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What’s Next for the US Dollar After the "Freedom Trade" Surge? – DXY Outlook

US Dollar (DXY) Analysis: After a volatile correction, the Greenback stabilizes as the dedollarization narrative faces reality. We analyze how economic resilience and the "Return of US Freedom"—sparked by recent geopolitical wins—are reshaping the DXY's path for the year ahead.

07-01-2026 15:28 GMT by Elior Manier

Markets Today: Euro Area Inflation Cools, Silver Peaks Above $80/oz, Gold Retreats Ahead of Key US Data Releases

Euro Area inflation cools to 2.0%, hitting the ECB target, but German retail sales decline unexpectedly. Asia's stock rally stalls amid profit-taking and rising China-Japan tensions over a dual-use export ban. European stocks are steady. Gold and other precious metals fall as the US dollar holds firm. All eyes are now on US jobs data (JOLTS/ADP), which is forecast to be weak and could impact the dollar.

07-01-2026 11:57 GMT by Zain Vawda

Chart Alert: Gold (XAU/USD) is losing bullish momentum below US$4,500, bearish reversal next

Gold (XAU/USD) is showing signs of a short-term bearish reversal as prices struggle to break above the critical US$4,485–4,500 resistance zone. Bearish RSI divergence and a completed Fibonacci retracement suggest the recent rebound may be a countertrend move. A break below US$4,430 could trigger deeper downside toward US$4,333–4,243, while only a clear move above US$4,500 would restore bullish control.

07-01-2026 05:50 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Is it 2025 All Over Again? – North American Session Market Wrap for January 6

January 6th 2026 North-American Session Recap – The Freedom trade moves further, pushing all assets higher. Check up the Daily asset and FX performance, what changed fundamentally and what's coming up on Monday.

06-01-2026 21:47 GMT by Elior Manier

S&P 500 and Dow Jones All-time Highs – Stocks Continue the 2026 Freedom Rally

Stock Market Update: Stocks grind higher as traders embrace the Donroe Doctrine—Trump's aggressive foreign policy shift. While Big Tech giants like Apple and Tesla lag, capital rotates into Healthcare, Industrials, and Amazon. We analyze the intra-day technicals.

06-01-2026 20:50 GMT by Elior Manier

Silver (XAG/USD) Explodes to $80 and Platinum (XPT/USD) Tests its All-Time Highs

Metals Market Update: The Commodity complex dominates the new year as geopolitical shocks accelerate. We analyze how the capture of Maduro and renewed US threats toward Greenland are triggering urgent sovereign FX reserve diversification—a massive bullish driver for Silver and Platinum. We analyze the holiday buying frenzy and key technical levels for XAU/USD, XAG/USD, and XPT/USD.

06-01-2026 17:47 GMT by Elior Manier

Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH) and SOL Rebound Strongly to Start 2026 – Crypto Overview

Crypto Market Review: Headlines show Bitcoin down 3% YoY, but ignore the 70% surge to $126k. We dissect the volatility, Ethereum's "Fusaka" upgrade, and the massive altcoin wins (ZCash +860%). With risk appetite stable, we analyze the 2026 technical setup for BTC, ETH, and SOL.

06-01-2026 15:47 GMT by Elior Manier

EUR/USD bearish move below parity on hold for now

EUR/USD Forecast: Technicals and Seasonality Hint at Another Leg to the Downside

This EUR/USD forecast details why the pair is expected to continue its downward trend. Key drivers include US Dollar strength, historically positive January seasonality for the greenback, and technical analysis showing a breakout from an ascending wedge pattern. The article outlines current price action, support and resistance levels, and a potential trade setup for further downside.

06-01-2026 11:19 GMT by Zain Vawda

Markets Today: Silver Jumps 2.8%, Gold Eyes $4500/oz, FTSE 100 Consolidates Above 10000. Fed Speakers Ahead

Asian and European stocks hit new record highs, with the FTSE 100 consolidating above 10000. Precious metals, including gold and silver, surged on rate hopes and political unrest. French inflation slowed to a seven-month low of 0.8%. The US Dollar dropped slightly, while oil prices dipped on potential Venezuelan supply. Traders await Fed speakers and key economic reports.

06-01-2026 09:37 GMT by Zain Vawda

AUD/USD Forecast: Up 5% since November 2025, what’s next?

AUD/USD has climbed nearly 5% since late November 2025, underpinned by a decisive bullish breakout and improving macro tailwinds. Stronger China data, firm Australian inflation, and a widening yield spread are reinforcing upside momentum. With the uptrend intact above key supports, AUD/USD may extend gains toward 0.6760–0.6800 in the near term.

