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Fed's Warsh and Ceasefire-end triggers Market Double tops – Dow Jones and US Stock Market Outlook

S&P 500, Dow Jones, Nasdaq Analysis and Trading Levels: Wall Street's bullish momentum stalls as the odds for an April 30 US-Iran peace deal plummet below 30% amid a standoff over the Strait of Hormuz blockade. Meanwhile, Fed Chair nominee Kevin Warsh's Senate testimony on balance sheet reform weighs on equities, forming intraday double-tops across benchmarks. Explore an intraday technical analysis of the markets as the Wednesday ceasefire deadline ticks closer.

21-04-2026 16:23 GMT by Elior Manier

The Dollar is forecasting tougher times ahead – EUR/USD, AUD/USD & Dollar Index (DXY) overview

US Dollar, AUD/USD and EUR/USD Analysis: The US Dollar halts its post-ceasefire decline, signaling potential turbulence ahead as tomorrow's critical peace deadline looms. While a hot NZ CPI report and rate hike pricing buoy the Kiwi, fading hopes for a swift US-Iran deal revive safe-haven demand across the broader currency market. Explore a technical analysis of the Dollar Index, EUR/USD, and AUD/USD to navigate the evolving trend.

21-04-2026 14:08 GMT by Elior Manier

Tesla (TSLA) Q1 2026 Earnings Preview: Is the ‘AI powerhouse’ narrative enough to offset waning auto demand?

Tesla's Q1 2026 earnings preview hinges on the shift from EV maker to AI powerhouse. Despite missed deliveries and margin pressure, the focus is on a $20B CapEx for FSD, Robotaxi, and Optimus. The stock's fate depends on a credible path to autonomy and improving software margins.

21-04-2026 13:04 GMT by Zain Vawda

Chart alert: Bullish flag formation in Copper (XCU/USD) as 2nd US-Iran peace talks loom

Copper (XCU/USD) remains supported after a 17% rally from March lows, driven by improving risk sentiment amid US–Iran ceasefire optimism. Price action is consolidating in a bullish flag pattern, suggesting potential continuation higher. A breakout above 6.0680 may trigger further upside toward 6.29, while downside risks remain if key support at 5.8790 fails. Strong global manufacturing activity continues to underpin demand, reinforcing copper’s constructive outlook.

21-04-2026 10:07 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Chart alert: NZD/USD’s 3-day decline ends, potential bullish reversal above 0.5846 key support

NZD/USD is showing signs of a bullish reversal after holding above key support at 0.5846, supported by stronger-than-expected inflation and rising expectations of RBNZ rate hikes. Yield spreads are turning in favour of the kiwi, reinforcing upside momentum. A break above 0.5929 could drive gains toward 0.6030, while a drop below 0.5846 may trigger a short-term pullback.

21-04-2026 03:59 GMT by Kelvin Wong

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Confusion regarding the Peace process continues – North American Session Market Wrap for April 20

April 20th, 2026 North-American Session Recap – The Market opens with anxiety but an ever-so-bullish sentiment helps to rebound. Uncertainty remains for the soon-expiring Ceasefire. Check up the latest trends and developments, daily asset and FX performance, what changed fundamentally and what's coming up in the session ahead.

20-04-2026 21:06 GMT by Elior Manier

Metals in focus with Ceasefire uncertainty – Silver (XAG/USD) & Gold (XAU/USD) intraday outlook

XAU/USD, XAG/USD Outlook: Traditional safe havens face an identity crisis as the April 22 US-Iran ceasefire deadline approaches without a finalized deal. While Gold could explode higher if peace talks collapse and oil remains contained below the $100 mark, industrial-leaning metals like Silver face heavy downside risks at their current relative highs. Explore an intraday technical analysis of XAG/USD and XAU/USD to navigate this binary environment.

20-04-2026 19:12 GMT by Elior Manier

ECB waits for signals from the economy. War with Iran raises risks to inflation and growth in the euro area

The ECB is monitoring the economic impact of the Iran conflict, warning that higher energy prices could weaken euro area growth and increase inflation risks.

20-04-2026 18:50 GMT by Krzysztof Kamiński

Bitcoin's (BTC/USD) Price Outlook: Bitcoin shrugs off sluggishness and targets recent highs. Is $80000 a possibility?

Bitcoin (BTC/USD) reclaims $76000, maintaining a strong bullish technical structure above the daily MA support sandwich. The analysis examines the daily and H4 charts, outlining the path for a move toward $80000 and the $82133 hurdle. Includes key support/resistance levels

20-04-2026 18:42 GMT by Zain Vawda

Back at all-time highs, Investors take a break – Dow Jones and US Stock Market Outlook

S&P 500, Dow Jones, Nasdaq Analysis and Trading Levels: Euphoria cools across US equities as a critical Wednesday deadline for the US-Iran ceasefire approaches. As JD Vance kicks off high-stakes negotiations in Islamabad and energy markets hold WTI near $90, a glaring divergence between the lagging Dow Jones and tech-heavy benchmarks highlights growing skepticism among smart money. Explore the critical technical levels for the major indexes ahead of this pivotal week.

