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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

OPEC + Delivers Modest Output Hike, Brent Crude Rises 1.7%. What Next for Oil Prices?

OPEC+ delivers a modest output hike, leading to a rally in oil prices. However, concerns about a structural surplus in 2026 persist, with non-OPEC output growth potentially outpacing demand. Technical analysis suggests limited upside for Brent Crude.

06-10-2025 20:38 GMT by Zain Vawda

Gold (XAU/USD) set to challenge $4,000 as prices renew all-time highs in today’s session - Potential targets and price forecast

In today’s session, gold (XAU/USD) trades at $3960 per troy ounce, up an astounding +1.91%, and has yet again comfortably renewed all-time highs. With gold pricing up over 50% year-to-date, markets now turn their gaze to the key level of $4,000, having only rallied above $3,000 for the first time in history less than seven months ago.

06-10-2025 20:25 GMT by Christian Norman

US tech runs higher to start the week, but other sectors diverge – US outlook

Markets are back in risk-on mode, with Tech and Metals extending their 2025 dominance. The Nasdaq breaks above 25,000 while AI, chips, and digital infrastructure fuel optimism. European equities lag amid French instability, but growth-linked assets continue to lead this “everything rally.”

06-10-2025 20:03 GMT by Elior Manier

Bitcoin, Interest Rates, and Trump: A Crypto Market Review 2024-2025

Bitcoin breaks above $125,000 as shutdown fears brings Crypto safe-haven demand

After weeks of consolidation above $110K, Bitcoin has surged to fresh record highs near $125K. A mix of renewed safe-haven demand amid the US government shutdown, fading summer liquidity turning to fall buying, and weak selling into a resilient crypto market cap has fueled the breakout. We break down key levels for BTC.

06-10-2025 15:24 GMT by Elior Manier

Markets Today: Gold Smashes $3900/oz, Bitcoin Hits Fresh Highs as Japan Election Triggers Frenzy. DAX Eyes Potential Rally

Global markets were boosted over the weekend as stock prices soared while currencies and bonds fell. Investors turned to gold and Bitcoin for safety as Japan’s election of a pro-stimulus leader fueled expectations for aggressive fiscal spending. European stock markets were a little quiet on Monday, with the main STOXX 600 index dipping 0.1%.

06-10-2025 08:29 GMT by Zain Vawda

No NFP and Hamas accepts the deal, but... – Market wrap for the North American session - October 3

October 3rd North-American Session Recap – Geopolitical headlines and an ongoing US government shutdown led to high volatility. Check up the Daily asset and FX performance, what changed fundamentally and what's coming up tomorrow.

03-10-2025 21:05 GMT by Elior Manier

The Impact of US Tariffs on Precious Metals

Precious metals break new records to close the week – Gold (XAU) and Silver (XAG) outlook

Gold (XAU/USD) and Silver (XAG/USD) extend their record-breaking rally, fueled by a weaker US Dollar, Fed cuts, ballooning US debt, and the latest government shutdown. With Silver nearing its 2011 all-time high and Gold stretching into uncharted territory, metals show no signs of slowing. Key charts highlight how far this run could extend.

03-10-2025 19:59 GMT by Elior Manier

Markets Weekly Outlook - Navigating the US Shutdown & Global Trends as Equity Markets Continue to Soar

This "Markets Weekly Outlook" covers a week of market activity, including the impact of a US government shutdown, the performance of Wall Street, European, and Asian markets, the US Dollar's reaction, and a look ahead at key economic events. It also features a "Chart of the Week" focusing on the US Dollar Index (DXY).

03-10-2025 19:08 GMT by Zain Vawda

NZD leads G10 as Dollar weakness and China data boost sentiment

NZD outperforms G10 as USD weakens; RBNZ rate cut expected. Key drivers: Fed policy, China PMI, and risk sentiment. Outlook for NZD/USD at 0.60.

03-10-2025 17:30 GMT by Krzysztof Kamiński

The Dow Jones reaches 47,000 and breaks its Rising Wedge

US indices are pushing higher with the Dow Jones clearing 47,000 and breaking an ascending wedge pattern. A weak ISM Services PMI initially triggered selling, but markets flipped into full risk-on mode. With October’s Fed cut nearly assured and deeper 2026 cuts priced, equities shrug off shutdown risks for now.

03-10-2025 15:54 GMT by Elior Manier

Cryptocurrencies are loving the rally in Bitcoin – Crypto outlook

After weeks of volatility and profit-taking, crypto markets are finding fresh support. Bitcoin formed a higher low, altcoins surged, and diversification flows rose as the US shutdown pushed investors toward digital assets. With NFP data delayed, ETH, SOL, and XRP are now in focus on intraday charts for momentum signals.

03-10-2025 15:02 GMT by Elior Manier

USD/JPY Price Outlook: Key Levels, BoJ, and Political Risks

USD/JPY faces growing pullback risk due to external headwinds on the US Dollar and emerging structural drivers for Japanese Yen strength. The Bank of Japan's normalization path, including sustained wage growth and spreading services inflation, suggests a policy shift. Political risks from the LDP leadership election could also impact the Yen. Technical analysis shows support at 100-day MA, with resistance at 150.00.

03-10-2025 14:59 GMT by Zain Vawda

SPX 500: Bullish trend undeterred by US government shutdown, en route to 6,800/850 next

The SPX 500 remains firmly bullish despite the US government shutdown, climbing to a fresh record high of 6,745 on 3 October. Optimism is fueled by rising odds of Fed rate cuts, with markets pricing a 98% chance in October and 87% in December. The index holds above key support at 6,690, with the next targets at 6,800 and 6,850. Strong momentum and sector rotation into cyclicals reinforce the bullish trend.

03-10-2025 09:49 GMT by Kelvin Wong