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Muted moves but stable sentiment – Market wrap for the North American session - August 26

August 26th North-American Session Recap – Mood gets better but markets see lower volatility, particularly in FX and Equities while Cryptos run higher. Check up the Daily asset and FX performance, what changed fundamentally and what's coming up tomorrow.

26-08-2025 20:41 GMT by Elior Manier

Crypto markets enjoy a bullish session – ETH, BTC and SOL technical outlook

With FX and equities stuck in tight ranges, cryptocurrencies have become the session’s mood gauge. After a bad Monday session, digital assets are rebounding, easing concerns of deeper downside. While still below recent highs, Ethereum, Bitcoin, and Solana show resilience as traders await key US data, including GDP on Thursday. Discover their technical levels

26-08-2025 19:50 GMT by Elior Manier

Markets tread carefully as US indices consolidate after Powell's speech

After Friday’s euphoric rally, markets are reassessing Powell’s Jackson Hole remarks with a more cautious tone. Still, US indices show resilience: the Dow Jones holding above its ATH, the S&P 500 is retesting records, and the Nasdaq attempts to reclaim its upward channel. We analyze intraday levels for all US Stock indices to gauge levels for upcoming moves

26-08-2025 14:54 GMT by Elior Manier

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What’s driving the US Dollar after Powell’s Friday remarks? Dollar Index (DXY) outlook

Discover why the US Dollar is consolidating despite Friday's Powell speech, which had been interpreted as dovish before the market back up on its hype. Explore what would change the action and levels of interest for the DXY.

26-08-2025 12:48 GMT by Elior Manier

WTI Oil Retreats From Near Three-Week Highs as Pessimism Grows Around Russia/Ukraine Deal

WTI Oil drops from three-week highs as Russia/Ukraine peace deal pessimism grows. Technical analysis hints at continued bearish momentum. Upcoming API data may provide more clarity for the near-term.

26-08-2025 12:29 GMT by Zain Vawda

Markets Today: Trump's FED Battle Intensifies, French Stocks Slide on Political Risk, DAX Finds Support at 50-Day MA

A detailed market update covering Trump's intensifying battle with the Fed, the slide in French stocks due to political risk, and the DAX finding support. Also includes insights on Asian markets, currency movements, oil and gold prices, and key economic data releases

26-08-2025 09:58 GMT by Zain Vawda

Gold (XAU/USD) Technical: Push up towards medium-term range resistance zone as Fed’s independence erodes

Gold (XAU/USD) has firmed, gaining 1% since Aug 22 as Fed Chair Powell’s dovish Jackson Hole speech fueled bets on two Fed rate cuts in 2025. Lower yields enhance gold’s appeal, while safe-haven flows added support after President Trump fired Fed Governor Lisa Cook, raising concerns over Fed independence. Prices hit a two-week high of $3,387 before easing, with technicals signaling a short-term bullish bias above $3,352/3,347 support.

26-08-2025 05:01 GMT by Kelvin Wong

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No continuation from Friday's moves – Market wrap for the North American session - August 25

August 25th North-American Session Recap – Markets fail to pursue Friday's move as they realize the more balance (vs dovish) tone from Powell's Jackson Hole speech. Check up the Daily asset and FX performance, what changed fundamentally and what's coming up tomorrow.

25-08-2025 20:22 GMT by Elior Manier

USDCHF in focus as the pair oscillates above the 0.80 mark

Spot levels of interest and ongoing fundamentals for USDCHF as many contradicting signs force a consolidation period. The US Dollar remains volatile after soft NFP data, a stronger PPI, and Powell’s dovish-leaning speech. Meanwhile, the Swiss Franc has struggled under an also dovish SNB amid disinflation and tariff pressures.

25-08-2025 19:41 GMT by Elior Manier

Dow Jones intraday levels to watch as the week kicks off

US stocks remain resilient after last week’s dovish Powell boost, with the Dow Jones holding above prior all-time highs. The US 30 outlook looks favorable compared to other US indices: the Nasdaq is testing its upward channel, while the S&P 500 forms a double top. As earnings season winds down and Nvidia’s results loom, markets weigh consolidation against a potential deeper retracement – Check up intraday levels for the Dow Jones.

