Oil prices held near recent lows as market participants worried about the impact of Trump’s tariff and energy policies on supply and demand. At the same time, investors waited for data and the FOMC policy meeting to provide more clues on the future of monetary policy in the US. Oil futures (Source: ICE, Nymex) Since Read More…
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Nikkei 225 (NKD) futures stuck in tight range
Introduction Nikkei 225 E-mini Futures (NKD) have been trading within an ascending channel since September 2024. A breakout above 39,958, could pave the way for a test of the all-time high (ATH). Lets take a deeper look at the technicals. Technical analysis overview Channel Structure Support and Resistance Levels Resistance Levels (Upside Targets) Support Levels Read More…
Russell 2000 futures (RTY) technical analysis
Introduction In our previous analysis on January 8, 2025, the expectation was for RTY futures to hold within the established bullish channel, with the support levels acting as a springboard for further upside. Since then, price action has respected the lower boundary of the channel, and the recent bounce confirms the bullish structure remains intact. Read More…
Equities Climb as Trump’s Presidency Starts on a Subdued Note
Equities rallied on Tuesday as investors cheered the soft start to Trump’s term. Trump’s administration failed to give clear guidance on the implementation of tariffs. Consequently, experts believe the new government will take a more cautious approach, delaying any trade wars. S&P 500 Index (Source: Bloomberg) Since last week, equities have surged due to increased Read More…
Gold Glimmers Near Highs After Trump’s Inauguration Speech
Gold prices held near a two-month high on Tuesday as the dollar eased after Trump’s inauguration speech. At the same time, the yellow metal benefited from safe-haven inflows amid uncertainty regarding Since last week, gold prices have been on an uptrend due to a weak dollar and Treasury yields. Notably, data last week supported at Read More…
NASDAQ 100 technical analysis – January 21, 2025
Introduction The NASDAQ 100 E-mini Futures (NQ) are trading at 21,703.75, continuing their upward trajectory following the recent inauguration of President Trump. Traders and investors are pricing in optimism on pro-growth economic policies, contributing to the strength in equities. Technical Analysis Overview Trend and Structure: Support and Resistance Levels Resistance Levels: Support Levels: Indicators Analysis Read More…