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Meta Platforms (META) Q3 earnings preview: Can AI returns justify surging infrastructure spending?

Meta Platforms (META) heads into Q3 2026 earnings as investors assess whether AI monetisation and advertising growth can justify surging infrastructure spending. With revenue expected to rise 23.6% year-on-year to US$63.34 billion, attention turns to operating margins, free cash flow and 2027 capex guidance. Technically, META's bullish momentum remains intact above 653.17 pivotal support, while a breakout above 734.84 could expose the next resistance zone at 777.60/793.70.

21-10-2026 01:54 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Tesla Ahead of Q3 2026 Earnings: strong deliveries, weakening demand in China, and a major test for Cybercab

Tesla is set to report its Q3 2026 earnings on October 21 after beating vehicle delivery expectations. Strong exports from China, accelerating Cybercab development, and growing energy storage ambitions highlight the company's potential, while margin pressure, weakening domestic demand in China, and regulatory challenges remain key risks for investors.

20-10-2026 08:15 GMT by Krzysztof Kamiński

XAU/USD Technical & Macro Outlook: October 2026

This article provides a technical and macroeconomic outlook for XAU/USD (Gold) as of October 2026. It analyzes the interplay between hawkish central bank expectations—driven by persistent U.S. inflation (3.7% CPI)—and gold’s long-term bullish technical structure. Highlights include FedWatch interest rate probabilities, key technical levels (support at 4,000–4,120, resistance at 4,260–4,408), a bullish flag pattern within a broader uptrend, and recent COT sentiment data.

20-10-2026 01:54 GMT by Moheb Hanna

CoreWeave under pressure from mounting debt as rising borrowing costs worry investors

CoreWeave shares are under heavy pressure as mounting debt, soaring borrowing costs, and refinancing risks raise concerns about the sustainability of its AI infrastructure expansion. Despite strong demand and a $104 billion contract backlog, investors are questioning the company's financial outlook.

16-10-2026 16:05 GMT by Krzysztof Kamiński

Fed and ECB: December rate hikes look increasingly likely

Persistent inflation is strengthening the case for December rate hikes by both the Fed and the ECB. US core price pressures remain stubborn, while European policymakers increasingly favour further tightening. For EUR/USD, the key will be which central bank signals a greater overall need to raise rates.

16-10-2026 16:00 GMT by Łukasz Zembik

Chart alert: Dow Jones bullish catch-up over Nasdaq 100 as AI rotation accelerates

The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) has shifted from September's laggard to October's outperformer, gaining 2.46% through 15 October versus the Nasdaq 100's 1.86% decline. Rotation away from AI-linked semiconductor stocks towards healthcare and consumer sectors is driving the Dow's relative strength. Technically, US Wall Street 30 has broken above a medium-term descending channel, with 51,950 as pivotal support and a clearance above 52,390 potentially targeting 52,687 and 53,100.

16-10-2026 09:34 GMT by Kelvin Wong

US Dollar strengthens as Fed rate hike fears grow

The US dollar remains resilient despite weakening consumer sentiment and growing concerns about the US economic outlook. Rising inflation expectations, elevated Treasury yields, and expectations of further Federal Reserve interest rate hikes continue to support the USD. Explore the latest economic data, changing Fed policy expectations, geopolitical risks, and what these developments could mean for the USD in the coming weeks.

09-10-2026 16:39 GMT by Krzysztof Kamiński

France: Debt risks are mounting

French bond spreads have narrowed, but high debt and resistance to reform continue to undermine confidence. Pressure on Italian bonds signals contagion risks. Stronger banks and ECB intervention tools reduce the likelihood of a repeat sovereign debt crisis, although lasting stability requires a credible French fiscal plan.

09-10-2026 15:27 GMT by Łukasz Zembik

JPMorgan Q3 earnings preview: Can strong banking momentum continue?

JPMorgan Chase heads into Q3 2026 earnings with a high bar after an exceptional Q2, as investors assess whether strong net interest income, Global Markets revenue and investment banking momentum can continue. Credit quality and expenses are key risks. Technically, JPM is attempting a bullish reversal above its 200-day MA, with 323.00/315.70 as pivotal support and a break above 351.55 potentially opening a retest of the 366.50 record high.

07-10-2026 05:04 GMT by Kelvin Wong

US: Softer jobs data strengthen the case for a Fed pause

US payrolls rose by just 29,000 in September, while revisions cut July and August employment by a combined 60,000. Unemployment increased to 4.2% and annual wage growth slowed to 3.0%. The report strengthens the case for an October Fed pause, potentially weighing on the dollar and Treasury yields while supporting gold.

