Author: FX

This week our currency strategists focused on Australia’s January 2025 CPI Report and its potential impact on the Australian dollar for potential high-quality setups Out of the four scenario/price outlook discussions this week, one discussion arguably saw both fundie & technical arguments triggered to become potential candidates for a trade & risk management overlay. Watchlists are price outlook & strategy discussions supported by both fundamental & technical analysis, a crucial step towards creating a high quality discretionary trade idea before working on a risk & trade management plan. If you’d like to follow our “Watchlist” picks right when they are…

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WTI crude oil prices just busted above a trend resistance zone. Think Black Crack will eventually return to its longer-term downtrend? We’re looking at the 4-hour time frame for clues on where bears could jump in: WTI Crude Oil (USOIL) 4-hour Chart by TradingView In case you missed it, U.S. crude oil prices kept a mid-week rally going on Friday, pushing past $70.00. The move came after tensions between President Trump and Ukraine’s President Zelenskyy escalated, raising the chances of a military conflict and stoking global growth fears. Meanwhile, the safe-haven U.S. dollar got a boost from the risk-off mood,…

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Global Times reported on Monday, citing sources familiar with the matter, that China is evaluating countermeasures in response to the additional 10% tariffs the United States (US) will impose on March 4. Key takeaways The measures will likely include a combination of tariffs and non-tariff restrictions, with US agricultural and food products expected to be among the primary targets. Non-tariff measures could involve stricter regulatory scrutiny, customs delays, or other restrictions on US exports to China. Market reaction At the time of writing, AUD/USD is off the highs, trading at around 0.6220, up 0.09% on the day. US-China Trade War…

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Do you find forex margin calls hard to understand? Many traders get really scared when they face this problem. Margin calls can quickly empty your account, leaving you upset and confused. But, knowing about margin calls is key for forex trading success. Let’s explore the world of margin calls and their effects on your trading path. We’ll look at how to dodge these traps and keep your investments safe in the currency market. Get ready to improve your forex skills and trade with confidence! Key Takeaways Forex margin trading allows control of larger positions with less capital. A typical margin…

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Are you finding it hard to deal with the ups and downs of the forex market? News about world events can make currency values swing wildly. This can leave traders feeling lost and worried about missing out or losing money. But there’s hope! This guide will teach you how to use these news events to your advantage. You’ll learn to turn uncertainty into chances to make money. The forex market is huge, with over $6 trillion traded every day. It’s very sensitive to what’s happening around the world. Things like trade wars and political troubles can make currencies go up…

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US President Donald Trump said over the weekend that the US will impose an additional 10% tariff on Chinese imports starting Tuesday, compounding the initial 10% rate that took effect last month. Trump also said on Thursday that he intended to move forward with threatened 25% tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico, which are set to come into effect on March 4.  Market reaction At the time of writing, the AUD/USD pair is trading around 0.6215, up 0.15% on the day.  Tariffs FAQs Tariffs are customs duties levied on certain merchandise imports or a category of products. Tariffs are designed to…

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