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Bitcoin (BTC/USD) Eyes Bull Flag Breakout as Trump Allows Bitcoin and Crypto in 401(k)s

Bitcoin eyes a breakout as Trump's executive order allows crypto in 401(k)s, boosting market sentiment and potentially increasing institutional investment. Technical analysis shows mixed signals, but positive developments continue.

08-08-2025 00:25 GMT by Zain Vawda

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Yet another day of confusing sentiment – Market wrap for the North American session - August 7

August 7th North-American Session Recap – Confusing but broadly positive sentiment despite a huge turn in US Equities. Check up the Daily asset and FX performance, what changed fundamentally and what's coming up tomorrow.

07-08-2025 20:30 GMT by Elior Manier

Dow Jones and major US indices drop from key levels – Technical Outlook

Despite a solid open and decent Jobless Claims data, equity markets are pulling back after a post-NFP rally that now looks shaky. With September cut odds surging and tariffs back in play, investors face conflicting signals. We step back to analyze higher timeframes and assess key technical levels in the Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq to navigate what lies ahead.

07-08-2025 19:09 GMT by Elior Manier

Why is the Pound rising after this morning's Bank of England rate cut?

The Bank of England surprised markets despite delivering a widely expected 25 bps rate cut to 4.00%. A rare split vote (5-4) and hawkish commentary from Governor Bailey sparked a rebound in the Pound, as traders shifted focus to the central bank's future path. We analyze GBP/USD technicals across multiple timeframes to assess the current momentum and outlook.

07-08-2025 15:39 GMT by Elior Manier

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The US Dollar tries to find stable ground

Since Friday’s NFP miss, the US Dollar has dropped sharply, with the DXY falling from 100.00 to the high 97.00s as Fed cut expectations rise. Equities are surging on the back of this move, with the DAX up 1.7% and Nasdaq futures nearing record highs. Let's spot if USD weakness is poised to continue.

07-08-2025 13:16 GMT by Elior Manier

Nasdaq 100 Technical: Eyeing a new fresh all-time high, supported by momentum and flattening US Treasury yield curve

AI optimism continues to fuel risk-on sentiment, with U.S. equities rallying after news of a potential $500B valuation for OpenAI. The Nasdaq 100 extended gains, supported by momentum indicators and a flatter U.S. yield curve. Price action suggests a medium-term bullish breakout, with key support at 22,945 and targets at 23,820 and 24,220. A break below 22,945 support may signal a deeper correction toward 22,670.

07-08-2025 10:48 GMT by Kelvin Wong

FTSE 100 Technical Outlook: Range Holds Firm as BOE Meeting Approaches

his article discusses the FTSE 100's performance ahead of the BoE meeting, UK house price increases, and provides technical analysis for the FTSE 100.

07-08-2025 09:40 GMT by Zain Vawda

EUR/GBP Technical: Bullish impulsive upleg intact (EUR outperformance over GBP) as BoE looms

The Bank of England is expected to cut interest rates by 25 bps to 4%, its lowest in over two years, amid persistent inflation concerns. UK core inflation rose to 3.7% y/y in June, well above the 2% target. Ahead of the BoE decision, EUR/GBP appears poised for a potential bullish breakout, supported by firm technical momentum and narrowing in the discount of German-UK bond yield spreads, with key resistances at 0.8740 and 0.8800, followed by 0.8860 next.

07-08-2025 08:23 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Silver (XAG/USD) Technical Outlook: Mixed Signals as Rate Cut Expectations Grow

Silver's technical outlook shows mixed signals with a prevailing bearish trend despite a recent rebound. Rising US rate cut expectations and conflicting technical indicators make the next move a "coin toss." Client sentiment data also suggests a potential near-term fall.

06-08-2025 21:09 GMT by Zain Vawda

Tech shines and brings sentiment higher – Market wrap for the North American session - August 6

August 6th North-American Session Recap – Sentiment coming right back higher, dragged upward by a strong performance in Tech. Check up the Daily asset and FX performance, what changed fundamentally and what's coming up tomorrow.

