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Yen’s Appreciation Potential May Be Running Out
The yen’s medium-term outlook remains constructive, but much of the expected Bank of Japan tightening may already be priced in. With weak consumption limiting the scope for aggressive rate hikes, USD/JPY may consolidate near 155 unless the BoJ or Japan’s GPIF provides a fresh catalyst.
by Łukasz Zembik
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Chart alert: USD/JPY major bearish reversal below 200-day MA
USD/JPY has staged a major bearish reversal, breaking below its 200-day moving average as the Japanese yen strengthens sharply. Support from US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent for Japanese action, hawkish BoJ commentary and renewed FX intervention risk have reinforced the move. USD/JPY may see an oversold bounce, but failure to reclaim 158.04/50 could expose 155.03 and 153.84 as the next downside targets.
by Kelvin Wong
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See the latest economic data releases and geopolitical events influencing foreign exchange rates right now.

Yen’s Appreciation Potential May Be Running Out
The yen’s medium-term outlook remains constructive, but much of the expected Bank of Japan tightening may already be priced in. With weak consumption limiting the scope for aggressive rate hikes, USD/JPY may consolidate near 155 unless the BoJ or Japan’s GPIF provides a fresh catalyst.
by Łukasz Zembik
Chart alert: USD/JPY major bearish reversal below 200-day MA
USD/JPY has staged a major bearish reversal, breaking below its 200-day moving average as the Japanese yen strengthens sharply. Support from US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent for Japanese action, hawkish BoJ commentary and renewed FX intervention risk have reinforced the move. USD/JPY may see an oversold bounce, but failure to reclaim 158.04/50 could expose 155.03 and 153.84 as the next downside targets.
by Kelvin Wong
Gold awaits Warsh’s Jackson Hole speech
Gold is undergoing a shallow correction ahead of Kevin Warsh’s Jackson Hole speech. A neutral stance on easing financial conditions could support another test of USD 4,775 and USD 4,890 per ounce. A hawkish message, however, could revive expectations of a September rate hike, strengthen the dollar and trigger a deeper pullback.
by Łukasz Zembik
PCE price index preview & EUR/USD technical analysis
The upcoming PCE Price Index report, scheduled for release on Wednesday, August 26, is a pivotal indicator for Federal Reserve monetary policy. This article examines consensus expectations for headline and core PCE inflation, along with an overview of the associated personal income, spending, and savings data. Additionally, it provides a detailed technical analysis of EUR/USD, discussing recent breakout patterns, key support and resistance levels, and momentum following dovish FOMC minutes.
by Moheb Hanna
FX markets and central banks Overview - USD/CAD - AUD/USD
During the week of August 17–21, 2026, major currency pairs rallied against the U.S. dollar amid shifting monetary policy expectations. While accelerated Canadian inflation bolstered the CAD and a cooling job market complicated the RBA’s outlook in Australia, markets looked past hawkish FOMC minutes to price in upcoming Fed rate cuts, driving broad gains led by NZD and AUD.
by Moheb Hanna
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All the latest technical and fundamental analysis of major indices like the S&P 500 and Dow Jones, and more to help you develop an understanding of market trends and investment strategies.

NVIDIA earnings preview: AI capex, Blackwell ramp and 216.40 bullish breakout hold the key
NVIDIA heads into Q2 FY2027 earnings as the market’s key test of whether AI infrastructure demand is still accelerating fast enough to justify its US$5 trillion-plus valuation. Traders will focus on Data Centre revenue, Blackwell and Rubin execution, gross margins, Q3 guidance and AI capex sustainability. Technically, a breakout above 216.40 could revive the medium-term uptrend, while a daily close below 195.95 would weaken the bullish reversal case.
by Kelvin Wong
Chart alert: Microsoft (MSFT) bearish Head & Shoulders pattern emerges ahead of earnings
Microsoft's fiscal Q4 2026 earnings will be closely watched as investors assess whether the software giant can convert record AI infrastructure spending into stronger Azure growth, Copilot monetisation, and free cash flow. With Microsoft's Capex-to-Revenue ratio reaching a record high among the Magnificent 7 and technical indicators turning increasingly bearish, traders will focus on whether management's guidance can justify its elevated AI investment strategy.
