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Dow Jones Technical: The laggard has started to play a bullish catch-up

The US Wall Street 30 CFD Index (proxy for Dow futures) extended its bullish upswing from the 1 Aug swing low of 43,335, surging 2.9% to a record intraday high of 45,283 on 15 Aug before closing at 45,032. With price action holding above key moving averages and momentum signals firm, the medium-term bias stays bullish above 44,420, targeting 45,660/45,730 and 46,180, supported by a steeper US yield curve.

18-08-2025 11:25 GMT by Kelvin Wong

WTI Crude Technical: Bearish tone intact as Trump-Zelenskiy meeting looms

WTI crude (West Texas Oil CFD) extended its decline, sliding -3.2% to a three-month low of US$62.19 on 13 Aug and dipping further in Asia trading to US$62.47 after the Trump–Putin meeting. Despite Trump calling the talks “productive,” no ceasefire details emerged, keeping bearish momentum intact. Technical signals suggest further downside risk, with support eyed at US$61.30 and US$60.60/60.10.

18-08-2025 08:34 GMT by Kelvin Wong

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Trump–Putin meeting begins – Market wrap for the North American session - August 15

August 15th North-American Session Recap – The much awaited Trump-Putin meeting begins in Anchorage, Markets are closing but awaiting the headlines. Check up the Daily asset and FX performance, what changed fundamentally and what's coming up tomorrow.

15-08-2025 21:07 GMT by Elior Manier

Markets Weekly Outlook – Jackson Hole, NZ Rate Decisions and UK/EU Inflation data

A week ahead preview: US PPI data has moved the September rate cut narrative, with the Jackson Hole Symposium approaching and central bank meetings for NZ and Canada, Markets will get a strong current of new info. Get ready for the upcoming week by looking at what changed and the key events to expect.

15-08-2025 18:07 GMT by Elior Manier

AUDUSD consolidates into new range after the RBA rate cut

AUDUSD faces choppy trading after a pivotal week for both currencies. The RBA’s 25 bps cut to 3.60% briefly lifted the Aussie but saw some reversals yesterday. In the US, a calm CPI was quickly overshadowed by hot PPI data showing tariff-led inflation. With the USD’s gains fading today, traders turn to technicals for clues in this indecisive trading in the Aussie pair.

15-08-2025 15:07 GMT by Elior Manier

Dow Jones (DJIA) Retreats from Fresh All-Time Highs. A Pause Before the Next Leg Higher?

Dow retreats from record highs. US retail sales up, manufacturing down. Global equity funds see inflows, boosted by lower inflation & trade truce. Technical analysis and client sentiment discussed.

15-08-2025 14:43 GMT by Zain Vawda

Technical outlook for US Oil WTI before the Trump–Putin meeting

WTI Oil is in the radar as traders brace for the upcoming Trump–Putin Meeting approaching (11:30 A.M. ET). Discover the technical levels for the commodity as volatility is expected to rise. Stay connected to the latest headlines.

15-08-2025 14:01 GMT by Elior Manier

EUR/CHF Technical: Major bullish bottom supported by European stocks' outperformance

EUR/CHF has lagged EUR/USD in recent months, but technical signals point to a potential 1–3 week bullish catch-up. Trading above its 20-, 50-, and 200-day MAs, the cross may be in the second upleg of a year-long bottoming formation. RSI stays bullish above 50, and broader European equity outperformance could fuel further gains. Key support at 0.9360 with 0.9640 resistance to watch.

15-08-2025 08:46 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Markets Today: Japan GDP Surprise, China Data Disappoints, Trump-Putin Meeting in Focus as DAX Advances Following Breakout

Japan's GDP growth surprises, China's economy slows, and the Trump-Putin meeting looms. Plus, a technical look at the DAX, and how global events are impacting currencies

15-08-2025 07:02 GMT by Zain Vawda

Ripple (XRP/USD) Falls 6% on Manipulation Fears, Liquidations Surge. Will the $3.00 Support Hold?

XRP plummets 6% amidst manipulation fears and surging liquidations. With open interest soaring, will the critical $3.00 support hold, or is a major breakdown to $2.40 imminent? Dive into the technical analysis and market sentiment.

