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Chart alert: Dow Jones (DJIA) potential recovery at 20-day MA support, bulls need to break above 49,940

The Dow Jones retreated to its 20-day moving average after hitting fresh record highs, as technology stocks dragged US indices lower. Key support sits at 49,265, while a break above 49,940 could revive bullish momentum and open the door to a retest of all-time highs. Failure to hold support risks a deeper pullback toward the 50-day moving average zone.

13-02-2026 09:52 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Markets Today: Tech wobbles, Yen resurgence, Gold recovers ahead of key US CPI data. FTSE 100 holds above support

A global tech sell-off, sparked by disappointing earnings from Cisco and a slump in Apple, weighs on Asian and European markets. Amidst the caution, the Japanese yen surges for its strongest weekly gain in 15 months. Gold recovers ahead of key US CPI inflation data, while oil prices drift lower as Mideast tensions ease and supply from Venezuela increases. The report details market movements, Swiss inflation, and a technical look at the FTSE 100.

13-02-2026 09:07 GMT by Zain Vawda

Isn't peace good for Markets? – North American session Market wrap for February 12

February 12th 2026 North-American Session Recap – Markets deleverage despite the better news coming from US-Iran discussions as Markets remain skeptical. Check up the Daily asset and FX performance, what changed fundamentally and what's coming up on Monday.

12-02-2026 21:41 GMT by Elior Manier

Get ready for CPI – US Inflation Preview

CPI Preview: The final piece of the puzzle. With +0.3% expected, we analyze if sticky inflation and tariff passthrough will kill the 2026 easing cycle. Scenarios for Gold ($5,100), Stocks, Cryptos, and the USD as the Fed weighs a resilient labor market against 3% core inflation.

12-02-2026 20:32 GMT by Elior Manier

Chart alert: Gold rally faces risk of exhaustion below $5,170

Gold’s 15% rebound from $4,405 is losing steam as prices stall below key $5,170 resistance. The usual inverse correlation with the US dollar has weakened, while the Shanghai gold premium has flipped into discount, signalling softer physical demand. Bearish RSI divergence raises the risk of a pullback toward $4,795–$4,703 unless bulls reclaim momentum above $5,170.

12-02-2026 10:49 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Markets Today: Nikkei record anchors fifth day of Asian gains, US Dollar struggles as FTSE 100 slides 50 points after all-time high print

Asian markets extend their record-breaking run, anchored by a surge in chip stocks and the Nikkei 225 crossing 58,000 for the first time. European shares also hit new highs, driven by upbeat corporate earnings and a massive acquisition in the financial sector. On the FX front, the Japanese Yen sees its biggest weekly gain in a year, putting pressure on the US Dollar.

12-02-2026 10:49 GMT by Zain Vawda

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NFP fails to clear the view – North American session Market wrap for February 11

February 11th 2026 North-American Session Recap – A not less confusing Labor Market picture after NFP. Check up the Daily asset and FX performance, what changed fundamentally and what's coming up on Monday.

11-02-2026 21:30 GMT by Elior Manier

Is the US Labor Market really holding well? – North American Mid-Week Market update

Mid-Week update for North-American Markets – Doubts on the US labor picture put Markets on hold ahead of US CPI. 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.

11-02-2026 20:37 GMT by Elior Manier

Hawkish NFP sends Stocks lower – Dow Jones and US Index Outlook

S&P 500, Dow Jones, Nasdaq Analysis and Trading Levels – NFP Morning action: A strong 130K beat and a dip in Unemployment (4.3%) trigger a bear flattening of the yield curve. We analyze the massive -858K downward revision to 2025 data, the rotation back into Consumer Defensives and Energy, and the hawkish shift in March rate-cut odds (now just 9%).

11-02-2026 17:14 GMT by Elior Manier

USD/JPY Outlook: Momentum bearish, but can the US dollar find support on strong jobs data?

Technical outlook for USD/JPY: The pair faces downward pressure, trading below the 100-day MA near 152.800. Yen strength is driven by post-election fiscal clarity and aggressive short-covering. The US dollar's mixed performance and upcoming US CPI release are key catalysts. Technical analysis suggests bearish momentum remains in play (RSI below 50). Key support is 151.53, with immediate resistance at 153.91.

