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.

US: Lack of Labor Market Data Due to Government Shutdown – Investors Seek Alternative Indicators

The U.S. government shutdown has blocked access to crucial labor data, forcing investors and the Fed to rely on less reliable private indicators. These suggest a gradual slowdown in job growth rather than a sharp decline, implying that the Fed may act cautiously in future monetary decisions.

17-10-2025 13:00 GMT by Łukasz Zembik

Markets Today: Bitcoin Hits 3-Month Lows, Gold Eyes Biggest Weekly Gain in 5 Years on US Lender Concerns. FTSE 100 Finds Support

Global markets face turmoil as US lending concerns drive Bitcoin to lows and gold to a five-year high. European stocks decline, oil prices fall on supply worries, and central banks hint at rate changes amid ongoing political and economic uncertainties.

17-10-2025 09:27 GMT by Zain Vawda

Stock market today: Dow Jones 30 (DJIA) edges higher to $46428, erasing Friday’s losses

Recently suffering a loss of 2.50% only six days ago, the Dow Jones 30 edges 0.22% in today’s session, erasing losses from Friday’s trading. Trading around ~$46,428, the Dow Jones now looks for support to continue the recent rally, albeit currently lagging behind its US equity counterparts. What’s next?

16-10-2025 15:27 GMT by Christian Norman

Markets Today: UK GDP Up 0.1% in August, Gold & Oil Advance, FTSE Breaks Below 100-Day MA. Fed Speakers In Focus

Asian stocks advance, UK economy shows resilience with 0.1% GDP growth, and European markets see slight uptick. Nestle rallies on strong sales, while Pernod Ricard and Whitbread dip. US dollar weakens amid trade war concerns. Oil prices rise as Trump hints at tighter supply; gold hits record high. US-China trade relations and Fed speeches are key focus points.

16-10-2025 08:46 GMT by Zain Vawda

Trade war on pause, Powell dovish and Q3 banking earnings impress

In today’s episode, we discuss the rebound in US equity pricing, calming tensions between President Trump and President Xi, as well as discussing recent commentary from Fed Chair Jerome Powell, two weeks out from the October rate decision.

15-10-2025 18:03 GMT by Christian Norman

Markets Today: China CPI Struggles, Gold Breached $4200/oz & FTSE 100 Retreats. US Earnings & Central Bank Speakers Ahead

European stocks surge on luxury demand, Nikkei recovers from losses. Chinese CPI falls short of expectations, while gold prices reach a new all-time high. The article also covers US earnings, central bank speakers, and the Federal Reserve's "Beige Book" report, along with technical analysis of the FTSE 100

15-10-2025 08:03 GMT by Zain Vawda

Hang Seng Index: At inflection zone for bullish reversal, medium-term uptrend intact

The Hang Seng Index is approaching an inflection zone for a potential bullish reversal, with its medium-term uptrend intact. Despite a 9% pullback on renewed US-China trade tensions, improving China inflation data, led by rising core CPI and easing PPI declines, has reduced deflation risks. Technically, the Hong Kong 33 CFD Index holds above key support at 25,140, with bullish momentum targeting 26,935 and 27,500.

15-10-2025 06:31 GMT by Kelvin Wong

The Powell/TACO combo lifts Wall Street from early losses

North American markets started the week on shaky ground amid renewed US-China trade tensions, but sentiment reversed sharply after USTR Greer’s comments and Jerome Powell’s dovish speech. The Nasdaq and S&P 500 recovered early losses as traders embraced a potential rate cut and easing geopolitical concerns.

14-10-2025 20:16 GMT by Elior Manier

Markets Today: UK Wage Growth Hits 3-Year Lows, Gold Retreats from Highs, FTSE 100 Eyes Gains. US Earnings Season Ahead

UK wage growth hits 3-year lows, gold retreats from highs, and European stocks struggle amid US-China trade tensions. Asia shows mixed results, with some markets boosted by company news. The economic calendar includes ZEW data and US earnings season kicks off.

14-10-2025 07:39 GMT by Zain Vawda

JPMorgan (JPM) bullish reversal from 5% decline at key support as Q3 earnings loom

JPMorgan (JPM) experienced a bullish reversal from a 5% decline at key support as Q3 earnings loom. The company’s share price rebounded 2.4% after a brief correction from its record high, finding support near its 50-day moving average. The stock’s technicals suggest renewed bullish momentum ahead of its Q3 earnings release, where EPS is expected to rise 10% year-on-year, reinforcing strength in the broader Financials sector.

14-10-2025 05:54 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Tariffs tantrum reversal to TACO, US Q3 earnings kickstart with major banks that may provide bullish support, the week ahead preview

The US stock market rebounded sharply after last week’s “tariff tantrum,” as easing trade tensions between the US and China helped restore risk appetite. With the Q3 earnings season set to kick off, focus shifts to major US banks, including JPMorgan, Goldman Sachs, and Citigroup, which could offer bullish support to the broader market amid improving sentiment and resilient financial performance.

