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UK labor report gives pound a reality check: What's next for GBP

The latest UK labor report signaled cracks in the economy, with wage growth slowing and employment softening. Persistent inflation leaves the BoE limited room to cut rates, heightening stagflation risks. After months of resilience, the pound’s outlook is clouded by weaker fundamentals and fragile consumer demand.

14-10-2025 16:19 GMT by Elior Manier

WTI Oil tumbles as US-China trade tensions flare up again

WTI crude tumbled below $60 as renewed US-China trade tensions and soft global data pressured sentiment. Despite brief optimism from Trump’s remarks, China reaffirmed its hard stance, adding fresh worries over demand. With easing Middle East risks and solid Russian supply, fundamentals still point lower unless a new shock emerges.

14-10-2025 15:00 GMT by Elior Manier

Markets Today: UK Wage Growth Hits 3-Year Lows, Gold Retreats from Highs, FTSE 100 Eyes Gains. US Earnings Season Ahead

UK wage growth hits 3-year lows, gold retreats from highs, and European stocks struggle amid US-China trade tensions. Asia shows mixed results, with some markets boosted by company news. The economic calendar includes ZEW data and US earnings season kicks off.

14-10-2025 07:39 GMT by Zain Vawda

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Another TACO trade and progress in Middle East peace talks – Market wrap for the North American session - October 13

October 13th North-American Session Recap – A Classic TACO trade to reopen the week with a positive sentiment. Check up the Daily asset and FX performance, what changed fundamentally and what's coming up tomorrow.

13-10-2025 21:09 GMT by Elior Manier

A EUR/USD guide on how long-term trends reverse

After a remarkable 1.01 to 1.19 rally this year, EUR/USD shows signs of fatigue as a bearish divergence and double top emerge near yearly highs. While some traders expect a deeper reversal, strong trends rarely collapse in one move. The pair’s structure suggests a longer-run correction phase — let’s break down the key levels across multiple timeframes.

13-10-2025 20:21 GMT by Elior Manier

US-China trade war scare: What happened Friday and where things stand now

Markets were shaken late last week as China tightened rare earth export controls and President Trump threatened 100% tariffs on all Chinese goods. The selloff sent risk assets plunging, with the S&P 500 down 2.7% and Bitcoin off 8%. But calmer remarks from U.S. officials and Trump’s softened tone over the weekend helped trigger a sharp rebound in global risk sentiment to start the week.

13-10-2025 16:14 GMT by Elior Manier

Gold (XAU/USD) Price Eyes Acceptance Above $4100/oz on US-China Trade War Fears, Up 2% on the Day

Gold prices surged 2% to $4100/oz amid escalating US-China trade tensions, with new 100% tariffs announced by Trump. Despite a softened stance and scheduled talks, China warns of countermeasures. Gold continues to rally, shrugging off USD strength. Upcoming Fed speeches and delayed CPI report are key market events. Technical analysis suggests further upside, with support at 4050.

13-10-2025 15:29 GMT by Zain Vawda

Markets Today: Gold Up 1.4%, Chinese Exports Soar as Trade War Fears Return, DAX Bounces but Risks Remain

Gold up, Chinese exports soar, trade war fears return, DAX bounces. Oil recovers, dollar mixed. European shares steady after Friday selloff. China's exports record strongest gain since March. Economic calendar quiet, focus on central bank speakers and US-China trade war developments. DAX index shows potential for further upside.

13-10-2025 09:47 GMT by Zain Vawda

The Trade War is back – A bloody session for Wall Street – Market wrap for the North American session - October 10

October 10th North-American Session Recap – Bloody day for Wall Street, stocks get dragged from a restarted trade war after Trump tweets on China. Check up the Daily asset and FX performance, what changed fundamentally and what's coming up tomorrow.

10-10-2025 20:48 GMT by Elior Manier

How Currencies are Affected by Commodities: A Guide for Forex Traders

Markets Weekly Outlook – Geopolitical peace and turmoil ; Third week of shutdown

A week ahead preview: Turning to the third week of BLS data delaying PPI, Retail Sales and CPI – Key geopolitic developments and volatile flows shake Markets this 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 (including the infamous NFP report, all eyes are on this).

10-10-2025 19:39 GMT by Elior Manier

Silver On The Highest Price Since 1980. Is History About to Repeat Itself?

