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Borrowed peace pays hefty interest – North American Session Market Wrap for March 27

March 27th, 2026 North-American Session Recap – After a hopeful week, the theme is souring again, as Traders prepare for a heavy week and an even heavier weekend. Check up the latest trends and developments, daily asset and FX performance, what changed fundamentally and what's coming up in the session ahead.

27-03-2026 20:45 GMT by Elior Manier

US: Inflation is rising, the Fed is waiting, and forecasts are getting weaker

U.S. economy faces growing pressure as inflation rises, energy prices surge, and economists cut growth forecasts. Higher fuel costs, weaker consumer spending, and a softer labor market are increasing concerns about the country’s economic resilience.

27-03-2026 18:07 GMT by Krzysztof Kamiński

Stocks reach new lows as War goes on – Dow Jones and US Stock Market Outlook

S&P 500, Dow Jones, Nasdaq Analysis and Trading Levels: Equities face intense risk-aversion as the Nasdaq and S&P 500 hit new conflict lows, dropping over 1% on the session. Surging Brent crude above $110 reawakens inflation fears while the impending weekend arrival of a 4,500-strong Marine fleet escalates geopolitical anxiety. Explore an intraday technical analysis of the markets.

27-03-2026 16:53 GMT by Elior Manier

Gold (XAU/USD) bounces despite the Oil rally, a first since the US-Iran War – In-depth outlook

Gold (XAU/USD) update: Following a steep 25% correction, the Bullion emerges as the sole rallying asset while stocks, bonds, and other metals struggle – Weekend risk is approaching! As WTI Oil rebounds to $98 amid escalating Middle East conflict fears, the 200-Day MA provides critical technical demand. Explore a high-level intraday analysis of the commodity.

27-03-2026 14:49 GMT by Elior Manier

Chart alert: WTI crude oil minor pullback over, start of new bullish leg for breakout above $102.25

WTI crude oil is signalling the end of its recent pullback, with price action turning bullish above 20-day moving average and reclaiming $93.70 resistance. Deepening backwardation reflects tightening near-term supply amid escalating US–Iran tensions, reinforcing upside pressure. A breakout above $102.25 could trigger a fresh rally toward $111–$124, while downside risks remain if $85.50 support fails.

27-03-2026 10:02 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Markets Today: Risk-Off sentiment supports the Dollar as US consumer sentiment data lies ahead

Global markets react to Middle East tensions, supporting a strong US Dollar amidst 'higher-for-longer' energy price expectations and potential US rate hikes. European and Asian indices are mixed, though oil prices cooled slightly. UK retail sales fell less than expected. Investors are focused on US consumer sentiment data, specifically inflation expectations, to gauge future Fed policy

27-03-2026 09:23 GMT by Zain Vawda

Chart alert: EUR/USD found support above 1.1495, potential push up towards “Expanding Wedge” range resistance

EUR/USD is stabilising above the key 1.1495 support as fading US dollar momentum and a hawkish European Central Bank outlook drive potential upside. The US Dollar Index remains capped near resistance, while narrowing discount yield spreads favour the euro. A break above 1.1573 could trigger a rebound toward 1.1635 and 1.1673, but downside risks remain if support fails, exposing 1.1455 and 1.1400 in the near term.

27-03-2026 06:36 GMT by Kelvin Wong

GBP/USD Chart Alert: Bull flag pattern in play ahead of retail sales data

Technical analysis on GBP/USD shows a bull flag pattern with potential for a 100-pip rally, but the pair remains pressured by USD strength fueled by Middle East ceasefire strains and caution following President Trump's delay of Iran's energy plant destruction. The price must clear the 100 and 200 SMAs for a breakout. Traders also await UK retail sales data.

26-03-2026 22:54 GMT by Zain Vawda

Hopes are never enough these days – North American Session Market Wrap for March 26

March 26th, 2026 North-American Session Recap – Hope can never fully hold such uncertain Markets. All assets struggle as traders brace for re-escalation. Check up the latest trends and developments, daily asset and FX performance, what changed fundamentally and what's coming up in the session ahead.

26-03-2026 20:04 GMT by Elior Manier

Too soon for a Crypto bounce – Bitcoin (BTC) & Ethereum (ETH) Outlook

Cryptocurrency update: Bitcoin and Ethereum struggle as a bearish turn sweeps across all risk assets amid rising inflationary fears and a strong US Dollar. Following Bitcoin's failed attempt to breach the $75,000 level after the 20 millionth BTC issuance, the broader altcoin market faces intense selling pressure. Explore an intraday technical analysis of the cryptocurrencies.

