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Chart alert: Gold (XAU/USD) eyeing $5,000 and beyond as bullish acceleration intact

Gold (XAU/USD) is extending a powerful bullish acceleration, surging to fresh all-time highs near US$4,970 and setting its sights on the US$5,000–5,150 zone. Escalating US–NATO tensions and a growing “sell America” narrative are driving safe-haven demand, while strong technical momentum and a breakout from a medium-term uptrend keep the near-term bias firmly bullish.

23-01-2026 05:53 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Gold rally hits $4,900: Why the January FOMC, geopolitics, and technical warnings mark a critical juncture?

Gold has surged past $4,800, driven by stagflation fears, geopolitical risk, and the anticipation of the Jan 27-28 FOMC meeting. While major banks forecast a path to $5,400, technical indicators (RSI/Stochastic) show negative divergence, warning that a short-term retracement is imminent before the next leg up.

22-01-2026 21:48 GMT by Moheb Hanna

Are we back to normal? – North American session Market wrap for January 22

January 22nd 2026 North-American Session Recap – Markets rebound, Metals outperform and Energy Commodities don't know how to act. Check up the Daily asset and FX performance, what changed fundamentally and what's coming up on Monday.

22-01-2026 21:34 GMT by Elior Manier

AUD/USD explodes above August 2024 highs – Australian Dollar Outlook

AUD/USD Technical Analysis: The Australian Dollar outperforms as strong data fuels RBA hike bets. We analyze the surprise jobs beat (+65.2K) and unemployment drop to 4.1%. With Chinese stimulus and metal demand driving growth, we examine why traders are repricing rates back above 4%.

22-01-2026 20:42 GMT by Elior Manier

US GDP beats and Monday gaps fill – Dow Jones and US Stock Index Outlook

S&P 500, Dow Jones and Nasdaq Analysis – Market Optimism Returns – Wall Street rallies as Trump's Greenland framework eases NATO fears. With Q3 GDP beating (4.4%) and PCE supporting a soft landing, sentiment hits fresh highs. We look ahead to critical Mag 7 earnings (MSFT, Meta, Tesla) and analyze key levels for US Indexes.

22-01-2026 17:29 GMT by Elior Manier

Greenland tensions ease, but forecasts for Gold are still very optimistic

A cooling of political frictions tempers the safe-haven rally, yet investment banks still see strong upside potential for precious metals.

22-01-2026 17:01 GMT by Krzysztof Kamiński

Natural gas explodes by 70% in four sessions: What's next?

Natural Gas Market Update and Technical Analysis: Prices explode +60% as a "perfect storm" hits. We analyze the disconnect from Oil and the driving forces: decade-low US output, severe winter weather, and surging AI power demand. Plus, how geopolitical tensions in Iran are adding fuel to the squeeze.

22-01-2026 16:06 GMT by Elior Manier

Why silver prices in the US and China have diverged so sharply

Silver prices have recently diverged sharply, with Shanghai trading about USD 10 per ounce above the US. The gap reflects structural differences between paper-driven Western markets and physically focused Chinese markets, strong local demand in China, and limited arbitrage. This premium signals tightening conditions in the physical silver market.

22-01-2026 11:52 GMT by Łukasz Zembik

Hang Seng Index forecast: Dropped 1.5% but bullish trend intact with USD weakness as a tailwind

The Hang Seng Index slipped 1.5% this week on mixed China data, but its broader uptrend remains intact. Year-to-date gains still outperform major US indices, while a strengthening offshore yuan and sustained US dollar weakness provide a powerful tailwind. Technically, the index is holding key moving averages, with a rebound likely if resistance levels break.

22-01-2026 08:11 GMT by Kelvin Wong

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Trump TACO on the menu – North American session Market wrap for January 21

January 21st 2026 North-American Session Recap – Trump offers his latest TACO and everything comes back as if nothing happened. Check up the Daily asset and FX performance, what changed fundamentally and what's coming up on Monday.

