The week of April 22–26 will be marked by ongoing trade tensions between the U.S. and China, a spotlight on PMIs in the U.S., Europe, and the U.K., and key earnings reports from Tesla and Alphabet—all set against a backdrop of volatility, safe-haven flows, and expectations of rate cuts. For additional insights into market movements, […]
Dollar Falls Sharply on Concerns Over Trump’s Threat to Federal Reserve Independence
The U.S. dollar plunged on Monday, hitting multi-year lows, as investors grew uneasy over potential political interference in the Federal Reserve’s independence. Comments from the White House hinting at a possible leadership shake-up at the central bank added to investor jitters. By 08:55 ET (14:55 GMT), the U.S. Dollar Index—which tracks the greenback against a […]
Stablecoins Could Reach USD 2 Trillion by 2028, Driving Massive Demand for Treasury Bonds
Stablecoins could experience an unprecedented boom if key legislation is passed in the United States this summer. According to an analysis by Standard Chartered, led by Geoff Kendrick, these digital assets could multiply their market value to $2 trillion in the next three years. This growth would also drive a new wave of demand for […]
Daily Technical Analysis EUR/USD: Euro Climbs to 1.1485, Highest Since 2022 Amid Weak Dollar
On Monday, the EUR/USD pair broke out of a consolidation zone that had held for several days, reaching its highest level since February 2022, around 1.1485. The advance was driven by persistent bearish sentiment surrounding the U.S. dollar (USD), which favors the continuation of the strong uptrend that has characterized the pair in recent weeks. […]
Learn Backtesting: Test Your Strategies Without Risking Real Money
Learning about backtesting will give you the option of discovering a powerful tool for testing your strategy in the world of trading. In this way, you will be able to improve the results of your operation, such as reducing risk and profitability. Backtesting uses information from the past to predict possible future results. For this […]
Dollar Further Weakened by the Effects of the Trade War; Pound Sterling Strengthens Despite Soft Inflation
The U.S. dollar extended its decline on Wednesday, weighed down by growing concerns over the Trump administration’s escalating trade war, while the British pound and euro advanced despite mixed economic data. As of 04:40 ET (08:40 GMT), the Dollar Index — which measures the greenback against six major currencies — fell 0.5% to 99.452. The […]
Daily Technical Analysis: EUR/USD Gains Ground Above 1.1250 Ahead of U.S. Retail Sales Data
The EUR/USD pair is trading in positive territory around 1.1285 on Wednesday, with the U.S. Dollar (USD) hovering near a three-year low against the Euro (EUR) as global trade tensions persist. Market participants are closely watching for the release of U.S. retail sales data and a speech by Federal Reserve (Fed) Chair Jerome Powell, both […]
Trump Considers Imposing Tariffs to Finance Bitcoin Reserves Without Affecting Taxpayers
Donald Trump’s administration is considering implementing tariffs or other alternative mechanisms to finance the purchase of Bitcoin without using public funds, according to Bo Hines, the former president’s chief crypto advisor. In a recent interview with Anthony Pompliano, an entrepreneur and influencer in the crypto ecosystem, Hines explained that Trump’s team is studying “creative and […]
Dollar Approaches Lows Amid Tariff Uncertainty, Euro Gains Strength Ahead of ECB Decision
The U.S. dollar wavered on Tuesday, lingering near a three-year low as investor confidence remains shaken by the Trump administration’s erratic trade policies. As of 04:45 ET (08:45 GMT), the U.S. Dollar Index — which measures the greenback against six major currencies — edged down to 99.395, holding close to the lows reached last week. […]
Outlook for the Week of April 14 – 18
The week of April 14–18 will be pivotal for markets, with the ECB expected to cut rates amid trade turmoil, while the Bank of Canada’s decision remains uncertain. Key data from the UK, China, Australia, and New Zealand will shape rate expectations, and U.S. retail sales may influence sentiment. For additional insights into market movements, […]