06-08-2025 20:35 GMT by Elior Manier

NFP miss sends the USD tumbling — North American Mid-Week Market Update

Mid-Week update for North-American Markets – North American assets, particularly the USD and US Indices take a beating after the missed US Jobs number . Taking a look at NA index and currency performance combined with a USDCAD intraday chart to spot what's next for American Markets.

06-08-2025 20:13 GMT by Elior Manier

US oil rallies but shows indecision within established range

US Oil outlook amid mixed technical and fundamental signals – Take a look at our multi-timeframe levels and spot where the commodity could go next.

06-08-2025 15:04 GMT by Elior Manier

Bank of England (BoE) Meeting Preview: Job Market Holds the Key as 25 bps Cut Looms

This BoE meeting preview analyzes the expected 0.25% rate cut on August 7, 2025. Key factors influencing the decision include the cooling labor market, weaker-than-expected economic growth, and sticky inflation. The article also discusses the MPC vote split, future monetary policy outlook, and technical analysis for GBP/USD.

06-08-2025 14:00 GMT by Zain Vawda

AUDUSD lifted by rally in the New Zealand dollar and positive data

AUDUSD Multi-timeframe analysis as key technical patterns could be into play with the Aussie currently leading the forex board. Taking a look at fundamentals for the pair and if the current rally can hold further.

06-08-2025 13:54 GMT by Elior Manier

Markets Today: Japans Nominal Wage Hits Four-Month High, European Shares Advance, DAX Back at Crucial 24000 Level

Global markets overview: Japan's wages hit 4-month high; European shares advance, DAX at 24000. US tariff threats loom for India and China. Discusses technicals for DAX, Nikkei, Gold, and Oil, with client sentiment data for DAX.

06-08-2025 09:30 GMT by Zain Vawda

EUR/USD bearish move below parity on hold for now

EUR/USD Technical: Poised for a minor bullish breakout in euro strength

The euro staged a sharp rebound against the US dollar on 1 August, gaining 1.5% after weaker-than-expected US jobs data halted a week-long decline. Since 4 August, EUR/USD has traded in a narrow range, as markets digest rising stagflation risks and await President Trump’s Fed nomination. Technical indicators suggest a potential bullish breakout, with support at 1.1520 and resistance at 1.1600 and 1.1680/1705.

06-08-2025 06:37 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Nikkei 225 Technical: Start of new bullish impulsive up move as Japan’s wages tick higher

The Japan 225 CFD Index has declined by -5.5% from its 24 July high of 42,084 to a low of 39,980, but signs point to a potential bullish reversal. Rising nominal wages and anticipated positive real wage growth could boost consumer confidence and support Japanese equities. Technically, price action has rebounded above the 20-day moving average, while momentum indicators suggest short-term upside potential above the key 40,130 support level.

06-08-2025 02:16 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Sentiment softens again after US Services PMI miss – Market wrap for the North American session - August 5

August 5th North-American Session Recap – Sentiment came back down after yesterday's upward mean-reversion session for risk-assets. Check up the Daily asset and FX performance, what changed fundamentally and what's coming up tomorrow.

05-08-2025 21:08 GMT by Elior Manier

GBPUSD outlook ahead of Thursday's Bank of England rate decision

GBPUSD Technical analysis and a review of the ongoing trends after seeing some swift changes in the price action. Preparing for the upcoming Bank of England rate decision through a multi-timeframe analysis and looking at the expectations.

05-08-2025 19:26 GMT by Elior Manier

USDCHF – Is it the end of the run for the Swiss Franc?

USDCHF Outlook – Taking a peek at the most recent reversal in the Swiss Franc after its strong 2025 run to establish if a local bottom has been found. Multi-timeframe analysis of the pair and a small parenthesis on CHFJPY.

05-08-2025 16:30 GMT by Elior Manier