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Markets Today: Commodities Extend Gains as Silver Breaches $75/oz, Japan Industrial Output Slides

A snapshot of global markets: Precious metals are on a tear with Silver breaching $75/oz due to geopolitical risks. Japan's industrial output saw its steepest contraction since Jan 2024. Asia stocks continued their end-of-year rise, while US equities are expected to open slightly lower. The report also covers oil's weekly gain

26-12-2025 09:49 GMT by Zain Vawda

2026 Stock Indices Outlook: Dow Jones, Nikkei 225, Hang Seng poised to outperform

Global equities remain resilient in 2025 despite US-China trade tensions and tariffs. Asia-Pacific leads, with South Korea’s KOSPI, Japan’s Nikkei 225, and Hong Kong’s Hang Seng posting strong gains. US tech drove Nasdaq 100 performance, while a dovish Fed may favor value stocks in 2026. Key technical levels and macro drivers signal continued bullish trends for global stock markets.

26-12-2025 05:30 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Merry Christmas to All! Markets Set for an Early Close Today

Christmas Market Update: Trading volumes thin out for the holiday, yet Platinum surges to fresh all-time highs. We review the latest US labor market data, noting seasonal distortions despite the positive beat. Plus, a teaser for 2026: The looming infrastructure hurdles facing the AI chip sector.

24-12-2025 14:14 GMT by Elior Manier

It's Christmas already for Metals – Gold (XAU/USD), Silver (XAG/USD) and Platinum (XPT/USD) Trading Levels

Precious Metals Outlook: Christmas trading brings chaotic flows, but metals are the clear winners. While stocks wobble on thin liquidity, Gold nears major milestones and Platinum surges over 7%. We analyze the holiday buying frenzy and key technical levels for XAU/USD, XAG/USD, and XPT/USD.

23-12-2025 18:00 GMT by Elior Manier

US GDP Delivers Another Christmas Surprise While Canadian Economy Contracts – Market Reactions

US & Canada Christmas Market Update: Santa delivers a surprise for the US economy while Canada is left in the cold. We dissect the blockbuster US growth figures and the import quirk behind them, contrasting this with Canada's contraction despite aggressive rate cuts. We analyze the Fed's stance and the market reaction.

23-12-2025 15:17 GMT by Elior Manier

Markets Today: Gold, Silver Extend Gains, Novo Nordisk Rises 7%+ as US GDP Data Lies Ahead

A daily market wrap on key global moves: Novo Nordisk jumps 7.6% on new weight-loss pill approval, lifting European stocks. Gold and Silver hit record highs driven by a weaker US dollar. Asia sees a flat Nikkei but rising Topix. The US dollar falls against the Euro and Pound. Oil prices are steady. Also features technical analysis on the FTSE 100

23-12-2025 11:26 GMT by Zain Vawda

Gold (XAU/USD) Jumps 2.4% and Breaches $4450/oz on Heightened Geopolitical Risk. Are Further Gains in Store for XAU/USD?

Gold (XAU/USD) is surging, up 66% YTD, on heightened geopolitical risk (Russia-Ukraine, US-Venezuela, Israel-Iran) and soft US data hinting at aggressive rate cuts. The price breached $4450/oz, eyeing $4500. The technical picture is decent but overbought.

22-12-2025 23:15 GMT by Zain Vawda

Commodities rage higher from the US Dollar drop – North American session Market Wrap for December 22

December 22th North-American Session Recap – Dollar down, Commodities up session to begin the erratic Christmas Week. Merry Christmas! Check up the Daily asset and FX performance, what changed fundamentally and what's coming up on Monday.

22-12-2025 21:49 GMT by Elior Manier

Aussie and Kiwi Dollars Lead FX Gains to Kick Off Christmas Week – AUD/USD and NZD/USD Outlook

AUD/USD & NZD/USD Analysis: Both currencies are leading the FX session as Markets begin the Christmas Week. We break down the AUD/NZD High timeframe trends, commodity drivers, and key technical levels for the Christmas trading week.

22-12-2025 19:31 GMT by Elior Manier

Palladium (XPD/USD) on Track for $2,000 as Metals Rally Extends – Price Outlook

Palladium (XPD/USD) Technical Analysis: After lagging major peers, Palladium ignites a massive catch-up rally as the debasement trade widens. We explore the critical industrial drivers—from AI hardware to auto catalysts—fueling this move. We break down the technical structure to see if the metal can reclaim historic highs.

