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Risk-off reality: Altcoin weakness emerges as tech flows dry up
While Bitcoin remains above $100,000, broader crypto market sentiment is turning cautious. Altcoins like Solana and XRP face renewed selling pressure, even as Ethereum and BNB show some form of resilience. The total crypto market cap remains 20% below its peak, mirroring weakness seen in tech stocks amid AI-related investment concerns. Technical analysis and levels for BTC, ETH, XRP and Solana.
by Elior Manier
USD/CHF Slides Below 0.80 as Tariff Relief Talks Lift Swiss Franc
As most OECD markets close for Remembrance Day, Swiss banks remain active — and so do traders. USD/CHF extended its decline below 0.80 after reports that Switzerland is nearing a tariff deal with Washington. Hopes of reducing the levy from 39% to 15% have boosted confidence in the Swiss economy and pushed the franc to the top of the FX leaderboard.
by Elior Manier
Markets Today: UK Unemployment Hits 4-Year High, Gold Advances, FTSE 100 Eyes 200-Point Rally
Asia stocks falter on China's rare earth curbs despite US shutdown deal. UK unemployment hits a 4-year high, slowing wage growth increases Bank of England rate cut bets. European stocks rally on positive earnings. Currencies: JPY drops, GBP/EUR strengthen. Oil dips, and Gold advances on Federal Reserve rate cut hopes. The near-term outlook is cautious on potential negative US data.
by Zain Vawda
Metal rally ignites: Silver surges back above $50 level
After a sharp correction driven by high inflation and hawkish Fed repricing, Silver is surging back. Metals demand is returning as a projected post-reopen Republican sweep and expected reckless fiscal spending renews concerns over US debt. Silver is up 4.50% today. We dive into its multi-timeframe chart analysis to spot the next price targets.
by Elior Manier
Gold (XAU/USD) Price Forecast: Bullish Breakout Gathers Pace as Fed Pivot Expectations Firm, $4250/oz Incoming?
Gold (XAU/USD) is strongly bullish, fueled by firming expectations for a Federal Reserve interest rate cut following weak US economic data. The technical setup, including a triangle breakout, targets $4250/oz, with $4100/oz acceptance critical. However, contrarian analysis of the 76% net-long client sentiment suggests a potential near-term price slide.
by Zain Vawda
Why the end of the US shutdown sparks a huge rally in Stocks
The end of the US government shutdown has sparked a strong market rebound, lifting sentiment across equities. Tech giants like Nvidia and Tesla lead the rally, while defensive sectors lag with Buffet's retirement. Yet, gold rallying and bonds falling show investors remain focused on America’s fiscal challenges.
by Elior Manier
WTI crude oil at $60: Is key psychological support holding?
WTI crude oil trades near the $60 mark — a key psychological and technical support. Despite volatility tied to geopolitics and OPEC+ production, bearish fundamentals dominate amid weak trade and high output but better economic prospects might be ahead. We analyze multiple timeframes for Oil to determine if this level can hold or if further downside awaits.
by Elior Manier
Canadian employment shoots higher – CAD takes the lead
With US labor data absent due to the government shutdown, Canada delivered a major surprise: job growth clocked in at 66.6K (vs. -2.5K expected). This beat provides a boost to the Canadian Dollar (CAD), suggesting a slow regaining of business confidence despite biting tariffs. Looking at a multi-timeframe chart technical analysis for the USD/CAD FX pair.
by Elior Manier
Markets Today: China Exports & Imports Slide, ITV Jumps 18%, FTSE Eyes 100-Day MA. Michigan Sentiment Data Ahead
Asian tech stocks tumbled amid concerns about the valuation of the AI boom. China's exports unexpectedly fell 1.1% to an eight-month low due to cautious buyers and US-China trade uncertainty. European stocks edged up, with ITV soaring 18% on sale talks, while Rightmove sank 24%. The US dollar is set to end the week slightly higher, and gold prices rose.
by Zain Vawda
Stocks get slammed again after a hopeful rebound
Sellers are reappearing after a rough start to the month. Despite strong fundamentals, the relentless march to new records raises the question: are valuations too high? Can things get much better from here? Some early warning signs are appearing. We analyze how high volatility is impacting traders versus investors and look at the intraday charts for the Dow, Nasdaq, and S&P 500.
by Elior Manier
Bitcoin holds above $100,000, but for how long?
Bitcoin and cryptos start to correct after a huge 2025 rally. Better regulation and dollar diversification fueled the rise, but recent price dips and a flash crash signal cracks in confidence. With the total crypto market cap falling 20% from highs, we analyze whether the current corrective sequence in Bitcoin presents a dip-buying opportunity or a trap.
by Elior Manier
BoE Hold Rates Steady in Close 5-4 Vote Split, GBP/USD Continues Rally
BoE holds rates at 4% in a close 5-4 vote, with slowing inflation (now 3.8%) suggesting a bias toward future cuts. Attention shifts to the UK Autumn Budget, which will influence GBP based on fiscal sustainability. GBP/USD experienced an initial 30-40 pip selloff before reversing to trade around the 1.3100 handle.
by Zain Vawda
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