by Kelvin Wong
Chart alert: Intel (INTC) bearish momentum intact below 120.35 as earnings loom
Intel reports its Q2 2026 earnings with investors closely watching whether its AI-driven turnaround can justify its 172% year-to-date rally. Beyond headline EPS and revenue, traders will focus on Data Centre and AI growth, capital expenditure, free cash flow, and management guidance. With technical indicators weakening and AI spending coming under greater scrutiny following Alphabet's earnings, Intel faces a critical test of both fundamentals and market sentiment.
by Kelvin Wong
Chart alert: Nasdaq 100 at risk of triggering a multi-week corrective decline leg
The Nasdaq 100 is showing signs of increasing technical and fundamental weakness as AI infrastructure stocks lose momentum and semiconductor volatility accelerates. Leveraged unwinding in memory-chip leaders, concerns over rising capital expenditure, and delayed AI monetisation are weighing on valuations. Discover why the 28,200 support level is a critical technical trigger and how semiconductor weakness could drive a broader multi-week correction in US technology stocks.
by Kelvin Wong
Chart alert: Bullish exhaustion signals sighted in Goldman Sachs (GS) ahead of earnings
Goldman Sachs heads into its Q2 2026 earnings after outperforming the S&P 500 and financial sector by a wide margin, raising the bar for another positive surprise. Investors will focus on investment banking fees, trading revenue, and management's outlook for capital markets activity. With US CPI, Fed Chair Kevin Warsh's testimony, and renewed Middle East tensions also driving sentiment, bearish technical signals suggest the stock may be approaching a mean-reversion phase.
by Kelvin Wong
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Explore the volatile world of cryptocurrencies. From Bitcoin to Ethereum and XRP, find the latest crypto news here.

The US labour market is losing momentum – as is the USD
The June U.S. jobs report points to a clear slowdown in the labor market, with weaker nonfarm payrolls growth, lower labor force participation, and easing wage pressure. While layoffs remain limited, the data reduce pressure on the Fed to tighten policy further and have weighed on the U.S. dollar.
by Krzysztof Kamiński
Chart alert: Bitcoin (BTC/USD) potential near-term bullish reversal emerging from the sub-$70K plunge
Bitcoin (BTC/USD) has suffered a sharp 16% correction after MicroStrategy’s unexpected sale of part of its Bitcoin holdings triggered a breakdown in market sentiment and accelerated ETF outflows. However, technical and on-chain indicators are now pointing toward potential selling exhaustion. Oversold RSI conditions, elevated long liquidations, and continued accumulation by long-term holders suggest Bitcoin may be nearing a bullish reversal if it can maintain support above US$62,250.
by Kelvin Wong
Cryptos fail to generate momentum continuous confusion – BTC and Ethereum (ETH) Technical Outlook
Cryptocurrency Market update: Bitcoin and Ethereum remain trapped in a tight, rangebound grind as digital assets decouple from the record-breaking rally seen in traditional US equities. While the tech-heavy Nasdaq surges on Strait of Hormuz peace headlines, explore our technical outlook to see if BTC’s consolidation around the $76,000 handle is signalling a localized top or a launching pad for a delayed catch-up rally.
by Elior Manier
Cryptos pulled back but sentiment rebounds, Opportunity? – BTC and Ethereum (ETH) Technical Outlook
Cryptocurrency Market update: Bitcoin pulls back from the monumental $80,000 psychological milestone, temporarily decoupling from the explosive risk-on rally seen in traditional US equities. As digital assets lag behind the tech-heavy Nasdaq following the latest US-Iran peace draft, explore our in-depth technical analysis of BTC and Ethereum (ETH) to determine if this consolidation is a bull trap or a discounted buying opportunity.
by Elior Manier
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Find out how supply and demand factors, geopolitical events, weather patterns and technical indicatiors influence prices on commodities like oil, gold, silver, metals and more.

