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.

Traders are looking for direction – Dow Jones and US Index Outlook

S&P 500, Dow Jones, Nasdaq Analysis and Trading Levels – US traders return to a directionless market as the Dow slips below 50,000. Despite a soft CPI, heavy positioning and record-low cash level suggest the rally is hitting a wall but Stocks remain resilient. We analyze the Feb 20 SCOTUS tariff ruling and the AI bubble fears mounting in February.

17-02-2026 17:22 GMT by Elior Manier

Markets Today: Yen rebounds, Pound Sinks on Labour Data, Gold slides 2% as Market Focus Shifts to Diplomacy

Market wrap for the European open, noting the Yen's rebound, the Pound's fall after UK unemployment hit a 5-year high, and a sharp 2% slide in gold prices. The report highlights steady European markets, a cooling 'AI panic,' and attention on US-Iran nuclear and Ukraine-Russia peace talks. Also covers corporate earnings, technical outlooks for FTSE 100

17-02-2026 10:30 GMT by Zain Vawda

Markets Today: Europe gains on financials, Gold & Oil Remain Flat, Japan GDP underwhelms as FTSE 100 edges higher

European stocks, led by financials, rose as the STOXX 600 gained. Japan's surprisingly weak GDP (0.1% vs 0.4% expected) caused the yen to weaken. Gold and oil were flat amid quiet trading due to US and China holidays. Investors await European industrial production data and key US reports (Core PCE, GDP) for future rate direction.

16-02-2026 08:50 GMT by Zain Vawda

Some CPI morning bullishness – Dow Jones and US Index Outlook

S&P 500, Dow Jones, Nasdaq Analysis and Trading Levels – CPI Rebound: Stocks erase early losses as the softest inflation print in five years (2.4%) fuels bets for a March rate cut. While the Mag 7 lags, broad contagion pushes the Dow and S&P higher. We analyze the Feb 20 Supreme Court tariff deadline and the fading Iran risk premium.

13-02-2026 17:18 GMT by Elior Manier

It's an everything rally after the CPI miss – Market Reactions

CPI Market Reactions: Inflation hits a 4-year low at 2.4%, fueling a surge in Treasuries and Gold ($5,100). While AI creative destruction initially dragged tech, a swift intraday rebound is underway. We explore the key charts to this morning's action with Dow Jones, Gold, 10Y Bonds and more.

13-02-2026 15:47 GMT by Elior Manier

US inflation slows, Fed may cut rates more than the market prices in

US inflation continued to ease in January, with both headline and core readings showing gradual moderation. Tariff effects remain limited and rent pressures have slowed. The Fed is likely to stay on hold in the near term, but markets expect rate cuts from mid year, pricing in close to two and a half reductions by year end.

13-02-2026 14:38 GMT by Łukasz Zembik

Chart alert: Dow Jones (DJIA) potential recovery at 20-day MA support, bulls need to break above 49,940

The Dow Jones retreated to its 20-day moving average after hitting fresh record highs, as technology stocks dragged US indices lower. Key support sits at 49,265, while a break above 49,940 could revive bullish momentum and open the door to a retest of all-time highs. Failure to hold support risks a deeper pullback toward the 50-day moving average zone.

13-02-2026 09:52 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Markets Today: Tech wobbles, Yen resurgence, Gold recovers ahead of key US CPI data. FTSE 100 holds above support

A global tech sell-off, sparked by disappointing earnings from Cisco and a slump in Apple, weighs on Asian and European markets. Amidst the caution, the Japanese yen surges for its strongest weekly gain in 15 months. Gold recovers ahead of key US CPI inflation data, while oil prices drift lower as Mideast tensions ease and supply from Venezuela increases. The report details market movements, Swiss inflation, and a technical look at the FTSE 100.

13-02-2026 09:07 GMT by Zain Vawda

Get ready for CPI – US Inflation Preview

CPI Preview: The final piece of the puzzle. With +0.3% expected, we analyze if sticky inflation and tariff passthrough will kill the 2026 easing cycle. Scenarios for Gold ($5,100), Stocks, Cryptos, and the USD as the Fed weighs a resilient labor market against 3% core inflation.

12-02-2026 20:32 GMT by Elior Manier

Markets Today: Nikkei record anchors fifth day of Asian gains, US Dollar struggles as FTSE 100 slides 50 points after all-time high print

Asian markets extend their record-breaking run, anchored by a surge in chip stocks and the Nikkei 225 crossing 58,000 for the first time. European shares also hit new highs, driven by upbeat corporate earnings and a massive acquisition in the financial sector. On the FX front, the Japanese Yen sees its biggest weekly gain in a year, putting pressure on the US Dollar.

