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ECB waits for signals from the economy. War with Iran raises risks to inflation and growth in the euro area

The ECB is monitoring the economic impact of the Iran conflict, warning that higher energy prices could weaken euro area growth and increase inflation risks.

20-04-2026 18:50 GMT by Krzysztof Kamiński

Bitcoin's (BTC/USD) Price Outlook: Bitcoin shrugs off sluggishness and targets recent highs. Is $80000 a possibility?

Bitcoin (BTC/USD) reclaims $76000, maintaining a strong bullish technical structure above the daily MA support sandwich. The analysis examines the daily and H4 charts, outlining the path for a move toward $80000 and the $82133 hurdle. Includes key support/resistance levels

20-04-2026 18:42 GMT by Zain Vawda

Back at all-time highs, Investors take a break – Dow Jones and US Stock Market Outlook

S&P 500, Dow Jones, Nasdaq Analysis and Trading Levels: Euphoria cools across US equities as a critical Wednesday deadline for the US-Iran ceasefire approaches. As JD Vance kicks off high-stakes negotiations in Islamabad and energy markets hold WTI near $90, a glaring divergence between the lagging Dow Jones and tech-heavy benchmarks highlights growing skepticism among smart money. Explore the critical technical levels for the major indexes ahead of this pivotal week.

20-04-2026 16:01 GMT by Elior Manier

Markets Today: Oil surges 6% as sentiment sours, Nikkei rises. US-Iran developments in focus

Geopolitical tensions between the US and Iran are roiling global markets, with oil prices surging and risk assets dropping. The US dollar strengthened on safe-haven bids as the ceasefire narrative crumbled. The outlook hinges on upcoming negotiations, a key Fed appointment, and US Retail Sales data. Expect a defensive DXY in the 98.00–98.50 range.

20-04-2026 10:49 GMT by Zain Vawda

Chart alert: Nasdaq 100 gap-down stalled above 26,288/142 key support, bulls are still in control

Nasdaq 100 remains in a strong bullish trend despite a recent gap-down triggered by renewed US–Iran tensions. The index has stabilised above key support at 26,288, with improving market breadth reinforcing upside momentum. A sustained hold above support keeps the path open toward 27,140/27,380, while a breakdown below 26,142 could trigger a short-term correction.

20-04-2026 07:39 GMT by Kelvin Wong

A real peace process or a fantasy? – Markets Weekly Outlook

A week ahead preview: The Peace repricing continues and Bulls can't get enough, with an upcoming second round of US-Iran talks expected to produce significant results this weekend. 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)

17-04-2026 20:05 GMT by Elior Manier

USD/JPY forms a major Head & Shoulders pattern as Oil crumbles – FX Analysis

USD/JPY Technical Analysis: The Japanese Yen enters corrective phase as the US and Iran announce the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, easing the immense pressure on Asia's energy imports. With the Bank of Japan's rate hike expectations fading and a bearish Head and Shoulders pattern taking shape, traders weigh an end to the US Dollar's recent dominance. Explore a multi-timeframe analysis of the Gopher.

17-04-2026 15:56 GMT by Elior Manier

Chart alert: The laggard Dow Jones (DJIA) is in the process of a bullish catch-up above 47,895 key support

The Dow Jones Industrial Average is showing signs of a bullish catch-up as improving macro conditions support upside momentum. After lagging other US indices, stabilisation in the yield curve is boosting financial sector outlooks. Technically, the DJIA is holding above key support at 47,895, with a break above 48,850 opening the path toward 49,715/49,835, while downside risks remain if support levels fail.

17-04-2026 09:50 GMT by Kelvin Wong

The Resilient FTSE 100: Navigating consolidation and intraday scenarios for April 17

FTSE 100 technical analysis for April 17. The index maintains a resilient bullish posture, consolidating above 10000. Get the full breakdown of daily structural strength, RSI momentum, and detailed H1 session scenarios. Key resistance is 10786, with bulls remaining in control as long as 10500 holds.

17-04-2026 06:41 GMT by Zain Vawda

Chart alert: Gold (XAU/USD) potential bullish breakout above $4,900

Gold (XAU/USD) is poised for a potential breakout above $4,900 as improving macro conditions support bullish momentum. A softer US dollar, rising Fed rate cut expectations, and falling real yields are creating a favourable backdrop. After lagging equities, gold may stage a catch-up rally, with technical signals pointing to further upside toward $5,100 if resistance is cleared.

