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FOMC Decision, Trade War with Brazil and beats on earnings– Market wrap for the North American session - July 30

July 30th North-American Session Recap – USD rallies again after the FOMC Rate Decision shaking markets. Check up the Daily asset and FX performance, what changed fundamentally and what's coming up tomorrow.

30-07-2025 20:34 GMT by Elior Manier

GBPJPY rejects the highs of its range as Traders prepare for the Bank of Japan

GBPJPY Multi-timeframe technical analysis as markets brace for tonight's Bank of Japan Rate Decisions – Don;t forget that next week (Aug 7) will also see the Bank of England Rate Decision.

30-07-2025 19:05 GMT by Elior Manier

Apple Inc. (AAPL) Earnings Preview: Navigating Growth, Tariffs, and AI Innovation

A comprehensive preview of Apple's 2025 earnings, analyzing expected growth, the impact of tariffs, AI strategy, and market outlook. Key segments like Services and iPhone sales are examined, alongside supply chain diversification efforts and shareholder returns.

30-07-2025 16:58 GMT by Zain Vawda

US Dollar back on top as Markets await the July FOMC — North American Mid-Week Market Update

Mid-Week update for North-American Markets – Strong US Dollar performance going into the July FOMC after unchanged Bank of Canada Rates. Taking a look at NA index and currency performance combined with a USDCAD intraday chart to spot what's next for American Markets.

30-07-2025 15:57 GMT by Elior Manier

USD/CAD Breakout Gathers Pace After Bank of Canada Rate Hold

BoC held rates. I consider the impact of oil prices and the US Federal Reserve's policy on USD/CAD moving forward. We discuss interest rate differentials, global growth forecasts, and technical analysis, along with client sentiment.

30-07-2025 14:57 GMT by Zain Vawda

A look at US bonds ahead of the July FOMC rate decision

Taking a look at US Treasury Bonds Technical analysis and US Yield Curve. Markets absorbed strong ADP and GDP figures, pushing the US Dollar to new highs. Despite risk-off moments this year, Treasuries have failed to attract lasting demand. Between record deficits, rising inflation expectations, and a reconfiguration of global flows, Gold and CHF have taken the spotlight among safe-havens. We now assess whether bonds can rally amid this backdrop.

30-07-2025 14:42 GMT by Elior Manier

Meta Platforms (META) Technical: At risk of shaping corrective decline within major uptrend

Meta Platforms has gained 39.12% since the 7 April 2025 market low, closely tracking the “Magnificent 7.” Ahead of its Q2 earnings on 30 July, analysts expect EPS to rise to $5.88 from $5.16 a year ago. However, technical indicators suggest the stock may face a corrective pullback, with key resistance at $747.90 and support at $680.50. A break below this level may signal further downside toward $620.55 amid weakening momentum.

30-07-2025 13:51 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Microsoft (MSFT) Technical: Bullish trend remains intact above 20-day moving average

Microsoft remains in a medium-term uptrend, gaining 43.48% from its 7 April low through 28 July 2025. It trades above its 50-day moving average and within an ascending channel, with key support at $486.00. Investors await Microsoft’s Q2 earnings on 30 July, with EPS expected at $3.38 vs. $2.95 a year ago. A breakout above $539.55 may extend gains, while a drop below $486.00 could trigger a correction toward $456.20 before $437.00.

30-07-2025 12:04 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Selling-the-news in the waiting of the July FOMC – Market wrap for the North American session - July 29

July 29th North-American Session Recap – Profit-taking around many asset classes as markets are awaiting for Key Earnings, but first and foremost, the FOMC July Meeting Rate Decision tomorrow and the same for other Central Banks.

29-07-2025 20:17 GMT by Elior Manier

Profit taking continues to weigh on cryptocurrencies

After last week's broad altcoin rally, the crypto market sees a wave of profit-taking. Bitcoin and Ethereum remain resilient near highs, while mid-caps like ADA and SOL retrace. Market focus now turns to macro news and liquidity metrics as sentiment adjusts. We break down BTC, ETH, and SOL technicals.

