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Canada Deal and peace in the Middle East – Market wrap for the North American session - October 8

October 8th North-American Session Recap – Carry trades back on? Peace in the Middle East is getting closer and a US-Canada trade deal could be getting closer. Check up the Daily asset and FX performance, what changed fundamentally and what's coming up tomorrow.

08-10-2025 20:38 GMT by Elior Manier

North American mid-week Market update – US-Canada deal approaching

Mid-Week update for North-American Markets – North American currencies regain some strength with the US-Canada Deal approaching and better Diplomatic outlooks for the US with Middle East peace also close. Taking a look at NA index and currency performance combined with a USDCAD intraday chart to spot what's next for American Markets.

08-10-2025 19:45 GMT by Elior Manier

What to take from the October 2025 FOMC Minutes

The September FOMC Minutes reaffirmed the Fed’s patient stance on rate cuts, noting that while financial conditions have eased, inflation risks persist. Policymakers highlighted stronger GDP projections through 2028 and rising employment concerns. With the ongoing US government shutdown clouding incoming data, the Fed remains cautious but open to future easing if conditions allow.

08-10-2025 18:36 GMT by Elior Manier

AUD/USD Forecast: Navigating US Government Shutdown & Technical Signals

This article analyzes the AUD/USD forecast, considering the impact of a potential US government shutdown and technical signals. It explores whether the Aussie Dollar is poised for gains, examining factors like RBA rate holds, Fed rate cuts, and commodity market rallies. Technical analysis highlights key support and resistance levels, while client sentiment data offers a contrarian view.

08-10-2025 18:15 GMT by Zain Vawda

USD/CHF breaks above 0.80000 key level on dollar upside - Potential targets and price forecast

Finding support yesterday, USD/CHF trades 0.54% higher in today’s session, at 0.80251, crucially above the key level of 0.8000 for the first time since late September. In recent memory, the 0.80000 psychological level has presented a key area of resistance; therefore, the subsequent few sessions remain as important as ever if bullish momentum is to be sustained.

08-10-2025 17:37 GMT by Christian Norman

Weakness showdown: NZD vs JPY in the FX markets

Two major currencies are under pressure in today’s volatile Forex session. The New Zealand dollar slumped after the RBNZ shocked markets with a 50 bps rate cut, deepening concerns about economic fragility. Meanwhile, Japan’s newly elected LDP leader faces coalition struggles, fueling political uncertainty that has reversed the yen’s pre-election gains.

08-10-2025 15:55 GMT by Elior Manier

Gold (XAU/USD) Prices Up 1.5% on the Day. Is Gold's $4,000 Breakout Sustainable?

Gold's price has surged past $4,000/oz in 2025, driven by easy monetary policies, central bank buying, and rising global tensions. This article explores the factors propelling this rally, including geopolitical instability, macro bets on future monetary policy, and institutional demand, as well as a look at the technical analysis picture.

08-10-2025 14:54 GMT by Zain Vawda

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Who said that the USD and Gold can't rally together?

Explore a DXY analysis as a rare alignment is unfolding as both Gold and the US Dollar rally sharply — a move driven by shifting global risk sentiment and fading expectations for rapid US rate cuts. While political instability in Japan and Europe fuels demand for safe havens, the USD finds renewed strength from relative resilience in US data and a less dovish Federal Reserve.

08-10-2025 14:16 GMT by Elior Manier

Markets Today: Gold Sails Past $4000/oz, Yen Slides to Fresh Lows & RBNZ Deliver 50 bps Rate Cut. DAX Ready to Rally?

Markets Today: Gold sails past $4000/oz, Yen slides to fresh lows, and RBNZ delivers a 50 bps rate cut. Asian stocks retreat, while European markets see gains led by banking and energy sectors. Oil prices climb, and the dollar strengthens. The article also covers the economic calendar, DAX Index analysis.

08-10-2025 08:02 GMT by Zain Vawda

AUD/NZD: On the brink of a major bullish breakout above 1.1470 as RBNZ remains dovish

The AUD/NZD pair is approaching a major bullish breakout above 1.1470, driven by the RBNZ’s unexpectedly dovish stance and a widening AU–NZ yield spread. The RBNZ delivered a larger 50-bps rate cut, signalling openness to further easing to boost demand. Meanwhile, strengthening Australian yields and momentum indicators suggest potential for further upside, with 1.1510 as the next resistance in the short term.

