Top News and Analysis

Gold Price Forecast: Bullion retreats to $4,205 on profit-taking; US data hints at December rate cut

Falling to $4,205, down 0.63%, gold pricing has retraced from recent highs in today’s trading. Having recently painted new six-week highs, rallying from support at $4,056, downside in today’s session can be considered primarily technical profit-taking. While the fundamental footing for precious metals remains firm, recent US data, particularly in the US labour market, continues to add to the dovish narrative, bolstering metal pricing. What’s next for gold?

02-12-2025 22:42 GMT by Christian Norman

OrganisationG7,G8,G20_International_Flags

Tech and Cryptos return – North American session Market Wrap for December 2

December 2nd North-American Session Recap – Tech and Cryptos lead a rebound and future Fed Chair in focus. Check up the Daily asset and FX performance, what changed fundamentally and what's coming up tomorrow.

02-12-2025 22:04 GMT by Elior Manier

Silver (XAG/USD) is the sole performer, heading toward a new ATH

Silver (XAG/USD) Technical Analysis: What was thought to be a temporary top was merely a shallow retracement, as Silver surged to new record highs on dovish Federal Reserve hopes. While Gold, Platinum, and Copper are correcting lower, Silver is showing remarkable relative strength. We dive into the charts to determine if this breakout is strong enough to continue.

02-12-2025 20:47 GMT by Elior Manier

Crypto recovery: Dead Cat Bounce or the start of a Buy-the-Dip?

Cryptocurrencies are bouncing back strongly, with Bitcoin reclaiming a major psychological level after a period of intense selling. Low volumes persist, but selling flows are reducing. The question for traders is whether this is a dip to buy or a dead cat bounce, especially after the terrible monthly open fueled by MicroStrategy investor panic. Solana (SOL), Ethereum (ETH) and Bitcoin (BTC) Technical Levels.

02-12-2025 17:30 GMT by Elior Manier

Dow Jones (DJIA) Outlook: Could the Christmas Spirit awaken?

The "Santa Claus Rally" anticipation may start to show its face. However, the Dow Jones struggles to keep pace due to weak industrial activity. Tech is rebounding, but the ISM Manufacturing miss suggests tariffs continue to hurt the sector. We dive into the DJIA to see if the holiday spirits will arrive.

02-12-2025 16:04 GMT by Elior Manier

Markets Today: Euro Area Inflation Edges Higher, Gold Retreats Below $4200/oz. FTSE 100 Eyes Gains

A daily market briefing covering November 2025 Euro Area inflation (up to 2.2%), a retreat in gold prices, and mixed stock performance in Asia and Europe. The report notes Bayer's 15% surge, a steady US dollar, and technical analysis for the FTSE 100

02-12-2025 10:31 GMT by Zain Vawda

US political drama escalates – North American session Market Wrap for December 1

December 1st North-American Session Recap – US Poiltical drama make the headlines to start a volatile month. Check up the Daily asset and FX performance, what changed fundamentally and what's coming up tomorrow.

01-12-2025 21:54 GMT by Elior Manier

The US Dollar is lost in translation – Dollar Index (DXY) Outlook

The US Dollar's erratic movements are confusing market participants, rising and falling on dovish hopes for the upcoming Federal Reserve meeting. Liquidity concerns are amplifying the Greenback's volatility. The latest factor is news that the White House may be preparing for a defeat regarding tariffs. Diving into DXY (Dollar Index) charts.

01-12-2025 20:31 GMT by Elior Manier

US Stocks stumble: Markets catch a cold to start December

Access levels and technicals for the Dow Jones, S&P 500 and Nasdaq. While a late-month rebound erased most losses, risk-appetite is still hesitant to start the new month. The rebound was based on a surge in expected Federal Reserve rate cuts, but the downside risk remains significant if the upcoming Core PCE comes in hot. Low volume from the Thanksgiving holiday sets the stage for a volatile open, with Cryptos and Tech leading the downside.

01-12-2025 16:48 GMT by Elior Manier

Markets Today: Silver Hits $58/oz, Gold Soars to $4250/oz, China PMI at 4-Month Lows. Geopolitics and US PMI in Focus

Global markets show risk aversion with Asia and European stocks sliding. Silver and gold hit new highs ($58/oz, $4250/oz) on US Fed rate cut bets. China's manufacturing PMI hits 4-month lows, signaling slight contraction. Oil prices climb 2% on supply worries. The yen strengthens on Bank of Japan interest rate hike speculation. The week focuses on US PMI data.

