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Market Reality-Check – North American session Market Wrap for December 12

December 12th North-American Session Recap – The FOMC Week closes on a rough note. Check up the Daily asset and FX performance, what changed fundamentally and what's coming up on Monday.

12-12-2025 21:43 GMT by Elior Manier

From the FOMC to NFP and CPI – Markets Weekly Outlook

A week ahead preview: We are closing a highly volatile week after the Fed's 25 bps cut. With 2026 cuts heavily relying on softer data, next week will present some huge data (US NFP and CPI). Get ready for the upcoming week by looking at the past week's Market performance, what changed and the key events to expect in next week)

12-12-2025 19:02 GMT by Elior Manier

Dow Jones Down 0.7%, S&P 500 Slips 1.4% on Renewed AI Angst. Will Seasonality Come to the Rescue?

US stocks fell as Broadcom's AI profit warning fueled bubble fears and hawkish Fed officials Schmid and Goolsbee warned against early rate cuts. With the S&P 500's 9000 break in doubt, bulls look to strong December seasonality and the Santa Claus Rally.

12-12-2025 17:44 GMT by Zain Vawda

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Markets Flash Red After Fed's Goolsbee: Was the Post-Cut Rally a Trap?

Huge Market Reversal: We analyze the sudden volatility hitting global markets following dissenting Fed commentary. Despite initial rallies, a flash selloff has struck tech and metals while volatility spikes. We examine the US Dollar and sector divergences to see if this is a dip or a trend shift.

12-12-2025 16:16 GMT by Elior Manier

Gold (XAU/USD) Price Outlook: 1% to All-Time Highs, getting Jealous of Silver

Gold Technical Analysis: We analyze the overnight session rewind as Gold breaches major resistance and races toward new highs. With the Fed cutting rates and 2025 US Exceptionalism driving demand for Metals, we explore why gold gets such demand while Treasuries are losing appeal and how recent policy shifts fueled the rally.

12-12-2025 14:59 GMT by Elior Manier

Markets Today: Gold Breaches $4300/oz, UK Economy Contracts, Equities Soar. DAX Breaks Bull Flag Pattern

Global market wrap: Gold and silver surge to multi-week/record highs on a weak dollar and rate cut outlook. European and Asian stocks rally despite tech sector drag from Oracle's forecast. The UK economy unexpectedly contracted by 0.1%. US Dollar Index heads for a third weekly loss. DAX Index technicals

12-12-2025 10:59 GMT by Zain Vawda

Silver Takes the Crown – North American session Market Wrap for December 11

December 11th North-American Session Recap – Another wild post-FOMC session. Check up the Daily asset and FX performance, what changed fundamentally and what's coming up tomorrow.

11-12-2025 22:58 GMT by Elior Manier

Winners and Losers of the FOMC Rate Cut – Market Overview

Winners and Losers since the Fed Cut: We analyze the winners and losers following the Federal Reserve rate cut. While cuts generally boost assets, the divergence between short and long-term yields creates varied impacts. We break down performance across stocks, crypto, and bonds to spot the top segments dominating the charts.

11-12-2025 21:16 GMT by Elior Manier

Stocks rotation begins: Dow Jones leads the market while Nasdaq and Tech retreat

Dow Jones, Nasdaq, and S&P five hundred Technical Analysis: The Dow Jones hits record highs, extending its lead as the Nasdaq struggles with peak-AI fears. Higher jobless claims support the rate cut narrative, fueling a rotation into traditional, debt-heavy sectors. We analyze the intraday divergence as the US Dollar gets hammered.

11-12-2025 16:38 GMT by Elior Manier

Gold (XAU/USD) Forecast: $4250/oz Holds the Key for Bullish Continuation

Gold (XAU/USD) prices are range-bound following a mixed FOMC rate cut. The article analyzes the Fed's 'wait-and-see' stance, shifts in market rate expectations, the potential for US Dollar seasonal weakness, and the impact of the US-Venezuela geopolitical dynamic. Technically, $4250/oz is the key for bullish continuation

11-12-2025 14:30 GMT by Zain Vawda

Post-FOMC weakness: US Dollar breakdown continues after 25bps cut

US Dollar Index (DXY) Technical Analysis: The Greenback slides after the rate cut, despite a neutral stance and conservative outlook. Mechanical outflows are benefiting exotic currencies. With the Chair emphasizing inflation while flying blind on data, upcoming reports are critical. We analyze chart levels to see how deep the correction can go.

