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Global markets swing on US–Iran war headlines as risk-on rally falters – a cross analysis on S&P 500, US Dollar Index, AUD/USD, and WTI crude

S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 remain volatile as conflicting US–Iran war headlines drive sharp reversals. The US Dollar Index stays supported, AUD/USD weakens, and WTI crude oil holds key support, signaling fragile sentiment and no confirmed risk-on trend.

25-03-2026 06:31 GMT by Kelvin Wong

AUD/USD: The technical squeeze between 0.6980 and 0.7070

AUD/USD remains under pressure after softer Australian CPI data (3.7%) failed to dispel RBA rate hike expectations. The pair is technically "coiled" between 0.6980 and 0.7070, with US Dollar moves and geopolitical sentiment driving near-term direction. We analyze the bearish and bullish breakout cases.

25-03-2026 02:32 GMT by Zain Vawda

Markets Today: Oil surges as Iran denial sours market sentiment, Japan inflation near 4-year lows. FTSE eyes 10000 psychological level

Geopolitical tensions return after Iran denies US talks, sending oil up 4% and Asian markets tumbling. European shares eye a lower open as the dollar strengthens on safe-haven demand and diminished rate-cut hopes. Meanwhile, Japan's core inflation cools below the 2% target for the first time in four years.

24-03-2026 07:45 GMT by Zain Vawda

USD/CAD: Cautiously bullish, waiting for a decisive break above 1.3730

The USD/CAD pair had a volatile day driven by geopolitical shifts (Trump/Iran) and a massive drop in crude oil, which offset USD weakness. This analysis breaks down the pair's rotational pattern near 1.3715, explores future drivers like Fed remarks and trade tariffs, and offers a cautiously bullish technical outlook targeting 1.3800.

23-03-2026 21:38 GMT by Zain Vawda

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Global liquidity squeeze, HSI sharply lower on Trump ultimatum & the week ahead

We join OANDA Senior Market Analyst Kelvin Wong and podcast host Jonny Hart in today’s episode, recapping today’s Asia session after Trump’s ultimatum to Iran regarding the Strait of Hormuz. Otherwise, we also look ahead to this week’s trading, with particular focus on upcoming PMI and inflation data.

23-03-2026 16:47 GMT by Christian Norman

Crazy swings all across Markets as US-Iran talks pick up: Gold grazes $4,000, WTI to $90 – Market Check

Market Update: WTI drops 10% to ~ $90 and Brent falls below $100 as renewed US-Iran talks cool market tensions. Gold rebounds to the $4,400 momentum level following a severe 25% correction driven by inflation fears. Explore a detailed Market check of the latest flows and opportunities around all asset classes.

23-03-2026 16:04 GMT by Elior Manier

Farewell, Rate Cuts – Markets Weekly Outlook

A week ahead preview: A wave of Market repricings are taking traders by surprise, with Bonds and Metals not appreciating a single part of this. 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)

20-03-2026 20:02 GMT by Elior Manier

USD strength vs Euro vulnerability: What’s next for the EUR/USD pair?

EUR/USD tests key level (1.1578) as the ECB's hawkish stance battles downside risks from Middle East conflict and spiking energy costs. The article analyzes the "April Hike" wildcard, NFP volatility, and critical technical levels. Outlook is split between technical recovery and fundamental risks.

20-03-2026 15:58 GMT by Zain Vawda

Chart alert: Watch 157.40 on USD/JPY, hawkish BoJ, ECB and BoE ignite yen strength

USD/JPY weakens as hawkish signals from the European Central Bank and Bank of England offset Fed expectations, while a firmer tone from the Bank of Japan supports yen strength. A break below 157.40 could trigger further downside toward key support levels.

20-03-2026 08:58 GMT by Kelvin Wong

The US Dollar dives after the FOMC, long-term reversal incoming? – Dollar Index (DXY) outlook

US Dollar (DXY) update: The Petrodollar rally stalls at the top of its July 2025 range as Jerome Powell pushes against further rate hikes during the FOMC meeting. With the Greenback tumbling and its correlation to sideways WTI Crude weakening, a large correction looms. Explore an in-depth technical analysis of the currency.

