Trump’s Tariffs Push USD/CAD to a 22-Year High
As promised during his election campaign, US President Donald Trump introduced tariffs just two weeks after his inauguration:
→ 25% on goods from Canada and Mexico, prompting both countries to vow retaliatory measures.
→ 10% on Chinese goods, with China announcing plans to challenge the decision at the World Trade...
Market Analysis: EUR/GBP Falls Into The Red
EUR/GBP is declining and trading below the 0.8400 support level.
Important Takeaways for EUR/GBP Analysis Today
- EUR/GBP is declining and showing bearish signs below 0.8400.
- There is a key bearish trend line forming with resistance at 0.8370 on the hourly chart at FXOpen.
EUR/GBP Technical Analysis
On the...
Market Analysis: GBP/USD Falls Into The Red
GBP/USD failed to climb above 1.2500 and trimmed all gains.
Important Takeaways for GBP/USD Analysis Today
- The British Pound is showing bearish signs below 1.2400.
- There is a short-term declining channel forming with resistance near 1.2280 on the hourly chart of GBP/USD at FXOpen.
GBP/USD Technical Analysis...
Tesla (TSLA) Stock Rises Despite Disappointing Earnings Report
Following the close of the main trading session on 29 January, Tesla (TSLA) released an earnings report that fell short of analysts' expectations. The company reported:
→ Earnings per share (EPS) of $0.66, below the expected $0.74.
→ Revenue of $25.7 billion, missing the forecasted $27.3...
Microsoft (MSFT) Shares Drop Over 6% After Earnings Report
According to the Microsoft (MSFT) stock chart:
→ The candle on 29 January closed around $441 before the company released its Q4 2024 earnings report.
→ As a result, the 30 January session opened with a significant bearish gap and closed lower at around $415, marking a total decline of over 6%, despite...
USD/CAD Chart Analysis Following Bank of Canada’s Rate Cut
Unlike the Federal Reserve, which opted to leave its monetary policy unchanged, the Bank of Canada cut its interest rate yesterday. According to Forex Factory, as expected by analysts, the Overnight Rate was lowered by 25 basis points from 3.25% to 3.00%.
According to Reuters:
→ The Bank of Canada...
Nasdaq 100 Hovering Near Weekly Highs in a Volatile Week
As shown on the 4-hour chart of the Nasdaq 100 (US Tech 100 mini on FXOpen), the index stood around the 21,600 level this morning, near the weekly high that formed at Monday’s open.
This suggests that the tech-stock index has almost fully recovered from the decline triggered by the launch of AI from the...
10 Technical Indicators Every Trader Uses for Trading
Technical analysis indicators are essential tools for traders to analyse every aspect of market movements, including market trends, momentum, volume, and volatility. This article explores ten key technical indicators you could add to your toolkit. Read detailing definitions, uses, and the signals they provide...
Market Analysis: Oil Takes a Hit
Crude oil is showing bearish signs and might decline below $72.20.
Important Takeaways for Oil Price Analysis Today
- Crude oil prices failed to clear the $80.00 region and started a fresh decline.
- There is a key bearish trend line forming with resistance at $73.85 on the hourly chart of XTI/USD at FXOpen.
Oil Price...
Market Analysis: Gold Price Climbs
Gold price rallied further and traded above the $2,750 resistance.
Important Takeaways for Gold Price Analysis Today
- Gold price started a steady increase from the $2,715 zone against the US Dollar.
- It cleared a connecting bearish trend line with resistance at $2,750 on the hourly chart of gold at FXOpen.
Gold Price...
Alibaba (BABA) Shares Surge Following AI Model Launch
Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba has unveiled an upgraded version of its artificial intelligence model, Qwen2.5 Max. According to the company, the model:
→ Outperforms DeepSeek, the AI model that made headlines this week, in several key areas.
→ Achieves "competitive performance compared to top-tier models,"...
S&P 500 Rebounds After Monday’s Drop
The S&P 500 index (US SPX 500 mini on FXOpen) has recovered following Monday’s sharp decline, which was triggered by the success of Chinese startup DeepSeek and its AI model. As of this morning, the index is trading above the week’s early high.
This resilience suggests that the stock market has stabilised ahead of the...
What Is a High and Tight Flag Pattern, and How Can You Trade It?
The high and tight flag pattern is a formation in technical analysis, signalling a continuation of a strong bullish trend. Recognised by its sharp rise followed by brief consolidation, this formation is highly valued by traders. In this article, we delve into the specifics of the high and tight flag...
Nvidia (NVDA) Stock Price Drops by Approximately 17%
The start of 2025 appeared favourable for Nvidia (NVDA) shares from a fundamental perspective:
→ On 6 January, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang delivered a keynote at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES).
→ On 22 January, the company's stock prices rose following President Trump's Stargate project...
Understanding a Currency Peg: Definition, Mechanisms, and Implications
Fixed exchange rates, a cornerstone of international finance, play a pivotal role in shaping global commerce and investment landscapes. This article delves into their intricacies, exploring the historical evolution, practical understanding, and the balance of benefits and challenges they...
Market Insights with Gary Thomson: BoC, Fed & ECB Interest Rates, PCE Price Index, Earnings Reports
In this video, we’ll explore the key economic events, market trends, and corporate news shaping the financial landscape. Get ready for expert insights into forex, commodities, and stocks to help you navigate the week ahead. Let’s dive in!
In this episode:
- BoC...
Apple (AAPL) Stock Price Analysis: Worst Start to the Year Since 2008
On 27 December, while analysing Apple (AAPL) stock, we noted: "Traders should consider the possibility of a pullback below the key psychological level of $250, with the price potentially retreating to the lower purple boundary."
A month later, Bloomberg reports:
→ By the close of trading on...
XNG/USD Analysis: Bears Pressure Key Support
On 5 December, while analysing the natural gas chart, we noted that price movements:
→ were forming an ascending channel (shown in blue);
→ support from the lower boundary of the channel (reinforced by the psychological level of 3.000) was already evident in a nascent price reversal (indicated by an arrow).
As the...