11-12-2025 14:02 GMT by Elior Manier

Markets Today: SNB Hold Rates, SoftBank Falls 7.7%, Gold Slips Post FOMC. DAX Holds Above Psychological 24000 Handle

Asian markets closed lower with SoftBank's plunge leading the decline following Oracle's disappointing forecast. The Swiss National Bank held rates at 0%. European shares edged lower due to tech sector weakness, overshadowing a less-hawkish US Fed. Oil and Gold slipped, but Silver hit a new record high. The US Dollar saw a small rebound, while the DAX Index holds a key psychological level at 24000.

11-12-2025 10:16 GMT by Zain Vawda

Nasdaq 100: Post-FOMC gains wiped out, but technicals are still bullish

The post-FOMC rally faded quickly as Nasdaq 100 and S&P 500 futures reversed on renewed US–China geopolitical tension and fresh AI valuation concerns. DeepSeek’s alleged use of smuggled Nvidia Blackwell chips and Oracle’s weak revenue hit sentiment. Still, Nasdaq 100 technicals remain constructive, with improving market breadth supporting a continued medium-term bullish bias.

11-12-2025 09:50 GMT by Kelvin Wong

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Markets higher after the Fed Cut, but Concerns Remain – North American session Market Wrap for December 10

December 10th North-American Session Recap – The Fed cut gives a huge push higher in Markets. Check up the Daily asset and FX performance, what changed fundamentally and what's coming up tomorrow.

10-12-2025 21:50 GMT by Elior Manier

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The Fed cuts rates by 25 bps to 3.75% – Market Reactions

The Fed just cut rates by 25 bps to 3.50%-3.75% Market reactions: 25 bps as expected, maintaining a neutral tone. While the dot plot suggests fewer cuts than markets priced for next year, Stocks, Bitcoin, and Commodities are rallying. We analyze the Summary of Economic Projections and the market reaction ahead of the Chair's speech.

10-12-2025 19:27 GMT by Elior Manier

Breaking News: US Federal Reserve cuts rates by 25 bps, bringing target range to 3.50 - 3.75%

The Federal Reserve has voted to cut rates by 25 basis points in its December 2025 decision, bringing the policy rate target range to 3.50% - 4.75% and meeting market expectations.

10-12-2025 19:00 GMT by Christian Norman

US Stock Index Levels before the FOMC: S&P 500, Nasdaq and Dow Jones

US Indices Technical Analysis: Volatility is contained ahead of the pivotal Federal Reserve meeting and "Dot Plot" release. We outline three key scenarios—from a bullish "Santa Pivot" to a "Hawkish Cut"—and analyze the technical levels for the S&P, Nasdaq, and Dow as they trade near record highs.

10-12-2025 17:15 GMT by Elior Manier

Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), and Solana (SOL) levels for the FOMC

Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), and Solana (SOL) Technical Analysis: Cryptocurrencies face volatility ahead of the critical Federal Reserve decision. A potential rate cut could boost risk appetite and cryptos but may be challenged if 2026 rate cuts reduce. We analyze intraday levels for the three market leaders to see if a rally is imminent.

10-12-2025 16:13 GMT by Elior Manier

USD/JPY: 5-day JPY weakness has reached an inflection point for potential reversal as FOMC looms

The FX market shows a sharp split, with AUD outperforming on RBA hawkishness while JPY weakens on mixed BoJ signals. USD/JPY’s five-day rally is losing momentum, with technicals pointing to a potential bearish reversal if price breaks below 156.00. Key supports sit at 155.35 and 154.40, while resistance at 157.15 remains the line that would invalidate the downside setup.

10-12-2025 12:10 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Markets Today: Chinese Inflation at 21-Month Highs, Silver Soars Above $61/oz as Markets Remain Cautious Ahead of the FED

The 'Opening Bell - Europe' details a cautious trading day ahead of the US Federal Reserve's rate decision. Key topics include Chinese inflation hitting a 21-month high, the Japanese yen's weakness despite expected Bank of Japan rate hikes, European stocks' slight dip, and the DAX Index holding a critical technical support level. Investors are keenly awaiting Fed Chair Jerome Powell's economic projections and comments.

10-12-2025 09:20 GMT by Zain Vawda