19-03-2026 19:21 GMT by Elior Manier

A look around Markets in a scary post-FOMC morning – Market Outlook

The March FOMC created a vacuum in Markets, pulling down Equity Indexes, Cryptos, Metals and general sentiment. Explore reactions from this morning's Post-FOMC Market bloodshed.

19-03-2026 14:39 GMT by Elior Manier

Bank of England leaves interest rates unchanged as war and rising energy prices complicate inflation fight

The Bank of England kept rates unchanged at 3.75% as war in the Middle East and rising energy prices cloud the inflation outlook and complicate the path for UK monetary policy.

19-03-2026 12:59 GMT by Krzysztof Kamiński

Markets Today: European Gas futures soar 25%, Brent hits $119/barrel. Central bank pressure heats up as ECB meeting looms

Middle East tensions cause European markets to slide as gas and oil prices soar. Central banks like the ECB and BoE are now expected to implement rate hikes to combat energy-driven inflation, abandoning prior rate cut forecasts. The report also details FX market reactions and provides technical analysis on the FTSE 100.

19-03-2026 11:50 GMT by Zain Vawda

FOMC pauses rates yet again, Dollar explodes – Economic Projections and (Updated) Market Reactions

The Fed is holding rates steady at 3.50%-3.75% Market reactions: The US Dollar is exploding higher. and hurting the rest of the Market, Particularly Metals and Stocks

18-03-2026 18:00 GMT by Elior Manier

Morning Market Check – Energy infrastructures attacked in Iran, Bank of Canada holds rates, & US PPI

Bank of Canada holds rates, WTI Crude Oil explodes higher and PPI marks yet another increase – Check out morning reactions and a few key charts ahead of today's FOMC event.

18-03-2026 14:28 GMT by Elior Manier

Gold (XAU/USD) price slides 3.3%. Is Gold offering a discount or facing freefall heading into FOMC?

Gold (XAU/USD) slides 2.3%, aggressively testing the $5,000 psychological support ahead of the FOMC meeting. Will a hawkish Fed trigger a freefall, or is this a discount opportunity?

18-03-2026 12:45 GMT by Zain Vawda

BoJ meeting preview: Balancing act between growth and inflation as USD/JPY approaches 159.45/161.95 key intervention risk zone

The Bank of Japan is expected to hold rates at 0.75% as it navigates stagflation risks driven by the US–Iran war 2026. Despite weak sentiment reflected in the Nikkei 225, rising wages support a tightening bias. Meanwhile, USD/JPY trades near the 159.45–161.95 intervention zone, keeping markets on edge.

18-03-2026 11:11 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Markets Today: European shares rally as Oil retreats; All eyes on FOMC's 'hawkish hold'

European shares extend their recovery on easing oil prices and stronger global sentiment. The US dollar weakens, while other major currencies gain. Focus shifts to the upcoming FOMC meeting, where a 'hawkish hold' is anticipated, possibly adjusting 'Dot Plot' projections to zero rate cuts for 2026. Technical analysis suggests a downside tilt for the FTSE 100

18-03-2026 09:35 GMT by Zain Vawda

USD/JPY Conundrum: Intervention risk looms as central banks meet (Fed-BoJ double-header)

USD/JPY nears 160.00 amid a high-stakes "central bank double-header." This analysis details the Fed and BoJ's upcoming decisions, potential rate impacts, and key scenarios that could trigger FX intervention by the Japanese Ministry of Finance this week.

18-03-2026 00:13 GMT by Zain Vawda

Technical levels for major FX pairs ahead of the FOMC

FX Markets aggressively mean-reverted since the last FOMC, with the ongoing War largely changing the Market picture Get access to trading levels for each Major pair ahead of tomorrow's Meeting. EUR/USD, USD/CAD, USD/CHF, AUD/USD, GBP/USD and more.

17-03-2026 20:23 GMT by Elior Manier

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