I know I know. No way, will we ever see the rand at R17.00 let alone R16.80. But the charts say it's possible. I doubt it will be allowed with such inflationary issues. However, with an unstable US presidency and an uncertain world with the US Dollar it actually has some semblance of possibility. HEre are some other reasons for upside for the ZAR: 1. High...
What a year it's been for gold and it's only MARCH! Once again, Gold proves to be the safe, safer and SAFEST haven of all markets and stands the test of time. With the psychological price breaking above $3,000 - this is unprecedented. Here are some reasons why Gold is going up and it should go up further from here. FUNDAMENTAL REASONS FOR GOLD UPSIDE: ...
After all my bearishness with market analysis. There is one metal that is showing semblance of hope and upside. Gold's baby sister to follow along a Resource train in 2025. Silver. Now there are a few reasons we've seen upside inccluding: Inflation Hedge: Investors are buying silver as a hedge against rising inflation, keeping prices on the up and up...
Here's an analysis I really don't want to do. The EUR/ZAR is showing strong upside to come. Great for the EURO, great for Europe, Great for South African exports. Not great for the South AFrican consumer who was planning on sailing to Mykonos this year. Anyways, here are some reasons for the EURO strength and why we could see the ZAR come down a bit. ...
The Dow Jones, continues to underperform international markets in 2025. The Trump Administration is an unstable one which is causing such fear and uncertainty. It seems like the very essence of policies, procedures and compliance are falling out with the ad hoc and sudden decisions being made by a small group of plutocrats. Here is why the Dow Jones might...
Bitcoin has been very unstable this year, probably due to the new Administration. MIGHT be due to the influx of regulations or government transactions. MIGHT be due to Demand and Supply changes. MIGHT be due to the volatility between countries. Regulatory Worries 🏛: Fears about stricter rules and crackdowns are making investors jittery. Profit-Taking...
This looks like a JOKE. But when you look at the DAILY chart - text book says the price is going to hit $56.13! As long as the price remains below the DOwntrend, it will seem feasible and there may be a few fundamental reasons for such downside. Oversupply 📈: Too much oil flooding the market is keeping prices low. Economic Slowdown 📉: Sluggish global...
🏊♂️ Do You Ever Try Swimming Upstream? Unless you’re doing it for exercise and the strain… You’ll know it’s exhausting. And if you go against the direction of the waves, you’ll get nowhere very slowly—until you either reach the destination or give up. Well, I find that trading against the trend is just as bad. When you trade against the trend – your EGO...
The DAX, Germany's main stock index, has been on a rampage! Compared to American indices and crypto, it's continued to hit record highs. Several factors have been fueling this rise: Increased Government Spending: Germany's plan to invest around €500 billion in infrastructure and defense has boosted investor confidence. European Central Bank (ECB) Rate...
As I did an analysis on downside to potentially come for the S&P500 yesterday, looks like the FTSE is following suit. If they don't sort out these issues, we could see a 600 points crash for the FTSE... Here are some reasons... New U.S. Tariffs: President Trump imposed a 25% tariff on imports from Mexico and Canada, and increased tariffs on Chinese goods to...
It's been a brutal year so far with the Trump Presidency. And it's been a rough year for the S&P 500, dropping from 6,149 to 5,811. The main culprit? Political instability in the U.S. The current administration’s unpredictable decisions, sudden tariff hikes, and policy shifts have left investors uneasy and consumers lacking confidence. Here are six...
Visa is looking good fundamentally and technically. Strong Financial Performance: Visa reported a 14% earnings increase and 10% revenue growth, exceeding expectations. Growth in Payment Volumes: Payments volume grew 9%, with a 16% rise in cross-border transactions. Positive Market Sentiment: Analysts view Visa as a top pick due to its strong...
Mastercard is definitely one of the outperformers in 2025, Strong Financial Performance: Mastercard exceeded earnings and revenue expectations due to robust holiday consumer spending. Growth in Payment Volumes: Increased transaction volumes, especially cross-border, boosted revenue growth. Strategic Acquisitions: The acquisition of cybersecurity firm Recorded...
Microsoft is also in troubled waters with the fight of tech and AI wars taking place. Azure Slowdown: Cloud growth wasn’t as strong as investors wanted. AI Competition: DeepSeek’s cheap AI models are shaking things up. High Spending: They’re pouring cash into AI, worrying investors about profits. And as Bullish as I am normally with Blue Chips, Right...
Tesla is showing all signs of upside this year. They are putting their money in the right places. Advancements in Autonomous Vehicles: Tesla plans to launch self-driving robotaxi services in Austin by mid-2025, signaling significant progress in autonomous technology. INVESTORS.COM Innovations in Robotics: The company is ramping up production of its Optimus...
This analysis is based on TWO EXTREMES, where I'll share my thoughts at the end. It's a weekly chart where a rectangle (uncertain) pattern has formed and now we are waiting for the price to break above or below the Resistance or Support. Nvidia has spent Billions on technology that wasn't that necessary to begin with. DeepSeek's AI operates like a team of...
Amazon’s stock is booming while others face AI turbulence. AWS growth (19% expected) and smart AI use boost their lead. Instead of fearing DeepSeek, Amazon partnered through AWS. Plus, their diverse streams—e-commerce, cloud, ads, and entertainment—keep them stable when rivals like Nvidia stumble. So it's one of the bullish tech stocks but once again it is also...
Apple’s kept its share price solid by not putting all its eggs in one basket. They’ve gone beyond iPhones with big wins in services, wearables, and future tech, giving them a safety net that competitors often lack. We did an analysis for upside on 10 June 2025, and now it looks like the prices are holding for now. The crucial level is $231.37. If it breaks...