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EUR/USD: NFP looms as 1.1578 support faces critical test
EUR/USD faces a critical test at 1.1578 support, driven lower by geopolitical tensions (Middle East, Iran leadership succession) and a cautious ECB, contrasting with a strong US economy. The imminent NFP report is set to determine the pair's next major move toward 1.1500 or a rally above 1.1670.
05-03-2026 18:19 GMT by Zain Vawda
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Chart alert: DAX’s dead cat bounce may have ended, watch 24,000 downside trigger
European equities remain under pressure after a sharp selloff, with the DAX attempting a brief rebound that may prove to be a “dead cat bounce.” Rising geopolitical risks from the US–Iran conflict and energy supply concerns continue to weigh on sentiment. Technically, a break below 24,000 could confirm renewed downside momentum for the index in the near term.
05-03-2026 09:51 GMT by Kelvin Wong
Markets Today: KOSPI surges 9.63% to lead Asian rally, Europe struggles, FTSE 100 eyes recovery
Asian markets, led by a 9.63% surge in South Korea's KOSPI, saw a stellar rebound on diplomatic optimism. In contrast, European shares struggled, with the STOXX 600 dipping on escalating Middle East conflict and poor corporate earnings. The US dollar resumed its upward climb as a safe-haven, pressuring other currencies, while oil and gold prices continued to rise. Markets now await key US labor and eurozone data.
05-03-2026 09:46 GMT by Zain Vawda
Chart alert: WTI crude oil bullish breakout above $78.10/barrel in play
WTI crude oil has rallied nearly 19% since late February, breaking a long-term downtrend and reaching a 14-month high near $78. Escalating geopolitical tensions involving the United States, Israel, and Iran, alongside fears of disruption at the Strait of Hormuz, have amplified supply risks. With bullish momentum intact, markets are watching whether prices can break above $78.10 to target the $80–$84 range.
05-03-2026 06:16 GMT by Kelvin Wong

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Is Bitcoin's (BTC/USD) second $70k rejection a “buy the dip” opportunity?
Bitcoin (BTC/USD) retraces from $70,000 amid Middle East tensions and risk-off sentiment. The article discusses geopolitical headwinds, continued institutional buying by Michael Saylor and Anthony Pompliano, and a divided technical outlook with forecasts ranging from a painful crash to $40k-$50k to a recovery targeting $150,000. The $70,000 level is key.
03-03-2026 19:21 GMT by Zain Vawda
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Markets Today: KOSPI surges 9.63% to lead Asian rally, Europe struggles, FTSE 100 eyes recovery
Asian markets, led by a 9.63% surge in South Korea's KOSPI, saw a stellar rebound on diplomatic optimism. In contrast, European shares struggled, with the STOXX 600 dipping on escalating Middle East conflict and poor corporate earnings. The US dollar resumed its upward climb as a safe-haven, pressuring other currencies, while oil and gold prices continued to rise. Markets now await key US labor and eurozone data.
05-03-2026 09:46 GMT by Zain Vawda
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