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.

Crazy swings all across Markets as US-Iran talks pick up: Gold grazes $4,000, WTI to $90 – Market Check

Market Update: WTI drops 10% to ~ $90 and Brent falls below $100 as renewed US-Iran talks cool market tensions. Gold rebounds to the $4,400 momentum level following a severe 25% correction driven by inflation fears. Explore a detailed Market check of the latest flows and opportunities around all asset classes.

23-03-2026 16:04 GMT by Elior Manier

Farewell, Rate Cuts – Markets Weekly Outlook

A week ahead preview: A wave of Market repricings are taking traders by surprise, with Bonds and Metals not appreciating a single part of this. Get ready for the upcoming week by looking at the past week's Market performance, what changed and the key events to expect in next week)

20-03-2026 20:02 GMT by Elior Manier

US Yields explode, dampening Investor sentiment – Dow Jones and US Stock Market Outlook

S&P 500, Dow Jones, Nasdaq Analysis and Trading Levels: Global equities face renewed selling pressure as plans to capture Iran's Kharg Island signal a prolonged conflict. With the US 2-Year yield surging to 3.90% on dis-anchored inflation fears, the US Dollar decouples from WTI Crude. Explore an intraday technical analysis of the markets.

20-03-2026 16:27 GMT by Elior Manier

Wall Street gaps down, weak dip-buying attempts – Dow Jones and US Stock Market Outlook

S&P 500, Dow Jones, Nasdaq Analysis and pre-FOMC Trading Levels: Global equities face a severe downtrend following a hawkish FOMC and coordinated central bank warnings on oil-driven supply shocks. As Brent crude decouples and spikes to $116 , Gold drops 15% from its war highs. Explore an intraday technical analysis of the markets.

19-03-2026 16:24 GMT by Elior Manier

A look around Markets in a scary post-FOMC morning – Market Outlook

The March FOMC created a vacuum in Markets, pulling down Equity Indexes, Cryptos, Metals and general sentiment. Explore reactions from this morning's Post-FOMC Market bloodshed.

19-03-2026 14:39 GMT by Elior Manier

Markets Today: European Gas futures soar 25%, Brent hits $119/barrel. Central bank pressure heats up as ECB meeting looms

Middle East tensions cause European markets to slide as gas and oil prices soar. Central banks like the ECB and BoE are now expected to implement rate hikes to combat energy-driven inflation, abandoning prior rate cut forecasts. The report also details FX market reactions and provides technical analysis on the FTSE 100.

19-03-2026 11:50 GMT by Zain Vawda

FOMC pauses rates yet again, Dollar explodes – Economic Projections and (Updated) Market Reactions

The Fed is holding rates steady at 3.50%-3.75% Market reactions: The US Dollar is exploding higher. and hurting the rest of the Market, Particularly Metals and Stocks

18-03-2026 18:00 GMT by Elior Manier

Dow Jones back below 47,000 as traders prepare for high-impact FOMC – US Stock Market Outlook & Levels

S&P 500, Dow Jones, Nasdaq Analysis and pre-FOMC Trading Levels: The Stock Market bleeds as Middle East escalations shatter recent de-correlations. With WTI rebounding toward $100 following strikes on the South Pars Gas Facility, the Dow drops 1% ahead of the key FOMC meeting. Explore an intraday technical analysis of the markets.

18-03-2026 16:25 GMT by Elior Manier

BoJ meeting preview: Balancing act between growth and inflation as USD/JPY approaches 159.45/161.95 key intervention risk zone

The Bank of Japan is expected to hold rates at 0.75% as it navigates stagflation risks driven by the US–Iran war 2026. Despite weak sentiment reflected in the Nikkei 225, rising wages support a tightening bias. Meanwhile, USD/JPY trades near the 159.45–161.95 intervention zone, keeping markets on edge.