21-01-2026 21:32 GMT by Elior Manier

A New World Order or TACO order? – North American mid-week Market update

Mid-Week update for North-American Markets – TACO Time as Trump backs down from his Greenland threats – We still look at current developments and how it influences the geopolitical landscape. Taking a close look at NA index and currency performance combined with a USD/CAD intraday chart to spot what's next for American Markets.

21-01-2026 20:48 GMT by Elior Manier

Stocks pump but doubts remain – Dow Jones and US Stock Index Outlook

S&P 500, Dow Jones and Nasdaq Analysis – Market Rebound: Stocks rally as Trump's Davos speech eases Greenland fears ("no force"). Commodities surge—Natural Gas +20%, Gold +3%—while WTI reclaims $60. We analyze the weak US housing data (-9.3% sales drop) and profit-taking in US Indexes ahead of tomorrow's critical PCE/GDP prints.

21-01-2026 17:11 GMT by Elior Manier

Down day for Trump's second-term anniversary – North American session Market wrap for January 20

January 20th 2026 North-American Session Recap – Mood worsens and tensions stay high. Check up the Daily asset and FX performance, what changed fundamentally and what's coming up on Monday.

20-01-2026 21:44 GMT by Elior Manier

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Market Check – Risk-sentiment sours further, Gold (XAU/USD) explodes

Market Update: EU-US tensions flare as the EU moves to suspend the July tariff deal. Trump's "365 Wins" speech contrasts with a brutal market reality: Dow drops 1.8% and Gold hits $4,760. We analyze the renewed selling in US Treasuries as foreign capital diversifies away from political risk.

20-01-2026 20:42 GMT by Elior Manier

Stocks rebound, is it TACO Tuesday? – Dow Jones and US Stock Index Outlook

S&P 500, Dow Jones and Nasdaq Analysis – Market Reversal: US Futures stage a strong recovery as Treasury Sec. Bessent urges calm, fueling "TACO" hopes. Spot indexes play catch-up while Intel shines against a bleak Mag 7 backdrop. We analyze the reversal and the key Fed Chair teaser ahead of Netflix's earnings tonight.

20-01-2026 17:00 GMT by Elior Manier

The Swissie wins: CHF demand spikes as traders shun the Dollar

USD/CHF Analysis: As leaders warn of a "world without rules" at Davos, the US Dollar slides on policy fears. Capital flees to the Swiss Franc—now the premier safe haven—while Gold hits $4,750. We analyze the USD/CHF breakdown as the Franc jumps 1% in today's session. Safe-haven demand is back.

20-01-2026 15:07 GMT by Elior Manier

Chart alert: AUD/USD bullish breakout above 0.6720 as “sell America” intensifies

AUD/USD has staged a bullish breakout above 0.6720 as the US dollar weakens for a second straight session amid escalating US-EU tensions and a growing “sell America” narrative. Supportive technical signals and a widening Australia–US yield spread reinforce upside momentum, with 0.6760, 0.6800, and 0.6830/6845 emerging as key near-term resistance levels.

20-01-2026 07:40 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Trump strikes again – North American session Market wrap for January 19

January 19th 2026 North-American Session Recap – Trump strikes again with renewed threats towards Greenland, despite US Markets being closed. Check up the Daily asset and FX performance, what changed fundamentally and what's coming up on Monday.

19-01-2026 21:03 GMT by Elior Manier

EUR/USD hints a breakout after latest Trump-Greenland chaos

EUR/USD Analysis: The Euro breaks out as US-Greenland tensions trigger potential EU retaliatory tariffs. We analyze the hawkish shift at the ECB with Boris Vujcic replacing de Guindos, and how this policy divergence is driving the pair higher amidst MLK Day liquidity.

19-01-2026 20:25 GMT by Elior Manier

US Markets fall as Greenland tensions flare – Stock Markets closed for MLK Day

Dow Jones, Gold and US Dollar Technical Levels – MLK Day Market Update: Global markets sell off US assets as Trump renews Greenland threats and targets EU partners with tariffs. With no US-EU leadership meeting at Davos, US Futures and the Dollar slide while Gold and Silver gap to fresh all-time highs. We analyze the chaotic week start.

19-01-2026 17:35 GMT by Elior Manier