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USD/CAD forms a gigantic range after CA Employment – Will lower Oil prices endanger the CAD?

USD/CAD and EUR/CAD update: Canadian employment data delivers a steady +14.1K jobs and a lower 6.7% unemployment rate, but a hot 4.7% year-over-year wage growth keeps hawkish Bank of Canada bets alive. Meanwhile, the Loonie navigates a shifting global landscape as a sudden US-Iran ceasefire triggers a 15% plunge in WTI prices. Explore a two-timeframe technical analysis of USD/CAD and a quick look at EUR/CAD.

10-04-2026 14:41 GMT by Elior Manier

NBP expands gold reserves and moves closer to the global Top 10

The NBP increased its gold reserves in March 2026 by about 13 tons, taking advantage of a sharp price correction. Total holdings rose to around 580 tons. Despite a lower valuation due to falling prices, the central bank continues its strategy of accumulation and is now just over 30 tons away from entering the global top 10 in gold reserves.

10-04-2026 12:29 GMT by Łukasz Zembik

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Oil still plays trick, but Stocks don't care – North American Session Market Wrap for April 9

April 9th, 2026 North-American Session Recap – Markets continue to bounce higher but the ceasefire keeps playing tricks with Oil and general sentiment. A Key session is coming ahead. Check up the latest trends and developments, daily asset and FX performance, what changed fundamentally and what's coming up in the session ahead.

09-04-2026 21:09 GMT by Elior Manier

Has Crypto heard enough for a rally? Bitcoin (BTC) & Ethereum (ETH) Outlook

Crypto update: Digital assets seek steady momentum as Bitcoin hits a 50% retracement from its $120,000 record highs following the mining of its 20 millionth unit. With Crypto ETFs ending persistent outflows and the overall market cap breaching its 50-Day Moving Average, Ethereum leads the nascent recovery. Explore an intraday technical analysis of Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH).

09-04-2026 19:43 GMT by Elior Manier

Ceasefire uncertainty clears and Wall Street persists – Dow Jones and US Stock Market Outlook

S&P 500, Dow Jones, Nasdaq Analysis and Trading Levels: Stock market bulls maintain their momentum, bouncing up to 10% from war lows despite the fragility of the US-Iran ceasefire. As President Trump pressures Israel to open direct talks with Lebanon and Crude Oil eases from the $100 mark, buyers confidently step back into the market. Explore an intraday technical analysis of the major indexes.

09-04-2026 16:29 GMT by Elior Manier

US CPI Preview: US dollar index (DXY) at a critical crossroads ahead of looming CPI spike

DXY tests a critical technical support ("Golden Cross") near 98.50, constrained by volatile geopolitics and the looming CPI report, expected to show a massive 1.0% surge due to energy costs (pain at the pump).

09-04-2026 16:03 GMT by Zain Vawda

Oil just doesn't want to correct with persistent Ceasefire uncertainty – WTI Technical analysis

WTI Oil Update: Crude Oil remains on edge as initial relief from a two-week US-Iran ceasefire quickly fades. After a sharp gap lower from $118 to $92, WTI Crude is grinding back above the critical $100 level amid conflicting diplomatic narratives and headline-driven volatility. Explore an intraday technical analysis of the commodity as traders navigate a fragile geopolitical landscape.

09-04-2026 14:55 GMT by Elior Manier

Markets Today: Reality check hits markets as ceasefire fragility weighs, US PCE data in focus

The initial euphoria over the US-Iran ceasefire is replaced by caution as reports of potential breaches and Strait of Hormuz concerns cause European equities to retreat. Brent crude claws back ground to $97/bbl, suggesting an inflationary surge is "baked into" upcoming data and keeping two ECB rate hikes priced in.

09-04-2026 09:34 GMT by Zain Vawda

The Ceasefire trade is on, but clouds remain – North American Session Market Wrap for April 8

April 8th, 2026 North-American Session Recap – The ceasefire is officially on, leading to a gigantic bounce across assets. However, the truce is still very fragile. Check up the latest trends and developments, daily asset and FX performance, what changed fundamentally and what's coming up in the session ahead.

08-04-2026 21:01 GMT by Elior Manier

The Petrodollar trade is over, Dollar tumbles – EUR/USD, AUD/USD & Dollar Index (DXY) overview

US Dollar, AUD/USD and EUR/USD Analysis: The Greenback’s two-month Petrodollar rally takes a massive hit as an unexpected US-Iran ceasefire agreement shatters war-driven demand. Yesterday's truce headline sent the Dollar Index tumbling. Explore a technical analysis of the Dollar Index, EUR/USD, and AUD/USD to assess the market's decisive turn.

