September – The Worst Month for the S&P 500
August was a turbulent month for the US stock market. On the 5th, the S&P 500 (US SPX 500 mini on FXOpen) experienced its largest daily drop since 2022, falling by 3%. However, the index ended August up by 3.7% and is now just 0.3% below its all-time high of around 5672 set in July.
What can we expect in September?...
How to Perform Fundamental Analysis of Stocks
In the dynamic world of financial markets, traders seek every available edge to make informed decisions. Among the numerous tools at their disposal, two approaches stand out: technical analysis and fundamental analysis of stocks. In this article, we will explore what fundamental analysis is, how it applies to stocks,...
Weekly Market Wrap With Gary Thomson: EUR/USD, NASDAQ 100, NVIDIA, Gold and Oil
Get the latest scoop on the week's hottest headlines, all in one convenient video. Join Gary Thomson, the COO of FXOpen UK, as he breaks down the most significant news reports and shares his expert insights.
- EUR/USD falls below 1.11 support
- NASDAQ 100 consolidates ahead of...
USD/CHF Rebounds from Yearly Lows
The USD/CHF pair tested its yearly low slightly below 0.84100 yesterday but has since recovered to just above 0.84800 today.
The bullish sentiment was supported by positive news about the U.S. economy—data released yesterday showed GDP growth for the second quarter at 3.0%, surpassing the expected 2.8%.
Bulls may find further...
Buffett's Company Hits $1 Trillion Market Cap
Berkshire Hathaway's (BRK.B) Class B shares surpassed $465 this week, while Class A shares exceeded $700,000, pushing the market capitalisation of Warren Buffett's company past the $1 trillion mark. This milestone makes it the first non-tech U.S. company to join the trillion-dollar club, alongside Apple, Nvidia,...
Market Analysis: NZD/USD Regain Strength
NZD/USD is showing positive signs and might attempt a fresh increase above 0.6275.
Important Takeaways for NZD USD Analysis Today
- NZD/USD is correcting gains from the 0.6300 zone.
- There is a major bullish trend line forming with support at 0.6255 on the hourly chart of NZD/USD at FXOpen.
NZD/USD Technical...
Market Analysis: AUD/USD Regain Strength
AUD/USD is consolidating gains from the 0.6825 zone.
Important Takeaways for AUD USD Analysis Today
- The Aussie Dollar rallied above the 0.6735 and 0.6750 resistance levels against the US Dollar.
- There is a key bullish trend line forming with support at 0.6795 on the hourly chart of AUD/USD at FXOpen.
AUD/USD...
EUR/USD Falls Below 1.11 Support
On 26 August, we discussed the potential for a pullback after the rally to 1.12, noting:
→ The fluctuations since April formed an ascending channel (indicated in blue, with support points marked by circles), and the price was near its upper boundary, where resistance was likely;
→ The 1.12 level also showed signs of resistance –...
Nvidia (NVDA) Shares Fall Despite Strong Earnings
Yesterday, after the close of the main trading session, Nvidia released its second-quarter earnings report:
→ Earnings per share: actual = $0.67, expected = $0.647;
→ Revenue: $30.04 billion, expected = $28.737 billion;
→ The company also announced a $50 billion share buyback.
However, despite the strong...
Theories of Technical Analysis
Dive deep into the intricacies of technical analysis with a close examination of five pivotal theories of technical analysis — Dow, Wyckoff, Gann, Elliott, and Merrill. Unravel their foundational concepts, applications, and histories to gain a comprehensive grasp of market dynamics with this article.
Dow Theory
The Dow Theory,...
AUD/USD: Price Faces Resistance After CPI Release
Today, the Australian Bureau of Statistics released the Consumer Price Index (CPI) figures. According to ForexFactory, the actual annual inflation rate was 3.5% (expected = 3.4%, previous = 3.8%). In other words, inflation in Australia is declining, but not at the pace that might have been hoped for.
The initial...
Nasdaq 100 Consolidates Ahead of Nvidia Report
Today, after the main trading session ends, Nvidia (NVDA) – the second-largest company by market capitalisation and the leader of 2024 amid the AI boom – will release its second-quarter earnings report.
It’s reasonable to assume that market participants are anticipating this event, which will likely trigger a surge...
Market Analysis: Oil Prices Signal More Upsides
Crude oil prices climbed higher above $76.00 before the bears appeared.
Important Takeaways for Oil Prices Analysis Today
- Crude oil prices extended gains above the $76.00 and $77.00 resistance levels.
- There was a break below a key bullish trend line with support at $75.80 on the hourly chart of XTI/USD at...
Market Analysis: Gold Prices Signal More Upsides
Gold price started a fresh increase above the $2,500 resistance level.
Important Takeaways for Gold Price Analysis Today
- Gold price started a steady increase from the $2,470 zone against the US Dollar.
- A connecting bullish trend line is forming with support near $2,505 on the hourly chart of gold at...
How to Overcome Trading Psychology Challenges
Dealing with common trading psychology challenges involves identifying and addressing the emotional and psychological factors that impact performance. This means you need to know how to manage fear, greed, hope, and regret carefully. In this post, we’ll talk about forex trading psychology and proper emotional...
XNG/USD: Natural Gas Price Hits 2.5-Week Low
As shown on the XNG/USD chart, today, the price of natural gas fell below $2.16 for the first time since 8 August.
Bearish sentiment is being driven by the fact that: → This is the last week of summer. Gas consumption typically decreases in mid-September as the use of air conditioning declines; → Gas storage levels...
Broadcom Inc. (AVGO) Shares Drop Over 4%
As shown by the chart, yesterday, shares of Broadcom Inc. (AVGO)—a US technology company ranked in the top 10 by market capitalisation—were among the worst performers in terms of price movement.
This is a warning sign for those investing in semiconductor manufacturers, considering that:
→ Tomorrow, data on Nvidia’s...
Enhancing Trading Proficiency: Top Educational Resources
Staying abreast of the ever-evolving market trends and honing trading techniques are critical aspects of becoming a successful trader. Luckily, a plethora of educational resources are readily available to aid traders in enhancing their skills and decision-making abilities. In this FXOpen article, we will...
