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NZD/JPY Technical: Further Kiwi weakness, torpedoed by an ultra-dovish RBNZ
The RBNZ cut its OCR by 25 bps to 3%, but surprised with dovish guidance, projecting further declines to 2.71% by end-2025 and 2.55% in early 2026. Two officials even pushed for a 50 bps cut, reinforcing easing bias. The Kiwi weakened, with NZD/JPY showing downside potential as bond yield spreads narrow, supporting a bearish medium-term outlook.
20-08-2025 05:35 GMT by Kelvin Wong
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RBNZ Meeting Preview: 25 bps Cut Expected. Will it be the Last Cut of 2025?
The RBNZ is set to cut rates by 25 bps. Will this be the last cut of 2025? With inflation still high but the economy slowing, the RBNZ faces a tough balancing act. Explore the potential scenarios for their decision and the crucial forward guidance. Technical analysis for NZD/USD and client sentiment data is also explored.
19-08-2025 23:17 GMT by Zain Vawda
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Silver (XAG) and other metals fall as Markets price-in ease in Ukraine War
Precious metals face sharp profit-taking after months of outperformance, alongside other 2025 winners like tech and cryptocurrencies. With flows rotating out of the US Dollar, gold and silver had surged on themes of de-globalization and fiat skepticism. Today’s focus shifts to Silver, as markets reassess the sustainability of this rally.
19-08-2025 18:42 GMT by Elior Manier
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The US Dollar (DXY) pauses at 98.00 as markets await clarity – What's next?
With summer trading volumes subdued and European markets quiet overnight, the Dollar Index is finding a floor near the 98.00 handle. Following a sharp July rally and August retracement, the DXY remains rangebound as traders await clarity from White House-led talks with Russia, Ukraine, and the EU. We analyze if this indecision can persist from a technical standpoint.
19-08-2025 12:58 GMT by Elior Manier
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Markets Today: Russia-Ukraine Talks, Nikkei Retreats, FTSE 100 Eyes Gains. Canadian Inflation Ahead
Russia-Ukraine talks, Nikkei retreats, Canadian inflation upcoming, and FTSE 100 poised for gains. Gold hovers at $3340/oz. Trump meets Zelensky, discussing US security guarantees for Ukraine. European stocks open higher, while defense stocks dip. Key UK company news for Assura, IWG, Rio Tinto, Shell, and Shein. Oil steady, copper muted. Technical outlook for FTSE 100 .
19-08-2025 08:06 GMT by Zain Vawda
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US Oil breaks out as bearish catalysts fade
Geopolitical headwinds are entering global oil markets as Russia continues flooding exports, Ukraine targets pipelines, and Middle East conflicts find potential resolutions. With EU leaders arriving in the White House to disucss the next steps of the Russia-Ukraine war, we analyze WTI to identify potential short- and long-term support levels amid this volatility.
18-08-2025 17:36 GMT by Elior Manier
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Nasdaq and tech sector open the week on cautious footing
Tech stocks and the Nasdaq are starting the week on a cautious note, while the Dow holds up better in futures. After weeks of outperformance, the dip in tech could be routine profit-taking—or the start of a broader shift as risk appetite cools. With Walmart, Target, and Home Depot earnings ahead, plus PPI data weighing on sentiment, traders are watching closely for signals of what’s next.
18-08-2025 13:54 GMT by Elior Manier
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Cryptocurrencies extend their decline from recent highs
Cryptos face a sharp pullback after signs of exhaustion. Bitcoin’s failure to hold its all-time high and Ethereum’s rejection near $4,870 signaled hesitancy, while altcoins showed weaker demand. With digital assets tied to risk sentiment, fresh geopolitical tensions added pressure, prompting investors to lock in profits. BTC and ETH charts now hold the key to what’s next with an extra update on the Market Cap.
18-08-2025 13:22 GMT by Elior Manier
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Gold (XAU/USD) Hovers at $3350/oz, Russia-Ukraine Developments in Focus
Gold prices rallied from an overnight low around the $3323/oz handle to a high of $3360/oz before settling around the $3350/oz mark. The precious metal looks set to continue its choppy price action at the start of a busy week. The recovery in Gold from the overnight low could in part be down to lower US Treasury Yields with the benchmark 10Y US Treasury yield falling from its recent highs.
18-08-2025 12:14 GMT by Zain Vawda
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Dow Jones Technical: The laggard has started to play a bullish catch-up
The US Wall Street 30 CFD Index (proxy for Dow futures) extended its bullish upswing from the 1 Aug swing low of 43,335, surging 2.9% to a record intraday high of 45,283 on 15 Aug before closing at 45,032. With price action holding above key moving averages and momentum signals firm, the medium-term bias stays bullish above 44,420, targeting 45,660/45,730 and 46,180, supported by a steeper US yield curve.
18-08-2025 11:25 GMT by Kelvin Wong
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WTI Crude Technical: Bearish tone intact as Trump-Zelenskiy meeting looms
WTI crude (West Texas Oil CFD) extended its decline, sliding -3.2% to a three-month low of US$62.19 on 13 Aug and dipping further in Asia trading to US$62.47 after the Trump–Putin meeting. Despite Trump calling the talks “productive,” no ceasefire details emerged, keeping bearish momentum intact. Technical signals suggest further downside risk, with support eyed at US$61.30 and US$60.60/60.10.
18-08-2025 08:34 GMT by Kelvin Wong
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