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WTI Oil prices at 2025 Lows – Opportunity or Trap?

WTI Oil Technical Analysis: We analyze the downtrend in Oil as prices reach new 2025 lows. With OPEC+ dynamics, Venezuela-US tensions, and a Russia-Ukraine ceasefire pricing in, we explore the supply risks for US Shale and whether a contrarian bullish case is emerging.

16-12-2025 20:00 GMT by Elior Manier

Bank of England (BoE) Preview: A Hawkish Cut in a Stagnating Economy? Implications for the GBP & FTSE 100

Previewing the Bank of England's final 2025 MPC meeting. Financial markets expect a 25bp rate cut to 3.75% amidst weak growth and cooling inflation. We analyze the anticipated 'hawkish cut' compromise, its implications for GBP/USD, Gilts, and the FTSE 100, and the BoE's trilemma of risks in 2026 as the UK enters a 'stagflation exit' era

16-12-2025 16:50 GMT by Zain Vawda

US Stocks struggle: Unemployment rate ticks up to 4.6% after NFP release

US Indexes Technical Analysis and Key levels for Dow Jones, Nasdaq and S&P 500: We analyze the timid market open following the NFP report, as rising unemployment overshadows payroll beats. With stock buyers hesitant and safety flows moving into bonds, we breakdown the intraday charts for the Dow, Nasdaq, and S&P 500 to gauge the next move.

16-12-2025 16:15 GMT by Elior Manier

NFP Market Reactions: Gold and metals rally; Stocks open timidly

US Dollar falls, metals rebound and Stocks open shy after the NFP data release. Explore reactions and key trends after the US Data with our Market Reactions piece.

16-12-2025 14:39 GMT by Elior Manier

ECB: Rates on hold, debate heats up

The ECB is expected to keep interest rates unchanged at its next meeting, but internal debate is intensifying due to diverging views on the inflation outlook. New projections may show inflation below target in 2026–27 and above target in 2028, complicating policy signals. Economic resilience supports a cautious stance, while a hawkish tone could further lift EUR/USD.

16-12-2025 10:57 GMT by Łukasz Zembik

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Fed's Williams saves the day – North American session Market Wrap for December 15

December 15th North-American Session Recap – NFP is coming up. The JPY rally hurts risk-assets, but Williams comes back to save the day. Check up the Daily asset and FX performance, what changed fundamentally and what's coming up on Monday.

15-12-2025 21:49 GMT by Elior Manier

NFP Preview: Rate Path Divergence & Implications for the DXY, Gold (XAU/USD)

The December NFP report is crucial for the Fed's 2026 rate strategy, with market bets diverging sharply from official forecasts. Experts advise focusing on November job creation and Average Hourly Earnings (AHE) due to temporary data distortions. This divergence creates asymmetric upside risk for the US Dollar (DXY) and a dual bullish catalyst for Gold (XAU/USD) regardless of the outcome.

15-12-2025 20:04 GMT by Zain Vawda

Who Are the Fed Speakers to Watch in 2026? A New Front-Runner for the Fed Chair

Diving into who will be the Voting Fed members for 2026 and why they are so influential. Checking up on who will replace Fed Chair Powell in May as the race heats up.

15-12-2025 19:40 GMT by Elior Manier

US Stock Index Outlook: Weak sentiment ahead of NFP

US Indexes Technical Analysis and Key levels for Dow Jones, Nasdaq and S&P 500: We analyze the sentiment shift as Fed dissenters warn of inflationary risks, stalling the rally. With conflicting narratives and weak momentum, we break down the intraday setups ahead of the critical jobs report to see where the market stands.

15-12-2025 17:47 GMT by Elior Manier

Markets Today: China Industrial Output at 15-Month Lows, Softbank Down 6%, Gold & Silver Hold High Ground

A comprehensive look at Monday's market action, including Asia's Nikkei dropping over "AI bubble" concerns (SoftBank -6%), slower-than-expected industrial output in China (15-month low), and a positive start to the week for European shares (STOXX 600 up 0.4%). The report also covers a geopolitical update on Ukraine's NATO status, FX movements, stable gold and oil prices, and a technical/sentiment analysis for the DAX Index.

