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WTI (Oil) drops back below $100 after US-Iran talks set to resume – Oil Dynamics and Intraday Analysis

WTI (US) Oil update: Energy markets experience a violent whip-saw as WTI gaps to $105 following stalled weekend talks, only to plunge back to $98 on news of resuming US-Iran negotiations this Thursday. With prices now stuck in a tight $96–$104 range, explore an intraday technical analysis of potential breakout levels for the commodity.

13-04-2026 20:00 GMT by Elior Manier

AUD/USD Technical Analysis: Bulls regain control as key psychological level holds

AUD/USD: Technical analysis reveals a decidedly bullish outlook as bulls regain control. The pair successfully defended key support, broke a descending trendline (Daily), and confirmed a "Golden Cross" (H4). With the path of least resistance to the upside, the next major hurdle is 0.7130.

13-04-2026 19:21 GMT by Zain Vawda

The war premium vs. The yield premium: Which force will seize control and drive Gold’s next move?

Gold (XAU/USD) is locked in a tight range as geopolitical risk from US-Iran tensions conflicts with the macro headwind of a hawkish Fed and strong US Dollar. This analysis details key support/resistance levels and argues that Gold's next major move depends entirely on the outcome of the Iran conflict

13-04-2026 17:58 GMT by Zain Vawda

US Blockade on Hormuz begins! Wall Street withstands the pressure – Dow Jones and US Stock Market Outlook

S&P 500, Dow Jones, Nasdaq Analysis and Trading Levels: Weekend US-Iran negotiations in Islamabad turn sour, sending WTI Crude surging 10% to $104 at the Globex open. Despite the geopolitical friction and a new "blockade of blockades" in the Strait of Hormuz, US equities show remarkable resilience as the S&P 500 holds near unchanged. Explore an intraday technical analysis of the markets as odds for an April peace deal drop to 15%.

13-04-2026 16:23 GMT by Elior Manier

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Markets Today: Crude surges 8%, DXY jumps as US naval blockade targets Iranian oil exports

The "Fear Trade" returns as US-Iran peace talks collapse, leading to President Trump ordering a full naval blockade of all Iranian ports. This aggressive escalation sends geopolitical risk soaring, causing Crude prices to surge 7-8% and triggering a widespread "risk-off" sell-off across European equity markets, with the STOXX 600 plunging.

13-04-2026 08:31 GMT by Zain Vawda

A risky weekend ahead – North American Session Market Wrap for April 10

April 10th, 2026 North-American Session Recap – Traders are already looking forward to Monday after a Market rocking week. US-Iran talks should commence this weekend, keeping Markets alert. Check up the latest trends and developments, daily asset and FX performance, what changed fundamentally and what's coming up in the session ahead.

10-04-2026 21:28 GMT by Elior Manier

The Impact of US Tariffs on Precious Metals

Metals are lost in translation; Risk-assets or Safe-Haven? – Silver (XAG/USD), Gold (XAU/USD) & Copper (XCU/USD) Outlook

Commodities Market update: The traditional safe-haven status of metals is put to the test as Gold, Silver, and Copper trace confusing price action through the Greenland Crisis and US-Iran conflict. With precious metals rebounding on ceasefire rumors rather than escalating fears, historic market correlations are breaking down. Explore a Daily timeframe technical analysis to see if technicals can untangle the future of XAU/USD, XAG/USD, and XCU/USD.

10-04-2026 19:36 GMT by Elior Manier

Trump pressures Iran as Islamabad talks aim to secure lasting Middle East truce

President Donald Trump increases pressure on Iran ahead of direct talks in Islamabad, while the closure of the Strait of Hormuz and renewed fighting in Lebanon threaten a fragile Middle East ceasefire.

10-04-2026 18:40 GMT by Krzysztof Kamiński

Profit-taking in Stocks ahead of key weekend risk – Dow Jones and US Stock Market Outlook

S&P 500, Dow Jones, Nasdaq Analysis and Trading Levels: Initial ceasefire relief fades as shifting geopolitical realities and ongoing Hezbollah attacks keep investors on edge. Despite an early rally in the Nasdaq, sentiment sours as traders demand a major gap down in crude prices before committing to further upside. Explore a short-term intraday technical analysis of the major indexes.

10-04-2026 16:44 GMT by Elior Manier

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