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Trading the FOMC Meeting: Key Levels & Analysis for EURUSD and USDJPY

FOMC meeting preview: Analyze US rate decisions, inflation impact, and Powell's press conference. Get EUR/USD & USD/JPY technical insights with key levels and patterns for trading.

07-05-2025 02:45 GMT by Moheb Hanna

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US Mid-Session Bell: Dow Jones, S&P 500 struggle as sentiment remains fragile, Gold rises

US stocks face losses as sentiment remains fragile. Palantir and Ford stocks drop on disappointing results and tariff warnings. DoorDash also falls after its Deliveroo acquisition and revenue miss. A nine-day S&P 500 rally ends. Uncertainty grows with HKMA shifting assets, Germany's political delays, and potential new US pharma tariffs. Gold rises as the dollar weakens, nearing key resistance. Markets grapple with tariff developments and await further news on trade deals and US data releases.

06-05-2025 12:49 GMT by Zain Vawda

Europe's Mid-Session Bell: Gold price surge and European market overview

European markets steady as markets wait on Trump's trade deals. Gold surges to $3387/oz, oil prices rise. PMI data beats forecasts for Germany, France, Italy & EU. EUR/USD holds above 1.1300. Investors await US Fed policy. Key resistance levels for gold analysis. Asian currencies strengthen against USD.

06-05-2025 08:30 GMT by Zain Vawda

Asia Mid-Session Bell: Gold bullish breakout from 2 weeks of softness, Hong Kong stocks bullish bid supported by a weak US dollar

Trade tariffs uncertainties persist, US stock indices saw profit taking after nine days of consecutive gains, the US dollar wobbled, leading to positive performance of Hong Kong stocks. Chart of the day-bullish momentum remains intact for Hong Kong 33 CFD Index

06-05-2025 06:30 GMT by Kelvin Wong

New Zealand economic outlook: Employment concerns, RBNZ decisions, and NZD/USD analysis

Explore the key economic factors driving the New Zealand Dollar in May 2025, including upcoming employment figures, anticipated RBNZ interest rate cuts, and a detailed technical overview of NZD/USD price movements.

06-05-2025 02:20 GMT by Moheb Hanna

Asia Mid-Session Bell: US stock index futures turned red after nine days of consecutive gains, with US dollar weakness

The 4-week rally seen in the major US stock indices may face headwinds soon as the US Dollar Index continues to display weakness after a retest of its 20-day moving average. Chart of the day - US Nasdaq 100 's potential bearish reversal looms.

05-05-2025 06:20 GMT by Kelvin Wong

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US Jobs Report NFP Preview: Implications for the DXY & Gold (XAU/USD)

April 2025 US Jobs Report (NFP) preview anticipates a slowdown to 130,000 jobs, with unemployment steady at 4.2%. Weaker GDP and consumer confidence data heightens the report's importance for Federal Reserve rate decisions. Gold (XAU/USD) technical analysis shows support at 3200 and potential resistance at 3277. Article analyzes market sentiment, potential DXY impact, and future Fed moves amidst economic uncertainties.

02-05-2025 09:41 GMT by Zain Vawda

Europe's Opening Bell: DAX eyes fresh all-time highs as improving risk appetite gains traction

European markets surge on US-China trade talk hopes, with the DAX eyeing new highs. Asian stocks and US futures also rise. Positive earnings reports from Shell, Standard Chartered, Danske Bank, and Airbus boost sentiment. The US dollar strengthens while the Yen weakens. Gold finds support above $3250/oz. Investors await key US jobs data amidst concerns about tariffs. Euro Area PMI remains in contraction.

02-05-2025 08:09 GMT by Zain Vawda

Asia Mid-Session Bell: US stock indices futures extended gains while Gold (XAU/USD) recent losses found support at the 20-day MA

Easing of US-China trade tensions led to a risk-on behaviour in global stock indices. while Gold (XAU/USD) has started to show signs of recovery after three days of losses

02-05-2025 05:30 GMT by Kelvin Wong

US Mid-Session Bell: US earnings bolsters sentiment as Apple, Amazon report next

US stocks surge as tech giants Microsoft and Meta report strong earnings. Dollar recovers against the yen, while gold declines. Market sentiment improves on US-China trade deal hopes. Dow Jones shows positive gains. Key economic data releases expected, including PMI and NFP jobs report.