08-10-2025 05:54 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Risk-off flows two years after the massacre – Market wrap for the North American session - October 7

October 7th North-American Session Recap – Risk-off Markets two years after the tragic events in the Middle East. Check up the Daily asset and FX performance, what changed fundamentally and what's coming up tomorrow.

07-10-2025 21:15 GMT by Elior Manier

Crazy crypto week: Digital Markets slide, altcoins under pressure

Crypto markets are facing a sharp reversal after yesterday’s euphoric rally. Bitcoin has fallen below $121,000, dragging most altcoins lower, with total market cap down over $170B. Despite the setback, the broader crypto structure remains intact, with top coins like ETH, SOL, and XRP still holding near their cycle highs while BNB stands out as the only gainer.

07-10-2025 20:05 GMT by Elior Manier

Dow Jones (DJ30) cools off all-time highs as US government shutdown rumbles on - Potential targets and price forecast

Cooling from all-time highs, the Dow Jones (DJ30) trades 0.33% lower in today’s session, at around $46,594. Having found support early August, US equities have staged a formidable rally since, despite a somewhat questionable cocktail of macroeconomic themes.

07-10-2025 19:00 GMT by Christian Norman

Risk-off session: What's going on in markets?

Markets are showing renewed volatility as risk-off flows dominate midday trading. Equities opened higher but quickly reversed as shutdown fears deepen and treasury buying accelerates. With Gold also paring gains, today’s move reflects a complex mix of profit-taking, uncertainty, and positioning shifts ahead of key political updates.

07-10-2025 16:31 GMT by Elior Manier

RBNZ Preview: Why a 50bps Cut is on the Table

The RBNZ is set to announce its latest interest rate decision. With disappointing economic data, market participants are split between a 25bps and 50bps cut. This article explores the arguments for each scenario, the potential impact on the NZD, and the broader economic context influencing the Monetary Policy Committee's decision.

07-10-2025 15:53 GMT by Zain Vawda

USDCAD steadies as Carney-Trump meeting boosts North American currencies

Canada’s trade data missed expectations again, but optimism over a potential easing of tariffs during today’s Carney-Trump meeting is lifting both the US and Canadian dollars. With the loonie at its weakest level against the euro since 2009, traders are watching USDCAD for fresh multi-timeframe opportunities.

07-10-2025 14:59 GMT by Elior Manier

EUR/USD Slides on French Political Turmoil and USD Rebound, Lagarde/Fed Speakers Up Next

EUR/USD continued its slide this morning due to US Dollar strength and French political drama. President Macron has given the outgoing Prime Minister until Wednesday to get parliament to agree on a new prime minister. The US Dollar's resilience is attributed to a high one-week interest rate and an IMF report. Technically, EUR/USD is approaching a key confluence level, with support at 1.1584 and resistance at 1.1700.

07-10-2025 09:42 GMT by Zain Vawda

Nikkei 225: Rallied above 48,000, key levels to watch next as new Japanese PM ignites bulls

The Nikkei 225 extended its bullish momentum, surging 6.5% to a record high of 48,668 as markets priced in expansionary fiscal policies under Japan’s incoming Prime Minister, Sanae Takaichi. The steepening of Japan’s government bond yield curves continues to support the rally, reinforcing a bullish medium-term outlook. Key support sits at 45,930, with potential upside targets at 50,090–51,220 amid a risk of minor corrective pullback.

07-10-2025 08:34 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Markets Today: Yen Hits Two-Month Lows, DXY Continues Advance, Gold Retreats. DAX Eyes Return to Support

This article covers today's market movements, including Asian tech stock advances, European energy sector gains, the weakening Japanese Yen, and record-high gold prices. It also provides an economic calendar and a technical outlook for the DAX index.

07-10-2025 07:50 GMT by Zain Vawda

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Cryptos and Metals are bullies – Market wrap for the North American session - October 6

October 6th North-American Session Recap – Metals, Tech and Cryptos dominate the session. Check up the Daily asset and FX performance, what changed fundamentally and what's coming up tomorrow.

06-10-2025 21:01 GMT by Elior Manier