18-03-2026 11:11 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Markets Today: European shares rally as Oil retreats; All eyes on FOMC's 'hawkish hold'

European shares extend their recovery on easing oil prices and stronger global sentiment. The US dollar weakens, while other major currencies gain. Focus shifts to the upcoming FOMC meeting, where a 'hawkish hold' is anticipated, possibly adjusting 'Dot Plot' projections to zero rate cuts for 2026. Technical analysis suggests a downside tilt for the FTSE 100

18-03-2026 09:35 GMT by Zain Vawda

Head and Shoulders in WTI! Is the rally over for Crude Oil? Stock Markets Mixed ahead of FOMC

Crude Oil and Dow Jones update: The WTI rally faces exhaustion as the elimination of key Iranian figures signals a potential conflict turning point. WTI forms a Head and Shoulders pattern eyeing $85, while the Dow rejects its channel bound ahead of the FOMC. Explore an intraday technical analysis of the markets.

17-03-2026 19:16 GMT by Elior Manier

FOMC Meeting Preview: A ‘hawkish hold’ as geopolitical risk & stagflation fears rise, implications for the DXY & Dow Jones

The March 18 FOMC meeting will confirm the end of predictable rate cuts. With the labor market cooling and inflation rising due to the Middle East conflict, the Fed faces a tough balancing act. A "hawkish hold" is expected, extending the US Dollar rally and presenting a risk triangle for the Dow Jones amid leadership uncertainty and political pressure.

17-03-2026 18:26 GMT by Zain Vawda

Markets Today: RBA hike rates, European shares eye lower open, ZEW sentiment, ADP employment data up next

Asian markets surge on AI-driven tech stocks (Samsung, SK Hynix) while US-Iran conflict uncertainty weighs on Europe and fuels a US dollar safe-haven rally. Oil prices jump on Strait of Hormuz concerns, and the RBA hiked rates. Full analysis of FX, commodities, and FTSE 100 technicals.

17-03-2026 07:21 GMT by Zain Vawda

A test of confidence for Stocks – Dow Jones and US Index Outlook

S&P 500, Dow Jones, Nasdaq Analysis and Trading Levels: Stock Markets are attempting a rebound as Strait of Hormuz conditions somewhat improve. US Stock Markets are up around 1% from Oil's correction, and will face a large test of confidence throughout the upcoming week.

16-03-2026 15:39 GMT by Elior Manier

Monetary policy in focus, WTI hovers around $100 & week ahead

With all signs pointing towards a bumper week of trading, join OANDA Senior Market Analyst Kelvin Wong and podcast host Jonny Hart in discussing current question marks over global monetary policy amid ongoing tensions in the Middle East.

16-03-2026 13:04 GMT by Christian Norman

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Markets Today: Chinese data positive as Middle East conflict remains tense. Oil steady, FTSE 100 consolidate. Canada CPI up next

This article analyzes the market's cautious start to the week, driven by surging oil prices due to Middle East conflict and investor anticipation of critical policy decisions from eight major central banks, including the Fed and ECB. The report details mixed stock performances in Asia and Europe, a slight dip in the US dollar, and strong gains for the Australian dollar.

16-03-2026 09:53 GMT by Zain Vawda

The Financial Damage of War – Markets Weekly Outlook

A week ahead preview: Traders haven't seen enough volatility throughout last week; anyway they will have to get ready for a sweep of Rate Decisions next week. Get ready for the upcoming week by looking at the past week's Market performance, what changed and the key events to expect in next week)

13-03-2026 20:14 GMT by Elior Manier

Latest in UK, US & Canadian economic data, oil markets & week ahead

In today’s episode, we join Nick Syiek (TraderNick) and podcast host Jonny Hart in discussing the latest in financial markets, including the latest fundamental data releases from the US, UK, and Canada. We also look ahead to a bumper week of trading, including rate decisions from the RBA, BoE, Fed, BoJ, BoC & SNB.

13-03-2026 19:17 GMT by Christian Norman

Unstable Markets as Oil just doesn't want to retreat – Back to $96 – Market Check

Markets keep getting shaken by Oil's resilient rebounds. Firms are hedging for weekend risk and this is not faring well neither with risk-assets or metals. Explore today's session flows right here.

13-03-2026 16:04 GMT by Elior Manier

Markets Today: Dollar and Oil Dominate as Traders Brace for US data barrage, FTSE 100 breaks key support zone

Geopolitical tensions from the US-Israel-Iran conflict drive a second straight week of global market losses. Oil prices remain elevated, fueling inflation fears and leading the US dollar to surge to a 3-month high as a safe haven. Asian and European stocks retreated sharply, with tech cyclicals most affected. US Data ahead.

13-03-2026 09:19 GMT by Zain Vawda

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