S&P 500 Falls Following Downgrade of US Credit Rating
On Friday, 16 May, after markets had closed, Moody’s Ratings announced a downgrade of the long-term sovereign credit rating of the United States from the highest level of Aaa to Aa1. The key reasons cited by Moody’s were the rising national debt and interest payments, as well as expectations of a further...
Netflix (NFLX) Share Price Reaches Record High
According to the charts, Netflix (NFLX) shares have risen above $1,170 – the highest level in the company’s history. Since the start of 2025, the price of NFLX stock has increased by approximately 33%, while the S&P 500 index (US SPX 500 mini on FXOpen) remains close to its opening levels from 2 January.
Why Is...
Coinbase (COIN) Shares to Be Added to the S&P 500
According to media reports, shares of the cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase Global (COIN) are scheduled to be added to the S&P 500 index (US SPX 500 mini on FXOpen) on 19 May, replacing Discover Financial Services (DFS), which is in the final stages of being acquired by Capital One Financial (COF). The deal,...
Gold Price Drops to Lowest Level in Over a Month
As shown on the XAU/USD chart, the price of gold fell below $3,130 this morning – its lowest level since 10 April.
Since its peak in May, gold has lost more than 8% in value per ounce.
Why Is Gold Falling?
Bearish sentiment in the gold market may be fuelled by easing geopolitical tensions. According to media...
Bullish Engulfing Pattern: A Strong Reversal Signal
The bullish engulfing pattern is a two-candlestick formation that suggests a possible reversal from a downtrend to an uptrend in the financial market. This particular pattern holds immense value for traders and technical analysts as it equips them with the means to discern potential buying opportunities. In...
Nvidia (NVDA) Share Price Jumps Over 5%
Nvidia (NVDA) shares surged to the $130 mark yesterday – a level not seen since late February 2025. This strong rise, marked by a wide bullish candlestick, helped Nvidia reclaim its status as a company valued at over $3 trillion.
Why Nvidia (NVDA) Shares Are Rising
The bullish sentiment has been driven by several...
S&P 500 Index May Lose Upward Momentum
Yesterday’s inflation data release held no major surprises, as the actual Consumer Price Index (CPI) figures came in close to analysts’ forecasts.
According to Forex Factory:
→ Annual CPI: actual = 2.3%, forecast = 2.4%, previous = 2.4%;
→ Monthly Core CPI: actual = 0.2%, forecast = 0.3%, previous = 0.1%.
Overall, stock...
Market Analysis: EUR/GBP Loses Ground
EUR/GBP declined steadily below the 0.8460 and 0.8440 support levels.
Important Takeaways for EUR/GBP Analysis Today
- EUR/GBP is trading in a bearish zone below the 0.8460 pivot level.
- There was a break above a connecting bearish trend line with resistance near 0.8410 on the hourly chart at FXOpen.
EUR/GBP...
Market Analysis: GBP/USD Edges Higher
GBP/USD is attempting a fresh increase above the 1.3270 resistance.
Important Takeaways for GBP/USD Analysis Today
- The British Pound is attempting a fresh increase above 1.3250.
- There was a break above a key bearish trend line with resistance at 1.3270 on the hourly chart of GBP/USD at FXOpen.
GBP/USD Technical...
Hammer Candlestick: Meaning and Signals
Technical analysis is a commonly used approach in the financial markets. It involves studying historical price data to make informed trading decisions. Among the various tools and formations employed in technical analysis, the hammer candlestick pattern stands out as a powerful tool. This article will delve into the meaning...
Amazon (AMZN) shares jump more than 7%
As shown in the Amazon (AMZN) share chart, the price surged by over 7% yesterday, breaking above the key psychological level of $200 and closing at its highest point since early March.
The sharp rise in demand was driven by reports of a trade truce between the US and China following talks in Geneva. According to Reuters,...
Hang Seng Index Pulls Back as Trade Deal Optimism Fades
Yesterday, Hong Kong’s Hang Seng Index (Hong Kong 50 on FXOpen) climbed above the 23,600 mark, supported by progress made during US–China tariff negotiations.
However, today the Hang Seng Index (HSI) has dropped towards the 23,100 level, which may be explained by fading optimism that dominated the market a...
Is There the Best Moving Average For Swing Trading?
In swing trading, moving averages are widely used to analyse market trends and identify potential turning points. In this article, we’ll dive into the most commonly used MAs, their unique characteristics, and how they can be applied in swing trading strategies.
What Are Moving Averages?
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Market Insights with Gary Thomson: US Inflation Rate, UK GDP Growth Rate, US PPI, 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:
— US...
Tesla Shares (TSLA) Hit Two-Month High
During Friday’s trading session, Tesla shares briefly rose above the $300 mark — the first time in over two months. Although the daily candle closed below this key psychological level, TSLA still outperformed the broader stock market.
This move was supported by:
→ Investor approval of Elon Musk’s late-April pledge to...
Stock Markets Rise Amid US–China Trade Deal Progress
As the chart shows, the Nasdaq 100 index (US Tech 100 mini on FXOpen) formed a bullish gap at Monday’s market open and, as of this morning, is trading at its highest level since early March.
This is driven by the announcement from the Trump administration of progress in securing a trade deal with China,...
Market Analysis: NZD/USD Ready to Climb Again
NZD/USD is also rising and could aim for a move above the 0.5945 resistance.
Important Takeaways for NZD/USD Analysis Today
- NZD/USD is consolidating above the 0.5915 support.
- There was a break above a connecting bearish trend line with resistance at 0.5910 on the hourly chart of NZD/USD at FXOpen.
NZD/USD...
Market Analysis: AUD/USD Ready to Climb Again
AUD/USD is attempting a fresh increase from the 0.6370 support.
Important Takeaways for AUD/USD Analysis Today
- The Aussie Dollar found support at 0.6370 and recovered higher against the US Dollar.
- There was a break above a key bearish trend line with resistance at 0.6410 on the hourly chart of AUD/USD at...
