Recap for the May 20, 2025 North-American session. XAU/USD up 1.85%, AUD down 0.6% after coming back from almost a 1% drop
20-05-2025 20:35 GMT
by Elior Manier
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North-American Mid-Session: The RBA cut rates by 25 bps as expected, but surprise dovish hints of a 50 bps cut sent the AUD tumbling. Canadian CPI beat forecasts at 1.7% y/y, cutting June rate cut odds to 35%. The CHF leads majors, European stocks rise, Nasdaq dips 0.5%, and gold jumps 1.5% amid broad position shifts.
20-05-2025 17:00 GMT
by Elior Manier
(XAU/USD) surged 19% in Q1 2025, outperforming major assets. After hitting a record high of $3,500, it corrected 10% but now shows signs of a bullish reversal amid stagflation concerns and key technical support at the 50-day MA. Eyes are on $3,305 for confirmation.
20-05-2025 06:40 GMT
by Kelvin Wong
Explore Brent Oil's recovery amid Chinese data and Goldman Sachs' updated demand forecast. Dive into technical analysis revealing potential resistance and support levels. Learn how client sentiment may impact WTI prices. This article covers key factors influencing the oil market, including US economic outlook concerns and potential trade war impacts
19-05-2025 16:02 GMT
by Zain Vawda
European market open, highlighting the impact of a US credit rating downgrade and weak Chinese data. It discusses stock index movements, currency fluctuations, and provides technical analysis on the DXY and DAX, including support and resistance levels.
19-05-2025 08:16 GMT
by Zain Vawda
Dive into this week's market outlook featuring key RBA & PBoC decisions, critical UK inflation data, and in-depth US Dollar Index analysis. Discover how US-China trade deal optimism is fading amid new consumer sentiment worries. Explore crucial economic data releases from Asia Pacific, Europe, and the US, plus key support and resistance levels for the DXY. Stay informed with the latest insights.
16-05-2025 21:06 GMT
by Zain Vawda
The Dollar holds above 101.00 on calming U.S. policy signals, while stock indices remain flat after soft U. of Michigan data. Markets focus more on political developments and inflation clues. Gold continues its retracement, reflecting reduced safe-haven demand amid improved U.S. policy confidence.
16-05-2025 19:25 GMT
by Elior Manier
European markets face subdued open amidst global slowdown concerns. DAX advances, gold falters. US data weighs on sentiment. Japan's economy shrinks. Oil prices steady, FX market sees dollar decline and Aussie/Kiwi rise. Focus on US Consumer Sentiment release. DAX eyes 24000 retest.
16-05-2025 07:25 GMT
by Zain Vawda
Markets are mixed as currencies turn defensive, led by the yen and Swiss franc, while commodity currencies lag. Stock indices rebounded on rumors of a Trump-Iran deal, lifting sentiment but sending oil in a slump. Canada’s S&P/TSX hit a record high of 25,875. Safe-haven assets gained, with gold up 1.2% and 30-Year Treasury Bonds rising 0.91%.
15-05-2025 19:50 GMT
by Elior Manier
Gold surges above $3200/oz as a weaker US dollar and concerning economic data fuel demand. US retail sales slow, and small business optimism declines, impacting the dollar. Technical analysis suggests potential for further gains in gold, but client sentiment indicates caution.
15-05-2025 16:52 GMT
by Zain Vawda
European markets see DAX consolidate after record highs. Oil prices drop due to potential US-Iran deal. Gold struggles, while yen and Swiss franc strengthen. US retail data and Powell's comments are key focus points. S&P 500 and Nasdaq turn red after initial gains. Traders eye DAX support levels for next moves.
15-05-2025 09:44 GMT
by Zain Vawda
Gold (XAU/USD) sees a 2.2% drop to one-month lows. Easing US-China tensions, Trump's Gulf investments, and potential trade deals with Japan, South Korea, and India pressure safe-haven demand. Russia-Ukraine talks could further impact prices. Technical analysis shows key support levels and OANDA client sentiment is 73% net-long.
14-05-2025 16:41 GMT
by Zain Vawda
Daily market insights: Europe's trading day begins with DAX gains and a rise in US tech stocks. Oil prices surge due to Iran sanctions. Plus, key economic data, currency updates, and a technical analysis of the Dollar index, highlighting support and resistance levels. Stay informed with the latest global financial trends and events affecting markets today.
14-05-2025 07:25 GMT
by Zain Vawda
Asian markets surge on US-China trade optimism, while European stocks stay positive. UK jobs data shows wage growth slowdown. DAX analysis reveals mixed signals with key support and resistance levels. Get insights on currency movements and potential impacts of ongoing trade developments.
13-05-2025 09:17 GMT
by Zain Vawda
Explore the impact of US-China trade talks on oil prices, fueled by tariff reductions. Discover market sentiment shifts echoed by Saudi Aramco and Russia's Central Bank. Technical analysis reveals potential resistance and support levels, while client sentiment data offers a contrarian view on WTI positions.
12-05-2025 15:48 GMT
by Zain Vawda
European market update: Risk assets rise on US-China trade talk progress, gold declines. US stock futures gain. DAX chart analysis shows potential downside with key support levels and resistance. Bank of England conference and economic data release insights.
12-05-2025 07:53 GMT
by Zain Vawda
This week's market outlook focuses on US-China trade talks, analyzing their potential impact on global markets. Key topics include US Dollar trends, gold and oil price movements, and upcoming economic data releases in Asia, Europe, and the US. The report also examines the Federal Reserve's stance on interest rates and anticipated inflation figures amidst tariff uncertainty, providing insights into market sentiment and potential trading opportunities.
09-05-2025 15:30 GMT
by Zain Vawda
European markets rise on hopes for US-China trade talks. DAX eyes new highs. Dollar gains, oil prices increase, and gold sees volatile swings. Economic data shows strong Chinese exports. Investors await BoE Governor Bailey speech and Fed updates. DAX technical analysis suggests potential downside risk if trade talks falter, with key support and resistance levels outlined. Market sentiment improves ahead of weekend negotiations in Switzerland.
09-05-2025 07:41 GMT
by Zain Vawda
European market update: Stocks rise on trade deal hopes. Pound gains despite expected BoE rate cut. Oil stable, gold dips. Fed views inflation/unemployment risk. DAX technical analysis points to potential downside with support & resistance levels noted. Economic calendar quiet until BoE decision.
08-05-2025 09:13 GMT
by Zain Vawda
US President Trump teased a major trade deal announcement, sparking risk-on rallies in stock indices. The GBP rallied as the UK may be a partner in the trade deal, but Gold (XAU/USD) ignored the trade deal optimism and recorded an intraday gain of 1.2%
08-05-2025 05:20 GMT
by Kelvin Wong