Silver prices have surged past $50 per ounce, hitting their highest level since 1980 amid a deepening supply crunch in London and rising global demand for safe-haven assets. Analysts point to inflation concerns, U.S. fiscal uncertainty, and tightening physical markets as key drivers behind the rally.

10-10-2025 16:56 GMT by Krzysztof Kamiński

US Stock Market outlook – S&P 500 breaks channel, Equities in the red to close the week

After a stellar run for tech and growth stocks, markets are turning cautious. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq hit new highs before retreating amid a sharp profit-taking wave and stronger U.S. Dollar. Heavyweights like Nvidia, Meta, and Amazon slid roughly 3%, dragging sentiment lower. Still, the Nasdaq remains resilient, holding near key support as traders assess the depth of this pullback.

10-10-2025 16:05 GMT by Elior Manier

Canadian employment makes a comeback – USD/CAD reverses

Canada’s labor market delivered a major surprise, adding 60K jobs versus just 5K expected — a sharp turnaround from last month’s decline. Most of the new roles were full-time, signaling a more resilient recovery. With USD/CAD rejecting the 1.40 level and trade talks between Ottawa and Washington showing progress, traders are watching if the loonie’s fortunes are turning.

10-10-2025 14:17 GMT by Elior Manier

Gold (XAU/USD): Overstretched uptrend, risk of minor pull-back below $4,012

Gold (XAU/USD) extended its seven-week rally to a new all-time high of US$4,059, gaining 8.5% since late September. Supported by sticky U.S. inflation and growing fiscal concerns driving the “debasement trade,” the yellow metal’s major uptrend remains intact. However, momentum signals now suggest the rally is overstretched, with risks of a short-term pullback below US$4,012 before the next potential bullish leg resumes.

10-10-2025 07:05 GMT by Kelvin Wong

The US Dollar rally leaves no crumbs – Market wrap for the North American session - October 9

October 9th North-American Session Recap – the US Dollar rally leaves other assets in shambles. Check up the Daily asset and FX performance, what changed fundamentally and what's coming up tomorrow.

09-10-2025 20:56 GMT by Elior Manier

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How investors and traders can gauge the US labor market amid the BLS shutdown

The US government shutdown, already one of the longest in history, has paralyzed key agencies, including the Bureau of Labor Statistics. With vital data like Non-Farm Payrolls and Jobless Claims unavailable, market participants must turn to alternative sources to gauge employment trends and economic momentum. Here’s how traders can stay informed.

09-10-2025 20:07 GMT by Elior Manier

US stocks sector divergence raises red flags

US equities have extended their record-setting run, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq posting new highs. Yet, the rally’s foundations are uneven — the Dow’s modest 3.6% gain versus the S&P’s 9.5% highlights narrowing market breadth. Tariffs, a strong USD, and weaker industrials weigh on sentiment, raising questions about the sustainability of the bull trend.

09-10-2025 15:36 GMT by Elior Manier

Dow Jones Technical Outlook: Dow Tests Key Confluence Level. Is Another 500 + Point Slide Incoming?

The Dow Jones Index faces a potential 500-point decline after testing a critical confluence level. Despite this, historical trends suggest the overall bull market for US stocks, particularly the S&P 500, may have more room to grow, driven by megacap stocks and potential future interest rate cuts.

09-10-2025 14:55 GMT by Zain Vawda

An unusual pattern emerges in NZD/USD after the 50 bps cut

The New Zealand Dollar faced intense pressure after a surprise GDP contraction and a larger-than-expected 50 bps RBNZ cut. Yet, instead of falling further, NZD/USD rebounded — signaling markets may believe the worst is behind. With policy expectations shifting, the pair’s reaction hints at a potential trend change. Let’s explore the key technical levels ahead.

09-10-2025 14:43 GMT by Elior Manier

Europe on the brink of the heating season, yet gas remains cheap

Despite the approaching heating season, European gas prices remain low (around 30–32 euro per MWh) thanks to high storage levels and strong U.S. LNG inflows. Lower Chinese demand and increased Russian pipeline exports to Asia have eased global pressure. However, Norwegian production issues and potential cold weather could push TTF prices up to 40-45 euro per MWh by year-end.

09-10-2025 14:00 GMT by Łukasz Zembik