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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.

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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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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Dow Jones and US stocks open lower after massive PPI beat
Hot U.S. PPI data rattles markets, with both headline and core rising 0.9% m/m, far above forecasts. Tariff-driven inflation risks could shift Fed policy, clouding the outlook for a September rate cut. As risk appetite falters, we examine key technical levels for the Dow Jones following the market’s sharp reaction.
14-08-2025 14:30 GMT by Elior Manier
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