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Non-Farm Payrolls for March large beat on expectations! Markets closed for Good Friday

March NFP Update: The US labor market delivers a massive surprise with +178K jobs added against 60K expectations, pushing the unemployment rate down to 4.3%. While US cash markets remain closed for Good Friday, stock futures and bonds sell off as the robust data further erases hopes for rate cuts. Explore an analysis of the shortened holiday session.

03-04-2026 13:32 GMT by Elior Manier

NFP Preview: Can the labor market withstand the "Stagflation" Storm? Implications for the DXY & Dow Jones

NFP Preview: Can the labor market withstand the "Stagflation" storm? Geopolitical oil shocks are reigniting inflation, trapping the Fed between fighting rising energy prices and a cooling jobs market. Get consensus forecasts for the March employment report (NFP, wages, unemployment) and scenario-based reactions for the DXY and Dow Jones.

02-04-2026 16:11 GMT by Zain Vawda

The April's Fool joke is over for Markets – A look around assets in the morning chaos

Market volatility surges as President Trump’s White House address reignites fears of a Middle East ground operation. WTI Crude spiked 14% overnight to $114, triggering a massive downturn in global assets and sending the Dow Jones into a potential bull trap below 47,000. Explore an intraday Market check ahead of the long holiday weekend.

02-04-2026 14:52 GMT by Elior Manier

Euro area inflation rises on energy shock, core trends stay limited

Euro area inflation rose to 2.5% mainly due to higher energy prices driven by tensions in Iran, while core inflation remained subdued. Price pressures have not broadly spread across the economy, but second-round effects may emerge over time. The European Central Bank is likely to respond cautiously, with limited need for aggressive rate hikes.

02-04-2026 12:50 GMT by Łukasz Zembik

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Markets Today: Oil surges 8% & stocks retreat as Trump keeps investors guessing, FED speakers & NFP ahead

Global markets face a sharp risk-off pivot as US-Iran geopolitical risks dominate. Oil surges past $100, fueling inflation fears, while stocks, gold, and major currencies retreat. Attention now turns to Fed speakers and the critical NFP report

02-04-2026 09:37 GMT by Zain Vawda

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Chart alert: Risk off after Trump’s speech - intraday outlook on S&P 500, Nasdaq 100, AUD/USD, Gold (XAU/USD), and WTI crude oil

Global markets have shifted back into risk-off mode after Trump’s hawkish stance on Iran dampened de-escalation hopes. Equities and AUD/USD weakened as bearish momentum resumed, while the US dollar strengthened. WTI crude oil surged above $102.25, supported by supply concerns, but gold’s recent rally shows signs of exhaustion. Technical signals suggest further downside risks for risk assets unless key resistance levels are reclaimed.

02-04-2026 05:02 GMT by Kelvin Wong

USD/JPY faces major technical pressure from bearish RSI divergence - In-depth FX analysis

USD/JPY Technical Analysis: USD/JPY edges lower from weekly highs as the Petrodollar demand fades and President Trump signals a wind-down of hostilities. With Japan’s energy dependency driving recent Yen weakness, all eyes turn to the Bank of Japan’s April 28th meeting, where a rate hike to 1% remains heavily priced. Explore a multi-timeframe analysis of the currency pair.

01-04-2026 19:57 GMT by Elior Manier

Investors rush in hope that War resolution isn't an April Fool's – North American Mid-Week Market Update

Mid-Week update for North-American Markets – The narrative has changed for Markets, easing risk-sentiment for Stock Indexes and dragging both the US Dollar and Canadian Dollar. 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.

01-04-2026 14:51 GMT by Elior Manier

Euro comes out swinging: Can the "Trump Reversal" sustain EUR/USD's upside bias?

EUR/USD has surged towards 1.1600 due to "war optimism" following US President Donald Trump's comments and the hawkish stance of the ECB, which has created a yield differential favoring the Euro. The "Trump Reversal" seems to hold the key.

01-04-2026 12:43 GMT by Zain Vawda

Gold (XAU/USD) rallies 3%, eyes acceptance above the $4600/oz handle for bullish momentum to continue

Gold (XAU/USD) is showing a technical recovery, breaking $4,600/oz as escalating Middle East tensions and a shifting correlation with rising Oil prices boost the "inflation hedge" narrative. Will the bullish momentum continue?

