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 tread carefully as US indices consolidate after Powell's speech

After Friday’s euphoric rally, markets are reassessing Powell’s Jackson Hole remarks with a more cautious tone. Still, US indices show resilience: the Dow Jones holding above its ATH, the S&P 500 is retesting records, and the Nasdaq attempts to reclaim its upward channel. We analyze intraday levels for all US Stock indices to gauge levels for upcoming moves

26-08-2025 14:54 GMT by Elior Manier

Markets Today: Trump's FED Battle Intensifies, French Stocks Slide on Political Risk, DAX Finds Support at 50-Day MA

A detailed market update covering Trump's intensifying battle with the Fed, the slide in French stocks due to political risk, and the DAX finding support. Also includes insights on Asian markets, currency movements, oil and gold prices, and key economic data releases

26-08-2025 09:58 GMT by Zain Vawda

Dow Jones intraday levels to watch as the week kicks off

US stocks remain resilient after last week’s dovish Powell boost, with the Dow Jones holding above prior all-time highs. The US 30 outlook looks favorable compared to other US indices: the Nasdaq is testing its upward channel, while the S&P 500 forms a double top. As earnings season winds down and Nvidia’s results loom, markets weigh consolidation against a potential deeper retracement – Check up intraday levels for the Dow Jones.

25-08-2025 15:02 GMT by Elior Manier

Markets Weekly Outlook - Fed Chair Pivot Ignites Rally Ahead of US PCE and Japanese Inflation Data

Wall Street surges as Fed Chair Powell signals potential rate cut. Focus shifts to upcoming US PCE and Japanese inflation data. This weekly outlook examines market reactions and key economic releases ahead

22-08-2025 20:35 GMT by Zain Vawda

Dow Jones new all-time highs! Market reactions to FED Chair Powell's Jackson Hole speech

Discover the Market reactions to the Powell speech – Everything is rallying from a dovish interpretation of his Jackson Hole Symposium address.

22-08-2025 16:14 GMT by Elior Manier

Germany’s economy slows in Q2 2025

Germany’s GDP fell 0.3% q/q in Q2 2025 (0.2 pp below the flash); y/y: –0.2% unadjusted, +0.2% calendar-adjusted. Previous quarters: +0.3% (Q1 2025), +0.2% (Q4 2024). Destatis’ annual revision altered earlier quarters by –0.7 to +0.6 pp.

22-08-2025 15:42 GMT by Krzysztof Kamiński

Markets Today: German Economy Shrinks, Japan Inflation Hits 8-Month Low. All Eyes on Jackson Hole and Fed Chair Powell

German economy shrinks, Japan inflation drops. All eyes on Jackson Hole symposium, Fed Chair Powell's speech, and the future of monetary policy. Dive into Asian and European market performance, key economic data, and expert analysis.

22-08-2025 11:08 GMT by Zain Vawda

Nikkei 225 Technical: A potential bullish reversal looms after a 4% decline as market breadth improves with earnings upgrade

The Japan 225 CFD Index surged to a record high of 43,943 on 18 Aug before pulling back 4% to 42,330, with signs pointing to a minor correction within its broader uptrend. Key support lies at 42,000/41,760, where technicals and improving market breadth suggest a potential bullish reversal. Analysts continue to upgrade Japanese corporate earnings, reinforcing the medium-term bullish bias while traders eye resistances at 43,470 and 44,050/44,110.

22-08-2025 05:38 GMT by Kelvin Wong

ISM manufacturing PMIs lift US stocks from another bearish open – intraday levels for Dow Jones, S&P 500 and Nasdaq

US stocks opened lower, with the Dow Jones, S&P 500, and Nasdaq all trying to retest yesterday’s end session rally levels. Stronger-than-expected ISM Manufacturing PMI (53.3 vs. 49.5) and upbeat Existing Home Sales (4.01M vs. 3.92M) are currently supporting sentiment. We turn to 1H charts for key levels on the Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq.

21-08-2025 15:30 GMT by Elior Manier

Nasdaq 100 Technical: Potential bullish reversal at 50-day moving average

The Nasdaq 100 staged a fresh record high at 23,936 before retreating 4.2% on valuation and AI bubble concerns. Despite the pullback, fundamentals and technicals suggest the broader uptrend remains intact, with EPS growth improving and valuations still below 2024 peaks. Key support sits at 22,960/22,945, with resistance at 23,420 and 23,660. Traders now await Fed Chair Powell’s Jackson Hole speech for cues on monetary policy and near-term market direction.

