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Markets turn the page on August trading – Market wrap for the North American session - August 29

August 29th North-American Session Recap – Month-end flows brings volatility back on the table, with metals shining and currencies and cryptocurrencies falling. Check up the Daily asset and FX performance, what changed fundamentally and what's coming up tomorrow.

29-08-2025 20:20 GMT by Elior Manier

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Risk appetite takes a hit as Markets prepare for month-end, Silver breaks yearly highs

Some risk-off flows are degrading markets, with the up-move in metals degrading general sentiment – Silver just broke its yearly highs and the US Dollar took a hit today (still holding above weekly lows). Take a look at a global market picture as traders brace for month-end flows.

29-08-2025 18:41 GMT by Elior Manier

Markets Weekly Outlook – US Non-Farm Payrolls, US ISM Services PMIs and Eurozone Inflation

A week ahead preview: Muted trading builds impatience towards next week's key data releases – Participants won't move before knowing where US labor stands. 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 (incuding the infamous NFP report, all eyes are on this).

29-08-2025 15:08 GMT by Elior Manier

Gold (XAU/USD) Eyes Weekly Close Above $3400/oz on Renewed Haven Demand and DXY Weakness

Gold advances on haven demand & DXY weakness, eyeing $3400. Geopolitical risks from Russia-Ukraine & Iran-West tensions fuel surge. Technical analysis suggests caution despite macroeconomic support; Key US economic data next week could drive further moves.

29-08-2025 14:23 GMT by Zain Vawda

EURUSD rangebound in the waiting for further news – breakout levels

EUR/USD trading volumes shrank in the last week of August as traders await the NFP report. The canceled Zelenskyy-Putin meeting underscores geopolitical risks, while rangebound action continues to define the pair. Explore how to trade within the EURUSD range and identify potential breakout levels ahead of next week's US Non-Farm Payrolls.

29-08-2025 12:30 GMT by Elior Manier

USD/JPY Technical: Eyeing the ascending range support of 145.50

USD/JPY has extended its slide from the late-July peak of 150.92, falling -2.6% to 147.00. Fresh Tokyo core-core inflation data and stronger consumer confidence reinforced expectations for a potential 25bps BoJ rate hike in October, keeping pressure on the pair. With USD/JPY trading below its 20-day average and testing the 50-day, focus now shifts to US core PCE data later today, a key driver of Fed rate cut bets ahead of September’s FOMC.

29-08-2025 10:15 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Markets Today: German Unemployment at 10 Year Highs, FTSE Slides on Head & Shoulders Breakout. US PCE Up Next

German unemployment hits a 10-year high, FTSE 100 slides, and global markets react to inflation data and central bank actions. Asia sees a tech rally, while European stocks dip. Get insights on oil, gold, and currency movements, plus a technical analysis of the FTSE 100.

29-08-2025 10:15 GMT by Zain Vawda

Sterling Outlook Softens amid Sticky Inflation, Slowing Growth and Fiscal Strains

GBP outlook has turned bearish: Sticky inflation, slowing growth, and tight fiscal prospects tilt risks to the downside despite earlier stability versus G10. BoE likely to cut once more, then pause: After a split August 25 bp cut, a single 25 bp cut in November is plausible, with futures sceptical about further easing. Inflation is persistent and services-led: Core ~3.8% y/y; services ~5% y/y; broad pricing pressure and elevated expectations keep disinflation progress limited.

29-08-2025 07:26 GMT by Łukasz Zembik

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Zelenskyy-Putin talks get cancelled – Market wrap for the North American session - August 28

August 28th North-American Session Recap – Putin refuses to discuss with Zelenskyy in the latest round of geopolitical disappointment. Check up the Daily asset and FX performance, what changed fundamentally and what's coming up tomorrow.

28-08-2025 20:39 GMT by Elior Manier

US Oil (WTI) breaks $65, Russia–Ukraine talks regress

WTI US Oil prices are breaking out. With Ukraine-Russia talks stalling and Russia maintaining high supply to sponsor its continued war, crude is bouncing after having retested support. Explore the key technical levels for US Oil in today’s session rise.

