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Latest on forex

See the latest economic data releases and geopolitical events influencing foreign exchange rates right now.

USD rebounds: Technical overview for EUR/USD, USD/CAD and USD/CHF

EUR/USD, USD/CHF, and USD/CAD Technical Analysis: The US Dollar is holding a key technical range, despite a rapid selloff triggered by dovish Federal Reserve rate cut hopes. The Dollar Index is bouncing above a major level after testing its Moving Average. We analyze three major FX pairs to see how the Dollar's broad range keeps foreign exchange markets firmly in balance ahead of the pivotal Federal Reserve meeting.

04-12-2025 21:00 GMT by Elior Manier

USD/JPY drops below 155.00: Has the 2025 yearly top been reached?

USD/JPY Technical Analysis: After a relentless rout, the Yen is staging a sound reversal. Fiscal recklessness from the administration has met with an increasingly hawkish tone from the Bank of Japan, hinting at a necessary exit from ultra-loose policy. The pair has plunged against the US Dollar. We examine the charts to see if this suggests a definite top has been found.

04-12-2025 15:17 GMT by Elior Manier

North American Mid-Week Market Update – Trump drama and the Next Fed Chair

Mid-Week update for North-American Markets – The next Fed Chair appointment may be of concern for recovering Markets. Taking a close look at NA index and currency performance combined with a USD/CAD intraday chart to spot what's next for American Markets.

03-12-2025 20:51 GMT by Elior Manier

Soft ADP payrolls, AI & semiconductor stocks and Hassett at 75% odds to succeed Powell

In the most recent episode, TraderNick and Jonny discuss the demand for semiconductors following the AI stock rally, softening US labour data and the likely successor of Fed Chair Jerome Powell, with current betting odds suggesting Kevin Hassett, a long-term Republican and Trump supporter, is the most likely to replace Powell in May.

03-12-2025 16:11 GMT by Christian Norman

Gold (XAU/USD) Price Reclaims $4200/oz Handle. Are Bulls Ready for a Test of $4300/oz?

Analysis of the gold (XAU/USD) price rally to $4240/oz, driven by market expectations of US Federal Reserve rate cuts, weaker US economic data (ISM Manufacturing PMI), and geopolitical risk related to Venezuela. The report also provides a technical outlook and a contrarian view on OANDA client sentiment suggesting a potential near-term slide.

03-12-2025 15:13 GMT by Zain Vawda

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Latest on indices

All the latest technical and fundamental analysis of major indices like the S&P 500 and Dow Jones, and more to help you develop an understanding of market trends and investment strategies.

Santa Claus Rally Strategy: How to Trade the S&P 500's Most Reliable Seasonal Pattern

Explore the Santa Claus Rally (SCR), a reliable 7-day pattern where the S&P 500 averages a 1.3% gain. Learn how the SCR forecasts the next year's market performance (the 'Grinch Effect') and why traders target small-cap stocks (Russell 2000) for maximum short-term profits. Includes a look at election-year seasonality and the potential test of S&P 500 7000.

04-12-2025 15:59 GMT by Zain Vawda

Nasdaq Index Outlook: Microsoft (MSFT) scares Markets despite strong Services PMI report

Nasdaq Technical Analysis: The tech-heavy index is dragged lower by Microsoft (MSFT), which lowered its AI sales growth targets, raising questions about the exponential AI trend. This divergence occurs despite a Services PMI beat and contracting private labor data locking in Federal Reserve rate cuts. We dive into the multi-timeframe analysis of Nasdaq as tech lags a booming Dow Jones.

03-12-2025 16:54 GMT by Elior Manier

Dow Jones (DJIA) Outlook: Could the Christmas Spirit awaken?

The "Santa Claus Rally" anticipation may start to show its face. However, the Dow Jones struggles to keep pace due to weak industrial activity. Tech is rebounding, but the ISM Manufacturing miss suggests tariffs continue to hurt the sector. We dive into the DJIA to see if the holiday spirits will arrive.

02-12-2025 16:04 GMT by Elior Manier

Markets Today: Euro Area Inflation Edges Higher, Gold Retreats Below $4200/oz. FTSE 100 Eyes Gains

A daily market briefing covering November 2025 Euro Area inflation (up to 2.2%), a retreat in gold prices, and mixed stock performance in Asia and Europe. The report notes Bayer's 15% surge, a steady US dollar, and technical analysis for the FTSE 100

02-12-2025 10:31 GMT by Zain Vawda

US Stocks stumble: Markets catch a cold to start December

Access levels and technicals for the Dow Jones, S&P 500 and Nasdaq. While a late-month rebound erased most losses, risk-appetite is still hesitant to start the new month. The rebound was based on a surge in expected Federal Reserve rate cuts, but the downside risk remains significant if the upcoming Core PCE comes in hot. Low volume from the Thanksgiving holiday sets the stage for a volatile open, with Cryptos and Tech leading the downside.

01-12-2025 16:48 GMT by Elior Manier

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Latest on cryptocurrencies

Explore the volatile world of cryptocurrencies. From Bitcoin to Ethereum and XRP, find the latest crypto news here.

Bitcoin, Interest Rates, and Trump: A Crypto Market Review 2024-2025

Bitcoin (BTC/USD) Price Alert: Bitcoin Breaks Major Resistance - Next Stop $100,000?

Bitcoin (BTC/USD) breaks $93,000 driven by the Federal Reserve's end of Quantitative Tightening (QT), Vanguard's new access to crypto ETFs, and bullish technical signals. The confluence of institutional demand and macroeconomic shifts suggests a move toward $100,000, despite immediate market fragility and low liquidity

03-12-2025 19:57 GMT by Zain Vawda

Crypto recovery: Dead Cat Bounce or the start of a Buy-the-Dip?