02-10-2026 16:00 GMT by Łukasz Zembik

Geopolitics, inflation and central banks set the direction for markets

Middle East tensions and energy prices remain central to the market outlook. The US economy is supported by AI investment, while China faces weak domestic demand. Inflation may keep the Fed and ECB cautious. Bond yields could ease temporarily if energy prices fall, while longer-term fiscal pressures remain. Political risks may gradually weigh on the dollar.

25-09-2026 15:20 GMT by Łukasz Zembik

Trump-Xi summit: five issues to watch and the trading playbook

The 24 September Trump–Xi meeting could set the next direction for global risk sentiment as markets await an extension of the US–China trade truce, targeted tariff cuts and agricultural purchases. This trading playbook highlights five assets most exposed to the outcome: USD/CNH, Hang Seng Tech, AUD/USD, the Nasdaq 100, and Singapore’s STI, and explains how traders can position for a deal, disappointment, or a sell-the-fact reversal.

22-09-2026 10:18 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Chart alert: USD/JPY tests 156.13/50 resistance as hawkish Fed raises the bar for BoJ

USD/JPY has surged towards the key 156.13/50 resistance zone after a hawkish Fed rate hike reinforced the US dollar's yield advantage. Attention now turns to Japan CPI and the BoJ, where an expected hike to 1.25% may not be enough to strengthen the yen unless Governor Ueda signals further tightening. Technically, bearish RSI divergence raises reversal risk, with 155.45 acting as the key downside trigger.

17-09-2026 09:32 GMT by Kelvin Wong

United Kingdom: The Bank of England faces a difficult choice

UK inflation accelerated to 2.9% in August, while core and services inflation remained stable. The data support keeping interest rates unchanged tomorrow but do not eliminate the risk of future tightening. With wage growth slowing and the labour market weakening, the four rate hikes currently priced in by markets still appear too aggressive.

16-09-2026 13:40 GMT by Łukasz Zembik

Fed is moving closer to a september rate hike

The Federal Reserve is moving closer to a September rate hike as inflation remains elevated, oil prices rise and the U.S. economy stays strong.

11-09-2026 20:30 GMT by Krzysztof Kamiński

Chart alert: EUR/USD minor uptrend intact ahead of ECB as markets brace for 25bp rate hike

EUR/USD holds near a two-week high around 1.1640 ahead of the ECB monetary policy decision, with markets expecting a 25-basis-point rate hike to 2.50%. Attention is on Christine Lagarde's guidance as surging energy prices revive inflation risks and raise the possibility of further tightening. Technically, EUR/USD has moved back above its 200-day MA, with 1.1604 acting as the key short-term support.

10-09-2026 10:25 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Yen’s Appreciation Potential May Be Running Out

The yen’s medium-term outlook remains constructive, but much of the expected Bank of Japan tightening may already be priced in. With weak consumption limiting the scope for aggressive rate hikes, USD/JPY may consolidate near 155 unless the BoJ or Japan’s GPIF provides a fresh catalyst.

04-09-2026 13:29 GMT by Łukasz Zembik

Chart alert: USD/JPY major bearish reversal below 200-day MA

USD/JPY has staged a major bearish reversal, breaking below its 200-day moving average as the Japanese yen strengthens sharply. Support from US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent for Japanese action, hawkish BoJ commentary and renewed FX intervention risk have reinforced the move. USD/JPY may see an oversold bounce, but failure to reclaim 158.04/50 could expose 155.03 and 153.84 as the next downside targets.

03-09-2026 10:42 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Gold awaits Warsh’s Jackson Hole speech

Gold is undergoing a shallow correction ahead of Kevin Warsh’s Jackson Hole speech. A neutral stance on easing financial conditions could support another test of USD 4,775 and USD 4,890 per ounce. A hawkish message, however, could revive expectations of a September rate hike, strengthen the dollar and trigger a deeper pullback.

27-08-2026 11:05 GMT by Łukasz Zembik

NVIDIA earnings preview: AI capex, Blackwell ramp and 216.40 bullish breakout hold the key

NVIDIA heads into Q2 FY2027 earnings as the market’s key test of whether AI infrastructure demand is still accelerating fast enough to justify its US$5 trillion-plus valuation. Traders will focus on Data Centre revenue, Blackwell and Rubin execution, gross margins, Q3 guidance and AI capex sustainability. Technically, a breakout above 216.40 could revive the medium-term uptrend, while a daily close below 195.95 would weaken the bullish reversal case.

26-08-2026 05:42 GMT by Kelvin Wong