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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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Equities open sharply lower, geopolitical themes continue to dominate

In today's episode, OANDA Senior Market Analyst Kelvin Wong and podcast host Jonny Hart discuss geopolitical themes currently at play, and their impact on financial markets, including recent tariff threats from President Trump.

19-01-2026 17:00 GMT by Christian Norman

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Greenland as the trigger of a new trade war

Rising tensions over Greenland risk reviving an EU-US trade conflict, with Washington once again using tariffs as a tool of political pressure. Germany appears most exposed to the potential economic fallout, while cohesion within the EU remains uncertain. Beyond trade effects, renewed tariff threats are weighing on confidence in the US dollar and fueling concerns about lasting damage to transatlantic relations and the broader global economic order.

19-01-2026 12:09 GMT by Łukasz Zembik

Impact on US-EU tensions: Risk-off, US dollar subdued, heightened demand for Gold and Silver

Escalating US–EU tensions over Greenland and fresh US tariff threats against NATO allies have sparked a global risk-off move. Asian equities and US index futures slid, while the US dollar weakened as safe-haven flows rotated into precious metals. Gold and silver surged to new record highs, reinforcing their role as geopolitical hedges amid rising policy and trade uncertainty.

19-01-2026 09:40 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Stocks trade in uncertain territories – Dow Jones and US Stock Index Outlook

S&P 500, Dow Jones and Nasdaq Analysis – Market Update: Stocks end the week mixed but red as the immediate threat of US intervention in Iran subsides. However, with Oil holding $60 and intervention odds still at 30%, uncertainty lingers. We analyze the Manufacturing sector's resilience and intra-day technicals for the major indexes.

16-01-2026 16:56 GMT by Elior Manier

Nikkei 225 Forecast: Bullish acceleration above 53,370 key support

The Nikkei 225 has emerged as one of the strongest global equity performers in early 2026, rising 7.9% year-to-date and outperforming major US indices. Supported by improving earnings revisions, resilient technical momentum, and potential political tailwinds from a snap election, the index remains bullish above the critical 53,370 support, with further upside risks toward the 55,000 zone.

15-01-2026 07:59 GMT by Kelvin Wong

US Stocks plummet as Iran tensions mount - Dow Jones and US Stock Index Outlook

US Stock Market Update: The post-CPI sell-the-news mood deepens as Iran tensions escalate. With Oil jumping 10% to $62, volatility returns to spook investors. We analyze the hit to the Magnificent 7 (Nvidia -2.30%) and the defensive rotation into Energy, providing technicals for the US Indexes.. S&P 500 , Dow Jones and Nasdaq NFP Levels.

14-01-2026 17:13 GMT by Elior Manier

US CPI Releases As Expected (+0.3% vs 0.3% exp) – Market Reactions

CPI Data releases as Expected: Inflation aligns with forecasts as Headline CPI hits 0.3% m/m and Core cools to 2.6% y/y. We analyze the market relief despite lingering distrust following the firing of the BLS Head and the recent government shutdown. Plus, technical reactions for the Dollar, Dow, and Gold.

13-01-2026 13:30 GMT by Elior Manier

Dow Jones (DJIA) Forecast: Eyeing new all-time high as banks’ earnings loom

The Dow Jones Industrial Average is gaining momentum as sector rotation favours financials and small caps over mega-cap tech. With US banks set to report Q4 earnings, volatility is likely to rise. Technical signals point to an accelerating uptrend in the DJIA, with a breakout above record highs opening the door to further upside, while key supports define near-term risk

13-01-2026 07:03 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Traders are Moving Past Powell's Investigation - US Stock Index Outlook & Pre-CPI Trading Levels

US Stock Index Outlook: Stocks shrug off the Powell investigation drama to hit fresh highs. We analyze the resilience of the S&P 500 and the Dow, while Google shatters a historic valuation milestone. With defense and metals rallying, we examine the technical setup ahead of tomorrow's critical CPI print.. S&P 500 , Dow Jones and Nasdaq NFP Levels.

12-01-2026 20:25 GMT by Elior Manier

Markets Today: Safe Havens Benefit on Trump-Fed Feud, Silver Gains 5% as Gold Breaches $4600/oz. What Comes Next?

The escalating political clash between President Trump and Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell is causing significant market jitters. Fears over the Fed's independence are driving a sharp drop in the US dollar and a tumble in European and US stock futures. Conversely, safe-haven assets are surging, with gold breaking $4,600/oz and silver jumping over 5% to a new all-time high. Markets are focused on developments in this spat for near-term direction.