Gold awaits Warsh’s Jackson Hole speech
Gold is undergoing a shallow correction ahead of Kevin Warsh’s Jackson Hole speech. A neutral stance on easing financial conditions could support another test of USD 4,775 and USD 4,890 per ounce. A hawkish message, however, could revive expectations of a September rate hike, strengthen the dollar and trigger a deeper pullback.
by Łukasz Zembik
Chart alert: Gold major bullish breakout as USD debasement narrative takes hold
Gold (XAU/USD) has staged a major bullish breakout, surging 4.35% on 19 August for its largest one-day gain since February 2026. The rally reflects growing US dollar debasement and fiscal-dominance concerns following larger US Treasury bond buybacks. Technical momentum remains bullish above the $4,434/$4,405 pivotal support, while a sustained break above $4,504 could reinforce the advance towards $4,580 and $4,640.
by Kelvin Wong
The US labour market is losing momentum – as is the USD
The June U.S. jobs report points to a clear slowdown in the labor market, with weaker nonfarm payrolls growth, lower labor force participation, and easing wage pressure. While layoffs remain limited, the data reduce pressure on the Fed to tighten policy further and have weighed on the U.S. dollar.
by Krzysztof Kamiński
Asia open: Micron earnings beat sparks global semiconductor rally, USD remains firm
Global technology stocks rebounded after Micron Technology delivered blockbuster FY Q3 earnings and record guidance, reinforcing confidence that AI infrastructure spending remains exceptionally resilient. Strong demand for HBM reignited semiconductor shares across Asia, while crude oil extended losses as the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz continued to unwind the geopolitical risk premium. Investors are now turning their focus to the US Core PCE inflation as the next major market catalyst.
by Kelvin Wong
Asia open: Tech selloff deepens as US Dollar strength pressures global markets
Global markets turned defensive as a broad technology selloff hit Wall Street and Asia-Pacific semiconductor stocks. The Nasdaq 100 plunged 3.3% while the US Dollar Index extended its breakout above 101.00, supported by rising Treasury yields and persistent higher-for-longer rate expectations. Meanwhile, oil prices continued to slide as Iranian export waivers and normalised Strait of Hormuz shipping flows accelerated the unwinding of the geopolitical risk premium.
by Kelvin Wong
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NVIDIA earnings preview: AI capex, Blackwell ramp and 216.40 bullish breakout hold the key
NVIDIA heads into Q2 FY2027 earnings as the market’s key test of whether AI infrastructure demand is still accelerating fast enough to justify its US$5 trillion-plus valuation. Traders will focus on Data Centre revenue, Blackwell and Rubin execution, gross margins, Q3 guidance and AI capex sustainability. Technically, a breakout above 216.40 could revive the medium-term uptrend, while a daily close below 195.95 would weaken the bullish reversal case.
by Kelvin Wong
Chart alert: Microsoft (MSFT) bearish Head & Shoulders pattern emerges ahead of earnings
Microsoft's fiscal Q4 2026 earnings will be closely watched as investors assess whether the software giant can convert record AI infrastructure spending into stronger Azure growth, Copilot monetisation, and free cash flow. With Microsoft's Capex-to-Revenue ratio reaching a record high among the Magnificent 7 and technical indicators turning increasingly bearish, traders will focus on whether management's guidance can justify its elevated AI investment strategy.
by Kelvin Wong
Chart alert: Intel (INTC) bearish momentum intact below 120.35 as earnings loom
Intel reports its Q2 2026 earnings with investors closely watching whether its AI-driven turnaround can justify its 172% year-to-date rally. Beyond headline EPS and revenue, traders will focus on Data Centre and AI growth, capital expenditure, free cash flow, and management guidance. With technical indicators weakening and AI spending coming under greater scrutiny following Alphabet's earnings, Intel faces a critical test of both fundamentals and market sentiment.
by Kelvin Wong
Chart alert: Bullish exhaustion signals sighted in Goldman Sachs (GS) ahead of earnings
Goldman Sachs heads into its Q2 2026 earnings after outperforming the S&P 500 and financial sector by a wide margin, raising the bar for another positive surprise. Investors will focus on investment banking fees, trading revenue, and management's outlook for capital markets activity. With US CPI, Fed Chair Kevin Warsh's testimony, and renewed Middle East tensions also driving sentiment, bearish technical signals suggest the stock may be approaching a mean-reversion phase.
by Kelvin Wong
Chart alert: SpaceX (SPCX) Nasdaq-100 inclusion flashes a historical “sell-the-news” warning
SpaceX's fast-tracked inclusion into the Nasdaq-100 is expected to unleash around US$4.3 billion of passive buying from index-tracking funds, but history suggests investors should be wary of a potential "sell-the-news" reversal. Explore why previous Nasdaq-100 additions such as Palantir and Strategy experienced sharp post-inclusion corrections, how SpaceX's elevated AI-driven valuation increases downside risks, and the key technical levels traders should monitor.
by Kelvin Wong
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