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Gold (XAU/USD) price slides 3.3%. Is Gold offering a discount or facing freefall heading into FOMC?

Gold (XAU/USD) slides 2.3%, aggressively testing the $5,000 psychological support ahead of the FOMC meeting. Will a hawkish Fed trigger a freefall, or is this a discount opportunity?

18-03-2026 12:45 GMT by Zain Vawda

BoJ meeting preview: Balancing act between growth and inflation as USD/JPY approaches 159.45/161.95 key intervention risk zone

The Bank of Japan is expected to hold rates at 0.75% as it navigates stagflation risks driven by the US–Iran war 2026. Despite weak sentiment reflected in the Nikkei 225, rising wages support a tightening bias. Meanwhile, USD/JPY trades near the 159.45–161.95 intervention zone, keeping markets on edge.

18-03-2026 11:11 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Markets Today: European shares rally as Oil retreats; All eyes on FOMC's 'hawkish hold'

European shares extend their recovery on easing oil prices and stronger global sentiment. The US dollar weakens, while other major currencies gain. Focus shifts to the upcoming FOMC meeting, where a 'hawkish hold' is anticipated, possibly adjusting 'Dot Plot' projections to zero rate cuts for 2026. Technical analysis suggests a downside tilt for the FTSE 100

18-03-2026 09:35 GMT by Zain Vawda

USD/JPY Conundrum: Intervention risk looms as central banks meet (Fed-BoJ double-header)

USD/JPY nears 160.00 amid a high-stakes "central bank double-header." This analysis details the Fed and BoJ's upcoming decisions, potential rate impacts, and key scenarios that could trigger FX intervention by the Japanese Ministry of Finance this week.

18-03-2026 00:13 GMT by Zain Vawda

Technical levels for major FX pairs ahead of the FOMC

FX Markets aggressively mean-reverted since the last FOMC, with the ongoing War largely changing the Market picture Get access to trading levels for each Major pair ahead of tomorrow's Meeting. EUR/USD, USD/CAD, USD/CHF, AUD/USD, GBP/USD and more.

17-03-2026 20:23 GMT by Elior Manier

Head and Shoulders in WTI! Is the rally over for Crude Oil? Stock Markets Mixed ahead of FOMC

Crude Oil and Dow Jones update: The WTI rally faces exhaustion as the elimination of key Iranian figures signals a potential conflict turning point. WTI forms a Head and Shoulders pattern eyeing $85, while the Dow rejects its channel bound ahead of the FOMC. Explore an intraday technical analysis of the markets.

17-03-2026 19:16 GMT by Elior Manier

FOMC Meeting Preview: A ‘hawkish hold’ as geopolitical risk & stagflation fears rise, implications for the DXY & Dow Jones

The March 18 FOMC meeting will confirm the end of predictable rate cuts. With the labor market cooling and inflation rising due to the Middle East conflict, the Fed faces a tough balancing act. A "hawkish hold" is expected, extending the US Dollar rally and presenting a risk triangle for the Dow Jones amid leadership uncertainty and political pressure.

17-03-2026 18:26 GMT by Zain Vawda

Pre-FOMC Metals review: Platinum (XPT/USD) outperforms its peers, Copper (XCU/USD) struggles

Copper (XCU/USD) and Platinum (XPT/USD) update: Alternative metals show diverging trends as WTI oil rebounds without triggering broad market selloffs ahead of the Federal Reserve's Summary of Economic Projections. While Copper struggles, Platinum firmly holds the $2,000 level. Explore a multi-timeframe technical analysis of the commodities.

17-03-2026 15:09 GMT by Elior Manier

Markets Today: RBA hike rates, European shares eye lower open, ZEW sentiment, ADP employment data up next

Asian markets surge on AI-driven tech stocks (Samsung, SK Hynix) while US-Iran conflict uncertainty weighs on Europe and fuels a US dollar safe-haven rally. Oil prices jump on Strait of Hormuz concerns, and the RBA hiked rates. Full analysis of FX, commodities, and FTSE 100 technicals.

17-03-2026 07:21 GMT by Zain Vawda

Chart alert: Hawkish RBA provides support for AUD/USD, bulls need to break back above 0.7140

The AUD/USD remains volatile after a failed breakout above 0.7140, as commodity strength clashes with rising risk aversion tied to the US–Iran war 2026. A hawkish outlook from the Reserve Bank of Australia is providing support, with 0.7015 acting as key support and a sustained break above 0.7140 needed to revive bullish momentum.