06-01-2026 07:28 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Bitcoin (BTC/USD) Technical Outlook: Acceptance Above $95000 Needed for Bulls to Seize the Initiative

Bitcoin (BTC/USD) has rebounded past $93,000 to a 2026 high, following a major corporate purchase by Strategy. Despite the positive structural factors, the rally faces a critical test at $95,000. Technical analysis shows an overbought RSI.

05-01-2026 21:32 GMT by Zain Vawda

An Explosive Start to 2026 – North American Session Market Wrap for January 5

January 5th 2026 North-American Session Recap – A smell of freedom makes all assets ecstatic as traders come back to their desks. Check up the Daily asset and FX performance, what changed fundamentally and what's coming up on Monday.

05-01-2026 21:31 GMT by Elior Manier

Stock Markets Cheer Newfound Freedom to Begin 2026 — US Index Outlook

Market Index Update: Traders return to a market shrugging off weak ISM data in favor of rate cut bets. We analyze the bullish sentiment fueled by the capture of Maduro and the return of "American Imperialism," while looking ahead to Friday's key report to confirm the risk-on vibe. You know what rhymes with USA? Freedom.

05-01-2026 19:08 GMT by Elior Manier

2026 US Dollar Forecast: How the Fed, Government Spending, and AI Will Drive Volatility

Heading into 2026, the US Dollar is set for a volatile, V-shaped year. Experts predict a dip in H1 as the Fed cuts rates, followed by a strong rebound in H2 driven by massive government spending and new trade tariffs. Dive into how the conflict between the Fed, the "One Big Beautiful Bill," and the $3T AI boom will determine the dollar's path. Analyze key risks like the AI crash and debt limit fight.

05-01-2026 16:34 GMT by Zain Vawda

Market Implications for Venezuela President Maduro's Capture – WTI Oil and Dow Jones to New Highs!

Geopolitical Shock: The US captures Venezuela's Maduro, sparking a broad rally in the Dollar, stocks, and commodities. We analyze the counter-intuitive Oil price action and the "crack spread" opportunity for US producers. Plus, a look at the geopolitical impact and Market outlook. Dow Jones is rising to new All-time highs!

05-01-2026 15:58 GMT by Elior Manier

Asian stock markets shrugged off Venezuela's impact, WTI crude sold off, Gold rallied towards resistance, and the US dollar remained below resistance

Asian markets opened 2026 with resilience, brushing off geopolitical shock from the US action in Venezuela. Japan’s Nikkei surged, while US stock indices held bullish momentum. Gold rallied on safe-haven demand but stalled near resistance, WTI crude slid on supply expectations, and the US dollar stayed capped below key resistance. Intraday technical setups highlight selective opportunities across stock indices, FX, gold, and oil.

05-01-2026 06:41 GMT by Kelvin Wong

A mixed US Stocks Session to begin 2026 – US Index Outlook

US Stock Market Update: Traders return to a distinct rotation from high-flying Tech into Defensive and Industrial sectors. With valuations stretched, capital favors the Dow over the Nasdaq as rate cuts aid traditional industries. We analyze the intra-session technicals for the major US indexes.

02-01-2026 18:07 GMT by Elior Manier

Will the US Dollar make a comeback in 2026? DXY Outlook

US Dollar Outlook and Dollar Index (DXY) technical analysis: After a brutal 10% correction in 2025, the Greenback is flashing rebound signals. We analyze the structural drivers—from limited Treasury alternatives to low cash levels—that could spark a 2026 rally, alongside the risks of a politicized Fed.

02-01-2026 13:19 GMT by Elior Manier

Silver (XAG/USD): A major top or a correction before new highs?

Silver was the standout performer of 2025, surging 159% on the back of safe-haven demand and robust industrial use in solar, electronics, and data centres. While fears of a speculative bubble have resurfaced after a sharp late-December pullback, historical indicators suggest silver has not reached a major long-term top. Technical signals instead point to a multi-week corrective phase before the next potential leg higher.

02-01-2026 10:58 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Markets Today: FTSE 100 Breaches 10,000 Mark, Gold Rises 1.8% as UK House Prices Drop to 20-Month Lows

FTSE 100 makes history by breaching 10,000. Global equities and Asian tech stocks rally with strong fund flows, led by AI and chip companies. Meanwhile, UK house prices fall to a 20-month low. Precious metals surge on safe-haven buying and rate-cut expectations, as the US dollar starts 2026 with a small recovery after a difficult year.

02-01-2026 10:08 GMT by Zain Vawda