28-08-2025 18:19 GMT by Elior Manier

GBP/USD: Cable holds above 1.35000 as markets curb BoE rate cut bets

Starting with a UK national holiday, coupled with a noticeably sparse UK economic calendar, the current trading week has been somewhat uneventful for cable traders. Having only recently secured its best six-monthly performance since 2020, riding a wave of dollar downside, GBP/USD currently floats above the key level of 1.35000 and looks for daily support.

28-08-2025 18:17 GMT by Christian Norman

Nasdaq lead US indices in undecisive moves post NVDA earnings – Dow Jones, S&P 500 and Nasdaq overview

US Indices rally in today's session but the price action still lacks some further conviction. Nasdaq leads indices after Nvidia's earnings beat, however the individual stock is still seeing profit-taking. Technical levels for the Dow Jones, S&P 500 and Nasdaq.

28-08-2025 15:23 GMT by Elior Manier

USDCAD falls despite a US GDP data beat – Technical outlook

USDCAD multi-timeframe technical analysis after the GDP data release for the US. The USD is falling despite stronger US GDP data. USDCAD is slipping back into its July range (1.3550–1.38), with key levels to watch ahead of tomorrow’s Canadian GDP release. Tariff uncertainty also looms as Canada drops retaliatory measures before Friday’s exemption deadline.

28-08-2025 14:01 GMT by Elior Manier

Markets Today: Markets Digest NVIDIA Earnings, FTSE Eyes Head and Shoulder Breakout. Euro Area Consumer Confidence and US GDP Data Ahead

NVIDIA earnings impact, FTSE's potential breakout, and upcoming Euro Area Consumer Confidence & US GDP data. Asian chipmakers rally, while European markets rise on eased AI slowdown fears. Also, a look at currency movements & oil, gold.

28-08-2025 08:32 GMT by Zain Vawda

Nasdaq 100 Technical: Bullish trend intact despite Nvidia -3% (after-hours) sell-off

Following Nvidia’s Q2 earnings, which missed AI data center revenue expectations, the Nasdaq 100 CFD Index remains in a short- to medium-term bullish trend. Despite Nvidia’s 3% after-hours drop, technical support at its ascending channel and 50-day moving average helped stabilize the market. Positive guidance from Nvidia’s AI segment and key technical indicators continue to underpin potential upside, keeping the Nasdaq 100’s bullish momentum intact.

28-08-2025 08:30 GMT by Kelvin Wong

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Nvidia releases earnings and getting ready for the monthly US GDP release – Market wrap for the North American session - August 27

August 27th North-American Session Recap – Choppy Markets and cryptos are rising again. Check up the Daily asset and FX performance, what changed fundamentally and what's coming up tomorrow.

27-08-2025 20:45 GMT by Elior Manier

Silver (XAG) and other metals in focus as the Federal Reserve independance gets challenged

Silver has rebounded strongly after Powell’s Jackson Hole speech was read as dovish, compounded by growing concerns over Fed independence following the dismissal of board member Lisa Cook. Up 6% since late July, the metal is consolidating near highs, suggesting momentum for further upside. We analyze key breakout points and technical levels for Silver (XAG).

27-08-2025 20:13 GMT by Elior Manier

EUR/USD Reclaims 1.1600 as DXY Retreats, Key Economic Data Ahead

EUR/USD, DXY, and German consumer sentiment. Get insights on key economic data, including US jobless claims and PCE Price Index, and technical analysis on DXY and EUR/USD with critical support and resistance levels.

27-08-2025 16:55 GMT by Zain Vawda

US Dollar whipsaws and undecided Markets — North American Mid-Week Market Update

Mid-Week update for North-American Markets – North American Markets are still waiting for more clarity on Future rate cuts, USD strengthening. Taking a look at NA index and currency performance combined with a USDCAD intraday chart to spot what's next for American Markets.

27-08-2025 15:34 GMT by Elior Manier

USDJPY rallies into its range amid a US Dollar rebound – Will the range break?

USD/JPY has been stuck in a narrow two-week range as traders weigh conflicting US data and Powell’s more balanced Jackson Hole tone. With questions over the pace of Fed cuts, uncertainty about the next Fed board member, and the BoJ watching for narrowing rate differentials, the pair faces a key test. We analyze the technicals for potential breakout levels or if the range is to hold further.

27-08-2025 12:55 GMT by Elior Manier