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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

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

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

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

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

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

US Dollar turns the page on the Petrodollar trade for FOMC week – DXY Outlook

US Dollar (DXY) update: The US Dollar actively eases from its recent highs, completely ignoring a massive surge in Oil prices. As the geopolitical conflict resolution devolves into a chaotic fog and traders brace for a massive FOMC week, explore a technical analysis of the Dollar Index (DXY).

27-04-2026 19:44 GMT by Elior Manier

Bank of Japan rate decision in focus, questions on inflation amid US-Iran conflict

Join Kelvin and Jonny in today's episode, where they discuss equity performance in the Asian session, as well as developments in US-Iran conflict from the weekend. Otherwise, we look ahead to another week of trading, speaking ahead of a key interest rate decision by the Bank of Japan.

27-04-2026 18:33 GMT by Christian Norman

EUR/USD: Cautiously bullish above 1.1700 ahead of FOMC and ECB

Technical analysis of EUR/USD: The pair has shifted to a cautiously bullish bias, supported by holding above the 1.1700 pivot zone. We detail chart setups, tactical bullish and bearish scenarios, and key levels to watch ahead of high-volatility events, specifically the FOMC and ECB meetings this week.

27-04-2026 16:27 GMT by Zain Vawda

Markets Today: Oil rises, DXY retreats ahead of a busy week that will test the FED and global central banks

Oil surged to $107 amid US-Iran tension, reinforcing 'higher-for-longer' rate fears ahead of a busy central bank week. Tech euphoria fueled by AI spending offset macro worries. FX markets are tense, with the Euro vulnerable to the crude 'tax' and USD/JPY nearing 160.00, raising intervention risk. European shares opened flat.

27-04-2026 08:55 GMT by Zain Vawda

Chart alert: AUD/USD kickstarts fresh bullish impulsive sequence above 0.7090 key support

AUD/USD is showing renewed bullish momentum after rebounding above 0.7090, supported by improving risk sentiment and easing geopolitical tensions around the Strait of Hormuz. The pair continues to track global equities closely, with correlation at elevated levels. A break above 0.7211 could trigger a fresh rally toward 0.7300, while failure to hold key support risks a pullback. Technical indicators, including a bullish MA crossover, reinforce the upside bias.

27-04-2026 05:53 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Markets Weekly Outlook - Can earnings outweigh geopolitical headwinds & Central Bank decisions?

Global markets face a pivotal week defined by surging oil prices amid US-Iran tensions, record-high US equities driven by tech and earnings optimism, and critical central bank decisions. The Fed, ECB, and BoE grapple with the "balancing problem" of inflation vs. growth, while the BoJ remains the 'wild card' for a surprise rate hike.

24-04-2026 23:28 GMT by Zain Vawda

Stock markets rally on Powell criminal probe dropped, the week ahead

In today's episode, TraderNick and podcast host Jonny Hart discuss an apparent drop in market uncertainty as the Department of Justice announces that an criminal investigation Jerome Powell alleging fraudulent spending on Fed building renovations are to be dropped. Otherwise, we discuss developments in the Persian Gulf and digest the latest numbers from Canada, the US and the UK.

24-04-2026 17:47 GMT by Christian Norman

U.S. consumer sentiment under pressure from war and rising oil prices

U.S. consumer sentiment fell to a record low in April as the war with Iran, higher energy prices and rising inflation expectations weighed on household confidence. Oil market disruptions in the Gulf and the near-total halt in traffic through the Strait of Hormuz continue to keep pressure on crude prices.

24-04-2026 16:51 GMT by Krzysztof Kamiński

The calm before the storm? Key weekend risk incoming – Overnight Market Check

Market Check update: Uncertainty grips the markets as US-Iran peace talks face further delays following the removal of Iranian Parliament Speaker Ghalibaf from the negotiating team. With the US maintaining a strategic blockade on the Strait of Hormuz, Iran is put under pressure to enter the talks. Check out key Market charts and dynamics right here.

24-04-2026 14:13 GMT by Elior Manier

USD/CHF Price Analysis: Bulls eye key resistance after base formation

USD/CHF is at a critical juncture, showing a recovery on the daily chart but suggesting an imminent breakout on lower timeframes, especially near the key 0.7887 resistance level. The analysis details bullish and bearish scenarios with targets up to 0.8000 and support at 0.7828.

24-04-2026 08:05 GMT by Zain Vawda

Chart alert: EUR/USD drifted down to 1.1665/1635 key support for potential bullish reversal

EUR/USD has pulled back 1.5% from its recent high amid renewed US–Iran tensions and a stronger US dollar, but key support at 1.1665/1.1635 is now in focus for a potential rebound. A steepening Eurozone–US rate spread suggests improving euro fundamentals, while technical signals, bullish divergence, and support at major moving averages, point to upside potential. A break above 1.1722 may trigger further gains toward 1.18 and beyond.

24-04-2026 05:45 GMT by Kelvin Wong

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