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ETH breaks out and SOL surges higher, keeping crypto markets tight
Cryptos have lagged US equities but showed signs of life in recent sessions, led by altcoins. Solana surged ~20% since Monday, while Bitcoin bounced from $107,000 lows off key support. ETF inflows and favorable regulatory signals underlying the lift. We review technical setups for Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana ahead of the weekend.
by Elior Manier
WTI Crude Technical: Weakness prevails below US$64.36/barrel as geopolitical risk premium fizzles out
WTI crude remains under pressure, sliding 7% from its early-September peak as weak US labor data weighs on demand. A brief rebound to US$64.27, driven by a modest OPEC+ output hike and an increase in geopolitical risk premium, quickly lost steam. With resistance at US$64.10/64.36 holding, the short-term bias stays bearish, exposing support at US$61.30–60.10 ahead of key US consumer sentiment data later today.
by Kelvin Wong
AUD/USD Technical: Bullish breakout above 0.6700 major resistance after minor pull-back as US consumer sentiment looms
AUD/USD extended its rally, hitting 0.6690 on 12 Sep and testing key resistance at 0.6660/0.6680. The Aussie outperformed peers, with the US Dollar Index down 1.67% over 5 days. Softer US labor data and expectations of Fed cuts, alongside firmer China core inflation and rising iron ore futures, support AUD strength. Key near-term levels: support at 0.6620, resistance at 0.6760.
by Kelvin Wong
Ethereum tries to gather momentum after the CPI report
While equities shine fron this morning's CPI report, cryptocurrencies still await for renewed momentum. Bitcoin has bounced from $108K while Ethereum struggles to regain momentum. With FOMC cut expectations shifting and traders awaiting Powell’s stance, we analyze the broader crypto outlook and dive into Ethereum’s multi-timeframe setup.
by Elior Manier
Dow Jones (DJIA) Technical: Poised for a potential bullish breakout as US CPI looms
Since Fed Chair Powell’s dovish pivot at Jackson Hole on 22 Aug, the Dow Jones has lagged peers, slipping 0.3% while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 hit fresh record highs and the Russell 2000 gained 0.7%. Markets now fully price a 25 bps Fed rate cut on 17 Sep, with high odds of two more cuts by year-end. The Dow’s technical setup shows bullish consolidation, with key support at 45,290/45,175 and resistance at 45,780 (upside trigger level) for 46,060/46,180 and 46,365/46,400.
by Kelvin Wong
USD/JPY Technical: Mild JPY strength detected ahead of US CPI
USD/JPY remains choppy within a four-month “Ascending Wedge” as initial gains faded, leaving the pair near 147.40 by 11 Sep. Markets have shifted focus from Japan’s political change to BoJ policy, with rising PPI hinting at higher core inflation, supporting gradual rate hikes. Meanwhile, the narrowing US-Japan 10-year yield spread reduces dollar appeal, suggesting downside pressure on USD/JPY ahead.
by Kelvin Wong
Gold (XAU/USD) Coils Ahead of US CPI… Are Bulls Exhausted?
Gold is near all-time highs due to geopolitical risks, political uncertainty, and expectations of Federal Reserve rate cuts. NATO's Article 4 activation after alleged Russian drone attacks in Poland and other global events are driving haven demand. Upcoming US CPI data will be a key focus.
by Zain Vawda
Bringing back the cuts to US and Canada, US CPI preview — North American mid-week Market update
Mid-Week update for North-American Markets – The US Dollar stays put despite the two key releases, as more emphasis is put on tomorrow's CPI release. Get ready for the upcoming data, and check out why new cuts are priced in for both the US and Canada. Taking a look at NA index and currency performance combined with a USDCAD intraday chart to spot what's next for American Markets.
by Elior Manier
USDJPY outlook: Japanese yen holds strong on PM Ishiba’s resignation
The yen is unfazed by Shigeru Ishiba’s resignation, as traders had already anticipated the LDP’s mid-July setback. Relief over avoiding a no-confidence vote, combined with softer US PPI data boosting Fed cut odds, supports renewed JPY strength. We review USD/JPY’s multi-timeframe technical outlook.
by Elior Manier
Chaos in Eastern Europe – Oil (WTI) prices lagging the move?
Geopolitical tensions escalate as Russia launches drones into Poland, prompting NATO consultations and raising fresh concerns for Eastern Europe. Despite mounting risks, WTI Oil remains subdued, with Russia’s cheap exports capping prices. We examine multi-timeframe charts to assess whether crude is lagging behind the turmoil-driven upside risks
by Elior Manier
Breaking News: US core PPI rises by 2.8% Y/Y in August vs 3.5% expected
US Producer Price Index (PPI) ex. Food & Energy August (Core) (YoY): +?% vs +3.5% expected, below consensus by -0.1% US Producer Price Index (PPI) ex. Food & Energy August (Core) (MoM): +?% vs +0.9% expected, below consensus by -0.1% US Producer Price Index (PPI) August (YoY): +?% vs +3.3% expected, meets consensus US Producer Price Index (PPI) August (MoM): +?% vs +0.3% expected, meets consensus
by Christian Norman
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