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Nasdaq 100 index analysis: US real yields dominateThe Nasdaq 100 index ( US 100 ) has moved in the opposite direction of US real yields ( DFII10 ), which are the difference between nominal Treasury yields and market-based inflation expectations (also known as Breakeven yields). Real yields serve as a measure of the Fed's rate tightening aggressiveness. The 30-day correlation between Nasdaq 100 and US real yields is currently at -0.83, indicating a strong and inverse negative relationship. US real yields have risen dramatically since the start of the Fed hiking cycle in mid-March, from -0.7% to around 1% as of this writing, reflecting increased market expectations of a more stringent monetary policy. This means that the nominal yield on a 10-year Treasury (3.45%) is currently about 1% higher than the market measure of inflation expectations for the next 10 years (2.45%). Positive real returns on a safe asset like US Treasuries undoubtedly act as a deterrent to investing in riskier assets like stocks. Technology stocks are also way more sensitive to changes in Federal Reserve interest rates than stocks in other industries. Higher interest rates reduce the long-term expected cash flows for tech companies. As a result, tech stocks fall more than the overall stock market. The Nasdaq 100 has underperformed the broader S&P 500 ( US 500 ), which is down 17.7% year to date versus -26.5% for the tech-heavy index. After the US inflation rate continued to beat market expectations this week, markets have already fully priced in a 75 basis point hike at the FOMC meeting next week. The chances of another 75 basis point hike in November are also increasing, which would bring US interest rates to 4% ahead of the December meeting. Stronger rate hikes could put additional pressure on the tech-heavy Nasdaq index .
NASDAQ:NDX
by Capitalcom
Gold amid rising yields and dollar strengtheningSince we last covered gold , most of our views have played out, as real yields rose and dollar strengthened significantly. As central banks remain committed to fighting the greatest inflation seen in decades, we see continued headwind for the yellow metal. Going back to our real-yield and dollar analysis framework, we see 2 key points. Firstly, real yields have increased significantly as US Interest rates rise at unprecedented levels due to back-to-back rate hikes. Central bankers have continued to pre-empt the markets on the rates hiking path, and we see no reason for the US Federal Reserve to change its stance anytime soon. Thus, we think that real rates are likely to continue upwards. Secondly, the dollar is now trading at a 20-year high. With no major resistance until the 120 level, we see a clear path upwards as the backdrop of higher yield continues to favor the dollar. Looking at the charts we see a potential double top chart pattern, for gold. With the first peak slightly higher than the second and current prices trading near the neckline, we think the bearish set-up is almost complete for gold and prices are likely to decline from here. Barring any surprise data points from now till the next FOMC meeting in 2 weeks’ time, it is highly likely for the Fed to continue its hiking path which will drive real rates & the dollar higher. This presents a strong headwind to gold which could tip lower if we see a clear break of the neckline. As such we think gold is caught between a rock (higher yields) and a hard place (stronger dollar). Entry at 1723, stop at 1830. Target at 1530 and 1360. The charts above were generated using CME’s Real-Time data available on TradingView. Inspirante Trading Solutions is subscribed to both TradingView Premium and CME Real-time Market Data which allows us to identify trading set-ups in real-time and express our market opinions. If you have futures in your trading portfolio, you can check out on CME Group data plans available that suit your trading needs www.tradingview.com Disclaimer: The contents in this Idea are intended for information purpose only and do not constitute investment recommendation or advice. Nor are they used to promote any specific products or services. They serve as an integral part of a case study to demonstrate fundamental concepts in risk management under given market scenarios.
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