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Traders are desperate for more news, but the status quo is positive

May 27 recap: Global Stock Markets hold steady near historic highs as the tech-heavy Nasdaq solidifies its breakout above the 30,000 psychological milestone, but the momentum slows down. While the absence of immediate Middle East warfare supports global risk appetite, President Trump's strict stance on Iranian sanctions relief emphasizes the winding road to a finalized treaty. Explore our technical breakdown as institutional focus shifts to tomorrow's crucial Core PCE inflation print.

27-05-2026 20:04 GMT by Elior Manier

Stock Markets are hesitant on the Memorandum – Dow Jones, Nasdaq and S&P 500 Intraday Levels

S&P 500, Dow Jones, Nasdaq Analysis and Trading Levels: US stock benchmarks experience a healthy capital rotation as institutional money shifts out of tech and into defensive blue chips. While the Nasdaq pauses after tapping the monumental 30,000 milestone, the Dow Jones catches a steady bid above 50,200. However, fresh volatility looms as President Trump expresses dissatisfaction with the latest US-Iran peace proposal.

27-05-2026 16:48 GMT by Elior Manier

All about the peace process – North American Mid-Week Market Update

Mid-Week update for North-American Markets – Markets are now officially prepared for a real peace process. 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.

27-05-2026 13:14 GMT by Elior Manier

Cryptos fail to generate momentum continuous confusion – BTC and Ethereum (ETH) Technical Outlook

Cryptocurrency Market update: Bitcoin and Ethereum remain trapped in a tight, rangebound grind as digital assets decouple from the record-breaking rally seen in traditional US equities. While the tech-heavy Nasdaq surges on Strait of Hormuz peace headlines, explore our technical outlook to see if BTC’s consolidation around the $76,000 handle is signalling a localized top or a launching pad for a delayed catch-up rally.

26-05-2026 20:58 GMT by Elior Manier

Markets are sending mixed feelings on the peace Deal – Dow Jones, Nasdaq and S&P 500 Intraday Levels

S&P 500, Dow Jones, Nasdaq Analysis and Trading Levels: UUS stock markets reverse early-session gains as unresolved diplomatic roadblocks between the US and Iran snap the post-holiday euphoria. With WTI Crude violently erasing yesterday’s 7% collapse over sticking points on frozen funds and nuclear material. Explore the intraday technical levels for the Dow, Nasdaq, and S&P 500.

26-05-2026 16:24 GMT by Elior Manier

The Dollar contradicts the peace trade – EUR/USD, GBP/USD & Dollar Index (DXY) overview

Forex Market update: The US Dollar defies the prevailing peace trade narrative, holding its ground against major peers as the FX market spots critical dealbreakers in the latest US-Iran diplomatic drafts. With frozen assets and uranium disposal remaining deadlocked, Brent crude’s intraday rebound is keeping inflation anxieties alive. Explore our in-depth technical breakdown of the DXY, EUR/USD, and GBP/USD.

26-05-2026 14:11 GMT by Elior Manier

Chart alert: AUD/NZD rally set to continue after hitting 13-year high

AUD/NZD may extend its rally after reaching a fresh 13-year high ahead of the RBNZ policy decision. While the RBNZ is expected to deliver a hawkish hold at 2.25%, widening Australia-New Zealand bond yield spreads and the RBA’s more aggressive tightening path continue to favour the Australian dollar. Technical analysis highlights strong bullish momentum above 1.2130 support, with a breakout above 1.2250 potentially opening the door toward 1.2310 and 1.2400.

26-05-2026 07:17 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Asia open: Trump-Iran peace optimism sparks equity rally as sticky U.S. inflation risks loom large

Global markets surged after renewed optimism surrounding a potential U.S.-Iran peace deal triggered a sharp drop in oil prices and boosted investor risk appetite. However, sticky U.S. inflation and elevated Treasury yields continue to reinforce expectations of prolonged restrictive Federal Reserve policy. In Asia, Japan’s Nikkei rallied to record highs while Singapore posted stronger-than-expected GDP growth, highlighting the region’s resilience despite ongoing energy and supply-chain risks.

26-05-2026 02:51 GMT by Kelvin Wong

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The Memorial Day session brought with it some great news

US markets gear up for a high-volume trading week following a blockbuster Memorial Day session that firmly laid a bullish foundation. Driven by an advanced US-Iran draft agreement and a projected 30-day timeline to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a collapsing US Dollar and a 7% plunge in WTI Crude are setting the stage for an explosive return of market liquidity. Explore our pre-market technical analysis for the major benchmarks.

25-05-2026 20:16 GMT by Elior Manier

The Strait of Hormuz is to be opened in 30 days, Oil down 7% – WTI Technical analysis

WTI Oil Update: Oil is in an absolute freefall, tumbling 7% during a thin holiday session to retest early May lows. Driven entirely by President Trump's blockbuster announcement projecting a full reopening of the Strait of Hormuz within 30 days, explore our in-depth technical analysis of crude's critical structural pivot zones.

