Indices: all news & analysis

Stay informed and discover valuable opportunities with our dedicated Indices page. Here, you’ll find timely updates on major stock market indices, including insightful price action analysis, emerging trends, and expert forecasts. We give the latest news on economic data releases, geopolitical developments, and market sentiment that influences index performance. Whether you're a day trader or a long-term investor, our news page serves as an essential resource for enhancing your knowledge and making thoughtful investment decisions in the dynamic world of stock market indices.

Markets Today: Shares Rebound on US Rate Cut Bets, FTSE 100 Eyes Gains
Global stocks rally as US rate cut hopes grow, despite lingering policy doubts. Strong US earnings reports boost Wall Street. European shares rebound, while FTSE 100 eyes gains. Gold holds steady on rate cut bets, oil slides after OPEC+ output hike. Economic data light. FTSE 100 technical analysis discussed.
by Zain Vawda
Dow Jones Tumbles: Wall Street Indexes Slide, Dow Hits One-Month Lows, Down 1.4%
Wall Street's main indexes plummeted today, with the Dow hitting a one-month low, down 1.4%. New U.S. tariffs, disappointing Amazon earnings, and a weaker jobs report fueled investor caution. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq also reached over two-month lows, and the "fear gauge" volatility index surged. Tech and consumer discretionary stocks led the decline.
by Zain Vawda
Major NFP disappointment combined with sharp downward revisions
Crucial Non-Farm Payrolls report, showing a consequent miss. With just 73K jobs added vs 110K expected and a brutal downward revision for the prior month, risk assets are selling off sharply. The VIX surging, bonds and gold ralling, and traders now price in greater odds of a Fed rate cut in September.
by Elior Manier
Markets Today: Switzerland Hit with 39% Tariff, Global Stocks Slide, FTSE 100 Eyes Support at 100-day MA. NFP Up Next
Today's market update: Switzerland hit with a 39% tariff, causing global stocks to slide. The FTSE 100 is eyeing support at its 100-day moving average. Investors are keenly awaiting the upcoming Non-Farm Payrolls (NFP) data for further market direction. Asian markets are experiencing their worst week since April due to new US tariffs. European markets remain steady.
by Zain Vawda
August Non-Farm Payrolls preview
Tomorrow, August 1st will see the release of the much anticipated August NFP report (publishing July Labor data) – Expect a lot of volatility. Dive into August trends for the economic release, current US Dollar pricing and more details on why NFP is so important.
by Elior Manier
Apple (AAPL) Technical: Toppish below 200-day MA as underperformance persists
Apple (AAPL) has struggled since its December 2024 all-time high, underperforming its “Magnificent 7” peers with a year-to-date loss of 12% as of 28 July 2025. Despite the initial boost from its Apple Intelligence reveal, the lack of clarity around its AI strategy and market positioning has weakened investor confidence. Bearish technical signals below the 200-day moving average suggest continued downside risk in the medium term.
by Kelvin Wong
Meta Platforms (META) Technical: At risk of shaping corrective decline within major uptrend
Meta Platforms has gained 39.12% since the 7 April 2025 market low, closely tracking the “Magnificent 7.” Ahead of its Q2 earnings on 30 July, analysts expect EPS to rise to $5.88 from $5.16 a year ago. However, technical indicators suggest the stock may face a corrective pullback, with key resistance at $747.90 and support at $680.50. A break below this level may signal further downside toward $620.55 amid weakening momentum.
by Kelvin Wong
Microsoft (MSFT) Technical: Bullish trend remains intact above 20-day moving average
Microsoft remains in a medium-term uptrend, gaining 43.48% from its 7 April low through 28 July 2025. It trades above its 50-day moving average and within an ascending channel, with key support at $486.00. Investors await Microsoft’s Q2 earnings on 30 July, with EPS expected at $3.38 vs. $2.95 a year ago. A breakout above $539.55 may extend gains, while a drop below $486.00 could trigger a correction toward $456.20 before $437.00.
by Kelvin Wong
Microsoft (MSFT) Earnings Preview: AI, Azure, and Outlook
Preview Microsoft's Q4 FY25 earnings report. Explore expectations for AI, Azure growth, and the personal computing segment. Understand key financial metrics, potential market reactions, and the impact of external factors like tariffs. Get insights into Microsoft's forward outlook, including AI monetization strategies and partner network expansion.
by Zain Vawda
Asia midday: Nasdaq 100 outperformed, Nikkei 225 pull-back hit key support (Chart of the day)
The US dollar surged to a near two-month high after an imbalanced US-EU trade deal sparked a sharp reversal in the euro, making it the worst-performing major currency. While US tech stocks extended gains—led by Nvidia—most Asia-Pacific markets declined amid dollar strength. Japan’s Nikkei 225 and Hong Kong’s Hang Seng Index fell, while gold rebounded slightly after four days of losses, supported by a pause in the greenback’s rally.
by Kelvin Wong
S&P 500 Technicals & Sentiment: What to Expect This Week
The S&P 500 and Nasdaq hit record highs, driven by a new US-EU trade deal and anticipated Magnificent 7 earnings. This week features major tech earnings, a Fed meeting, and tariff deadlines, testing the market's sustainability. Analysts expect strong Q2 earnings growth, though concerns linger about market reliance on a few tech giants. Technical analysis and sentiment data suggest potential near-term upside.
by Zain Vawda
Asia midday: Global markets mixed as US-EU trade deal lifts Wall Street, JPY slides further, CHF/JPY (Chart of the day)
Asian markets posted mixed performance following Wall Street’s rally on US-EU trade deal optimism. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 futures extended gains, while Japan’s Nikkei 225 fell amid political uncertainty. A new 15% tariff agreement between the US and EU eased trade tensions, supporting risk sentiment. Meanwhile, the Hang Seng rebounded, but Singapore’s STI saw profit-taking. Gold edged higher, and the US dollar stabilized ahead of the upcoming Fed meeting.
by Kelvin Wong
Is the S&P 500 losing steam?
S&P 500 Technical Analysis as the index start to show some small signs of exhaustion – providing some level of interests and fundamental context to the ongoing uptrend.
by Elior Manier
Asia midday: Asia stock markets pull back as USD rebounds, Hang Seng Index (Chart of the day)
Global equities paused after a seven-day rally as Asia markets retreated from recent highs. The Dow Jones Industrial Average and Russell 2000 fell, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 hit fresh records, led by tech giants. Asia's Hang Seng and Nikkei dropped 0.9%, while Singapore's STI saw profit-taking. A firmer US dollar and overbought conditions weighed on sentiment. Gold slid for a third session, nearing key support, as the USD rebound pressured commodities and risk assets.
by Kelvin Wong
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