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Oil surges again to $86 as Iran attacks ships in Hormuz – Intraday Analysis

WTI Oil Update: Crude prices experience a major correction from $120 highs as extreme volatility exhausts itself. Despite G7 verbal interventions pushing prices to $76, Iranian attacks on vessels in the Strait of Hormuz triggered a bounce to 87 dollars. Explore the current range through an intraday technical analysis of the commodities.

11-03-2026 14:38 GMT by Elior Manier

US Dollar Index (DXY) rises as US inflation in line with forecasts

US annual inflation holds steady at 2.4% with core inflation at a multi-year low of 2.5%. The DXY continues its upward trend. Focus shifts to the geopolitical conflict in the Middle East, which is expected to drive energy prices and heavily influence the April inflation release and global rate cut expectations.

11-03-2026 12:33 GMT by Zain Vawda

Chart alert: EUR/USD bullish reversal, watch the 1.1673 upside trigger level as US CPI looms

The EUR/USD is attempting a bullish reversal after rebounding from a four-month low of 1.1507, supported by easing oil prices and widening Eurozone–US yield spreads. Markets are also pricing a higher probability of tightening by the European Central Bank. A breakout above 1.1673 could confirm a bullish inverse head-and-shoulders pattern, with US CPI acting as the next key catalyst.

11-03-2026 10:53 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Markets Today: IEA eyes record breaking oil reserve release as US CPI looms. FTSE 100 falls at 200-day MA

Markets find stability as a proposed record IEA oil reserve release attempts to cap crude prices despite ongoing US-Iran conflict. Asian tech stocks rally, while European shares and the US dollar ease ahead of critical US CPI data. The Australian dollar surges on hawkish rate talk.

11-03-2026 08:37 GMT by Zain Vawda

Chart alert: AUD/USD bullish breakout (finally) above 0.7140, new bullish impulsive up move sequence triggered

The AUD/USD has broken above the key 0.7140 resistance, reaching a 52-week high near 0.7185 and confirming a bullish breakout. Rising commodity prices linked to the US–Iran war in 2026 and expectations of further tightening by the Reserve Bank of Australia are supporting the Australian dollar, with the next resistance levels seen at 0.7246–0.7266 and 0.7335–0.7350.

11-03-2026 06:05 GMT by Kelvin Wong

US Dollar Index (DXY): Technical picture as inflation and geopolitical uncertainty loom

Geopolitical tension in the Middle East is driving extreme volatility in the US dollar and oil prices, overshadowing the upcoming US CPI data. Markets are trying to determine if the oil price spike will be viewed by the Fed as a temporary shock or a fundamental threat requiring a "higher-for-longer" interest rate response.

10-03-2026 23:08 GMT by Zain Vawda

Metals reject their daily bounce after new Iran threats – Gold (XAU/USD) & Silver (XAG/USD) update

Gold (XAU/USD) and Silver (XAG/USD) update: Precious metals found a renewed bid as Crude fell, but their progress quickly stalled with recent Iran news. Explore an intraday technical analysis of the commodities.

10-03-2026 19:58 GMT by Elior Manier

Wall Street recovers as Oil corrects, opportunity or trap? – Dow Jones and US Index Outlook

S&P 500, Dow Jones, Nasdaq Analysis and Trading Levels: Stock Markets rebound as Oil stops rising, but the path ahead faces clouds. Stocks will need a war resolution before a more consistent rebound.

10-03-2026 16:08 GMT by Elior Manier

WTI (Oil) forms a tight range after Trump's comments – Oil Dynamics and Intraday Analysis

WTI Oil Update: Oil volatility has come down significantly after yesterday's historic session. Iran's military capabilities are now exhausting but doubts remain and the Strait of Hormuz still presents threats. With WTI prices cooling, explore intraday technical levels for WTI Levels.

10-03-2026 15:10 GMT by Elior Manier

Chart alert: Hang Seng Index recovered at 24,765, bulls need to break above 26,350

The Hang Seng Index has shown relative resilience during the US–Iran war 2026, outperforming many Asian peers as policy signals from China’s National People's Congress supported sentiment. After rebounding from 24,765 and reclaiming its 200-day moving average, the index now faces a crucial 26,350 resistance level that could determine whether a stronger bullish recovery unfolds.

10-03-2026 06:04 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Is the Petrodollar trade over after Trump's comment? EUR/USD, AUD/USD and Dollar Index (DXY) overview

US Dollar, AUD/USD and EUR/USD Analysis: The US Dollar took a turn lower after reaching 2026 highs as geopolitical tensions from the US-Iran-Israel conflict triggered a global rush for dollar liquidity. With WTI and Brent experiencing historic volatility, traders are now watching whether the Dollar’s momentum can extend further across key FX pairs.