25-05-2026 18:34 GMT by Elior Manier

Markets are closed, but futures are exploding – Dow Jones, Nasdaq and S&P 500 Intraday Levels

S&P 500, Dow Jones, Nasdaq Analysis and Trading Levels:US stock futures explode into uncharted territory during a shortened Memorial Day session as institutional capital prices in a historic Middle East breakthrough. With reports confirming Iran's willingness to transfer its enriched uranium to China and negotiators convening in Doha, the Dow futures hit 51,000 while the Nasdaq closes in on 30,000. Explore the intraday technical levels for the Dow, Nasdaq, and S&P 500.

25-05-2026 16:19 GMT by Elior Manier

Asia open: US futures gap up on US-Iran peace deal hopes with US dollar in retreat

Global markets rallied after senior U.S. officials signalled that a U.S.-Iran peace deal could be imminent, boosting U.S. equity futures and weakening the U.S. dollar. Meanwhile, collapsing U.S. consumer sentiment and rising inflation expectations intensified stagflation fears under new Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh. In Asia, the Nikkei 225 surged to fresh record highs while Southeast Asia’s growing reliance on biofuels raised new concerns over food inflation and supply disruptions.

25-05-2026 02:30 GMT by Kelvin Wong

A final path to peace? Markets Weekly Outlook

A week ahead preview: Traders are hungry for a peace treaty, after a rollercoaster 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)

22-05-2026 20:08 GMT by Elior Manier

ECB between fighting inflation and weaker growth

Analysis of the ECB’s dilemma as persistent inflation in the eurozone’s largest economies raises the possibility of a June rate hike despite weaker growth prospects.

22-05-2026 17:48 GMT by Krzysztof Kamiński

Stock Markets dance towards new records ahead of a long weekend – Dow Jones, Nasdaq and S&P 500 Intraday Levels

S&P 500, Dow Jones, Nasdaq Analysis and Trading Levels: US stock benchmarks surge toward uncharted territory as a massive wave of geopolitical optimism sweeps Wall Street. Fueled by reports of a Qatari negotiating team arriving in Tehran to help secure a US-Iran peace deal, crude oil prices are sliding lower, allowing the Dow Jones, Nasdaq, and S&P 500 to resume their relentless bullish expansion. Explore the intraday technical levels for the Dow, Nasdaq, and S&P 500.

22-05-2026 16:02 GMT by Elior Manier

USD/JPY trades close to 160.00 after Japan's CPI – More interventions required? – FX Analysis

USD/JPY Technical Analysis: The Japanese Yen faces fresh capitulation risks as Japan's April core CPI drops to a dovish 1.4%, well below the Bank of Japan's 2% target. Driven by domestic fuel subsidies masking Middle East oil shocks, the stark policy divergence with a hawkish Federal Reserve has pushed USD/JPY perilously close to the historic 160.00 handle. Explore our comprehensive technical breakdown and FX intervention outlook.

22-05-2026 13:37 GMT by Elior Manier

Asia open: Stock markets surge on US-Iran peace progress and soft Japan CPI

Global stock markets surged as optimism over a potential U.S.-Iran peace deal fueled a broad “risk-on” rally across equities. Meanwhile, Japan’s softer April CPI data eased pressure on the Bank of Japan to tighten policy aggressively, weakening the yen and supporting regional equities. Falling bond yields, easing geopolitical tensions, and improving semiconductor supply-chain conditions further reinforced bullish sentiment across Asia Pacific markets and U.S. technology shares.

22-05-2026 02:08 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Cryptos pulled back but sentiment rebounds, Opportunity? – BTC and Ethereum (ETH) Technical Outlook

Cryptocurrency Market update: Bitcoin pulls back from the monumental $80,000 psychological milestone, temporarily decoupling from the explosive risk-on rally seen in traditional US equities. As digital assets lag behind the tech-heavy Nasdaq following the latest US-Iran peace draft, explore our in-depth technical analysis of BTC and Ethereum (ETH) to determine if this consolidation is a bull trap or a discounted buying opportunity.

21-05-2026 21:06 GMT by Elior Manier

Stock Markets stall, too early for the deal ? Dow Jones, Nasdaq and S&P 500 Intraday Levels

S&P 500, Dow Jones, Nasdaq Analysis and Trading Levels: US stock benchmarks settle into a muted, rangebound channel as the euphoria from the recent peace rally cools into a healthy profit-taking session. With tech and consumer defensive sectors steering a modest pullback, institutional capital moves to the sidelines ahead of Kevin Warsh's official swearing-in ceremony at the White House. Explore the intraday technical levels for the Dow, Nasdaq, and S&P 500.

21-05-2026 16:04 GMT by Elior Manier

The deal is still quite unsure, Crude Oil back above $100 – WTI Technical analysis

WTI Oil Update: Crude Oil spikes back above the $100 psychological threshold as Iran's rigid nuclear stance derails recent diplomatic optimism. With the geopolitical risk premium rapidly flooding back into energy markets, explore our in-depth technical analysis of WTI's critical support and resistance zones.

21-05-2026 13:24 GMT by Elior Manier