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.

Asia midday: Asian stocks rise on AI optimism, US-EU trade hopes, EUR/GBP (Chart of the day) bullish trend intact as ECB looms

US futures edged higher in Asia on Thursday, lifted by AI optimism and improving US-EU trade talks. Tesla fell 4.4% post-earnings miss, while Alphabet rose 1.7% on strong AI-driven results. Wall Street hit new highs, with the Dow nearing its record. Asian markets followed suit—Japan's Nikkei surged 1.7%, STI extended its record streak. Meanwhile, the yen strengthened and gold slid further toward key support as traders await the ECB's policy signals.

24-07-2025 07:09 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Alphabet (GOOGL) Earnings Preview: Cloud and AI Drive Growth

Preview Alphabet's (GOOGL) Q2 2025 earnings. Discover key insights into Google's advertising performance, robust cloud growth, significant AI investments in Gemini models and data centers, and the impact of increasing antitrust scrutiny. Essential reading for investors and tech enthusiasts

23-07-2025 15:29 GMT by Zain Vawda

Tesla Q2 2025 Earnings Preview: What to Expect

We take a look at the Q2 2025 earnings preview for Tesla, detailing expected revenue, EPS, and automotive margins. We explores challenges like lower deliveries, tariffs, and trade policy impacts, while also highlighting key areas such as autonomous driving, robotics, and new battery technologies. Includes technical analysis and a forward outlook for the company.

23-07-2025 14:42 GMT by Zain Vawda

Dow Jones rebalancing continues after US-Japan Trade Deal

Dow Jones intraday chart analysis and comparative performance with the Nasdaq amid rebalancing flows. In the waiting of key earnings, technical levels to hold closely in check.

23-07-2025 14:34 GMT by Elior Manier

Markets Today: FTSE 100 Hits Record High Amid European Market Surge, Tesla & Alphabet Earnings Ahead

European stocks rallied over 1% on Wednesday, driven by hopes of a US-EU trade deal. The STOXX 600 index climbed 1.1%, and the UK’s FTSE 100 hit a record high. Carmaker shares surged, with Temenos jumping 18.1% after raising its earnings forecast. UniCredit and Lonza also saw gains, while Nokia and ASM International dropped. Gold prices rose.

23-07-2025 09:59 GMT by Zain Vawda

Asia midday: Asia stocks rally on US-Japan trade deal; Nikkei hits 12-month high, WTI extends decline (Chart of the day)

Asia-Pacific markets rallied as optimism over a new US-Japan trade deal lifted sentiment. The Nikkei 225 surged 3.7% to a 12-month high, while the Hang Seng and Singapore STI extended gains. The US dollar traded mixed, with risk-on currencies like the Kiwi and Aussie rising. Gold eased 0.2% after hitting a 5-week high, pressured by profit-taking and reduced safe-haven demand. Oil prices slipped for a fourth day, with WTI nearing key support at US$65.20 amid weak demand signals.

23-07-2025 07:34 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Stock market today: Dow trades rangebound at $44500 midway through Q2 earnings season

Trading at around ~$44,500 deep into the New York session, the Dow Jones 30 (DJIA) remains relatively unchanged in today’s trading, up +0.22%, and looks for direction midway through earnings season.

22-07-2025 19:00 GMT by Christian Norman

Nasdaq slips on profit taking as markets await key Tech earnings

Nasdaq multi-timeframe analysis after this morning's profti-taking corrective move – Taking a look at levels of interest to prepare for the upcoming key Tech Earnings.

22-07-2025 15:30 GMT by Elior Manier

Gold's (XAU/USD) Price Forecast: Will Gold Gain Acceptance Above the $3400/oz Handle?

Gold eyes acceptance above the $3400/oz handle as trade tensions and a struggling USD create upward pressure. Technical analysis shows potential for further gains if key levels hold. Client sentiment is indecisive.

22-07-2025 13:00 GMT by Zain Vawda

Markets Today: Tariffs and Earnings Drive Markets as the FTSE 100 Trades Above 9000

European markets open cautiously amid Q2 earnings and looming August 1 tariff deadline. The FTSE 100 trades above 9000 as investors eye corporate profits, trade talks, and currency impacts, while gold and oil prices react to global uncertainty.