26-03-2026 19:01 GMT by Elior Manier

Chart Alert: META down 7%, GOOGL breaks key support. What comes next for the tech heavyweights?

Meta Platforms and Alphabet (Google) shares are plummeting due to a combination of factors: a landmark social media addiction verdict, continued workforce restructuring at Meta, and investor anxiety over Alphabet's massive AI capital expenditures ("CapEx Trap"). The technical outlook for both stocks has turned distinctly bearish.

26-03-2026 16:47 GMT by Zain Vawda

Optimism fades and Nasdaq burns its wings – Dow Jones and US Stock Market Outlook

S&P 500, Dow Jones, Nasdaq Analysis and Trading Levels: Cautious optimism fades as US-Iran indirect talks stall and the conflict threatens to stretch into its fifth week. As the Strait of Hormuz blockade keeps Oil prices elevated, tech giants like Nvidia and Meta face steep selloffs, threatening to resume the broader equity downtrend. Explore an intraday technical analysis of the markets.

26-03-2026 16:30 GMT by Elior Manier

Logical skepticism for peace pulls the Petrodollar higher – EUR/USD, AUD/USD and Dollar Index (DXY) overview

US Dollar, AUD/USD and EUR/USD Analysis: The Global Reserve currency holds strong as the Petrodollar correlation returns and sentiment worsens. With WTI Oil rebounding toward the pivotal $95 level and a massive US Marine fleet arriving in the Arabian Sea, market sentiment quickly sours. Explore an intraday technical analysis of the Dollar Index, EUR/USD, and AUD/USD.

26-03-2026 14:19 GMT by Elior Manier

Chart alert: Gold (XAU/USD) bearish trend resumes below $4,620 as stagflation and oil strength weigh

Gold (XAU/USD) remains under pressure after a sharp 15% drop and a short-lived rebound, with the latest bounce likely a dead cat bounce. Strength in WTI crude oil and rising stagflation risks are reinforcing downside momentum, as higher rates increase the opportunity cost of holding gold.

26-03-2026 08:16 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Any progress in negotiations? Markets are stuck – North American Session Market Wrap for March 25

March 25th, 2026 North-American Session Recap – Volatility stalls further, soothing global assets as Traders await for more clarity. Check up the latest trends and developments, daily asset and FX performance, what changed fundamentally and what's coming up in the session ahead.

25-03-2026 20:36 GMT by Elior Manier

Fragile optimism stands in Equities, what's next? – Dow Jones and US Stock Market Outlook

S&P 500, Dow Jones, Nasdaq Analysis and Trading Levels: Stock Markets attempt to price in a cautiously optimistic narrative as President Trump signals a four-to-five-week deadline for the Middle East conflict. However, Iran’s rejection of a 15-point plan and WTI Oil stalling its descent near $88 keep markets weighed down. Explore an intraday technical analysis of the markets.

25-03-2026 19:34 GMT by Elior Manier

A better mood is soothing markets, but will it last? – North American Mid-Week Market Update

Mid-Week update for North-American Markets – After the 4th week of conflict, the trends are starting to dissipate and sentiment is rebounding. 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.

25-03-2026 14:58 GMT by Elior Manier

UK February Inflation: stable headline rate masks rising retail and housing costs, GBP/USD steady

UK annual inflation held steady at 3% in February 2026, but underlying data shows rising retail and housing costs offset by cheaper fuel. The BoE faces pressure as public inflation expectations surge amid global tensions. Technically, GBP/USD is in a "squeeze" between key averages and poised for a breakout.

25-03-2026 08:00 GMT by Zain Vawda

Global markets swing on US–Iran war headlines as risk-on rally falters – a cross analysis on S&P 500, US Dollar Index, AUD/USD, and WTI crude

S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 remain volatile as conflicting US–Iran war headlines drive sharp reversals. The US Dollar Index stays supported, AUD/USD weakens, and WTI crude oil holds key support, signaling fragile sentiment and no confirmed risk-on trend.

25-03-2026 06:31 GMT by Kelvin Wong

AUD/USD: The technical squeeze between 0.6980 and 0.7070

AUD/USD remains under pressure after softer Australian CPI data (3.7%) failed to dispel RBA rate hike expectations. The pair is technically "coiled" between 0.6980 and 0.7070, with US Dollar moves and geopolitical sentiment driving near-term direction. We analyze the bearish and bullish breakout cases.

25-03-2026 02:32 GMT by Zain Vawda