Analysis of GBP/CAD: Price Falls Below 1.800 Level
In the first nine months of 2024, the GBP/CAD exchange rate rose by over 7%, surpassing the significant 1.800 level.
The last time GBP/CAD remained consistently above this level was back in 2016, but it later dropped below. Since then, bulls have made two attempts to push the price above 1.800: in 2018 and...
XBR/USD Analysis: Brent Oil Price Soars After Attack on Israel
Following Israel's military operation in Lebanon, Iran launched a missile strike on Israel on October 1. Financial markets reacted sharply as soon as the first reports of the attack emerged:
→ U.S. stock indices dropped significantly, and Bitcoin also fell, with BTC/USD nearing the psychological...
Market Analysis: USD/JPY Eyes Fresh Increase
USD/JPY is rising and might gain pace above the 144.65 resistance.
Important Takeaways for USD/JPY Analysis Today
- USD/JPY climbed higher above the 142.50 and 143.40 levels.
- There is a connecting bullish trend line forming with support at 143.45 on the hourly chart at FXOpen.
USD/JPY Technical Analysis
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Market Analysis: EUR/USD Trims Gains
EUR/USD declined from the 1.1200 resistance and corrected gains.
Important Takeaways for EUR/USD Analysis Today
- The Euro started a fresh decline below the 1.1150 support zone.
- There is a connecting bearish trend line forming with resistance at 1.1070 on the hourly chart of EUR/USD at FXOpen.
EUR/USD Technical...
The British Pound Is Stronger than the US Dollar: Understanding the Reasons
GBP/USD is the third most actively traded currency pair on the foreign exchange market, after EUR/USD and USD/JPY. It is also one of the oldest pairs traded on forex. The British pound continues to cost more than the US dollar, despite the dollar overtaking it as the global reserve...
EUR/USD Rate Accelerates Decline Following European Inflation News
According to the Eurostat data released today:
→ Core CPI Flash Estimate (YoY): actual = 2.7%, expected = 2.7%, previous = 2.8%;
→ CPI Flash Estimate (YoY): actual = 1.8%, expected = 1.8%, previous = 2.2%.
This news, coupled with yesterday’s statements from the Fed Chair, led to the EUR/USD rate...
XAG/USD Analysis: Silver Price Fails to Hold at 11-Year High
As shown on the XAG/USD chart, during the trading session on 26th September, the price of silver surpassed the previous 2024 high (set in July), reaching levels last seen in December 2012.
Key drivers of silver’s price include news related to the Federal Reserve’s policy:
→ Last month, when the...
Automated Trading vs Manual Trading
In the modern world of trading, two distinct methodologies exist: manual trading vs algorithmic trading. Both these approaches aim at the same goal - to optimise profit and minimise losses in the financial markets. However, they vary significantly in their operation, the level of involvement required, and the nature of...
USD/JPY Analysis: The Yen Strengthens by Over 2.8% in One Day
According to Reuters, it was announced on Friday that Shigeru Ishiba, known for his tough stance on interest rates, will become Japan's next Prime Minister.
This news caused a sharp intraday reversal in the USD/JPY exchange rate on Friday: while the price initially rose in the morning (as shown by...
Alibaba Group (BABA) Share Price Rises Over 30% Since Early September
As shown on the Alibaba Group (BABA) stock chart, the price surpassed $107 on the NYSE on Friday, after trading below $85 at the start of the month.
Bullish sentiment surrounding Chinese stocks is driven by the authorities' plans to stimulate the country's economy:
→ According to Benzinga,...
Common Mistakes to Avoid in Trading
You have probably heard that trading is risky and that traders often make silly mistakes. At FXOpen, we know that many questions arise during trading regardless of your level of experience. In this article, we will discuss the common trading mistakes that you might make even if you have been in the markets for a long time.
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Brent Crude Oil Price Drops to Yearly Low
When analysing the oil market on the XBR/USD chart on 4th September, with Brent crude trading near its yearly low, we:
→ noted the formation of a descending channel (marked in red);
→ highlighted key support (marked in yellow), which has now been broken;
→ suggested the likelihood of an interim upward correction,...
Micron Technology (MU) Shares Surge by Approximately 15%
The US stock market is experiencing positive momentum following the much-anticipated decision by the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates this month. The S&P 500 (US SPX 500 mini on FXOpen) closed at a new all-time high, driven by yesterday's news of:
→ Steady US GDP growth at 3% annually
→ Low...
Market Analysis: Oil Price Dips Further
Crude oil is showing bearish signs and might decline below $66.80.
Important Takeaways for Oil Price Analysis Today
- Crude oil prices failed to clear the $72.20 region and started a fresh decline.
- There is a connecting bearish trend line forming with resistance at $68.10 on the hourly chart of XTI/USD at FXOpen.
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Market Analysis: Gold Price Sets New High
Gold price rallied further and traded to a new high above $2,680.
Important Takeaways for Gold Price Analysis Today
- Gold price started a steady increase from the $2,545 zone against the US Dollar.
- A key bullish trend line is forming with support near $2,665 on the hourly chart of gold at FXOpen.
Gold Price...
Natural Gas Price Hits 3-Month High
According to today's XNG/USD chart, the price of natural gas:
→ has risen by approximately 30% since the beginning of September;
→ is currently around the 2.95 level – the last time the price was at this level was at the end of June this year.
Bullish sentiment is supported by:
→ forecasts of a warmer autumn, which is...
Shares of Chinese Companies Surge
As evidenced by today’s Hang Seng chart (Hong Kong 50 on FXOpen), this stock index has risen to a yearly high.
Bullish sentiment in the market is bolstered by promises from China's top leadership, including President Xi Jinping, to achieve the growth target for 2024 and to halt the decline in the real estate market.
Bloomberg...
Institutional and Retail Traders: Where the Difference Lies
There are many players in the financial markets who can cause changes in trend direction, but let’s focus on institutional and retail traders. This FXOpen article compares retail vs institutional trading. You’ll learn about the characteristics of these types of traders, how they affect the markets, as...