09-03-2026 20:23 GMT by Elior Manier

Stock Markets attempt rally after overnight War tumble, Oil back to $100 – US Index Outlook

S&P 500, Dow Jones, Nasdaq Analysis and Trading Levels: Stock Markets are at a key standpoint. Overnight Futures trading marked struggled as US-Iran-Israel war enters its second week. WTI Oil gapped to $120 dollars but retraced since, helping market prospects. Stagflation fears persist as the conflict is projected to last five more weeks.

09-03-2026 16:19 GMT by Elior Manier

Gold’s (XAU/USD) Tug of War: : Oil spike, rate fears, and the battle for control

Gold (XAU/USD) is locked in a tug of war as safe-haven demand from escalating Middle East tensions battles the hawkish rate outlook fueled by soaring oil prices. This analysis reviews the impact of the Iran strikes, reduced Fed rate cut expectations, and the potential G-7 oil reserve release. We also cover the technical setup as a breakout looms.

09-03-2026 15:32 GMT by Zain Vawda

Markets Today: Brent crude futures surge 14%, STOXX 600 hits two-month lows as FTSE 100 approaches 10000 psychological level

Global markets plunge as Brent crude futures surge 14% on escalating Middle East conflict and supply fears. European shares hit two-month lows, with banking and tech stocks leading the sell-off. The US dollar soars as a safe-haven, pushing the euro and sterling lower. Investor focus shifts to US inflation reports (CPI and PCE) that are expected to reinforce a hawkish Fed and delay rate cuts. Technical analysis of the FTSE 100 is also covered.

09-03-2026 09:46 GMT by Zain Vawda

Chart alert: WTI crude oil key short-term support at $102.25 for another 20% rally

West Texas Intermediate crude oil remains highly volatile after surging to $119.54, its highest level since 2022, amid supply fears linked to the US–Iran war 2026 and potential disruption at the Strait of Hormuz. Prices later pulled back toward $103 after reports of a possible emergency reserve release by Group of Seven nations. Technicals show $102.25 as a key support level that could sustain another bullish leg.

09-03-2026 09:15 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Oil reaches $92 in a historic War squeeze – WTI Analysis

WTI Oil Update: Crude Oil spike 37% this week to $92.68 amid de facto closure of the Strait of Hormuz. Supply chain disruptions add to significant stagflation fears. The US has implemented a reinsurance facility to mitigate risks, helping to ease the rise but the commodity still closes at its highs. Explore technical levels for WTI Levels to prepare for next week.

06-03-2026 21:17 GMT by Elior Manier

Middle East escalation sends shockwaves through global energy markets

The escalation between Israel and Iran has triggered major disruption in the Persian Gulf, rattling oil and LNG markets, straining Gulf exporters, and deepening concerns over inflation and energy security.

06-03-2026 18:30 GMT by Krzysztof Kamiński

Stocks tumble after chaotic NFP and Oil action – Dow Jones & US Index Outlook

S&P 500, Dow Jones, Nasdaq Analysis and Trading Levels: Global Equity Markets maintain are under pressure as Stagflation risks intensify: Oil prices explode to 2023 highs amid the de facto closure of the Strait of Hormuz. Elevated energy costs and lower consumption confirm investor fears of squeezed margins. With a 148K NFP miss and falling GDPNow estimates, the Federal Reserve faces a growing economic storm.

06-03-2026 17:40 GMT by Elior Manier

Large NFP miss and Oil surge to $90 – A Stagflation cocktail ahead of weekend risk

Market Outlook: US Markets face a dark day as Non-Farm Payrolls miss expectations with a loss of 92,000 jobs. Combined with a miss in Retail Sales and exploding Oil prices due to Middle East tensions, stagflation fears are rising. Job losses in Goods-producing and Services sectors signal a post-holiday hangover.

06-03-2026 15:30 GMT by Elior Manier

Chart alert: Gold (XAU/USD) is down 3% for the week, but bulls may make a comeback

Gold (XAU/USD) has slipped about 3% this week despite escalating geopolitical tensions from the US–Iran war 2026. The pullback comes as rising inflation expectations driven by a surge in West Texas Intermediate crude oil pushed up the US 10-year Treasury real yield, increasing the opportunity cost of holding non-yielding gold. However, technical signals suggest the metal may attempt a short-term bullish rebound if key support holds.

06-03-2026 10:01 GMT by Kelvin Wong