31-03-2026 17:12 GMT by Zain Vawda

USD Double Top as Markets slowly price end of War – US Dollar Index (DXY) outlook

US Dollar (DXY) update: The Greenback tests the upper extremes of its 95.50–100.50 range, forming a potential triple top as war-driven demand shows signs of exhaustion. With the Trump administration weighing an end to Middle East operations and crude oil dictating flow, timing a reversal remains a high-stakes task for traders. Explore an in-depth technical analysis of the DXY.

31-03-2026 14:30 GMT by Elior Manier

Markets Today: China factory activity surges, French inflation jumps, FTSE 100 eyes further gain as data releases lie ahead

Global markets are defined by volatility and geopolitical tension. Japanese stocks face steep monthly losses due to Middle East fears, but a China manufacturing boom offers hope. Commodities are active: Brent Crude shows extreme strength, while Gold is poised for its worst month in 17 years. The US Dollar surges as a safe-haven, and the FTSE 100 eyes a short-term technical rally.

31-03-2026 06:48 GMT by Zain Vawda

Chart alert: AUD/USD downtrend remains intact below 0.6910 despite Trump’s Iran war exit remarks

AUD/USD remains in a firm downtrend below 0.6910 despite earlier support from a hawkish RBA. The pair has reversed sharply from recent highs as rising stagflation risks and oil-driven macro uncertainty weigh on global risk sentiment. Increasing correlation with equities suggests further downside if markets weaken. A break below 0.6838 could expose 0.6710, while a move above 0.6910 may trigger a rebound.

31-03-2026 06:33 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Is the War really reaching its end? Assets bounce despite Oil rally – Market Check

Global Assets update: Market correlations shift as US-Iran negotiations ease geopolitical angst despite Brent Crude stalling above $110. While the US Dollar tests a critical 100.60 breakout and markets price in an imminent JPY intervention, falling yields offer relief to Equities and Metals. Explore a technical analysis of the markets.

30-03-2026 18:51 GMT by Elior Manier

Markets Today: Geopolitical premium drives markets, focus shifts to Fed and US jobs report

Middle East conflict drives global market volatility. Asian stocks slide and Euro Area sentiment tumbles on inflation fears. Oil surges toward a record gain, while Gold falls sharply, overshadowed by the rampant US Dollar's rise to near 10-month highs. US labor data and Fed Chair Powell's comments are key next catalysts.

30-03-2026 10:22 GMT by Zain Vawda

US: Inflation is rising, the Fed is waiting, and forecasts are getting weaker

U.S. economy faces growing pressure as inflation rises, energy prices surge, and economists cut growth forecasts. Higher fuel costs, weaker consumer spending, and a softer labor market are increasing concerns about the country’s economic resilience.

27-03-2026 18:07 GMT by Krzysztof Kamiński

Markets Weekly Outlook - Middle East uncertainty to dominate ahead of jobs report, Nasdaq 100 at 6-month lows

The Weekly Outlook details how Middle East uncertainty and oil supply crises drove the Nasdaq into correction territory and pushed the VIX to fever pitch. It examines the dollar's surge and key movements in oil and gold. Plus, a look ahead at the crucial US Jobs Report, Eurozone inflation data, and central bank pressures.

27-03-2026 17:58 GMT by Zain Vawda

Markets Today: Risk-Off sentiment supports the Dollar as US consumer sentiment data lies ahead

Global markets react to Middle East tensions, supporting a strong US Dollar amidst 'higher-for-longer' energy price expectations and potential US rate hikes. European and Asian indices are mixed, though oil prices cooled slightly. UK retail sales fell less than expected. Investors are focused on US consumer sentiment data, specifically inflation expectations, to gauge future Fed policy

27-03-2026 09:23 GMT by Zain Vawda

Chart alert: EUR/USD found support above 1.1495, potential push up towards “Expanding Wedge” range resistance

EUR/USD is stabilising above the key 1.1495 support as fading US dollar momentum and a hawkish European Central Bank outlook drive potential upside. The US Dollar Index remains capped near resistance, while narrowing discount yield spreads favour the euro. A break above 1.1573 could trigger a rebound toward 1.1635 and 1.1673, but downside risks remain if support fails, exposing 1.1455 and 1.1400 in the near term.

27-03-2026 06:36 GMT by Kelvin Wong

GBP/USD Chart Alert: Bull flag pattern in play ahead of retail sales data

Technical analysis on GBP/USD shows a bull flag pattern with potential for a 100-pip rally, but the pair remains pressured by USD strength fueled by Middle East ceasefire strains and caution following President Trump's delay of Iran's energy plant destruction. The price must clear the 100 and 200 SMAs for a breakout. Traders also await UK retail sales data.

26-03-2026 22:54 GMT by Zain Vawda

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