DAX Stock Index Rises Over 20% Year-to-Date
The German DAX 40 index (Germany 40 mini on FXOpen) is showing significantly stronger performance than other major global stock indices as of the end of May. For comparison, since the beginning of 2025:
→ The tech-heavy Nasdaq 100 has remained largely flat;
→ The S&P 500 is down by 1%;
→ Japan’s Nikkei 225 has fallen...
EUR/USD Hits Key Resistance Level
Although financial markets in both the US and the UK are closed for a public holiday today, Donald Trump is keeping traders on their toes. According to a fresh Reuters report, the US President has backed down from his threat to impose 50% tariffs on EU goods from 1 June, following a phone call from European Commission President...
Market Analysis: USD/CAD Declines Steadily
USD/CAD declined and now is consolidating below the 1.3800 level.
Important Takeaways for USD/CAD Analysis Today
- USD/CAD started a fresh decline after it failed to clear the 1.4000 resistance.
- There is a connecting bearish trend line with resistance at 1.3740 on the hourly chart at FXOpen.
USD/CAD Technical...
Market Analysis: GBP/USD Rallies
GBP/USD started a fresh increase above the 1.3520 zone.
Important Takeaways for GBP/USD Analysis Today
- The British Pound is eyeing more gains above the 1.3600 resistance.
- There is a key bullish trend line forming with support at 1.3540 on the hourly chart of GBP/USD at FXOpen.
GBP/USD Technical Analysis
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Palantir Technologies (PLTR) Shares Pull Back from Another High
Shares in Palantir Technologies (PLTR), a company specialising in big data analytics software, have seen phenomenal growth in 2024, surging by approximately 340%, making it the top performer in the S&P 500 (US SPX 500 mini on FXOpen). This exceptional performance was driven by booming demand for...
USD/CAD Rate Drops Towards Yearly Lows
The USD/CAD chart is currently showing clear signs of a bearish trend, characterised by a sequence of lower highs and lower lows (A→B→C→D→E→F→G).
This week’s decline suggests the downward structure may continue to develop, putting the current yearly low around the 1.3770 level at risk.
Why Is USD/CAD Falling?
On one...
High-Frequency Trading (HFT) in Forex and Stocks
High-Frequency Trading (HFT) has garnered significant attention due to its transformative impact on markets, reshaping the way they operate, influencing liquidity, price discovery, and overall efficiency. In this FXOpen article, we focus on high frequency forex and stock trading, its definition and its specific...
Apple (AAPL) share price slips towards psychological $200 level
Yesterday, Apple shares (AAPL) fell by 2.5%, edging closer to the key psychological threshold of $200. Moreover, the stock is underperforming the broader market, which reached new highs earlier this week — a move AAPL has yet to replicate.
Why is AAPL’s stock price declining?
According to media...
Market Structure Shift Meaning and Use in ICT Trading
In ICT (Inner Circle Trader) trading, understanding Market Structure Shifts (MSS) is crucial for accurately interpreting market trends and making informed trading decisions. This article delves into the significance of MSS, its distinct indicators, and how it integrates with other trading elements like Breaks...
Tesla (TSLA) Shares Rebound on Musk’s Comments
According to media reports, speaking via video link at the Qatar Economic Forum, Elon Musk stated that he plans to:
→ remain Tesla’s CEO for another five years;
→ reduce his focus on politics, saying he feels he has already done enough;
→ increase his stake in the company from 12.5% to 25%.
These comments, which...
USD/JPY Dips Further
USD/JPY declined below 144.50 and is currently consolidating losses.
Important Takeaways for USD/JPY Analysis Today
- USD/JPY is trading in a bearish zone below the 146.10 and 144.90 levels.
- There is a short-term bearish trend line forming with resistance at 144.25 on the hourly chart at FXOpen.
USD/JPY Technical Analysis
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EUR/USD Regains Pace
EUR/USD started a decent upward move above the 1.1225 resistance.
Important Takeaways for EUR/USD Analysis Today
- The Euro found support and started a recovery wave above the 1.1250 resistance zone.
- There is a connecting bullish trend line forming with support at 1.1280 on the hourly chart of EUR/USD at FXOpen.
EUR/USD Technical...
Oil Prices Surge Amid Threat of Strike on Iran
As shown on today’s XBR/USD chart, Brent crude oil prices have jumped (as indicated by the arrow) to a one-week high. This surge follows U.S. intelligence reports suggesting that Israel may be preparing to strike Iran’s nuclear facilities.
Although CNN, citing officials, noted that it remains unclear whether...
What Is the ICT Silver Bullet Strategy, and How Does It Work?
The ICT Silver Bullet strategy offers traders a unique approach to capitalising on market opportunities during specific trading hours. This article explored this advanced strategy, explaining the role of fair value gaps, liquidity, and timeframes and how to implement it.
Understanding the ICT...
UnitedHealth (UNH) Share Price Rebounds
A month ago, in our analysis of the UNH chart, we:
→ highlighted that UnitedHealth shares had lost nearly 23% in value;
→ drew a descending channel and suggested that bearish pressure could continue, threatening the support level around $450, which had held since early 2022.
Since then, UNH’s stock price decisively broke...
RBA Cuts Rates. AUD Declines
Today, the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) decided to cut the interest rate from 4.10% to 3.85%, continuing its easing policy after a previous cut from 4.35% in February.
According to Reuters, the RBA today cited:
→ progress made in bringing inflation under control;
→ economic risks linked to the ongoing global trade war.
Although...
Market Insights with Gary Thomson: RBA Rate Decision, Canada & UK Inflation 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...
Analysing the Spike in Volatility on the Walmart (WMT) Share Price Chart
On Thursday, the US retail giant reported its quarterly results — which turned out to be broadly better than expected. While total revenue was roughly in line with analysts’ forecasts, earnings per share came in higher at $0.61 versus the expected $0.57.
At the same time, Walmart CEO Doug...