25-08-2025 15:02 GMT by Elior Manier

Ethereum and cryptocurrency markets send worrying signs despite last Friday's spike

Ethereum and the broader crypto market are flashing signs of exhaustion after Friday’s Powell-fueled spike. Ethereum briefly set a new record at $4,956 before retreating 4%, while Bitcoin reversed from $117K to $111K. With equities holding firm, cryptos look increasingly vulnerable to a sharper correction.

25-08-2025 13:50 GMT by Elior Manier

Markets go wild from the Jackson Hole Symposium – Market wrap for the North American session - August 22

August 22nd North-American Session Recap – Jackson Hole conference lights up Market volatility at the cost of the US Dollar. Check up the Daily asset and FX performance, what changed fundamentally and what's coming up tomorrow.

22-08-2025 20:58 GMT by Elior Manier

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A detailed look at the FX Market after the Powell speech – Technical levels

Forex markets erupted after Jerome Powell’s dovish Jackson Hole speech triggered aggressive US Dollar selling. The market is now pricing in a September rate cut, sending major currencies higher. Discover charts and key levels for all FX Majors

22-08-2025 17:51 GMT by Elior Manier

Dow Jones new all-time highs! Market reactions to FED Chair Powell's Jackson Hole speech

Discover the Market reactions to the Powell speech – Everything is rallying from a dovish interpretation of his Jackson Hole Symposium address.

22-08-2025 16:14 GMT by Elior Manier

Germany’s economy slows in Q2 2025

Germany’s GDP fell 0.3% q/q in Q2 2025 (0.2 pp below the flash); y/y: –0.2% unadjusted, +0.2% calendar-adjusted. Previous quarters: +0.3% (Q1 2025), +0.2% (Q4 2024). Destatis’ annual revision altered earlier quarters by –0.7 to +0.6 pp.

22-08-2025 15:42 GMT by Krzysztof Kamiński

Bitcoin attains a major support level right ahead of Powell's Jackson Hole Speech

Taking a look at Bitcoin charts ahead of Jerome Powell's Jackson Hole speech – Tech-related assets are under pressure this week, with the Nasdaq sliding into correction and Cryptocurrencies facing even sharper declines. Bitcoin, after hitting a new all-time high of $124,200 in mid-August, has reversed lower, but coming at a key technical support.

22-08-2025 14:00 GMT by Elior Manier

Markets Today: German Economy Shrinks, Japan Inflation Hits 8-Month Low. All Eyes on Jackson Hole and Fed Chair Powell

German economy shrinks, Japan inflation drops. All eyes on Jackson Hole symposium, Fed Chair Powell's speech, and the future of monetary policy. Dive into Asian and European market performance, key economic data, and expert analysis.

22-08-2025 11:08 GMT by Zain Vawda

Nikkei 225 Technical: A potential bullish reversal looms after a 4% decline as market breadth improves with earnings upgrade

The Japan 225 CFD Index surged to a record high of 43,943 on 18 Aug before pulling back 4% to 42,330, with signs pointing to a minor correction within its broader uptrend. Key support lies at 42,000/41,760, where technicals and improving market breadth suggest a potential bullish reversal. Analysts continue to upgrade Japanese corporate earnings, reinforcing the medium-term bullish bias while traders eye resistances at 43,470 and 44,050/44,110.

22-08-2025 05:38 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Undecisive markets awaiting for Powell's speech – Market wrap for the North American session - August 21

August 21st North-American Session Recap – Undecisive markets await for the Jackson Hole Economic Symposium starting tomorrow. Check up the Daily asset and FX performance, what changed fundamentally and what's coming up tomorrow.

21-08-2025 20:56 GMT by Elior Manier

EURUSD slides with focus shifting to the Jackson Hole Symposium

EUR/USD starts to decline after strong PMI data, ahead of Jerome Powell’s Jackson Hole awaited speech. The pair’s recent relief rally after NFP is now facing pressure as Dollar sentiment steadies from Trump leading Ukraine-Russia talks progress. Lagarde is also expected to speak at the Symposium this weekend – Get your EURUSD levels right here.

21-08-2025 18:53 GMT by Elior Manier