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The peace process is stalling ahead of April Non Farm Payrolls – Markets Weekly Outlook

A week ahead preview: Markets continue to surprise to the upside after the key Central Bank meetings, but the biggest action is yet to come as the new month begins. 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)

01-05-2026 20:06 GMT by Elior Manier

USD/JPY: The intervention aftermath, has the BoJ bought time or reversed the trend?

The USD/JPY pair experienced a violent shift after the Japanese Ministry of Finance intervened following the breach of the 160.00 level. This estimated $30B intervention sparked a 2.2% yen rally. We assess the technical outlook and argue that, based on precedent, the action may only buy time, ensuring heightened volatility

01-05-2026 17:37 GMT by Zain Vawda

Dow Jones nears 50,000! Will Stock Market Bulls ever be defeated?

S&P 500, Dow Jones, Nasdaq Analysis and Trading Levels: Major US Indexes surge on broad-based earnings momentum and a resilient US economy, though the Dow Jones fails to breach its 50,000 level. With a flat Manufacturing PMI of 52.7 and Crude Oil not breaching $100, explore an intraday technical analysis of the Dow, Nasdaq, and S&P 500 for the afternoon.

01-05-2026 15:34 GMT by Elior Manier

Ethereum (ETH) on path to a continued breakout – Will it pull other altcoins?

ETH Crypto Update: Ethereum breaks out of its multi-month downtrend following a brutal 64% correction. Consolidating above the $2,100–$2,300 pivot, ETH pushes above its downward channel as traders pivot from traditional assets. Explore our technical analysis of ETH/BTC and key levels.

01-05-2026 14:26 GMT by Elior Manier

Gold (XAU/USD) slides 1% as concerns rise of prolonged Middle East conflict, can bulls hold the line at $4,500?

Gold slides on Mideast conflict fears and a strong USD. Technical analysis confirms a bearish shift, targeting $4,500 as the ultimate support. Will bulls hold the line?

01-05-2026 10:49 GMT by Zain Vawda

It's an all-out rally after the Central Bank holds – North American Session Market Wrap for April 30

April 30, 2026 North-American Session Recap – A crazy month-end session opens the door for more chaos ahead, with Global assets dancing around the US Dollar tumble. Will that continue? Check up the latest trends and developments, daily asset and FX performance, what changed fundamentally and what's coming up in the session ahead.

30-04-2026 20:03 GMT by Elior Manier

The Impact of US Tariffs on Precious Metals

Metals shine bright after the FOMC meeting – Silver (XAG/USD) & Gold (XAU/USD) intraday outlook

XAU/USD, XAG/USD Outlook: Gold and Silver bounce higher following global central bank decisions and a sliding US Dollar. While erratic price action and Middle East geopolitical tension keep investors cautious, precious metals are showing signs of life as the USD retreats. Explore our intraday XAU/USD and XAG/USD analysis.

30-04-2026 19:08 GMT by Elior Manier

Central banks edge toward rate hikes as energy shock revives inflation fears

European and UK central banks are preparing for possible interest-rate hikes as the Middle East conflict pushes energy prices higher and revives inflation risks.

30-04-2026 19:05 GMT by Krzysztof Kamiński

Defensive rebalancing for Month-End, the trend resumes? – Dow Jones and US Stock Market Intraday Outlook

S&P 500, Dow Jones, Nasdaq Analysis and Trading Levels: US stock markets extend gains post-FOMC and Month-end as defensive sectors and Caterpillar lead the Dow Jones. While mega-cap tech earnings reveal surging AI cloud revenues, high infrastructure costs spark a rotation. Explore our intraday index levels.

30-04-2026 16:13 GMT by Elior Manier

FX picks up again! US Dollar tumbles after the ECB and BOE – EUR/USD, GBP/USD Overview

EUR/USD, GBP/USD update after the Bank of England and ECB: The US Dollar tumbles as FX markets digest a slew of central bank decisions. While policymakers remain cautious over surging energy prices, a decoupling from crude oil has brought momentum into European currencies. Explore intraday levels for EUR/USD and GBP/USD.

30-04-2026 14:29 GMT by Elior Manier

Fragmentation within OPEC+: UEA exit signals structural shift in oil market dynamics

Oil markets are reacting to the UAE’s exit from OPEC+ and ongoing geopolitical disruptions. While short term supply remains constrained, rising spare capacity and weakening cartel discipline point to higher volatility ahead, with current price declines likely driven by profit taking rather than a trend reversal.