17-04-2026 06:09 GMT by Kelvin Wong

NZD/USD Technical Outlook: Bulls stare down major resistance, bullish bias hinges on the 0.5821 pivot

NZD/USD faces its sternest test yet at the 0.5918-0.5920 resistance cluster. This technical analysis explores whether bulls can force a structural breakout or if H4 RSI divergence will trigger a corrective pullback to 0.5821. Key support and resistance levels, along with detailed bullish and bearish trading scenarios are provided.

16-04-2026 22:24 GMT by Zain Vawda

Markets take a "break" before US-Iran second rounds of talks – North American Session Market Wrap for April 16

April 16th, 2026 North-American Session Recap – Traders are taking a break from recent extreme positivity seen across assets and paused US-Iran advancements. Check up the latest trends and developments, daily asset and FX performance, what changed fundamentally and what's coming up in the session ahead.

16-04-2026 21:12 GMT by Elior Manier

WTI and Brent Oil bounce with US-Iran news still awaited – What's next? Intraday Analysis

WTI and Brent Oil update: Energy markets navigate complex supply dynamics as the ongoing pricing of a US-Iran peace deal fuels a frantic equity rally. While stock markets surge, crude oil faces a massive disconnect between real-world physical demand and futures pricing, marked by steep backwardation and regional supply shortages in Asia. Explore an intraday technical analysis of WTI and Brent, outlining scenarios for potential breakouts or breakdowns.

16-04-2026 19:35 GMT by Elior Manier

The US Dollar stalls as the world awaits Ceasefire news – DXY Outlook

US Dollar (DXY) update: The Dollar Index edges higher as Crude Oil halts its downside move, keeping broader markets in anticipation. Even as stock markets push higher independently of Black Gold, oil remains the ultimate barometer for currency traders navigating the potential for a historic Middle East peace resolution. Explore an in-depth technical analysis of the US Dollar and its upcoming directional shifts.

16-04-2026 14:35 GMT by Elior Manier

Chart alert: AUD/USD 360 pips rally at risk of a minor mean reversion decline below 0.7200 before new upleg

AUD/USD has rallied nearly 360 pips from late-March lows, driven by risk-on sentiment following the US–Iran ceasefire. However, the pair is approaching key resistance near 0.7200, with technical indicators signalling a potential short-term pullback. A break below 0.7120 could see a correction toward 0.7033 before the next bullish leg, while a sustained move above 0.7200 may extend gains toward 0.7300.

16-04-2026 09:30 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Cable eyes 1.3696 after reclaiming key moving averages, bulls defend 1.3500

GBP/USD confirms a major daily structural breakout, shifting the macro bias to "buy the dips" after reclaiming key moving averages. This analysis outlines the critical support/resistance levels (1.3500, 1.3696) and provides bullish/bearish scenarios as "Cable" consolidates near the 1.3600 hurdle. Near-term weakness is an opportunity for bulls to reload

16-04-2026 07:48 GMT by Zain Vawda

Chart alert: Nikkei 225’s bullish reversal extends towards new all-time highs

Nikkei 225 is extending its bullish reversal as rising optimism over a US–Iran ceasefire boosts risk sentiment. The index has surged around 18% from late-March lows, holding above key moving averages and nearing all-time highs. Bullish steepening in Japan’s yield curve is reinforcing the uptrend. A sustained move could push prices higher, while key support levels remain critical to maintain momentum.

16-04-2026 06:07 GMT by Kelvin Wong

A very surprising run to all-time highs – North American Session Market Wrap for April 15

April 15th, 2026 North-American Session Recap – Markets reach all-time highs in a surprising explosion as Traders price in very optimistic results ahead of tomorrow's US-Iran negotiations. Check up the latest trends and developments, daily asset and FX performance, what changed fundamentally and what's coming up in the session ahead.

15-04-2026 21:32 GMT by Elior Manier

S&P 500 to 7,000 & Nasdaq 100 points to ATH – Are Markets getting ahead of themselves?

S&P 500, Dow Jones, Nasdaq Analysis and Trading Levels: Wall Street bulls go on an absolute rampage, driving the S&P 500 above 7,000 to break all-time highs while the Nasdaq nears its October record. As traders price in Thursday's upcoming US-Iran negotiations and the Fed's Beige Book signals modest economic growth across 8 of 12 districts, WTI Crude stalls above $90. Explore an intraday technical analysis of the markets as the tech-led rally leaves skeptics behind.

15-04-2026 19:49 GMT by Elior Manier

Bitcoin's (BTC/USD) Price Outlook: Bitcoin battles 75k resistance as bulls eye further gains

Bitcoin (BTC/USD) is battling resistance at 75000 after a recovery. This technical analysis explores daily and H4 momentum, outlining bullish targets (78197) and bearish risks (71673).

15-04-2026 14:17 GMT by Zain Vawda