Cryptocurrencies are bouncing back strongly, with Bitcoin reclaiming a major psychological level after a period of intense selling. Low volumes persist, but selling flows are reducing. The question for traders is whether this is a dip to buy or a dead cat bounce, especially after the terrible monthly open fueled by MicroStrategy investor panic. Solana (SOL), Ethereum (ETH) and Bitcoin (BTC) Technical Levels.

02-12-2025 17:30 GMT by Elior Manier

Powell's likely successor, continued crypto downside & BoJ monetary policy

Looking ahead to a fresh week of trading, join OANDA Senior Market Analyst Kelvin Wong and podcast host Jonny Hart as they discuss the latest market developments after the Asian session, including predictions on Fed Chair Jerome Powell's likely successor, recent dollar performance, crypto markets and more.

01-12-2025 15:17 GMT by Christian Norman

The Crypto Bloodbath Stalls: Is a Bottom In?

The crypto bloodbath has stalled, suggesting a definitive bottom may be in. After plunging to stark lows (Bitcoin $80K, Ethereum $2,800), prices are recovering, driven by dip-buying off key technical areas. Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs saw their first renewed inflows after six weeks of outflows, pushing the Total Market Cap back above the pivotal $3 trillion mark. Analysis focuses on BTC and ETH weekly and 8H charts.

24-11-2025 20:19 GMT by Elior Manier

New dovish commentary from Fed Williams, bitcoin continues to slide and the week ahead

In today’s episode, join TraderNick and podcast host Jonny Hart as they discuss the latest market developments, including fresh dovish commentary from Fed officials, a continued slide in bitcoin price, and the so-called ‘AI bubble’.

21-11-2025 19:01 GMT by Christian Norman

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Latest on commodities

Find out how supply and demand factors, geopolitical events, weather patterns and technical indicatiors influence prices on commodities like oil, gold, silver, metals and more.

WTI Rangebound: How Stalled Peace Talks & OPEC Strategy Will Shape the Oil Market

WTI's rangebound struggle is analyzed, fueled by renewed geopolitical risk from Ukrainian strikes on Russian oil infrastructure and stalled peace talks, which are balancing out high stockpiles and OPEC strategy. The article discusses Thursday's 1% price climb to $59.70, suggests the downside is favored in the forward outlook, and includes technical analysis on WTI.

05-12-2025 00:15 GMT by Zain Vawda

Gold (XAU/USD) Price Reclaims $4200/oz Handle. Are Bulls Ready for a Test of $4300/oz?

03-12-2025 15:13 GMT by Zain Vawda

Gold Price Forecast: Bullion retreats to $4,205 on profit-taking; US data hints at December rate cut

Falling to $4,205, down 0.63%, gold pricing has retraced from recent highs in today’s trading. Having recently painted new six-week highs, rallying from support at $4,056, downside in today’s session can be considered primarily technical profit-taking. While the fundamental footing for precious metals remains firm, recent US data, particularly in the US labour market, continues to add to the dovish narrative, bolstering metal pricing. What’s next for gold?

02-12-2025 22:42 GMT by Christian Norman

Silver (XAG/USD) is the sole performer, heading toward a new ATH

Silver (XAG/USD) Technical Analysis: What was thought to be a temporary top was merely a shallow retracement, as Silver surged to new record highs on dovish Federal Reserve hopes. While Gold, Platinum, and Copper are correcting lower, Silver is showing remarkable relative strength. We dive into the charts to determine if this breakout is strong enough to continue.

02-12-2025 20:47 GMT by Elior Manier

Markets Today: Euro Area Inflation Edges Higher, Gold Retreats Below $4200/oz. FTSE 100 Eyes Gains

02-12-2025 10:31 GMT by Zain Vawda

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Latest on stocks

Keep up to date with everything happening in the stock market from market trends to market investment.

AI Leaders Outlook: Technical Analysis of Meta and Nvidia Stocks

Meta and Nvidia Technical Analysis: Stock Markets are seeing extreme caution, with conflicting jobs data creating macro confusion. The key debate remains: Is the rally led by the "Magnificent Seven" an AI Bubble or the start of a new Market Supercycle? We dive into the specific stories of Meta and Nvidia to see if the technicals align with the promise of the supercycle.

04-12-2025 17:25 GMT by Elior Manier

Soft ADP payrolls, AI & semiconductor stocks and Hassett at 75% odds to succeed Powell

03-12-2025 16:11 GMT by Christian Norman

Nasdaq 100: 8% sell-off damages medium-term uptrend, potential multi-week corrective decline ahead

The US stock market suffered its sharpest reversal since April as Nvidia’s post-earnings rally collapsed, erasing nearly $400 billion in market value and triggering broad tech-led selling. The Nasdaq 100 now faces mounting downside risk, with weakening market breadth and bearish technical signals pointing to a potential medium-term downturn as sentiment deteriorates across major US indices.

21-11-2025 10:24 GMT by Kelvin Wong

September NFP, Bitcoin, NVIDIA earnings and BoE rate cut bets

Today, we discuss the previously postponed September Nonfarm payrolls report, yesterday’s UK inflation numbers, Nvidia earnings, and a sharp fall in crypto value, with bitcoin under $90,000.

20-11-2025 18:12 GMT by Christian Norman

Market fakeout: Nvidia rally fades as US Stocks reverse

Stock Markets are posting a V-shape reversal of the prior morning action as the Fed hawkish repricing hurts sentiment. Traders are fading the Nvidia earnings. Not a good sign.

20-11-2025 17:18 GMT by Elior Manier

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