30-04-2026 13:09 GMT by Łukasz Zembik

Bitcoin's (BTC/USD) Price Outlook: Struggling against resistance in a high-stakes consolidation phase

Bitcoin (BTC/USD) is facing a high-stakes consolidation between $78,197 resistance and $75,000 support. Technical hurdles and an H1 Moving Average 'squeeze' suggest an imminent volatile breakout. The trend hinges on a break of these key levels.

30-04-2026 10:44 GMT by Zain Vawda

USD/JPY (update): “Final warning” verbal intervention spooked the market. What are the next key supports to watch?

USD/JPY reversed sharply after hitting 160.73 as Japan’s “final warning” on FX intervention spooked markets, triggering a 0.9% pullback and boosting the yen. The pair now tests key support levels at 159.05 and 158.60, with downside risks rising if pressure persists. Traders are closely watching upcoming ECB and BoE policy signals, where any hawkish guidance could accelerate USD/JPY’s corrective decline.

30-04-2026 10:17 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Chart alert: USD/JPY breaches above 160 (21-month high), ignoring intervention risk

USD/JPY surges to a 21-month high above 160, defying intervention risks as yen weakness intensifies. Rising oil prices and a widening US–Japan rate differential continue to drive upside pressure, reinforcing the pair’s bullish momentum. Technical signals point to further gains within an ascending channel, with key support at 159.85 holding firm. Unless momentum breaks, USD/JPY may extend toward higher resistance levels in the near term.

30-04-2026 06:25 GMT by Kelvin Wong

The FOMC is stuck & Powell remains at the Board of Governors – North American Mid-Week Market Update

Mid-Week update for North-American Markets – The FOMC just concluded, and both the US Dollar and Canadian Dollar are bouncing back to some new weekly highs, supported by stable Monetary Policies and stronger Oil prices. Taking a close look at NA index and currency performance combined with a USD/CAD intraday chart to spot what's next for American Markets.

29-04-2026 20:05 GMT by Elior Manier

April FOMC US Index Levels for Dow Jones, Nasdaq and S&P 500

Pre-FOMC Major US Indexes update: Wall Street braces for a pivotal 24 hours featuring Powell’s Fed swan song and heavy-hitter tech earnings. As the US-Iran impasse pushes Oil to $105, traders are questioning the market's resilience. Explore our pre-FOMC outlook for the Dow Jones, S&P 500, and Nasdaq.

29-04-2026 16:19 GMT by Elior Manier

Bank of Canada neutral hold (2.25%) – USD/CAD rallies to 1.37 – Press Conference coming up

Bank of Canada and USD/CAD update: The Bank of Canada holds rates steady, citing a soft economic outlook based on a $75 oil assumption. With WTI Crude topping $100 and boosting Canada's national income, the BoC may soon pivot hawkish. As USD/CAD rallies to 1.37, explore our two-timeframe technical analysis.

29-04-2026 14:14 GMT by Elior Manier

Chart alert: Silver (XAG/USD) rout extends below $75.90 key intraday resistance, bearish trend intact

Silver (XAG/USD) remains under pressure as its bearish trend extends, with prices failing to attract safe-haven demand despite ongoing geopolitical tensions. Momentum-driven selling has pushed silver below key moving averages, confirming a breakdown from its recent rebound. Technically, the outlook stays negative below the $75.90 resistance level, with further downside risk toward lower support zones if bearish momentum persists.

29-04-2026 12:16 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Nasdaq 100: AI bubble fears overblown, bullish trend intact above 26,760 key intraday support

The Nasdaq 100 remains in a firm uptrend despite renewed AI bubble concerns triggered by OpenAI-related headlines. Losses were quickly trimmed, reinforcing underlying bullish momentum. Semiconductor stocks continue to lead the rally without exhibiting peak-cycle warning signals, while market breadth stays healthy. Technically, the index holds within an ascending channel, with 26,760 as key support and further upside potential toward higher resistance levels.

29-04-2026 06:47 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Tech gives up its advantage as fears return – North American Session Market Wrap for April 28

April 28, 2026 North-American Session Recap – Traders are getting ready for a gigantic 24 hours ahead and are taking the lead by easing their previously over-ecstatic positions, with Tech trading lower. Check up the latest trends and developments, daily asset and FX performance, what changed fundamentally and what's coming up in the session ahead.

28-04-2026 20:51 GMT by Elior Manier