Market Insights with Gary Thomson: ECB Rates, US NFP, Canada’s Unemployment Rate, Earnings Reports
In this video, we’ll explore the key economic events, market trends, and corporate news shaping the financial landscape. Get ready for expert insights into forex, commodities, and stocks to help you navigate the week ahead. Let’s dive in!
In this episode, we...
Market Analysis: Oil Price Eyes Recovery
Crude oil price is recovering and it could climb further higher toward the $71.80 resistance.
Important Takeaways for Oil Price Analysis Today
- Crude oil prices are moving higher above the $68.90 resistance zone.
- There is a connecting bullish trend line forming with support at $69.50 on the hourly chart of XTI/USD...
Market Analysis: Gold Price Corrects Gains
Gold price rallied above $2,920 before correcting lower.
Important Takeaways for Gold Price Analysis Today
- Gold price rallied significantly above $2,900 and recently corrected lower against the US Dollar.
- A key bearish trend line is forming with resistance at $2,870 on the hourly chart of gold at FXOpen.
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Trump’s Tariff Threat: USD/CAD Hits Three-Week High
As we reported on 3 February, Trump’s tariffs pushed USD/CAD to a 22-year high.
However, a one-month tariff delay led to a sharp drop, sending USD/CAD to its 2025 low near 1.41550. As the end of the delay approaches, the pair has been climbing again since mid-February (as shown by the arrow).
Yesterday,...
Nasdaq 100 Hits Yearly Low, Led by NVDA Decline
The Nasdaq 100 (US Tech 100 mini on FXOpen) has fallen below 20,500 for the first time since November 2024.
Bearish sentiment driven by:
→ The latest US jobless claims report, which showed the highest figures of 2025.
→ Concerns over the destabilising and economically damaging potential of Donald Trump’s trade...
How Can You Use a Spinning Top Candlestick Pattern in Trading?
The spinning top candle is a key tool in technical analysis, highlighting moments of market indecision. This article explores what spinning tops represent, how they differ from similar patterns, and how traders can interpret them to refine their strategies across various market conditions.
What...
Gold Price Drops Towards Key Support Zone
As shown on the XAU/USD chart, the price of gold per ounce has already fallen by more than 1% today. This bearish sentiment may be driven by:
→ A strengthening US dollar, influenced by President Trump’s plans to impose international trade tariffs.
→ Market positioning ahead of key US economic data releases, including...
Nvidia (NVDA) Share Price Dips Slightly After Earnings Report
Following the close of the main trading session yesterday, Nvidia released its quarterly earnings report, exceeding analysts' expectations:
→ Earnings per share: Actual = $0.89, Expected = $0.84
→ Revenue: Actual = $39.3 billion, Expected = $38.1 billion (a 78% increase year-on-year)
It was also...
Tesla (TSLA) Share Price Drops by Over 8%
The Tesla stock chart today paints a grim picture for investors, as TSLA's price during trading on 25 February:
→ fell by more than 8% in a single day;
→ dropped below the psychologically significant $300 per share mark for the first time since early November 2024 (despite nearing $500 in late December 2024).
Why Tesla...
USD/CHF Rebounds from Yearly Low
As shown in the USD/CHF chart, the exchange rate dipped below 0.89250 Swiss francs per US dollar yesterday—the lowest level since December 2024. The Swiss franc, often seen as a safe-haven currency, may gain appeal due to:
→ heightened geopolitical tensions;
→ uncertainty surrounding Trump's plans to impose trade tariffs on 4...
Market Analysis: EUR/GBP Recovers
EUR/GBP is gaining pace and might extend its upward move above the 0.8300 zone.
Important Takeaways for EUR/GBP Analysis Today
- EUR/GBP started a fresh increase above the 0.8285 resistance zone.
- There is a major bullish trend line forming with support at 0.8300 on the hourly chart at FXOpen.
EUR/GBP Technical Analysis...
Market Analysis: GBP/USD Gains Strength
GBP/USD is attempting a fresh increase from the 1.2600 zone.
Important Takeaways for GBP/USD Analysis Today
- The British Pound is attempting a decent increase above the 1.2620 zone against the US Dollar.
- There is a connecting bullish trend line forming with support at 1.2625 on the hourly chart of GBP/USD at...
What Is an ETF and How Does ETF CFD Trading Work?
Exchange-traded funds, or ETFs, have gained significant popularity in recent years as a way to invest in a diversified portfolio of securities. But for the uninitiated, the world of ETFs can seem complex and overwhelming. So, what is an exchange-traded fund, and how does it work? In this article, we’ll cover...
Nike (NKE) Shares Surge 5%
The sportswear giant was among the top performers in the US stock market yesterday after Jefferies analysts raised their outlook:
→ Upgraded NKE stock from “Hold” to “Buy”
→ Increased the price target from $75 to $115
Amid fierce competition, NKE shares had been in a downtrend throughout 2023-2024, but a leadership change (which we...
The Three Black Crows Pattern: Trading Principles
Various candlestick and chart patterns indicate potential market reversals. One such formation is the three black crows pattern that indicates a potential bearish reversal in the price of an asset. You can find three black crows stock, commodity, and forex patterns. This FXOpen article will help you understand...
Coinbase (COIN) Shares Drop to Three-Month Low
The Coinbase (COIN) chart shows that, for the first time in 2025, the share price has fallen below the psychological $250 level.
Bearish factors impacting COIN:
One key factor driving negative sentiment is the confirmed hack of the ByBit cryptocurrency exchange, raising concerns about deposit security in the...
EUR/USD Chart Analysis: Exchange Rate Hits Highest Level Since Early February
The EUR/USD chart shows the euro rising above its previous February peak of 1.05155, set on the 14th.
On one hand, the euro's strength is driven by Germany’s national elections over the weekend, where the opposition conservatives, led by Friedrich Merz, secured victory as expected....
Market Analysis: NZD/USD Holds Strong—Are More Gains Ahead?
NZD/USD is also rising and could aim for a move above the 0.5800 resistance.
Important Takeaways for NZD/USD Analysis Today
- NZD/USD is consolidating above the 0.5720 support.
- There is a key bullish trend line forming with support at 0.5735 on the hourly chart of NZD/USD at FXOpen.
NZD/USD...