17-03-2026 02:18 GMT by Kelvin Wong

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Chaotic flows to start a Central Bank week – North American Session Market Wrap for March 16

March 16th 2026 North-American Session Recap – Oil corrects but volatility remains high ahead of tonight's RBA and FOMC meeting on Wednesday. Check up the latest trends and developments, daily asset and FX performance, what changed fundamentally and what's coming up in the session ahead.

16-03-2026 20:27 GMT by Elior Manier

The Impact of US Tariffs on Precious Metals

Metals fake-out to the downside; Opportunity? – Gold (XAU/USD) & Silver (XAG/USD) update

Gold (XAU/USD) and Silver (XAG/USD) update: Metals face unusual selling pressure as surging Oil prices drive long-lasting inflation fears. With Gold fragilely holding 5,000 dollars and Silver near 80 dollars, non-yielding assets struggle against rising rate expectations. Explore an intraday technical analysis of the commodities.

16-03-2026 19:41 GMT by Elior Manier

A test of confidence for Stocks – Dow Jones and US Index Outlook

S&P 500, Dow Jones, Nasdaq Analysis and Trading Levels: Stock Markets are attempting a rebound as Strait of Hormuz conditions somewhat improve. US Stock Markets are up around 1% from Oil's correction, and will face a large test of confidence throughout the upcoming week.

16-03-2026 15:39 GMT by Elior Manier

RBA Preview: Why a 25bps hike to 4.1% is the most likely outcome

A geopolitical "nightmare scenario", the Iran conflict and Strait of Hormuz closure forces the RBA's abrupt pivot. We analyze the high probability of a 25bps hike to 4.1%, the risk of a tightening cycle toward 4.35%, and key technical levels for AUD/USD volatility.

16-03-2026 14:33 GMT by Zain Vawda

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Markets Today: Chinese data positive as Middle East conflict remains tense. Oil steady, FTSE 100 consolidate. Canada CPI up next

This article analyzes the market's cautious start to the week, driven by surging oil prices due to Middle East conflict and investor anticipation of critical policy decisions from eight major central banks, including the Fed and ECB. The report details mixed stock performances in Asia and Europe, a slight dip in the US dollar, and strong gains for the Australian dollar.

16-03-2026 09:53 GMT by Zain Vawda

Chart alert: WTI crude oil rally almost reached $102.25, risk of minor setback towards $88.36

West Texas Intermediate crude oil rebounded more than 30% to near $101 as the US–Iran war 2026 continues to fuel supply disruption fears around the Strait of Hormuz. However, momentum may be easing as prices approach $105.85 resistance, raising the risk of a short-term pullback toward $92–$88 before the broader uptrend potentially resumes.

16-03-2026 08:51 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Weekly Gold (XAU/USD) Forecast: 3% slide to $5000/oz as rate cut bets tumble, FOMC up next

Gold (XAU/USD) is under pressure as US dollar gains strength, pushing rate cut bets lower amid Middle East conflict and rising inflation concerns. The upcoming FOMC meeting could signal a delay in 2026 rate cuts, which would weigh heavily on Gold. Technical bias remains neutral-to-bearish.1

13-03-2026 20:52 GMT by Zain Vawda

The Financial Damage of War – Markets Weekly Outlook

A week ahead preview: Traders haven't seen enough volatility throughout last week; anyway they will have to get ready for a sweep of Rate Decisions next week. Get ready for the upcoming week by looking at the past week's Market performance, what changed and the key events to expect in next week)

13-03-2026 20:14 GMT by Elior Manier

Unstable Markets as Oil just doesn't want to retreat – Back to $96 – Market Check

Markets keep getting shaken by Oil's resilient rebounds. Firms are hedging for weekend risk and this is not faring well neither with risk-assets or metals. Explore today's session flows right here.

13-03-2026 16:04 GMT by Elior Manier

Are we witnessing the Crypto dawn? – Bitcoin (BTC) & Ethereum (ETH) Outlook

Crypto update: Cryptocurrencies remain insulated from broader market sell-offs. Despite a six-month slump following October highs, record Ethereum on-chain activity and Bitcoin scarcity limit selling pressure. Explore an intraday technical analysis of the cryptocurrencies as they attempt a meaningful bounce.

13-03-2026 13:31 GMT by Elior Manier