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Bitcoin (BTC/USD) Eyes a Breakout, Have the Stars Finally Aligned?
Bitcoin's price surged to levels not seen since July, fueled by positive inflows and optimism around a potential bullish breakout. Despite ETF inflows, actual demand for Bitcoin has been waning since March, according to Glassnode data. Technical analysis shows Bitcoin facing resistance at various levels, with support levels identified in case of a price decline. Robert Kiyosaki, a known Bitcoin enthusiast, predicts a market crash and a potential drop in Bitcoin's price to $5,000.
by Zain Vawda
GBP/USD - will inflation data shake up the pound?
The British pound has been showing limited movement for over a week. In Tuesday’s North American session, GBP/USD is trading at 1.3086, up 0.13% on the day. UK inflation expected to decline to 1.9% The Bank of England has largely won the battle against inflation, which has fallen from double digits at its peak to just 2.2% in August and July.
by Kenneth Fisher
S&P 500, Nasdaq 100 - Wall Street Indexes Eye Further Gains as Earnings Filter Through
Wall Street indexes showed positive momentum, driven by strong bank earnings reports. Tech sector earnings, expected later in October, could further boost US indices. S&P 500 technical analysis suggests potential bullish continuation with key resistance levels identified. Most Read: Brent Crude – OPEC + Cuts Forecasts Again as Chinese Imports Fall, Brent Holds Above $78/Barrel
by Zain Vawda
Canadian dollar can’t find its footing, Can. CPI next
The Canadian dollar has declined against the US dollar for a tenth consecutive trading day and has fallen 2.1% in October. In Tuesday’s session, USD/CAD is trading at 1.3811 at the time of writing, up 0.11%. Canada’s inflation rate expected to fall below 2% Is the tough battle against inflation finally over?
by Kenneth Fisher
Brent Crude - OPEC + Cuts Forecasts Again as Chinese Imports Fall, Brent Holds Above $78/Barrel
Brent oil prices have recovered to $78.30 despite OPEC+ downgrading demand growth forecasts and falling Chinese imports. China's oil imports fell for the fifth consecutive month in September stoking demand fears.  OPEC+ revised its global oil demand growth forecast for 2024 downwards for the third time. Most Read: Gold (XAU/USD) Price Outlook: China Sends Mixed Signals Keeping Gold Prices Steady
by Zain Vawda
Pound eyes UK employment data
The British pound is coming off a quiet week and the lack of activity has continued on Monday. Early in the North American session, GBP/USD is trading at 1.3040, down 0.14% on the day. It’s a busy week in the UK, with the release of employment, inflation and retail sales.
by Kenneth Fisher
AUD/USD: Under downside pressure from China’s weak inflation
China's latest set of inflationary data for September increases the risk of a deflationary spiral being entrenched. China policymakers continued to use rhetoric to push out new fiscal stimulus policies but lacked details in terms of the amount and scope of implementation. An erosion of confidence in China's policymaking process may trigger a negative feedback loop into the AUD/USD. This is a follow-up analysis of our prior report “AUD/USD: The recent rally of the Aussie dollar may face a ceili
by Kelvin Wong
Gold (XAU/USD) Price Outlook: China Sends Mixed Signals Keeping Gold Prices Steady
Gold prices remain steady despite weak Chinese data, Risk-Off Start to the week. Market uncertainty and geopolitical tensions are supporting gold's safe-haven appeal. Key support and resistance levels to watch are identified. Most Read: Markets Weekly Outlook – ECB to Deliver 25 bps Rate Cut? Bank Earnings in Focus Gold prices held steady this morning as weak Chinese data renewed market concerns and led to a risk-off start to the week.
by Zain Vawda
NZ Dollar under pressure as services data disappoints
The New Zealand dollar is lower on Monday. In the European session, NZD/USD is trading at 0.6082, down 0.44%. Services PMI contracts for seventh straight month New Zealand’s economy has been struggling, and a key factor has been the contraction in the services sector.
by Kenneth Fisher
Markets Weekly Outlook - ECB to Deliver 25 bps Rate Cut? Bank Earnings in Focus
Market expectations for a Federal Reserve rate cut decreased following mixed US data signals. The European Central Bank's interest rate decision is a key event, with a 25 bps cut highly anticipated. The week ahead features CPI releases from several countries, including China and New Zealand, while US earnings season gathers pace with major banks reporting. Can the S&P 500 rally continue? Technical breakdown provided.
by Zain Vawda
USD/CAD pushes higher, Canadian employment next
The Canadian dollar has edged lower on Friday. In the European session, USD/CAD is trading at 1.3767 at the time of writing, up 0.19%. The Canadian dollar has hit a rough patch and is on a seven-day slide in which it has fallen 1.6%.
by Kenneth Fisher
Pound shrugs as UK economy grew by 0.2%
The British pound is showing little movement on Friday in what has been a very quiet week for the currency. In the European session, GBP/USD is trading at 1.3071, up 0.10% on the day and its lowest level. The UK economy showed slight improvement in August with a 0.2% m/m gain, after no growth in both June and July.
by Kenneth Fisher
Euro lower as US inflation dips slightly
The euro is lower on Thursday. In the North American session, EUR/USD is trading at 1.0908, down 0.28%. The German economy has been struggling but there was positive news as German retail sales rose 1.6% in August and 1.5% in July, after declines of 1.1% in June and 1.4% in May.
by Kenneth Fisher
Gold (XAU/USD) Prices Hold Above $2600/oz.. Will US CPI Lead a Recovery in Price?
Gold prices are consolidating above $2600/oz, supported by uncertainty in the Middle East. Upcoming US CPI data will impact gold prices, with a softer print potentially boosting gold and a higher print strengthening the USD. Technically, gold is rangebound, with immediate resistance at 2624 and support at 2600. The geopolitical situation and CPI data will likely provide short-term clarity.
by Zain Vawda
GBP/USD Technical: Potential bullish reversal after 4-week slide as US CPI looms
This is a follow-up analysis of our prior report “GBP/USD Technical: Sterling bulls are in control” published on 27 August 2024. Click here for a recap.  Since our last publication, the price actions of the GBP/USD have rallied and hit the lower limit of the first medium-term resistance zone of 1.3400/3505 (printed an intraday high of 1.3434 on 26 September).
by Kelvin Wong
USD/JPY steady after Fed minutes
The yen is calm on Thursday after sharp losses a day earlier. In the European session, USD/JPY is trading at 148.88, down 0.28%. Fed minutes: next cut will likely be 25 bps The Federal Reserve released the minutes from the September meeting on Wednesday.
by Kenneth Fisher
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