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It's an everything rally after the CPI miss – Market Reactions
CPI Market Reactions: Inflation hits a 4-year low at 2.4%, fueling a surge in Treasuries and Gold ($5,100). While AI creative destruction initially dragged tech, a swift intraday rebound is underway. We explore the key charts to this morning's action with Dow Jones, Gold, 10Y Bonds and more.
by Elior Manier
US inflation slows, Fed may cut rates more than the market prices in
US inflation continued to ease in January, with both headline and core readings showing gradual moderation. Tariff effects remain limited and rent pressures have slowed. The Fed is likely to stay on hold in the near term, but markets expect rate cuts from mid year, pricing in close to two and a half reductions by year end.
by Łukasz Zembik
EUR/USD's Next Move: Hot inflation to 1.1785 or cooling jobs to 1.2000?
EUR/USD is tightly coiled ahead of the crucial U.S. Consumer Price Index (CPI) release, which was delayed this month. The pair's fate hangs on two factors: Inflation Realities and Labor Market Strength. A "hot" CPI print is expected to reinforce the Fed's hawkish pause, potentially driving EUR/USD down to the 1.1785 support. Conversely, further signs of a cooling U.S. labor market, like rising jobless claims, could weaken the Dollar and allow the Euro to retest the 1.2000 psychological barrier.
by Zain Vawda
Markets Today: Tech wobbles, Yen resurgence, Gold recovers ahead of key US CPI data. FTSE 100 holds above support
A global tech sell-off, sparked by disappointing earnings from Cisco and a slump in Apple, weighs on Asian and European markets. Amidst the caution, the Japanese yen surges for its strongest weekly gain in 15 months. Gold recovers ahead of key US CPI inflation data, while oil prices drift lower as Mideast tensions ease and supply from Venezuela increases. The report details market movements, Swiss inflation, and a technical look at the FTSE 100.
by Zain Vawda
Get ready for CPI – US Inflation Preview
CPI Preview: The final piece of the puzzle. With +0.3% expected, we analyze if sticky inflation and tariff passthrough will kill the 2026 easing cycle. Scenarios for Gold ($5,100), Stocks, Cryptos, and the USD as the Fed weighs a resilient labor market against 3% core inflation.
by Elior Manier
Chart alert: Gold rally faces risk of exhaustion below $5,170
Gold’s 15% rebound from $4,405 is losing steam as prices stall below key $5,170 resistance. The usual inverse correlation with the US dollar has weakened, while the Shanghai gold premium has flipped into discount, signalling softer physical demand. Bearish RSI divergence raises the risk of a pullback toward $4,795–$4,703 unless bulls reclaim momentum above $5,170.
by Kelvin Wong
Markets Today: Nikkei record anchors fifth day of Asian gains, US Dollar struggles as FTSE 100 slides 50 points after all-time high print
Asian markets extend their record-breaking run, anchored by a surge in chip stocks and the Nikkei 225 crossing 58,000 for the first time. European shares also hit new highs, driven by upbeat corporate earnings and a massive acquisition in the financial sector. On the FX front, the Japanese Yen sees its biggest weekly gain in a year, putting pressure on the US Dollar.
by Zain Vawda
Breaking News: UK GDP underwhelms with 0.1% growth in Q4, FTSE 100 slips & GBP/USD advances
Preliminary ONS data shows the UK economy expanded by a disappointing 0.1% in Q4 2025. This sluggish growth was driven by a 1.2% rebound in the production sector, which was largely offset by a 2.1% contraction in construction and, more critically, a third consecutive month of zero growth in the dominant services sector. Markets reacted with volatility, as the FTSE 100 pulled back while GBP/USD advanced.
by Zain Vawda
USD/JPY Outlook: Momentum bearish, but can the US dollar find support on strong jobs data?
Technical outlook for USD/JPY: The pair faces downward pressure, trading below the 100-day MA near 152.800. Yen strength is driven by post-election fiscal clarity and aggressive short-covering. The US dollar's mixed performance and upcoming US CPI release are key catalysts. Technical analysis suggests bearish momentum remains in play (RSI below 50). Key support is 151.53, with immediate resistance at 153.91.
by Zain Vawda
Markets Today: Markets digest Chinese inflation, AI fears continue, Gold holds high ground as NFP looms
The 'Opening Bell - Europe' report covers major market movements. Asian equities climbed, led by a tech rally, while China's inflation rate dropped below expectations. European shares dipped as fears over AI disruption were stoked by Dassault Systèmes' weak earnings. Precious metals gained as the US dollar and Treasury yields retreated ahead of the crucial Non-Farm Payrolls (NFP) report. The article also provides a technical outlook for the FTSE 100
by Zain Vawda
Chart alert: Nikkei 225 bullish acceleration intact towards 60,000 in the first step
The Nikkei 225 extends its bullish acceleration after Japan’s snap election, emerging as the top-performing major global index. Despite a stronger yen, domestically focused stocks are leading gains, signaling resilient internal demand. Technically, the uptrend remains intact above 56,990, with upside targets toward 60,000 as momentum indicators continue to support further near-term strength.
by Kelvin Wong
NFP Preview: Benchmark revisions, fate of the March rate cut & implications for the DXY and Dow Jones
The delayed January 2026 NFP report, set for release on February 11, is a high-stakes event. It includes annual benchmark revisions to 2025 data, which could increase pressure for a March Fed rate cut if revised sharply downward. We analyze the implications for the Fed's next move, the DXY's test of support, and the 'good news is bad news' paradox facing the Dow Jones. The pending transition to the Warsh era adds further complexity to the outlook.
by Zain Vawda
Rout in the US Dollar – A warning for Non-Farm Payrolls?
US Dollar and Market outlook – The Greenback slides as dovish NFP bets rise, but bonds remain flat. We analyze the impact of Takaichi’s Japan victory, China’s 15th month of Gold buying, and why this drop to 96.50 support may be a mean-reversion trap ahead of Retail Sales. Checking the key charts of the session
by Elior Manier
Market reacts to Japanese election results, BoJ & the week ahead
Join OANDA Senior Market Analyst Kelvin Wong and podcast host Jonny Hart as they discuss the latest on financial markets. In today's episode, we discuss the market reaction to a "super majority" for Sanae Takaichi in the Japanese elections, as well as a once-delayed US NFP report expected this Friday.
by Christian Norman
Chart alert: USD/JPY rebound fades as intervention fears signal renewed downside risk below 157.50
USD/JPY’s rebound has stalled after failing to hold above 157.50, raising the risk of a renewed bearish reversal. Despite Japan’s ruling coalition securing a supermajority, the expected yen sell-off faded quickly as intervention fears resurfaced. With bearish engulfing signals and weakening momentum, a break below 156.36 could reopen downside toward the 155.66–153.85 support zone.
by Kelvin Wong
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