent rally as investors feared a longer period of elevated interest rates Read More…