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Markets Today: Japanese Yen Hits 9-Month Lows, European Shares Higher, FTSE Eyes Pullback. US Government Shutdown in Focus
Asian stock markets rose on cooling US job data, increasing expectations for a Federal Reserve rate cut. European stocks hit new highs, driven by optimism over the US government reopening. The Japanese Yen fell to a nine-month low, prompting verbal intervention. Oil prices dipped due to oversupply, while gold held steady as investors awaited the US House vote on the shutdown deal. The focus remains on delayed US economic data and the Fed's next move.
by Zain Vawda
WTI Oil Up 1.7% as Markets Grapple with Geopolitical Shocks and Structural Supply Glut
WTI Oil rose 1.7% despite a persistent structural supply glut fueled by high output from the US, OPEC, and Russia, leading to widespread inventory accumulation. Geopolitical risk is back in focus as US sanctions hit Russia's Lukoil operations in Iraq, threatening a major long-term supply disruption. The article also covers bearish macroeconomic factors, technical analysis, and contrarian client sentiment data.
by Zain Vawda
Risk-off reality: Altcoin weakness emerges as tech flows dry up
While Bitcoin remains above $100,000, broader crypto market sentiment is turning cautious. Altcoins like Solana and XRP face renewed selling pressure, even as Ethereum and BNB show some form of resilience. The total crypto market cap remains 20% below its peak, mirroring weakness seen in tech stocks amid AI-related investment concerns. Technical analysis and levels for BTC, ETH, XRP and Solana.
by Elior Manier
USD/CHF Slides Below 0.80 as Tariff Relief Talks Lift Swiss Franc
As most OECD markets close for Remembrance Day, Swiss banks remain active — and so do traders. USD/CHF extended its decline below 0.80 after reports that Switzerland is nearing a tariff deal with Washington. Hopes of reducing the levy from 39% to 15% have boosted confidence in the Swiss economy and pushed the franc to the top of the FX leaderboard.
by Elior Manier
Markets Today: UK Unemployment Hits 4-Year High, Gold Advances, FTSE 100 Eyes 200-Point Rally
Asia stocks falter on China's rare earth curbs despite US shutdown deal. UK unemployment hits a 4-year high, slowing wage growth increases Bank of England rate cut bets. European stocks rally on positive earnings. Currencies: JPY drops, GBP/EUR strengthen. Oil dips, and Gold advances on Federal Reserve rate cut hopes. The near-term outlook is cautious on potential negative US data.
by Zain Vawda
Metal rally ignites: Silver surges back above $50 level
After a sharp correction driven by high inflation and hawkish Fed repricing, Silver is surging back. Metals demand is returning as a projected post-reopen Republican sweep and expected reckless fiscal spending renews concerns over US debt. Silver is up 4.50% today. We dive into its multi-timeframe chart analysis to spot the next price targets.
by Elior Manier
Gold (XAU/USD) Price Forecast: Bullish Breakout Gathers Pace as Fed Pivot Expectations Firm, $4250/oz Incoming?
Gold (XAU/USD) is strongly bullish, fueled by firming expectations for a Federal Reserve interest rate cut following weak US economic data. The technical setup, including a triangle breakout, targets $4250/oz, with $4100/oz acceptance critical. However, contrarian analysis of the 76% net-long client sentiment suggests a potential near-term price slide.
by Zain Vawda
Why the end of the US shutdown sparks a huge rally in Stocks
The end of the US government shutdown has sparked a strong market rebound, lifting sentiment across equities. Tech giants like Nvidia and Tesla lead the rally, while defensive sectors lag with Buffet's retirement. Yet, gold rallying and bonds falling show investors remain focused on America’s fiscal challenges.
by Elior Manier
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