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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

Markets Today: Softbank Surges 11%, HSBC Falls 6.6%, US Dollar Continues to Advance. DAX Eyes Further Gains

Softbank surges 11%, HSBC falls 6.6%, and the US Dollar continues to advance. The article covers Asia market wrap-up with Nikkei rallying on AI and robotics excitement, European shares opening lower due to banking sector issues, the US dollar reaching a two-month high against the euro and yen, flat oil prices, and gold prices dropping after hitting a record high.

09-10-2025 09:18 GMT by Zain Vawda

Markets Today: Gold Sails Past $4000/oz, Yen Slides to Fresh Lows & RBNZ Deliver 50 bps Rate Cut. DAX Ready to Rally?

Markets Today: Gold sails past $4000/oz, Yen slides to fresh lows, and RBNZ delivers a 50 bps rate cut. Asian stocks retreat, while European markets see gains led by banking and energy sectors. Oil prices climb, and the dollar strengthens. The article also covers the economic calendar, DAX Index analysis.

08-10-2025 08:02 GMT by Zain Vawda

Dow Jones (DJ30) cools off all-time highs as US government shutdown rumbles on - Potential targets and price forecast

Cooling from all-time highs, the Dow Jones (DJ30) trades 0.33% lower in today’s session, at around $46,594. Having found support early August, US equities have staged a formidable rally since, despite a somewhat questionable cocktail of macroeconomic themes.

07-10-2025 19:00 GMT by Christian Norman

Nikkei 225: Rallied above 48,000, key levels to watch next as new Japanese PM ignites bulls

The Nikkei 225 extended its bullish momentum, surging 6.5% to a record high of 48,668 as markets priced in expansionary fiscal policies under Japan’s incoming Prime Minister, Sanae Takaichi. The steepening of Japan’s government bond yield curves continues to support the rally, reinforcing a bullish medium-term outlook. Key support sits at 45,930, with potential upside targets at 50,090–51,220 amid a risk of minor corrective pullback.

07-10-2025 08:34 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Markets Today: Yen Hits Two-Month Lows, DXY Continues Advance, Gold Retreats. DAX Eyes Return to Support

This article covers today's market movements, including Asian tech stock advances, European energy sector gains, the weakening Japanese Yen, and record-high gold prices. It also provides an economic calendar and a technical outlook for the DAX index.

07-10-2025 07:50 GMT by Zain Vawda

Nikkei 225 bullish acceleration, JPY volatility with a new Japan PM, the week ahead preview

The Nikkei 225 extended its bullish momentum, hitting fresh record highs as investors priced in the rollout of expansionary fiscal policies by the incoming new Japanese Prime Minister, Takaichi. Meanwhile, the Japanese yen saw heightened volatility amid speculation over potential shifts in monetary policy direction.

07-10-2025 04:49 GMT by Kelvin Wong

US tech runs higher to start the week, but other sectors diverge – US outlook

Markets are back in risk-on mode, with Tech and Metals extending their 2025 dominance. The Nasdaq breaks above 25,000 while AI, chips, and digital infrastructure fuel optimism. European equities lag amid French instability, but growth-linked assets continue to lead this “everything rally.”

06-10-2025 20:03 GMT by Elior Manier

Markets Today: Gold Smashes $3900/oz, Bitcoin Hits Fresh Highs as Japan Election Triggers Frenzy. DAX Eyes Potential Rally

Global markets were boosted over the weekend as stock prices soared while currencies and bonds fell. Investors turned to gold and Bitcoin for safety as Japan’s election of a pro-stimulus leader fueled expectations for aggressive fiscal spending. European stock markets were a little quiet on Monday, with the main STOXX 600 index dipping 0.1%.