22-12-2025 16:18 GMT by Elior Manier

Markets Today: Gold Breaches $4400/oz, Silver Up 2.75%, Nikkei Rises 1.9% & FTSE 100 Eyes Short-Term Pullback

Global stocks are rising, fueled by year-end optimism, though European markets are set for a cautious open amidst holiday slowdowns and geopolitical worries in Ukraine. The Japanese yen remains weak near record lows, boosting the Nikkei. Commodities shine with silver hitting a new record high and gold breaching $4400/oz. Oil prices are also up due to rising geopolitical risk with Venezuela. The focus remains on central bank policy expectations and economic data.

22-12-2025 07:30 GMT by Zain Vawda

The Impact of US Tariffs on Precious Metals

Platinum reaches $2,000; Palladium breaks 2023 Highs – Metals Outlook

XAU/USD, XPT/USD and XPD/USD Technical Analysis: We analyze the surge in alternative metals as Platinum and Palladium hit multi-year highs post-CPI. With Gold eyeing records, we explore the industrial demand driving these rare assets. We preview next week's deep dive into the technicals for this emerging trend.

19-12-2025 18:30 GMT by Elior Manier

US Indexes Outlook: Santa Rally finally showing up? – Risk-Appetite improves after US CPI miss

US Index Technical Analysis and Key levels for Dow Jones, Nasdaq and S&P 500: Equities rally as rate cut hopes rise. We analyze how the Bank of Japan's stance supports the carry trade despite recent hikes. With Quadruple Witching adding volatility and mixed Fed signals, we breakdown the charts for the major indexes ahead of the weekly close.

19-12-2025 16:53 GMT by Elior Manier

Yen weakness despite higher interest rates

Yen remained weak despite the Bank of Japan’s historic rate hike to 0.75%. Deeply negative real interest rates and fully priced-in policy decision triggered profit-taking. Dovish signals from the Bank of Japan and strong demand for U.S. assets further supported the dollar and pushed USD/JPY higher.

19-12-2025 14:51 GMT by Krzysztof Kamiński

WTI Outlook: Oil Bounces From Channel Lows — Major Reversal in 2026?

WTI Oil Technical Analysis: We analyze the continuous drop in crude as geopolitical supply floods the market. With fusion energy headlines challenging long-term demand, we explore if a bottom is forming near historical support. We break down the short and long-term price ranges in this detailed review.

19-12-2025 14:48 GMT by Elior Manier

Markets Today: BoJ Hikes Rates, German Consumer Confidence at 2024 Lows as FTSE 100 Holds the High Ground

The Bank of Japan raised rates to a 30-year high of 0.75%, causing the Yen to fall as Governor Ueda avoided a clear timeline for future hikes. German consumer confidence hit near two-year lows heading into 2026. European shares were muted, though major banks offset losses from retail and tech. Oil prices dropped due to oversupply fears, while gold held onto weekly gains.

19-12-2025 10:34 GMT by Zain Vawda

Nikkei 225: A gradual interest rate hike stance by BoJ maintains the bullish trend

Japan’s Nikkei 225 remains resilient after the Bank of Japan’s 25bp rate hike to 0.75%, the highest level in 30 years. With the BoJ signalling a gradual, data-dependent tightening path into 2026, domestic-focused stocks are outperforming exporters as a stronger yen supports consumer confidence. Technical indicators point to a minor bullish reversal, suggesting the Nikkei’s broader uptrend remains intact despite policy normalization.

19-12-2025 06:30 GMT by Kelvin Wong

A Confusing CPI Session – North American session Market Wrap for December 18

December 18th North-American Session Recap – A chaotic CPI session. Check up the Daily asset and FX performance, what changed fundamentally and what's coming up on Monday.

18-12-2025 21:14 GMT by Elior Manier

EC-409 An introduction to the U.S. dollar index (DXY)-HERO

USD Stabilizes on CPI Doubts: USD/JPY Ahead of BoJ Decision and FX Overview

FX Technical Levels: We analyze the US Dollar reversal as doubts over the inflation report surface. With the Greenback halting its slide and traders questioning the data, we explore the impact on major pairs. We break down the technical setups for the USD/CAD, EUR/USD and USD/JPY as flows change suddenly.

18-12-2025 20:27 GMT by Elior Manier

Participants are doubting the CPI report – Market Update

Markets Reverse: We look at the brutal shift in flows as morning optimism evaporates. With concerns over data accuracy clouding the inflation release, stocks hit new lows and gold rejects record highs. We explore the loss of confidence and what the broad selloff signals for the days ahead.

18-12-2025 17:43 GMT by Elior Manier