22-07-2025 07:52 GMT by Zain Vawda

Asia midday: Asia markets mixed as US tariff fears mount; Singapore 30 (Chart of the day)

Asia-Pacific markets saw mixed action as investors locked in profits ahead of key risk events. Singapore's STI snapped its winning streak, Japan's Nikkei slipped despite early gains, while Hong Kong’s Hang Seng held firm. The US dollar steadied after recent losses, Gold (XAU/USD) hit a 5-week high before easing on overbought signals, and WTI crude extended losses amid demand concerns. All eyes now turn to Fed Chair Powell’s speech for fresh policy cues.

22-07-2025 07:21 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Dow Jones intraday update – US Indices rally to start the week

The Dow Jones regains what it lost on Friday in the ongoing bull-session, marking levels of interest as the Industrial Index still looks to play catch up with his Nasdaq and S&P 500 peers, making-daily all-time highs. Technical Analysis and intraday levels for the US 30

21-07-2025 15:48 GMT by Elior Manier

Markets Today: Japan Election Results Add to Yen Uncertainty, Earnings Season Continues and FTSE 100 Hovers at 9000

Gain insights into Japan's election results, the ongoing earnings season, and the FTSE 100's position at 9000. Understand the uncertainty surrounding the yen and the anticipation of a US-EU trade deal.

21-07-2025 08:51 GMT by Zain Vawda

Asia midday: Singapore stocks hit record high, Gold (Chart of the day) bullish momentum building up

Singapore’s Straits Times Index led Asia’s gains, breaking above the 4,200 mark to hit a fresh record high. The Japanese yen rebounded after the ruling coalition lost its Upper House majority, while dovish Fed comments weighed on the US dollar. Gold rose for a second session, buoyed by the softer greenback.

21-07-2025 07:01 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Markets Today: German PPI Falls Most in 9 Months, European Stocks Rise and DAX Eyes Fresh ATH

Global markets see European stocks rise as German PPI falls, with the DAX eyeing new highs. Asian markets gain on AI optimism, while the dollar and cryptocurrencies strengthen. Analyst insights and key economic data releases discussed.

18-07-2025 09:21 GMT by Zain Vawda

Nikkei 225 Forecast: Start of new medium-term bullish trend amid rising JGB yields

Japan’s Nikkei 225 surged 34% from April to June 2025, outperforming global peers despite US tariffs. While rising 30-year JGB yields sparked a recent 4.2% pullback, strong economic surprises and earnings upgrades continue to support a bullish outlook. Technical charts also point to a potential breakout, with key resistance at 40,620 and 42,500/890. However, fiscal concerns ahead of Japan’s 20 July election may pose near-term headwinds.

18-07-2025 03:49 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Dow Jones intraday update – Earnings and Powell's relief

The Dow Jones finds support near 44,000 amid easing bearish pressure and better than expected Retail Sales. As geopolitics and policy noise cool down and earnings impress, we break down short-term Dow trends and setups after key US data surprises to the upside.

17-07-2025 15:27 GMT by Elior Manier

Markets Today: Citi Upgrade China Equities, TSMC Profits Surge 60%, UK Wage Growth Slow and the DAX Consolidates

Citi upgrades China equities, TSMC reports surging profits, UK wage growth slows, and the DAX shows consolidation. We cover the Asian session and European market open, economic data, currency movements, and a technical analysis of the DAX index.

17-07-2025 10:46 GMT by Zain Vawda

S&P 500, Dow Jones Advance as Trump Clears the Air on Powell Firing, Netflix, TSM Earnings Preview

US stocks whipsawed on Trump's comments about Powell, while Netflix and TSM gear up to release Q2 earnings. We delve into technical outlooks for the Dow Jones and S&P 500, analyzing potential triple-top patterns and key support/resistance levels.

16-07-2025 17:50 GMT by Zain Vawda

Asia midday: Asia stocks resilient, Gold rebounds, Nasdaq 100 at risk of bearish reversal (Chart of the day)

US stocks fell on 15 July as inflation concerns resurfaced, dragging the S&P 500 down 0.4%. The Dow slumped 1%, while only the Nasdaq 100 eked out a 0.1% gain, boosted by Nvidia. Tariff-driven price increases and reduced Fed rate cut bets lifted the US dollar to a 3-week high. Meanwhile, Asian markets remained resilient, with Hong Kong and Singapore equities extending gains. Gold rebounded 0.5% in Asia after holding key support at its 50-day moving average.

16-07-2025 07:39 GMT by Kelvin Wong

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