15-12-2025 10:19 GMT by Zain Vawda

Market Reality-Check – North American session Market Wrap for December 12

December 12th North-American Session Recap – The FOMC Week closes on a rough note. Check up the Daily asset and FX performance, what changed fundamentally and what's coming up on Monday.

12-12-2025 21:43 GMT by Elior Manier

From the FOMC to NFP and CPI – Markets Weekly Outlook

A week ahead preview: We are closing a highly volatile week after the Fed's 25 bps cut. With 2026 cuts heavily relying on softer data, next week will present some huge data (US NFP and CPI). 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)

12-12-2025 19:02 GMT by Elior Manier

Dow Jones Down 0.7%, S&P 500 Slips 1.4% on Renewed AI Angst. Will Seasonality Come to the Rescue?

US stocks fell as Broadcom's AI profit warning fueled bubble fears and hawkish Fed officials Schmid and Goolsbee warned against early rate cuts. With the S&P 500's 9000 break in doubt, bulls look to strong December seasonality and the Santa Claus Rally.

12-12-2025 17:44 GMT by Zain Vawda

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Markets Flash Red After Fed's Goolsbee: Was the Post-Cut Rally a Trap?

Huge Market Reversal: We analyze the sudden volatility hitting global markets following dissenting Fed commentary. Despite initial rallies, a flash selloff has struck tech and metals while volatility spikes. We examine the US Dollar and sector divergences to see if this is a dip or a trend shift.

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

Gold (XAU/USD) Price Outlook: 1% to All-Time Highs, getting Jealous of Silver

Gold Technical Analysis: We analyze the overnight session rewind as Gold breaches major resistance and races toward new highs. With the Fed cutting rates and 2025 US Exceptionalism driving demand for Metals, we explore why gold gets such demand while Treasuries are losing appeal and how recent policy shifts fueled the rally.

12-12-2025 14:59 GMT by Elior Manier

Markets Today: Gold Breaches $4300/oz, UK Economy Contracts, Equities Soar. DAX Breaks Bull Flag Pattern

Global market wrap: Gold and silver surge to multi-week/record highs on a weak dollar and rate cut outlook. European and Asian stocks rally despite tech sector drag from Oracle's forecast. The UK economy unexpectedly contracted by 0.1%. US Dollar Index heads for a third weekly loss. DAX Index technicals

12-12-2025 10:59 GMT by Zain Vawda

Silver Takes the Crown – North American session Market Wrap for December 11

December 11th North-American Session Recap – Another wild post-FOMC session. Check up the Daily asset and FX performance, what changed fundamentally and what's coming up tomorrow.

11-12-2025 22:58 GMT by Elior Manier

Winners and Losers of the FOMC Rate Cut – Market Overview

Winners and Losers since the Fed Cut: We analyze the winners and losers following the Federal Reserve rate cut. While cuts generally boost assets, the divergence between short and long-term yields creates varied impacts. We break down performance across stocks, crypto, and bonds to spot the top segments dominating the charts.

11-12-2025 21:16 GMT by Elior Manier

Stocks rotation begins: Dow Jones leads the market while Nasdaq and Tech retreat

Dow Jones, Nasdaq, and S&P five hundred Technical Analysis: The Dow Jones hits record highs, extending its lead as the Nasdaq struggles with peak-AI fears. Higher jobless claims support the rate cut narrative, fueling a rotation into traditional, debt-heavy sectors. We analyze the intraday divergence as the US Dollar gets hammered.

11-12-2025 16:38 GMT by Elior Manier

Gold (XAU/USD) Forecast: $4250/oz Holds the Key for Bullish Continuation

Gold (XAU/USD) prices are range-bound following a mixed FOMC rate cut. The article analyzes the Fed's 'wait-and-see' stance, shifts in market rate expectations, the potential for US Dollar seasonal weakness, and the impact of the US-Venezuela geopolitical dynamic. Technically, $4250/oz is the key for bullish continuation

11-12-2025 14:30 GMT by Zain Vawda