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Markets Today: Euro Area Inflation Edges Higher, Gold Retreats Below $4200/oz. FTSE 100 Eyes Gains

A daily market briefing covering November 2025 Euro Area inflation (up to 2.2%), a retreat in gold prices, and mixed stock performance in Asia and Europe. The report notes Bayer's 15% surge, a steady US dollar, and technical analysis for the FTSE 100

02-12-2025 10:31 GMT by Zain Vawda

US political drama escalates – North American session Market Wrap for December 1

December 1st North-American Session Recap – US Poiltical drama make the headlines to start a volatile month. Check up the Daily asset and FX performance, what changed fundamentally and what's coming up tomorrow.

01-12-2025 21:54 GMT by Elior Manier

The US Dollar is lost in translation – Dollar Index (DXY) Outlook

The US Dollar's erratic movements are confusing market participants, rising and falling on dovish hopes for the upcoming Federal Reserve meeting. Liquidity concerns are amplifying the Greenback's volatility. The latest factor is news that the White House may be preparing for a defeat regarding tariffs. Diving into DXY (Dollar Index) charts.

01-12-2025 20:31 GMT by Elior Manier

US Stocks stumble: Markets catch a cold to start December

Access levels and technicals for the Dow Jones, S&P 500 and Nasdaq. While a late-month rebound erased most losses, risk-appetite is still hesitant to start the new month. The rebound was based on a surge in expected Federal Reserve rate cuts, but the downside risk remains significant if the upcoming Core PCE comes in hot. Low volume from the Thanksgiving holiday sets the stage for a volatile open, with Cryptos and Tech leading the downside.

01-12-2025 16:48 GMT by Elior Manier

Markets Today: Silver Hits $58/oz, Gold Soars to $4250/oz, China PMI at 4-Month Lows. Geopolitics and US PMI in Focus

Global markets show risk aversion with Asia and European stocks sliding. Silver and gold hit new highs ($58/oz, $4250/oz) on US Fed rate cut bets. China's manufacturing PMI hits 4-month lows, signaling slight contraction. Oil prices climb 2% on supply worries. The yen strengthens on Bank of Japan interest rate hike speculation. The week focuses on US PMI data.

01-12-2025 10:26 GMT by Zain Vawda

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Metals shine bright again to close the Month – North American session Market Wrap for November 28

November 28th North-American Session Recap – Metals are back in action to wrap up November trading. Check up the Daily asset and FX performance, what changed fundamentally and what's coming up tomorrow.

28-11-2025 21:36 GMT by Elior Manier

The Week Ahead of the December FOMC – Markets Weekly Outlook

A week ahead preview: Markets are back like they never left, closing the Thanksgiving week strongly. Next week marks the final week before the December FOMC with a LOT of key releases expected. 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)

28-11-2025 20:49 GMT by Elior Manier

Japan amid monetary and fiscal shift – will the yen regain strength?

Analysis of Japan’s current monetary and fiscal shift, including BOJ’s policy outlook, government stimulus, geopolitical tensions, and potential future scenarios for the yen.

28-11-2025 18:23 GMT by Krzysztof Kamiński

The Debasement trade is back! – Silver breaks another All-time High

Metals, Stocks and Cryptocurrencies all finish the Thanksgiving week higher, with the Dovish FOMC pricing booting the Month-End flows. Take a look at the action until the FOMC and some interesting charts including Silver (XAG/USD) which just made some new all-time highs.

28-11-2025 17:11 GMT by Elior Manier

Can Platinum catch up to Gold? Platinum (XPT/USD) Price Forecast

Platinum is gathering significant attention as it starts to outpace its peers, rising sharply on the day. Observing why Platinum, not a commonly traded metal offers interesting opportunities. Its strength is underpinned by persistent supply deficits and boosted by transformative market developments like new platinum futures contracts in China. We dive into a technical analysis for XPT/USD.