12-01-2026 10:20 GMT by Zain Vawda

December US Jobs Report Shows Weaker Hiring

The December US jobs report confirms a continued slowdown in the labor market. Hiring fell short of expectations, job gains were concentrated in leisure and health care, and several key sectors saw employment declines. Despite weaker payroll growth, unemployment edged lower, leaving the Federal Reserve cautious as it weighs the outlook for interest rates and economic growth.

09-01-2026 17:30 GMT by Krzysztof Kamiński

What are the Five Currency Pairs to Watch in March and Why?

US NFP & Unemployment report, Federal Reserve 'pause & wait'

Join Nick Syiek (TraderNick) and podcast host Jonny Hart as they review the latest market news and moves. MarketPulse provides up-to-the-minute analysis on forex, commodities and indices from around the world. MarketPulse is an award-winning news site that delivers round-the-clock commentary on a wide range of asset classes, as well as in-depth insights into the major economic trends and events that impact the markets.

09-01-2026 15:11 GMT by Christian Norman

US Non-Farm Payrolls at + 50K (small) miss, Market Reactions – Get ready for Supreme Court Tariffs Decision!

US Jobs Report Update: NFP small miss at +50K, yet the Unemployment Rate drops to 4.4% with sticky wages (3.8% Y/Y). We analyze the counterintuitive market reaction—Dollar down, Gold up—and why this reduces odds of a January Fed cut ahead of the 10:00 AM Supreme Court ruling.

09-01-2026 13:30 GMT by Elior Manier

Markets Today: Chinese Inflation Edges Higher, Gold Steady with NFP & Supreme Court Decision Now in Focus

The Nikkei secured a 3.2% weekly gain, and China's inflation hit 0.8%. European shares rose, led by Glencore's 8% jump on Rio Tinto takeover talks. The US dollar strengthened ahead of the US jobs report and a Supreme Court ruling on tariffs. Gold and oil also finished the week higher. Includes a technical view on the FTSE 100.

09-01-2026 09:49 GMT by Zain Vawda

Defensive Stocks Rotation ahead of NFP - Index Outlook and NFP Trading Levels

Pre-NFP Market Update: The "Freedom Trade" pauses as geopolitical tensions rise. While labor data improves, tech valuations and AI-driven layoffs prompt a rotation into defensive sectors. We analyze why smart money is quietly favoring the Dow ahead of the critical employment report. S&P 500 , Dow Jones and Nasdaq NFP Levels.

08-01-2026 21:36 GMT by Elior Manier

NFP Preview: Federal Reserve’s Pivot at a Crossroads, Implications for the US Dollar & Nasdaq 100

Preview of the pivotal December Non-Farm Payrolls (NFP) report, set for release on January 9, 2026. The article examines whether the Federal Reserve's recent easing cycle was justified. It details consensus forecasts (60k-70k jobs), key risks, and outlines the expected market reactions for the US Dollar Index (DXY) and Nasdaq 100 based on deviations from the forecast.

08-01-2026 17:28 GMT by Zain Vawda

Markets Today: German Factory Orders Surge, Nikkei Slips as Markets Eye NFP Data & Supreme Court Tariff Ruling

Asian tech stocks fell on overvaluation concerns and Nikkei retreated. European stocks were cautious, with defense shares rallying on Venezuela tensions, while AB Foods plunged. The US dollar strengthened ahead of Friday's employment report. Oil stabilized, and gold slipped. Traders await US jobs data and tomorrow's Supreme Court ruling on tariffs.

08-01-2026 09:42 GMT by Zain Vawda

Chart Alert: Nasdaq 100 bullish momentum is building up

The Nasdaq 100 is showing signs of renewed bullish momentum despite recent underperformance versus other US indices. Technical signals point to a bullish consolidation, with price holding above key support at 25,350 and momentum indicators turning higher. A breakout above the 25,760–25,830 resistance zone could trigger a fresh impulsive move toward record highs.

08-01-2026 09:11 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Markets Today: Euro Area Inflation Cools, Silver Peaks Above $80/oz, Gold Retreats Ahead of Key US Data Releases

Euro Area inflation cools to 2.0%, hitting the ECB target, but German retail sales decline unexpectedly. Asia's stock rally stalls amid profit-taking and rising China-Japan tensions over a dual-use export ban. European stocks are steady. Gold and other precious metals fall as the US dollar holds firm. All eyes are now on US jobs data (JOLTS/ADP), which is forecast to be weak and could impact the dollar.

07-01-2026 11:57 GMT by Zain Vawda

S&P 500 and Dow Jones All-time Highs – Stocks Continue the 2026 Freedom Rally

Stock Market Update: Stocks grind higher as traders embrace the Donroe Doctrine—Trump's aggressive foreign policy shift. While Big Tech giants like Apple and Tesla lag, capital rotates into Healthcare, Industrials, and Amazon. We analyze the intra-day technicals.

06-01-2026 20:50 GMT by Elior Manier

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