U.S. stock index futures dipped slightly Tuesday following recent gains, as investors awaited key earnings reports from the retail sector. As of 05:50 ET (09:50 GMT), Dow Jones Futures were down 90 points, or 0.2%. S&P 500 Futures fell 21 points, or 0.4%, while Nasdaq 100 Futures declined 100 points, or 0.5%. Wall Street’s main […]
Dollar Drops Again After the Tax Vote, the Euro Rises Because of Peace Talks in Ukraine
The U.S. dollar edged lower on Tuesday as markets focused on a pivotal tax bill vote, while the euro strengthened amid rising hopes for peace talks between Ukraine and Russia. As of 04:30 ET (08:30 GMT), the U.S. Dollar Index — which measures the greenback against a basket of six major currencies — dropped 0.3% […]
Outlook for the Week of May 19 – 23
The week of May 19–23 promises to be pivotal for global markets. In the U.S., investors will closely watch PMI data and speeches from key Federal Reserve officials for clues on the future path of interest rates—especially after April’s persistent inflation and the easing of recession fears following a surprising U.S.-China trade truce. Meanwhile, the […]
Texas Bitcoin Reserve Bill Nears Critical Vote Ahead of June Deadline
Senate Bill 21 (SB 21), which would authorize the creation of a state-managed Bitcoin reserve in Texas, is approaching a crucial vote in the Texas House of Representatives. With a June 2 deadline looming, the bill must pass quickly or risk expiration and reintroduction in a future legislative session. According to an update on the […]
Today’s Stocks to Watch: Walmart, Nvidia, and Tesla
Key Points To Watch Out For: Walmart (WMT): Political Pressure Hits Retail Giant Walmart shares fell in premarket trading after President Trump criticized the company for blaming tariffs for recent price increases. In a statement on Saturday, Trump called on the retailer to “absorb the cost” of tariffs instead of passing it on to consumers. […]
U.S. Stock Futures Fall After Moody’s Downgrade, Nvidia in the Spotlight
U.S. stock index futures fell sharply on Monday after credit rating agency Moody’s downgraded the U.S. government’s long-held top-tier rating, sparking renewed concerns over economic growth and ballooning debt levels. As of 05:15 ET (09:15 GMT), Dow Jones Futures were down 385 points (0.9%), S&P 500 Futures dropped 76 points (1.3%), and Nasdaq 100 Futures […]
Dollar Plummets After Moody’s Downgrade; Euro and Pound Sterling Rise
The U.S. dollar tumbled on Monday following a surprise downgrade of the country’s sovereign credit rating by Moody’s, just days before a critical vote on President Donald Trump’s tax reform bill. As of 04:20 ET (08:20 GMT), the U.S. Dollar Index — which tracks the greenback against six major currencies — had fallen 0.7% to […]
Daily Technical Analysis EUR/USD: Rises Toward 1.1200, Rebounds on Weaker U.S. Dollar Amid Fiscal Concerns
EUR/USD rebounded from previous session losses on Monday, trading near 1.1190 as the U.S. dollar came under pressure following Moody’s downgrade of the U.S. credit rating from Aaa to Aa1. The agency cited growing fiscal concerns, including ballooning debt and increasing interest payment burdens. This downgrade follows earlier moves by Fitch (2023) and Standard & […]
Trading Patterns: The Visual Key to Strategic Decision Making
In the sector of trading, understanding price behavior is essential for making informed decisions. One of the tools most commonly used by traders is pattern identification, which allows them to anticipate possible market movements. These patterns are graphical formations that repeat themselves in asset prices, and their correct interpretation can mean the difference between a […]
SEC Delays Solana, Litecoin ETFs; Reviews Dogecoin and BlackRock Proposals
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has delayed its decisions on Grayscale’s proposed Solana and Litecoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs), while opening public comment periods for two high-profile applications: BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF redemption model and 21Shares’ Dogecoin ETF. Grayscale Solana and Litecoin ETFs Face Delays The SEC extended its review of the Grayscale Solana Trust, […]