08-04-2026 19:59 GMT by Elior Manier

Bulls are back in vengeance after the US-Iran Ceasefire – Dow Jones and US Stock Market Outlook

S&P 500, Dow Jones, Nasdaq Analysis and Trading Levels: Stock market bulls return with a vengeance as an official US-Iran ceasefire wipes out 28 days of severe corrections. With the Nasdaq surging over 3% and the US Dollar giving up its safe-haven gains, WTI Crude Oil plummets 20% to a $92 daily bottom before creeping higher. Explore an intraday technical analysis of the markets as traders digest the 14-day temporary breather.

08-04-2026 17:36 GMT by Elior Manier

Wall Street in ecstasy! It's almost like nothing happened – North American Mid-Week Market Update

Mid-Week update for North-American Markets – The Ceasefire is officially in effect, bringing ecstatic flows into Markets and leading rough drops in the CAD and USD. 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.

08-04-2026 14:41 GMT by Elior Manier

Gold (XAU/USD) stalls at critical $4900/oz resistance as bear signal flashes

Gold's "war premium" is fading after the US-Iran ceasefire sparked a rally, now stalled near $4900 resistance. The metal faces binary risks: a truce failure could send it to $4500, while strong net-long sentiment suggests a near-term slide. Dollar softness and silver's 7% rally provide underlying support.

08-04-2026 14:37 GMT by Zain Vawda

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Ceasefire Crash: Oil tumbles 15% as US-Iran deal unwinds global 'fear trade'

A two-week US-Iran ceasefire has led to a massive relief rally in global markets, causing US Crude to tumble 15% and equities to surge. The de-escalation unwinds the "fear trade" and provides a cooling period for "War Inflation". While Gold remains resilient, the pause offers a critical window for stability, though traders should remain cautious as geopolitical headlines could quickly shift sentiment

08-04-2026 07:18 GMT by Zain Vawda

Sentiment sours but hopes remain – North American Session Market Wrap for April 7

April 7th, 2026 North-American Session Recap – The deadline approaches but rumours of a potential deal are saving the day. Check up the latest trends and developments, daily asset and FX performance, what changed fundamentally and what's coming up in the session ahead.

07-04-2026 20:11 GMT by Elior Manier

NZD/USD tests major 0.57 support ahead of RBNZ meeting – FX Technical Levels

NZD/USD Technical Analysis and RBNZ Meeting Preview: The New Zealand Dollar eases after a large drop amid energy supply concerns and a surging Petrodollar. With the RBNZ meeting approaching (key communications expected), Traders eye bullish divergences for a potential reversal. Explore a multi-timeframe analysis of the major pair.

07-04-2026 19:21 GMT by Elior Manier

Bears take the advantage but Trump saves the day – Dow Jones and US Stock Market Outlook

S&P 500, Dow Jones, Nasdaq Analysis and Trading Levels: Equity dip-buyers face a reality check as Iran rejects a ceasefire plan ahead of an 8:00 PM ET deadline, but hopes remain as Trump could push it back further. With WTI Crude breaking new weekly highs and pressuring stocks, bulls need a proper truce to reclaim the 47,000 level on the Dow Jones. Explore an intraday technical analysis of the markets

07-04-2026 16:13 GMT by Elior Manier

10 Hours to $150 Oil? The looming deadline threatening the Strait of Hormuz

Geopolitical tensions between the US and Iran have peaked with a deadline to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Reports of strikes on Kharg Island and a threat to close the Bab al-Mandeb Strait risk a massive oil supply shock, potentially driving crude prices toward $150/bbl. We break down the three key price scenarios for WTI and Brent.

07-04-2026 14:55 GMT by Zain Vawda

Markets Today: Oil retreats, Gold rises as cautious tone dominates, Trump deadline now in focus

Oil prices jump due to escalating US-Iran conflict and a deadline for the Strait of Hormuz. European stocks are muted as caution reigns and Euro Area growth slows, showing stagflationary signals. The US Dollar is strongly bid ahead of key US CPI data, supported by Fed divergence

07-04-2026 09:46 GMT by Zain Vawda

Chart alert: Japan’s Nikkei 225 is flashing bearish breakdown conditions below the 50-day MA

Japan’s Nikkei 225 has turned into a laggard as rising oil prices and prolonged US–Iran tensions fuel stagflation fears. The index has dropped over 9% since late February, weighed by Japan’s reliance on energy imports and weakening earnings outlook. Technically, Nikkei remains in a bearish descending triangle below key resistance, signalling further downside risk unless a breakout above 54,095 materialises.

07-04-2026 02:02 GMT by Kelvin Wong