21-08-2025 10:36 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Markets Today: Euro PMI Hits 15-Month High, FTSE 100 Retreats From Fresh All-Time Highs, US PMI and Jackson Hole in Focus

Euro and UK PMIs hit new highs, while the FTSE 100 sees a slight retreat. Key focus remains on US PMI data, the unfolding Jackson Hole symposium, and the latest shifts in oil prices. Get the full scoop on Asian tech, European stocks, and currency dynamics.

21-08-2025 09:30 GMT by Zain Vawda

Nasdaq breaks 23,000, leads downside as US indices continue to slide

The Nasdaq selloff is deepening, with the index extending Monday’s sharp losses as overbought conditions and extreme positioning finally catch up to the tech sector. After weeks of relentless all-time highs, profit-taking and shifting market flows suggest a potential trend reversal may be brewing. This article reviews the technical setup, positioning data, and broader macro themes driving the move.

20-08-2025 14:58 GMT by Elior Manier

Markets Today: UK Inflation Hits 18-Month Highs, RBNZ Deliver Dovish Rate Cut, Tech Stocks Drag Indices Lower

UK inflation soars to 18-month highs, RBNZ delivers a dovish rate cut, and tech stocks face a downturn. Delve into how gold, oil, and European shares are reacting to these significant economic developments and geopolitical updates.

20-08-2025 09:37 GMT by Zain Vawda

The Dow Jones racing to new all-time highs on continued index rebalancing flows

Tech earnings triggered profit-taking in the Nasdaq after months of new highs, while the Dow Jones opened strong. With the Nasdaq-to-Dow ratio near 2, flows suggest mean reversion as investors rotate into the US 30 and trim stretched tech exposure. Markets await clearer signals from geopolitics and the rate outlook to guide the next leg.

19-08-2025 14:43 GMT by Elior Manier

Markets Today: Russia-Ukraine Talks, Nikkei Retreats, FTSE 100 Eyes Gains. Canadian Inflation Ahead

Russia-Ukraine talks, Nikkei retreats, Canadian inflation upcoming, and FTSE 100 poised for gains. Gold hovers at $3340/oz. Trump meets Zelensky, discussing US security guarantees for Ukraine. European stocks open higher, while defense stocks dip. Key UK company news for Assura, IWG, Rio Tinto, Shell, and Shein. Oil steady, copper muted. Technical outlook for FTSE 100 .

19-08-2025 08:06 GMT by Zain Vawda

Nasdaq and tech sector open the week on cautious footing

Tech stocks and the Nasdaq are starting the week on a cautious note, while the Dow holds up better in futures. After weeks of outperformance, the dip in tech could be routine profit-taking—or the start of a broader shift as risk appetite cools. With Walmart, Target, and Home Depot earnings ahead, plus PPI data weighing on sentiment, traders are watching closely for signals of what’s next.

18-08-2025 13:54 GMT by Elior Manier

Gold (XAU/USD) Hovers at $3350/oz, Russia-Ukraine Developments in Focus

Gold prices rallied from an overnight low around the $3323/oz handle to a high of $3360/oz before settling around the $3350/oz mark. The precious metal looks set to continue its choppy price action at the start of a busy week. The recovery in Gold from the overnight low could in part be down to lower US Treasury Yields with the benchmark 10Y US Treasury yield falling from its recent highs.

18-08-2025 12:14 GMT by Zain Vawda

Dow Jones Technical: The laggard has started to play a bullish catch-up

The US Wall Street 30 CFD Index (proxy for Dow futures) extended its bullish upswing from the 1 Aug swing low of 43,335, surging 2.9% to a record intraday high of 45,283 on 15 Aug before closing at 45,032. With price action holding above key moving averages and momentum signals firm, the medium-term bias stays bullish above 44,420, targeting 45,660/45,730 and 46,180, supported by a steeper US yield curve.

18-08-2025 11:25 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Dow Jones (DJIA) Retreats from Fresh All-Time Highs. A Pause Before the Next Leg Higher?

Dow retreats from record highs. US retail sales up, manufacturing down. Global equity funds see inflows, boosted by lower inflation & trade truce. Technical analysis and client sentiment discussed.

15-08-2025 14:43 GMT by Zain Vawda

EUR/CHF Technical: Major bullish bottom supported by European stocks' outperformance

EUR/CHF has lagged EUR/USD in recent months, but technical signals point to a potential 1–3 week bullish catch-up. Trading above its 20-, 50-, and 200-day MAs, the cross may be in the second upleg of a year-long bottoming formation. RSI stays bullish above 50, and broader European equity outperformance could fuel further gains. Key support at 0.9360 with 0.9640 resistance to watch.

15-08-2025 08:46 GMT by Kelvin Wong

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