14-08-2025 21:57 GMT by Zain Vawda

Tariff-led inflation begins to shows its weight – Market wrap for the North American session - August 14

August 14th North-American Session Recap – . Check up the Daily asset and FX performance, what changed fundamentally and what's coming up tomorrow.

14-08-2025 21:04 GMT by Elior Manier

Imminent profit-taking in Cryptocurrencies – What's the story

After weeks of surging, altcoins and Bitcoin face sharp profit-taking as tariff-driven inflation fears shake crypto markets. Discover what helped Cryptos to get there and why prices are correcting. With today’s hot PPI data, traders eye whether this is a pause—or the first crack in the crypto rally – Look at intraday levels for BTC, ETH, SOL and XRP.

14-08-2025 18:37 GMT by Elior Manier

GBP/USD Forecast: PPI Ignites USD Bulls, Can it Last?

Hot US PPI and jobless claims data boosted the US Dollar, while UK GDP showed mixed signals. This led to GBP/USD retreating from key resistance. Is the bearish trend intact, or will new data shift momentum? Get the technical analysis and key levels to watch.

14-08-2025 17:09 GMT by Zain Vawda

USDCAD pushes to attempt a break above 1.38 amid USD bullish pressure

A hotter-than-expected U.S. PPI print strengthens the dollar, lifting yields and tempering rate cut bets. With the Canadian dollar lagging amid weak domestic data and following USD moves in regional FX trends, USDCAD holds near key levels. We break down the technical setup for the pair and potential trading opportunities ahead.

14-08-2025 15:44 GMT by Elior Manier

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Dow Jones and US stocks open lower after massive PPI beat

Hot U.S. PPI data rattles markets, with both headline and core rising 0.9% m/m, far above forecasts. Tariff-driven inflation risks could shift Fed policy, clouding the outlook for a September rate cut. As risk appetite falters, we examine key technical levels for the Dow Jones following the market’s sharp reaction.

14-08-2025 14:30 GMT by Elior Manier

DAX 30 Technical Outlook: Breakout Has 400 Point Potential

The DAX 30 shows breakout potential despite a drop in Eurozone industrial output and slower GDP growth. Technical analysis indicates bullish momentum, with potential for significant gains. Client sentiment data hints at a continued bounce.

14-08-2025 11:03 GMT by Zain Vawda

Trump’s pressure mounts. The Fed cornered. Will the dollar weaken further?

Explore how US inflation data is impacting Wall Street, the dollar, and the Federal Reserve's stance. With July CPI in line with expectations, markets are pricing in a September Fed rate cut. Discover the forces at play, including Trump's pressure on the Fed and the outlook for the dollar.

14-08-2025 10:45 GMT by Łukasz Zembik

USD/JPY Technical: Further potential drop towards ascending range support

The Japanese yen’s strength has unfolded as expected, with USD/JPY dropping -0.9% week-to-date and breaking key support at 146.60. Dovish comments from US Treasury Secretary Bessent sparked rate-cut bets, with futures now pricing in a 52% chance of a third cut in December. Short-term bias remains bearish below 147.85, with supports at 145.85 and 145.10/144.80, as narrowing US-Japan rate spreads add downside pressure.

14-08-2025 07:51 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Markets rise on a potential Ceasefire in Ukraine – Market wrap for the North American session - August 13

August 13th North-American Session Recap – Ceasefire hopes as Trump gets ready to meet Putin, pushing risk-assets even higher. Check up the Daily asset and FX performance, what changed fundamentally and what's coming up tomorrow.

14-08-2025 00:10 GMT by Elior Manier

US Dollar Index (DXY) at Risk of Freefall. Key Confluence Level In Play

The DXY faces a potential freefall as US inflation data boosts Fed rate cut hopes and President Trump pushes for lower rates, weakening the dollar. Technical analysis shows the DXY at a critical confluence level that could determine its short to medium-term direction. Tariffs are being absorbed by companies for now.

13-08-2025 20:40 GMT by Zain Vawda