14-10-2025 02:14 GMT by Kelvin Wong

US-China trade war scare: What happened Friday and where things stand now

Markets were shaken late last week as China tightened rare earth export controls and President Trump threatened 100% tariffs on all Chinese goods. The selloff sent risk assets plunging, with the S&P 500 down 2.7% and Bitcoin off 8%. But calmer remarks from U.S. officials and Trump’s softened tone over the weekend helped trigger a sharp rebound in global risk sentiment to start the week.

13-10-2025 16:14 GMT by Elior Manier

Gold (XAU/USD) Price Eyes Acceptance Above $4100/oz on US-China Trade War Fears, Up 2% on the Day

Gold prices surged 2% to $4100/oz amid escalating US-China trade tensions, with new 100% tariffs announced by Trump. Despite a softened stance and scheduled talks, China warns of countermeasures. Gold continues to rally, shrugging off USD strength. Upcoming Fed speeches and delayed CPI report are key market events. Technical analysis suggests further upside, with support at 4050.

13-10-2025 15:29 GMT by Zain Vawda

Markets Today: Gold Up 1.4%, Chinese Exports Soar as Trade War Fears Return, DAX Bounces but Risks Remain

Gold up, Chinese exports soar, trade war fears return, DAX bounces. Oil recovers, dollar mixed. European shares steady after Friday selloff. China's exports record strongest gain since March. Economic calendar quiet, focus on central bank speakers and US-China trade war developments. DAX index shows potential for further upside.

13-10-2025 09:47 GMT by Zain Vawda

US Stock Market outlook – S&P 500 breaks channel, Equities in the red to close the week

After a stellar run for tech and growth stocks, markets are turning cautious. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq hit new highs before retreating amid a sharp profit-taking wave and stronger U.S. Dollar. Heavyweights like Nvidia, Meta, and Amazon slid roughly 3%, dragging sentiment lower. Still, the Nasdaq remains resilient, holding near key support as traders assess the depth of this pullback.

10-10-2025 16:05 GMT by Elior Manier

Gold (XAU/USD): Overstretched uptrend, risk of minor pull-back below $4,012

Gold (XAU/USD) extended its seven-week rally to a new all-time high of US$4,059, gaining 8.5% since late September. Supported by sticky U.S. inflation and growing fiscal concerns driving the “debasement trade,” the yellow metal’s major uptrend remains intact. However, momentum signals now suggest the rally is overstretched, with risks of a short-term pullback below US$4,012 before the next potential bullish leg resumes.

10-10-2025 07:05 GMT by Kelvin Wong

US stocks sector divergence raises red flags

US equities have extended their record-setting run, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq posting new highs. Yet, the rally’s foundations are uneven — the Dow’s modest 3.6% gain versus the S&P’s 9.5% highlights narrowing market breadth. Tariffs, a strong USD, and weaker industrials weigh on sentiment, raising questions about the sustainability of the bull trend.

09-10-2025 15:36 GMT by Elior Manier

Dow Jones Technical Outlook: Dow Tests Key Confluence Level. Is Another 500 + Point Slide Incoming?

The Dow Jones Index faces a potential 500-point decline after testing a critical confluence level. Despite this, historical trends suggest the overall bull market for US stocks, particularly the S&P 500, may have more room to grow, driven by megacap stocks and potential future interest rate cuts.

09-10-2025 14:55 GMT by Zain Vawda

Nasdaq 100: Short to medium-term bullish trends intact amid AI bubble fears

The Nasdaq 100 extended its rally, climbing 1.2% to a fresh record close at 25,137 on 8 October 2025, supported by strong momentum in AI-linked stocks despite growing AI bubble concerns. Reports of US$1 trillion in circular AI deals among OpenAI, Nvidia, AMD, and Oracle have raised valuation risks. Still, the technical setup remains bullish, with the uptrend intact above 24,795, targeting resistance near 25,640 in the short term.

09-10-2025 11:26 GMT by Kelvin Wong

EUR/USD bearish move below parity on hold for now

Trade Setup to Watch: EUR/USD Breaks Ascending Trendline, Further Downside Ahead?

EUR/USD breaks ascending trendline, hinting at further downside despite mixed fundamental and technical signals. The US Dollar Index (DXY) rallied after the FOMC meeting and US government shutdown. Technical analysis shows a break of the 1.16300 confluence level, suggesting a move towards 1.14000 or 1.1058. However, the RSI is in oversold territory, which could lead to a short-term bounce.

09-10-2025 11:07 GMT by Zain Vawda

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