29-07-2025 18:24 GMT by Elior Manier

Microsoft (MSFT) Earnings Preview: AI, Azure, and Outlook

Preview Microsoft's Q4 FY25 earnings report. Explore expectations for AI, Azure growth, and the personal computing segment. Understand key financial metrics, potential market reactions, and the impact of external factors like tariffs. Get insights into Microsoft's forward outlook, including AI monetization strategies and partner network expansion.

29-07-2025 17:59 GMT by Zain Vawda

JOLTS miss prompts cooling in equity Markets - US Indices intraday analysis

Markets retrace strongly following the latest JOLTS miss, despite upbeat consumer sentiment. The Dow leads the volatility, shaking out at record highs before falling 500 points. With major tech earnings still to come, the tone remains tense. Taking a look at key intraday index charts.

29-07-2025 15:42 GMT by Elior Manier

EURUSD selloff deepens as yearly highs fade from view

After a stellar first half of 2025, EUR/USD is under pressure as markets shift focus. A weaker-than-expected EU-US deal and a resurgent US Dollar have sparked a sharp reversal. We examine the recent price action and assess whether sellers can extend their grip on the pair.

29-07-2025 13:51 GMT by Elior Manier

Meta Platforms (META) Q2 Earnings Preview: Advertising vs. AI Investments

Preview Meta Platforms (META) Q2 2025 earnings. Expected strong ad revenue growth driven by AI, contrasted with rising AI infrastructure costs and continued Reality Labs losses. External challenges include US-China trade tensions and EU regulations impacting ad revenue. Analysts are optimistic, with a median price target of $750. Key focus areas: advertising, AI investments, Reality Labs, and WhatsApp monetization.

29-07-2025 11:18 GMT by Zain Vawda

Asia midday: Nasdaq 100 outperformed, Nikkei 225 pull-back hit key support (Chart of the day)

The US dollar surged to a near two-month high after an imbalanced US-EU trade deal sparked a sharp reversal in the euro, making it the worst-performing major currency. While US tech stocks extended gains—led by Nvidia—most Asia-Pacific markets declined amid dollar strength. Japan’s Nikkei 225 and Hong Kong’s Hang Seng Index fell, while gold rebounded slightly after four days of losses, supported by a pause in the greenback’s rally.

29-07-2025 07:10 GMT by Kelvin Wong

EU-US Trade deal and USD bullying – Market wrap for the North American session - July 28

July 28th North-American Session Recap – The US Dollar snatches the crown back, leaving everything struggling except for the Energy commodities, explore why and the ongoing trends in the FX market.

28-07-2025 20:04 GMT by Elior Manier

Gold shows signs of fatigue inside established range

Gold has remained stuck in a $250 range since April’s all-time highs. With global trade optimism rising and the US Dollar breaking out, it might be tough to assume a renewed bullish breakout. We review key fundamentals and positioning before diving into the technical picture.

28-07-2025 18:45 GMT by Elior Manier

Dow (DJIA): Dow edges higher on US-EU trade deal, remains shy of December high

Trading just shy of the key level of $45,000, at $44,913, the Dow Jones 30 trades higher in today’s session, boosted by news of a US-EU trade deal. With US Q2 earnings season set to continue this week, most notably featuring Apple and Microsoft, the Dow trades only ~0.50% from all-time highs achieved in December 2024.

28-07-2025 16:58 GMT by Christian Norman

S&P 500 Technicals & Sentiment: What to Expect This Week

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq hit record highs, driven by a new US-EU trade deal and anticipated Magnificent 7 earnings. This week features major tech earnings, a Fed meeting, and tariff deadlines, testing the market's sustainability. Analysts expect strong Q2 earnings growth, though concerns linger about market reliance on a few tech giants. Technical analysis and sentiment data suggest potential near-term upside.

28-07-2025 16:44 GMT by Zain Vawda

AUDUSD weakens as markets brace for a pivotal week

With the FOMC meeting and Australia’s quarterly inflation data ahead, AUD traders are bracing for volatility. After rallying to 8-month highs, the pair faces key macro headwinds and evolving rate expectations. Discover what’s priced in and what technicals are shifting the Aussie trajectory.

28-07-2025 15:16 GMT by Elior Manier