12-02-2026 10:49 GMT by Zain Vawda

Breaking News: UK GDP underwhelms with 0.1% growth in Q4, FTSE 100 slips & GBP/USD advances

Preliminary ONS data shows the UK economy expanded by a disappointing 0.1% in Q4 2025. This sluggish growth was driven by a 1.2% rebound in the production sector, which was largely offset by a 2.1% contraction in construction and, more critically, a third consecutive month of zero growth in the dominant services sector. Markets reacted with volatility, as the FTSE 100 pulled back while GBP/USD advanced.

12-02-2026 08:20 GMT by Zain Vawda

US NFP numbers impress, dollar strength & rumoured BoJ action

In today's episode, TraderNick and podcast host Jonny Hart digest the latest US NFP numbers, released unusually on a Wednesday. Otherwise, we discuss the latest on FX, especially regarding the US dollar and Japanese yen, as well as world equities and crypto.

11-02-2026 18:41 GMT by Christian Norman

Hawkish NFP sends Stocks lower – Dow Jones and US Index Outlook

S&P 500, Dow Jones, Nasdaq Analysis and Trading Levels – NFP Morning action: A strong 130K beat and a dip in Unemployment (4.3%) trigger a bear flattening of the yield curve. We analyze the massive -858K downward revision to 2025 data, the rotation back into Consumer Defensives and Energy, and the hawkish shift in March rate-cut odds (now just 9%).

11-02-2026 17:14 GMT by Elior Manier

NFP surprises to the upside – Market Reactions

Market Reactions to NFP: A massive +130K headline beat is overshadowed by a staggering -856K revision to 2025 data. We analyze the market whiplash: Gold rejects $5,100, the Dow battles for the 50,000 handle, and Bitcoin remains heavy as traders weigh the hawkish repricings and the UE rate drop to 4.3%.

11-02-2026 15:11 GMT by Elior Manier

Markets Today: Markets digest Chinese inflation, AI fears continue, Gold holds high ground as NFP looms

The 'Opening Bell - Europe' report covers major market movements. Asian equities climbed, led by a tech rally, while China's inflation rate dropped below expectations. European shares dipped as fears over AI disruption were stoked by Dassault Systèmes' weak earnings. Precious metals gained as the US dollar and Treasury yields retreated ahead of the crucial Non-Farm Payrolls (NFP) report. The article also provides a technical outlook for the FTSE 100

11-02-2026 09:09 GMT by Zain Vawda

Chart alert: Nikkei 225 bullish acceleration intact towards 60,000 in the first step

The Nikkei 225 extends its bullish acceleration after Japan’s snap election, emerging as the top-performing major global index. Despite a stronger yen, domestically focused stocks are leading gains, signaling resilient internal demand. Technically, the uptrend remains intact above 56,990, with upside targets toward 60,000 as momentum indicators continue to support further near-term strength.

11-02-2026 06:28 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Dow hits new record: Can the S&P 500 breakout pass 7000 and gain acceptance?

Analysis of the mixed market day, where the Dow hit a record high despite declines in the S&P 500 and Nasdaq. Focuses on flat retail sales, AI spending anxieties from Alphabet's bond sale, and technical/fundamental factors hinting at a potential S&P 500 breakout beyond 7000. It also flags near-term caution from the Fear and Greed Index and upcoming US jobs/CPI data.

10-02-2026 23:31 GMT by Zain Vawda

Markets Today: French jobless rate hits four-year highs, gold steady, nikkei extends gains. US data now in focus

Asian markets surge on Japan's election; Nikkei hits a new high. French jobless rate climbs to 7.9%, a four-year peak. Gold holds steady above $5,000, while the US dollar retreats ahead of key US economic data, including retail sales and employment figures. FTSE 100 technical outlook.

10-02-2026 08:34 GMT by Zain Vawda

NFP Preview: Benchmark revisions, fate of the March rate cut & implications for the DXY and Dow Jones

The delayed January 2026 NFP report, set for release on February 11, is a high-stakes event. It includes annual benchmark revisions to 2025 data, which could increase pressure for a March Fed rate cut if revised sharply downward. We analyze the implications for the Fed's next move, the DXY's test of support, and the 'good news is bad news' paradox facing the Dow Jones. The pending transition to the Warsh era adds further complexity to the outlook.

09-02-2026 22:28 GMT by Zain Vawda

Market reacts to Japanese election results, BoJ & the week ahead

Join OANDA Senior Market Analyst Kelvin Wong and podcast host Jonny Hart as they discuss the latest on financial markets. In today's episode, we discuss the market reaction to a "super majority" for Sanae Takaichi in the Japanese elections, as well as a once-delayed US NFP report expected this Friday.

09-02-2026 18:22 GMT by Christian Norman

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