06-10-2025 08:29 GMT by Zain Vawda

Markets Weekly Outlook - Navigating the US Shutdown & Global Trends as Equity Markets Continue to Soar

This "Markets Weekly Outlook" covers a week of market activity, including the impact of a US government shutdown, the performance of Wall Street, European, and Asian markets, the US Dollar's reaction, and a look ahead at key economic events. It also features a "Chart of the Week" focusing on the US Dollar Index (DXY).

03-10-2025 19:08 GMT by Zain Vawda

The Dow Jones reaches 47,000 and breaks its Rising Wedge

US indices are pushing higher with the Dow Jones clearing 47,000 and breaking an ascending wedge pattern. A weak ISM Services PMI initially triggered selling, but markets flipped into full risk-on mode. With October’s Fed cut nearly assured and deeper 2026 cuts priced, equities shrug off shutdown risks for now.

03-10-2025 15:54 GMT by Elior Manier

SPX 500: Bullish trend undeterred by US government shutdown, en route to 6,800/850 next

The SPX 500 remains firmly bullish despite the US government shutdown, climbing to a fresh record high of 6,745 on 3 October. Optimism is fueled by rising odds of Fed rate cuts, with markets pricing a 98% chance in October and 87% in December. The index holds above key support at 6,690, with the next targets at 6,800 and 6,850. Strong momentum and sector rotation into cyclicals reinforce the bullish trend.

03-10-2025 09:49 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Markets Today: US Dollar on Course for Worst Week Since July, Gold Steady, DAX eyes Retracement Ahead of Bullish Continuation

This article provides a comprehensive market update, covering steady Swiss inflation, a surge in Asian and European stock markets driven by the tech sector and OpenAI partnerships, the US dollar's struggle, and a slight rise in gold and oil prices. It also includes a technical analysis of the DAX Index.

03-10-2025 09:40 GMT by Zain Vawda

Tech Stocks Extend Gains as NFP Release Questions Grow – Market wrap for the North American session - October 2

October 2 North-American Session Recap – The week is heading to an intriguing end as it appears NFP data will not be released on Friday complicating matters for the Fed. Check up the Daily asset and FX performance, what changed fundamentally and what's coming up tomorrow.

02-10-2025 20:56 GMT by Zain Vawda

Markets Today: Swiss Inflation Steady, Gold Nears $3900/oz, DAX Eyes Potential 900 Point Move

This article provides a comprehensive market update, covering steady Swiss inflation, a surge in Asian and European stock markets driven by the tech sector and OpenAI partnerships, the US dollar's struggle, and a slight rise in gold and oil prices. It also includes a technical analysis of the DAX Index.

02-10-2025 09:28 GMT by Zain Vawda

US Equities face uncertainty as US Government Shutdown begins – S&P 500, Nasdaq and Dow Jones outlook

The US government shutdown has officially begun, delaying key economic releases like NFP and Jobless Claims. Markets are left relying on ADP data, which missed sharply at –32K vs +52K expected, while ISM Manufacturing PMI rose to 49.1, driven by tariffs-related cost pressures. Rate cut hopes remain intact and stocks are rising.

01-10-2025 15:54 GMT by Elior Manier

Markets Today: Euro Area Inflation Ticks Up, Gold Eyes $3900/oz, DAX Breaches Confluence Level & US Government Shutdown in Focus

Euro Area inflation ticks up, gold eyes $3900/oz, DAX breaches confluence level & US government shutdown in focus. Japanese stocks sell-off, Nikkei at three-week lows. European stocks rise, led by healthcare. US dollar drops, gold surges to record high. Economic calendar and technical analysis of DAX index.

01-10-2025 11:25 GMT by Zain Vawda

How Currencies are Affected by Commodities: A Guide for Forex Traders

Taking a step back – key long-term market charts and levels

With daily headlines blurring long-term trends, traders benefit from stepping back to higher timeframes. This weekly outlook reviews the S&P 500, Bitcoin, Oil, and Gold, highlighting prevailing market direction and key support/resistance levels to watch in the coming sessions.

30-09-2025 16:37 GMT by Elior Manier

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