01-05-2025 14:34 GMT by Zain Vawda

Gold (XAU/USD) Forecast: Gold faces headwinds as risk appetite improves

Gold prices dip on rising US-China trade deal hopes, impacting safe-haven demand. Despite a US GDP contraction, tariff talks overshadow data. Key support levels for XAU/USD have been breached, with 3200 and 3167 up next. Technical analysis indicates potential for further sell-off if support fails. Risk sentiment drives market, challenging gold's recovery.

01-05-2025 10:05 GMT by Zain Vawda

US Dollar looks for support ahead of job data: EUR/USD, USD/JPY, and USD/CAD analysis

The dollar looks for support ahead of Friday’s nonfarm payroll report, having recently gained ground versus its currency peers. Softening of tariff threats and lessenED Trump-Powell tensions have benefitted dollar pricing.

30-04-2025 22:00 GMT by Christian Norman

Asia Mid-Session Bell: US stock indices staged a bullish reversal while safe haven Gold and JPY remained firm

Conflicting movements in global markets, with US stocks reversing from losses while the US dollar remained weak

29-04-2025 06:30 GMT by Kelvin Wong

US Mid-Session Bell: US Indices turn green as markets await barrage of data, trade deal updates

US markets rally amid data anticipation and trade deal updates. Treasury Secretary Bessent optimistic on China talks. ECB hints at rate cuts, while GBP holds firm. Gold dips from highs. Dow Jones gains, facing key resistance levels. Busy week ahead with jobs data and BoJ decision.

28-04-2025 13:44 GMT by Zain Vawda

Brent Crude analysis: Trade talks, OPEC+, and technical levels

Brent Crude oil prices are consolidating amid mixed signals from US-China trade talks, US-Iran nuclear deal progress, and an upcoming OPEC+ meeting. Technical analysis reveals a tight trading range with key support and resistance levels. Client sentiment data shows a high percentage of traders are long on WTI, suggesting potential for a price decline.

28-04-2025 09:52 GMT by Zain Vawda

Europe's Opening Bell: Steady start as trade talk limbo continues

Stay updated with Europe's market opening. Get the latest on trade talk developments, US market futures, and gold price fluctuations. Learn how Asian markets are reacting and what economic data to watch this week. Discover insights on the dollar's stability, oil price movements, and a detailed technical analysis of the DAX index.

28-04-2025 08:00 GMT by Zain Vawda

Oil News: WTI crude oil remains bearish on oversupply fears

WTI remains bearish, failing to break above the 21-day EMA. Risk sentiment still weighs heavily on crude oil amid ongoing trade negotiations. If price slides lower, next target likely to be ~$61.51.

25-04-2025 08:00 GMT by Christian Norman

Europe's Opening Bell: Risk assets gain as optimism over US-China trade deal rises

European markets surge on US-China trade optimism, boosting global stocks. Tech stocks rise following Alphabet's strong earnings. Gold prices decline as risk appetite increases, while oil sees modest gains amid supply concerns. UK wage data is released but market focus remains on trade sentiment and EU earnings. DAX index shows bullish momentum, approaching key resistance levels. Is the worst of the trade tensions behind us?

25-04-2025 06:48 GMT by Zain Vawda

USD/CHF Analysis: Will Swiss National Bank (SNB) act on CHF surge?

Will there be any response by the SNB following the recent surge of the Swiss Franc (CHF) against the USD? We explore a potential intervention by the Central Bank given the impact on Swiss exports and price stability. The SNB's stance on intervention and negative rates is examined in detail as technicals suggest the bottom is in. Is it time for CHF weakness and policy intervention by the SNB?

24-04-2025 15:34 GMT by Zain Vawda

US Opening Bell: Trade tensions, earnings reports, and Dow Jones analysis

US stock futures dip as trade tensions and mixed earnings reports weigh on investor sentiment. Dow Jones analysis shows a rejection at key resistance. Economic data and major company results, including Procter & Gamble and Alphabet, are in focus. Deutsche Bank lowers S&P 500 target due to tariff impact. Watch for durable goods, home sales, and jobless claims data.

24-04-2025 12:20 GMT by Zain Vawda