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USD/JPY maintains a clear range ahead of Japanese CPI – FX Analysis
USD/JPY Technical Analysis: The USD/JPY pair stalls after experiencing massive geopolitical swings, consolidating as market participants weigh energy-driven inflation against a hesitant Bank of Japan. As traders await tonight's CPI data and a pivotal weekend of diplomatic negotiations, a clear directional breakout for the Yen hinges on a resolution to the Middle East conflict. Explore an intraday timeframe analysis of the FX pair to map out its next major move.
by Elior Manier
Intel (INTC) Technical: Overstretched rally, corrective decline looms below 72.54/75.76 within major uptrend
Intel (INTC) has surged nearly 80% year-to-date, driven by its strategic “national champion” role and AI partnerships, but technical signals suggest the rally may be overstretched. Price action is facing resistance near 72.54/75.76, with bearish momentum building after exiting overbought conditions. With Q1 earnings expected to drop sharply, a corrective pullback toward 54–40 is possible unless a decisive breakout above resistance sustains further upside.
by Kelvin Wong
Markets Today: UK PMI beats as input costs soar, DXY advances & Gold grinds lower. US PMI & Middle East tensions in focus
Geopolitical risk is driving safe-haven bids for the US Dollar, which is on track for its first weekly gain in a month, despite a cautious European open. While corporate earnings provided bright spots (Nestle, L'Oreal), the broader market remains focused on the energy shock and geopolitical stalemates. UK PMI data showed resilience but record input costs hint at sticky inflation
by Zain Vawda
Chart alert: WTI crude oil at risk of mean reversion decline below $102.25 after 5% spike
WTI crude oil surged 5% on a false alarm attack in Tehran before quickly retracing gains, underscoring fragile sentiment amid US–Iran tensions. Despite geopolitical risks, declining implied volatility and easing backwardation suggest limited upside. Technically, oil is testing range resistance near the 20-day moving average, with bearish signals pointing to a potential mean reversion decline toward $90.50 or lower unless $102.25 is decisively cleared.
by Kelvin Wong
Cryptos breakout of bear trends, but will it continue? Bitcoin (BTC) & Ethereum (ETH) Outlook
Crypto update: The crypto market extends its recent lead as Bitcoin climbs toward the $79,000 mark and Ethereum shatters major resistance levels. As traders navigate Kevin Warsh's hawkish Federal Reserve outlook and upcoming ceasefire deadlines, the spotlight remains on whether large-cap cryptos can sustain their momentum independent of broader equity markets. Explore a technical analysis and key trading levels to navigate the latest developments for BTC and ETH.
by Elior Manier
Nasdaq breaks a new record after Ceasefire extension – Dow Jones and US Stock Market Outlook
S&P 500, Dow Jones, Nasdaq Analysis and Trading Levels: Tech bulls lead a massive relief rally as a new diplomatic lifeline breathes life back into US equities. While the Nasdaq skyrockets to record highs and Bitcoin targets the massive $80,000 milestone, the S&P 500 remains threatened by its own double-top formation as traders anxiously await crucial negotiations this Friday. Explore an intraday technical analysis of the major benchmarks to navigate the elevated volatility.
by Elior Manier
Tesla (TSLA) Technical: Bearish reaction from 200-day MA with weak relative strength
Tesla (TSLA) faces mounting technical pressure ahead of its Q1 2026 earnings, underperforming peers in the Magnificent 7 despite a broader market rebound. Price action has been rejected at the 200-day moving average, reinforcing a bearish bias below 417.40. Weak relative strength versus the S&P 500 and fading momentum indicators suggest downside risks toward 337–288 if key support at 363.80 breaks, unless a bullish reversal invalidates the trend.
by Kelvin Wong
Ceasefire and Fed concerns provoke a late-Session tumble (but Trump saves the Day!) – North American Session Market Wrap for April 21
April 21, 2026 North-American Session Recap – While the Ceasefire was projected to fall apart, hurting investor sentiment in the late session, President Trump just announced its extension. Check up the latest trends and developments, daily asset and FX performance, what changed fundamentally and what's coming up in the session ahead.
by Elior Manier
A new era for the Fed? Looking back on Kevin Warsh's US Senate hearing & Market reactions
Market reactions: Wall Street frowns as incoming Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh signals a structural hawkish shift during his Senate confirmation hearing. With Warsh advocating for an end to forward guidance and a heavy reduction of the Fed's balance sheet, US equities—led by a Dow Jones pullback—took a decisive hit. Combined with the looming April 22 US-Iran ceasefire deadline, explore how stocks, the US Dollar, Oil, and precious metals reacted to the end of the easy money era.
by Elior Manier
Fed's Warsh and Ceasefire-end triggers Market Double tops – Dow Jones and US Stock Market Outlook
S&P 500, Dow Jones, Nasdaq Analysis and Trading Levels: Wall Street's bullish momentum stalls as the odds for an April 30 US-Iran peace deal plummet below 30% amid a standoff over the Strait of Hormuz blockade. Meanwhile, Fed Chair nominee Kevin Warsh's Senate testimony on balance sheet reform weighs on equities, forming intraday double-tops across benchmarks. Explore an intraday technical analysis of the markets as the Wednesday ceasefire deadline ticks closer.
by Elior Manier
The Dollar is forecasting tougher times ahead – EUR/USD, AUD/USD & Dollar Index (DXY) overview
US Dollar, AUD/USD and EUR/USD Analysis: The US Dollar halts its post-ceasefire decline, signaling potential turbulence ahead as tomorrow's critical peace deadline looms. While a hot NZ CPI report and rate hike pricing buoy the Kiwi, fading hopes for a swift US-Iran deal revive safe-haven demand across the broader currency market. Explore a technical analysis of the Dollar Index, EUR/USD, and AUD/USD to navigate the evolving trend.
by Elior Manier
Chart alert: Bullish flag formation in Copper (XCU/USD) as 2nd US-Iran peace talks loom
Copper (XCU/USD) remains supported after a 17% rally from March lows, driven by improving risk sentiment amid US–Iran ceasefire optimism. Price action is consolidating in a bullish flag pattern, suggesting potential continuation higher. A breakout above 6.0680 may trigger further upside toward 6.29, while downside risks remain if key support at 5.8790 fails. Strong global manufacturing activity continues to underpin demand, reinforcing copper’s constructive outlook.
by Kelvin Wong
Chart alert: NZD/USD’s 3-day decline ends, potential bullish reversal above 0.5846 key support
NZD/USD is showing signs of a bullish reversal after holding above key support at 0.5846, supported by stronger-than-expected inflation and rising expectations of RBNZ rate hikes. Yield spreads are turning in favour of the kiwi, reinforcing upside momentum. A break above 0.5929 could drive gains toward 0.6030, while a drop below 0.5846 may trigger a short-term pullback.
by Kelvin Wong
Metals in focus with Ceasefire uncertainty – Silver (XAG/USD) & Gold (XAU/USD) intraday outlook
XAU/USD, XAG/USD Outlook: Traditional safe havens face an identity crisis as the April 22 US-Iran ceasefire deadline approaches without a finalized deal. While Gold could explode higher if peace talks collapse and oil remains contained below the $100 mark, industrial-leaning metals like Silver face heavy downside risks at their current relative highs. Explore an intraday technical analysis of XAG/USD and XAU/USD to navigate this binary environment.
by Elior Manier
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