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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

Microsoft (MSFT) Earnings Preview – Will Q1 numbers confirm MSFT's price recovery?

Microsoft (MSFT) Earnings Preview update: After a steep 30% drop from its July 2025 highs, MSFT rebounds as AI themes regain market traction. With investors laser-focused on massive AI infrastructure costs and Azure's impressive 39% growth, tomorrow's earnings are critical. Explore our in-depth MSFT analysis.

28-04-2026 19:42 GMT by Elior Manier

The Tech honeymoon is over ... right before earnings? – Dow Jones and US Stock Market Intraday Outlook

S&P 500, Dow Jones, Nasdaq Analysis and Trading Levels: The Nasdaq retreats 1.70% from its highs ahead of critical mega-cap tech earnings. With WTI Crude surging past $100 amid a prolonged US-Iran blockade, strong Coca-Cola earnings maintain the Dow afloat. Explore an intraday technical analysis of the major benchmarks.

28-04-2026 16:21 GMT by Elior Manier

Alphabet (GOOGL) Earnings Preview: Q1 earnings hinge on margins and the cloud

Q1 Alphabet earnings preview: The market is demanding a clear ROI on massive AI investments and the $75B Capex plan. We analyze key swing factors: Google Cloud growth, the 'AI tax,' and the strategic Pentagon AI deal. Can GOOGL prove its AI transformation is accretive to margins?

28-04-2026 15:37 GMT by Zain Vawda

UAE quits OPEC! Crude Oil explodes to $100 – WTI Technical analysis

WTI Oil Update: Crude prices soar past $100 per barrel as the UAE announces its departure from the OPEC+ cartel. As geopolitical tensions mount and the US maintains its economic chokehold on Iran, explore a multi-timeframe technical analysis of WTI to navigate shifting market fundamentals.

28-04-2026 14:08 GMT by Elior Manier

Amazon (AMZN) Technical: Uptrend and outperformance factor intact above 231.00 key support

Amazon (AMZN) remains in a strong uptrend, outperforming peers as focus shifts to its Q1 2026 earnings and AI-driven growth. Markets are closely watching AWS momentum, advertising strength, and whether massive capex plans can translate into sustainable profits. Technically, the bullish structure stays intact above the $231 key support, with potential upside toward higher resistance levels if momentum holds.

28-04-2026 11:03 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Gold (XAU/USD) Selloff Deepens: Technical breakdown and rising Oil prices accelerates bearish momentum

Gold (XAU/USD) is undergoing a significant selloff, driven by rising oil prices, inflation fears, and dampened sentiment over a US-Iran deal. Technical analysis shows accelerating bearish momentum across multiple timeframes, having broken key moving averages and support levels. The technical outlook suggests prices are likely to continue sliding towards $4601, despite being oversold. Key levels to watch: $4650, $4620, and $4601.

28-04-2026 07:18 GMT by Zain Vawda