11-02-2026 15:54 GMT by Zain Vawda

NFP surprises to the upside – Market Reactions

Market Reactions to NFP: A massive +130K headline beat is overshadowed by a staggering -856K revision to 2025 data. We analyze the market whiplash: Gold rejects $5,100, the Dow battles for the 50,000 handle, and Bitcoin remains heavy as traders weigh the hawkish repricings and the UE rate drop to 4.3%.

11-02-2026 15:11 GMT by Elior Manier

Markets Today: Markets digest Chinese inflation, AI fears continue, Gold holds high ground as NFP looms

The 'Opening Bell - Europe' report covers major market movements. Asian equities climbed, led by a tech rally, while China's inflation rate dropped below expectations. European shares dipped as fears over AI disruption were stoked by Dassault Systèmes' weak earnings. Precious metals gained as the US dollar and Treasury yields retreated ahead of the crucial Non-Farm Payrolls (NFP) report. The article also provides a technical outlook for the FTSE 100

11-02-2026 09:09 GMT by Zain Vawda

Chart alert: Nikkei 225 bullish acceleration intact towards 60,000 in the first step

The Nikkei 225 extends its bullish acceleration after Japan’s snap election, emerging as the top-performing major global index. Despite a stronger yen, domestically focused stocks are leading gains, signaling resilient internal demand. Technically, the uptrend remains intact above 56,990, with upside targets toward 60,000 as momentum indicators continue to support further near-term strength.

11-02-2026 06:28 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Dow hits new record: Can the S&P 500 breakout pass 7000 and gain acceptance?

Analysis of the mixed market day, where the Dow hit a record high despite declines in the S&P 500 and Nasdaq. Focuses on flat retail sales, AI spending anxieties from Alphabet's bond sale, and technical/fundamental factors hinting at a potential S&P 500 breakout beyond 7000. It also flags near-term caution from the Fear and Greed Index and upcoming US jobs/CPI data.

10-02-2026 23:31 GMT by Zain Vawda

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Retail Sales cast doubts in a calm session – North American session Market wrap for February 10

February 10th 2026 North-American Session Recap – Low volatility and mean-reversions ahead of a huge NFP release. Check up the Daily asset and FX performance, what changed fundamentally and what's coming up on Monday.

10-02-2026 21:44 GMT by Elior Manier

Altcoins struggle to bounce – ETH, XRP and SOL Outlook

Crypto Update: Digital assets bounce, but a "crisis of belief" lingers. With Open Interest resetting to Liberation Day levels, we analyze why the market still needs a "harsh catalyst" to confirm a true bottom. Technical outlooks for XRP, ETH, and SOL.

10-02-2026 20:57 GMT by Elior Manier

The Oil Tug-of-War: Geopolitics vs. Global glut continues. Will bulls or bears prevail?

An in-depth analysis of the crude oil market's current standoff. The article examines the 'tug-of-war' between escalating geopolitical risk (US-Iran tensions, India-Russia factor) and the bearish reality of a massive 2026 supply surplus. It details the three primary factors driving prices, outlines the bullish breakout and bearish correction scenarios for WTI,

10-02-2026 16:49 GMT by Zain Vawda

Silver (XAG/USD) tests $80 ahead of NFP – What's next?

Silver (XAG/USD) Technical Analysis: XAG stands alone in the green as volatility cools but uncertainty remains. With Retail Sales missing and Gold holding $5,000, we analyze the "trap" risks and 20% Fed cut odds. Multi-timeframe Silver scenarios ahead of tomorrow's critical NFP.

10-02-2026 16:47 GMT by Elior Manier

Markets Today: French jobless rate hits four-year highs, gold steady, nikkei extends gains. US data now in focus

Asian markets surge on Japan's election; Nikkei hits a new high. French jobless rate climbs to 7.9%, a four-year peak. Gold holds steady above $5,000, while the US dollar retreats ahead of key US economic data, including retail sales and employment figures. FTSE 100 technical outlook.

10-02-2026 08:34 GMT by Zain Vawda

NFP Preview: Benchmark revisions, fate of the March rate cut & implications for the DXY and Dow Jones

The delayed January 2026 NFP report, set for release on February 11, is a high-stakes event. It includes annual benchmark revisions to 2025 data, which could increase pressure for a March Fed rate cut if revised sharply downward. We analyze the implications for the Fed's next move, the DXY's test of support, and the 'good news is bad news' paradox facing the Dow Jones. The pending transition to the Warsh era adds further complexity to the outlook.

09-02-2026 22:28 GMT by Zain Vawda