28-11-2025 15:50 GMT by Elior Manier

Markets Today: CME Glitch Halts Trading, German Retail Sales Fall, Ukraine-Russia in Focus, FTSE 100 Back Above 100-day MA

The market's 'Sombre Black Friday' opened with a major CME trading glitch, halting futures and currency markets. German retail sales unexpectedly fell, while French inflation held steady. European stocks and gold are being driven higher by growing bets on a US Federal Reserve interest rate cut. Geopolitical tensions between Russia and Ukraine continue to support oil prices. FTSE 100 rises above 100-day MA

28-11-2025 10:20 GMT by Zain Vawda

A very calm Thanksgiving Session – Log in to today's North American session Market wrap for November 27

November 27th North-American Session Recap – A calm Thanksgiving session. Check up the Daily asset and FX performance, what changed fundamentally and what's coming up tomorrow.

27-11-2025 21:33 GMT by Elior Manier

NZD/USD posts a major reversal higher after the RBNZ Cut – Technical Outlook

FX markets remain open during US Thanksgiving holiday, with the Kiwi Dollar (NZD) stealing the spotlight. After a struggling year, the NZD is surging on a strong Retail Sales beat. RBNZ Governor Hawkesby added fundamental support by stating future rate cuts face "significant hurdles," signaling the 2.25% rate is likely the lower bound. We analyze the NZD/USD pair on multiple timeframes.

27-11-2025 16:08 GMT by Elior Manier

The Bank of Japan's FX Intervention: Mechanism, Impact, and Historical Precedent

Bank of Japan's FX intervention. Explains the mechanism: MOF sets policy, BoJ executes. Details how interventions are funded (reserves vs. FBs) and their dual channels: Portfolio Balance and Signaling. Discusses why ZIRP limits effectiveness, making Signaling and credibility key. Includes historical precedents (2003-04 JPY-weakening, 2022/2024 JPY-strengthening).

27-11-2025 15:26 GMT by Zain Vawda

Markets Today: German Consumer Sentiment Improves, Gold Holds Near 2-Week Highs, Thanksgiving Holiday in the US

Asian shares extended gains, while European stocks were mostly flat ahead of the ECB minutes. Key movers include Puma (shares up 13% on buyout rumors). The US dollar is weakening ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday, set for its largest weekly drop in four months. Oil fell slightly on ceasefire hopes, and gold is stable near 2-week highs

27-11-2025 10:01 GMT by Zain Vawda

Markets are back in Euphoria – Market Wrap for the North American session - November 26

November 26th North-American Session Recap – Market Euphoria is back! Check up the Daily asset and FX performance, what changed fundamentally and what's coming up tomorrow.

26-11-2025 21:51 GMT by Elior Manier

North American mid-week Market update – December FOMC rate cut hopes saves the Market

Mid-Week update for North-American Markets – A return of the Doves boosted the struggling Stock Market while the Dollar might have posted a top. 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.

26-11-2025 20:34 GMT by Elior Manier

Gold (XAU/USD) Price Up 2.5% for the Week. Is a Break of $4200/oz a Certainty?

Gold (XAU/USD) maintains a robust uptrend near two-week highs, supported by aggressive market expectations of US Federal Reserve monetary easing. The article details foundational drivers, a strong technical outlook with an RSI above 50, and key near-term resistance/support levels.

26-11-2025 18:14 GMT by Zain Vawda

Forex technicals: GBP/JPY nears 15-month peak in rally ; Intervention from the Bank of Japan?

GBP/JPY is getting bought, driven by recent trends for the UK and Japan. PM Takaichi approved a massive $¥21$ trillion stimulus, which paradoxically increases pressure on the BoJ for a rate hike by Dec 18th. Meanwhile, the UK Budget's fiscally conservative stance is boosting the Pound, making it a top performer. If the current rally extends, the pair will target its July 2024 peak. We dive into a multi-timeframe analysis of GBP/JPY.

26-11-2025 17:47 GMT by Elior Manier

US stocks turn green for the pre-Thanksgiving trading session

U.S. markets are rebounding ahead of the Thanksgiving break, erasing fears from a week of volatility and broken October lows. Overnight trading provided a strong sentiment kicker, but the primary driver expected December Fed rate cut. With volume set to taper off ahead of the holiday closures (closed Thursday, early close Friday), Watch reactions to key US Index levels (6,800 S&P 500, 25,000 Nasdaq and 47,000 DJIA).

26-11-2025 15:39 GMT by Elior Manier