20-04-2026 16:01 GMT by Elior Manier

Markets Today: Oil surges 6% as sentiment sours, Nikkei rises. US-Iran developments in focus

Geopolitical tensions between the US and Iran are roiling global markets, with oil prices surging and risk assets dropping. The US dollar strengthened on safe-haven bids as the ceasefire narrative crumbled. The outlook hinges on upcoming negotiations, a key Fed appointment, and US Retail Sales data. Expect a defensive DXY in the 98.00–98.50 range.

20-04-2026 10:49 GMT by Zain Vawda

Chart alert: Nasdaq 100 gap-down stalled above 26,288/142 key support, bulls are still in control

Nasdaq 100 remains in a strong bullish trend despite a recent gap-down triggered by renewed US–Iran tensions. The index has stabilised above key support at 26,288, with improving market breadth reinforcing upside momentum. A sustained hold above support keeps the path open toward 27,140/27,380, while a breakdown below 26,142 could trigger a short-term correction.

20-04-2026 07:39 GMT by Kelvin Wong

A real peace process or a fantasy? – Markets Weekly Outlook

A week ahead preview: The Peace repricing continues and Bulls can't get enough, with an upcoming second round of US-Iran talks expected to produce significant results this weekend. Get ready for the upcoming week by looking at the past week's Market performance, what changed and the key events to expect in next week)

17-04-2026 20:05 GMT by Elior Manier

USD/JPY forms a major Head & Shoulders pattern as Oil crumbles – FX Analysis

USD/JPY Technical Analysis: The Japanese Yen enters corrective phase as the US and Iran announce the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, easing the immense pressure on Asia's energy imports. With the Bank of Japan's rate hike expectations fading and a bearish Head and Shoulders pattern taking shape, traders weigh an end to the US Dollar's recent dominance. Explore a multi-timeframe analysis of the Gopher.

17-04-2026 15:56 GMT by Elior Manier

Chart alert: The laggard Dow Jones (DJIA) is in the process of a bullish catch-up above 47,895 key support

The Dow Jones Industrial Average is showing signs of a bullish catch-up as improving macro conditions support upside momentum. After lagging other US indices, stabilisation in the yield curve is boosting financial sector outlooks. Technically, the DJIA is holding above key support at 47,895, with a break above 48,850 opening the path toward 49,715/49,835, while downside risks remain if support levels fail.

17-04-2026 09:50 GMT by Kelvin Wong

The Resilient FTSE 100: Navigating consolidation and intraday scenarios for April 17

FTSE 100 technical analysis for April 17. The index maintains a resilient bullish posture, consolidating above 10000. Get the full breakdown of daily structural strength, RSI momentum, and detailed H1 session scenarios. Key resistance is 10786, with bulls remaining in control as long as 10500 holds.

17-04-2026 06:41 GMT by Zain Vawda

Chart alert: Gold (XAU/USD) potential bullish breakout above $4,900

Gold (XAU/USD) is poised for a potential breakout above $4,900 as improving macro conditions support bullish momentum. A softer US dollar, rising Fed rate cut expectations, and falling real yields are creating a favourable backdrop. After lagging equities, gold may stage a catch-up rally, with technical signals pointing to further upside toward $5,100 if resistance is cleared.

17-04-2026 06:09 GMT by Kelvin Wong

NZD/USD Technical Outlook: Bulls stare down major resistance, bullish bias hinges on the 0.5821 pivot

NZD/USD faces its sternest test yet at the 0.5918-0.5920 resistance cluster. This technical analysis explores whether bulls can force a structural breakout or if H4 RSI divergence will trigger a corrective pullback to 0.5821. Key support and resistance levels, along with detailed bullish and bearish trading scenarios are provided.

16-04-2026 22:24 GMT by Zain Vawda

Markets take a "break" before US-Iran second rounds of talks – North American Session Market Wrap for April 16

April 16th, 2026 North-American Session Recap – Traders are taking a break from recent extreme positivity seen across assets and paused US-Iran advancements. Check up the latest trends and developments, daily asset and FX performance, what changed fundamentally and what's coming up in the session ahead.

16-04-2026 21:12 GMT by Elior Manier

WTI and Brent Oil bounce with US-Iran news still awaited – What's next? Intraday Analysis

WTI and Brent Oil update: Energy markets navigate complex supply dynamics as the ongoing pricing of a US-Iran peace deal fuels a frantic equity rally. While stock markets surge, crude oil faces a massive disconnect between real-world physical demand and futures pricing, marked by steep backwardation and regional supply shortages in Asia. Explore an intraday technical analysis of WTI and Brent, outlining scenarios for potential breakouts or breakdowns.

16-04-2026 19:35 GMT by Elior Manier