01-12-2025 10:26 GMT by Zain Vawda

Metals shine bright again to close the Month – North American session Market Wrap for November 28

November 28th North-American Session Recap – Metals are back in action to wrap up November trading. Check up the Daily asset and FX performance, what changed fundamentally and what's coming up tomorrow.

28-11-2025 21:36 GMT by Elior Manier

The Week Ahead of the December FOMC – Markets Weekly Outlook

A week ahead preview: Markets are back like they never left, closing the Thanksgiving week strongly. Next week marks the final week before the December FOMC with a LOT of key releases expected. Get ready for the upcoming week by looking at the past week's Market performance, what changed and the key events to expect in next week)

28-11-2025 20:49 GMT by Elior Manier

Japan amid monetary and fiscal shift – will the yen regain strength?

Analysis of Japan’s current monetary and fiscal shift, including BOJ’s policy outlook, government stimulus, geopolitical tensions, and potential future scenarios for the yen.

28-11-2025 18:23 GMT by Krzysztof Kamiński

The Debasement trade is back! – Silver breaks another All-time High

Metals, Stocks and Cryptocurrencies all finish the Thanksgiving week higher, with the Dovish FOMC pricing booting the Month-End flows. Take a look at the action until the FOMC and some interesting charts including Silver (XAG/USD) which just made some new all-time highs.

28-11-2025 17:11 GMT by Elior Manier

Can Platinum catch up to Gold? Platinum (XPT/USD) Price Forecast

Platinum is gathering significant attention as it starts to outpace its peers, rising sharply on the day. Observing why Platinum, not a commonly traded metal offers interesting opportunities. Its strength is underpinned by persistent supply deficits and boosted by transformative market developments like new platinum futures contracts in China. We dive into a technical analysis for XPT/USD.

28-11-2025 15:50 GMT by Elior Manier

Markets Today: CME Glitch Halts Trading, German Retail Sales Fall, Ukraine-Russia in Focus, FTSE 100 Back Above 100-day MA

The market's 'Sombre Black Friday' opened with a major CME trading glitch, halting futures and currency markets. German retail sales unexpectedly fell, while French inflation held steady. European stocks and gold are being driven higher by growing bets on a US Federal Reserve interest rate cut. Geopolitical tensions between Russia and Ukraine continue to support oil prices. FTSE 100 rises above 100-day MA

28-11-2025 10:20 GMT by Zain Vawda

A very calm Thanksgiving Session – Log in to today's North American session Market wrap for November 27

November 27th North-American Session Recap – A calm Thanksgiving session. Check up the Daily asset and FX performance, what changed fundamentally and what's coming up tomorrow.

27-11-2025 21:33 GMT by Elior Manier

NZD/USD posts a major reversal higher after the RBNZ Cut – Technical Outlook

FX markets remain open during US Thanksgiving holiday, with the Kiwi Dollar (NZD) stealing the spotlight. After a struggling year, the NZD is surging on a strong Retail Sales beat. RBNZ Governor Hawkesby added fundamental support by stating future rate cuts face "significant hurdles," signaling the 2.25% rate is likely the lower bound. We analyze the NZD/USD pair on multiple timeframes.

27-11-2025 16:08 GMT by Elior Manier

The Bank of Japan's FX Intervention: Mechanism, Impact, and Historical Precedent

Bank of Japan's FX intervention. Explains the mechanism: MOF sets policy, BoJ executes. Details how interventions are funded (reserves vs. FBs) and their dual channels: Portfolio Balance and Signaling. Discusses why ZIRP limits effectiveness, making Signaling and credibility key. Includes historical precedents (2003-04 JPY-weakening, 2022/2024 JPY-strengthening).

27-11-2025 15:26 GMT by Zain Vawda

Markets Today: German Consumer Sentiment Improves, Gold Holds Near 2-Week Highs, Thanksgiving Holiday in the US

Asian shares extended gains, while European stocks were mostly flat ahead of the ECB minutes. Key movers include Puma (shares up 13% on buyout rumors). The US dollar is weakening ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday, set for its largest weekly drop in four months. Oil fell slightly on ceasefire hopes, and gold is stable near 2-week highs

27-11-2025 10:01 GMT by Zain Vawda