Daily market commentary featuring timely analysis of price action and economic events. Stay informed with expert observations on the themes shaping global markets.
Correlations: Oil, Gold and Yields
On days when news flow moves the market in an abrupt and sudden way—and when it’s normal to see gold down -4.03% while UK Brent oil rises +7.80% (as happened this morning), following market reactions to a speech, a statement, or a newswire release—today we want to briefly show what we mean when we talk […]
EURUSD Falls Below 1.1550
The EUR/USD pair fell below 1.1550 on Thursday during the Asian session, April 2, struggling to hold onto gains from the past two days. Renewed demand for the safe-haven US Dollar (USD) followed US President Donald Trump’s warning that Iran could face severe consequences in the coming weeks, including potential strikes on its energy infrastructure. […]
Value Trap Explained: How to Recognize Fake Bargains in the Stock Market
Every investor is naturally attracted to a bargain. There is a certain excitement in discovering a stock that appears undervalued, trading far below what it should be worth. This idea forms the foundation of value investing, a strategy made famous by legendary figures such as Benjamin Graham and Warren Buffett. However, not every low priced […]
Markets, US100 Rally on Unconfirmed News
At 17:35 GMT yesterday, major international news agencies circulated a report stating that Iranian President Pezeshkian had told Islamic Republic News Agency: “We’re ready to end war, but want guarantees.” This headline triggered a sharp rally in equities, while both oil and the U.S. dollar declined significantly within minutes. However, a key issue has emerged: […]
Market Commentary 2026-04-01
Daily market commentary featuring timely analysis of price action and economic events. Stay informed with expert observations on the themes shaping global markets.
Bitcoin Easter Lull, Bearish Bets Rise
Bitcoin is expected to enter a quieter trading phase during the Easter holiday period, as reduced global participation typically leads to softer activity and muted price movements. As of April 1, Bitcoin is trading around $68,177 with minimal daily change. Despite this stability, underlying indicators point to a seasonal slowdown combined with increasing bearish sentiment […]
Market Commentary 2026-03-31
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OECD UK Downgrade: FTSE & GBPUSD Outlook
The OECD’s latest economic outlook, published on March 26, delivered a stark verdict on the UK who received the biggest downgrade to its 2026 growth forecast among all major OECD member countries, with GDP growth now projected at just 0.7% for the year, down 0.5% from a previous estimate of 1.2%. The downgrade reflects the […]
Markets Dip on Iran Tensions
Global energy markets edged lower in early Asian trading on Tuesday, March 31, as investors reacted to geopolitical developments surrounding Iran and shifting signals from Donald Trump. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) futures for May delivery fell 0.72% to $102.14 per barrel, while Brent crude futures declined 1% to $111.55 per barrel, reversing earlier gains as […]