The Bank of England has moved significantly closer to cutting interest rates after a narrow 5–4 MPC vote, falling inflation projections, and worsening UK economic outlook. Markets are increasingly pricing in a potential rate cut as early as March, adding volatility to the pound.
S&P 500, Dow Jones, Nasdaq Analysis and Trading Levels – Market Rebound: Dow Jones all-time highs! Equities surge as Japan's Nikkei leads (+4.2%) and US-Iran fears cool. Nvidia and AMD rally, but Google and Meta lag on AI CapEx concerns. We analyze the crypto bounce and how weak labor data is reshaping expectations for Wednesday's NFP.
US Dollar (DXY) Analysis & Dollar Update: The Greenback and Treasuries rally as markets deleverage, but fresh labor cracks (JOLTS, layoffs) signal trouble. We analyze the "Trump-Dollar" reversal, Kevin Warsh's impact, and whether the DXY is topping out ahead of Wednesday's delayed NFP.
Gold and silver have partially recovered after a sharp correction, but valuations remain elevated. The recent rally was not supported by falling real rates or higher inflation expectations, leaving prices vulnerable. Safe haven demand driven by geopolitical and policy uncertainty remains strong, limiting downside risks, but future gains are likely to be slower and more volatile.
Your guide to the week ahead: NFP forecast, major Central Bank decisions (RBA, BoE, ECB), and the continuation of 'Magnificent Seven' earnings with Alphabet and Amazon. Plus, analysis of the week's sharp commodity market reversal and the implications of Kevin Warsh's nomination as the next Fed Chair.
Join TraderNick and podcast host Jonny Hart as they discuss the latest market headlines, including a recent trade deal struck between the United States and India, developments in the precious metal markets, and a choice by the BLS to postpone Friday's NFP report.
Bitcoin multi-timeframe and Crypto Crash Analysis: Bitcoin plunges 50% from its $126k peak, mirroring the brutal 2021 collapse. With Solana down 70% and market cap erasing post-election gains, we analyze the "bubble burst" mechanics, the risk of a slide to $30,000, and how to spot accumulation zones without catching a falling knife.
Markets flash red after the latest geopolitical scare: Risk assets slide as the USS Abraham Lincoln downs an Iranian drone in the Arabian Sea. Bitcoin breaks $75k and stocks slip, while Oil and Metals rally on safe-haven flows. We analyze if current developments mark the start of a deeper deleveraging event.
Gold and silver have partially recovered after a sharp correction, but valuations remain elevated. The recent rally was not supported by falling real rates or higher inflation expectations, leaving prices vulnerable. Safe haven demand driven by geopolitical and policy uncertainty remains strong, limiting downside risks, but future gains are likely to be slower and more volatile.
XAU/USD, XAG/USD and XCU/USD Outlook –Metals Reversal: The bounce fades as metals turn bearish again. We explain why the recent 10-20% retracement signals weakness, unlike previous consolidations. With China's demand falling and stops triggering, the "easy trade" is over. Daily analysis for Gold, Silver, and Copper.