Market Analysis
By EBC
Oil prices headed for a 1% weekly drop as markets anticipated an OPEC+ output hike; Trump’s tariffs stay after a court temporarily reinstated them.
By EBC
EBC's Million Dollar Trading Challenge II nears its end as surprise entrants @Callie78999 and @JOO888 shake up the ranks. A final upset looms.
By EBC
With 2 days left in EBC's Challenge II, @Yiwangwuqian leads with $1.03M gold profits. @Wolaiole recovers losses; @EBC666 cut dip buy early.
By EBC
Gold prices fell amid improved risk sentiment; court ruled Trump’s tariffs exceeded authority; Chinese gold imports rose sharply.
By EBC
EBC breaks down Moody’s U.S. downgrade, revealing deeper market shifts and what traders should watch in bonds, the dollar, and global flows.
By EBC
Wall Street climbs on tariff easing and improved confidence; Nasdaq leads with Nvidia up 3.2%. Market closely watches Nvidia earnings report release.
By EBC
With 3 days left, @EBC666 leads, @Yiwangwuqian shifts to US indices, and @Wolaiole climbs third in EBC’s trading challenge.
By EBC
The Swiss franc was steady Wednesday despite improved US inflation, while US protectionism may continue to weaken the dollar long-term.
By EBC
EBC’s Million Dollar Trading Challenge Week 12 taught key lessons on bold moves, discipline, diversification, community power, and rising new talent.
By EBC
4 days left in EBC's trading challenge as key players withdraw. Upcoming Nvidia earnings and PCE data may shake up the leaderboard.
By EBC
The euro neared late-April highs Tuesday as the EU agreed to speed up talks to avoid a trade war, with members urging calm as deadline nears.
By EBC
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By Octa
- EUR/JPY trades firmly as the Euro gains on diminished trade tensions between the EU and the US.
- US President Trump suspended 50% of EU tariffs until July 9.
- The Japanese Yen underperforms despite hot Japan National CPI data for April.
By Octa
- The Mexican Peso keeps firm against the USD Dollar, marking a fresh year-to-date high.
- US markets remain closed for Memorial Day, with low liquidity expected throughout the day.
- USD/MXN faces renewed pressure, testing 19.20 as focus shifts to Friday’s US PCE print.
By Octa
- USD/CAD trades around 1.3720 ahead of the American session on Monday.
- US President Trump steps back from EU tariff threat, extends deadline to July 9.
- DXY index slips to four-week low before stabilizing on easing geopolitical risk.
By Pepperstone
While US and European equity futures have opened on a firmer footing - thanks to yet another U-turn on tariffs from the Trump camp, broad participation will take time to build with Memorial Day in the US and the May Bank holiday in the UK, with the interest set to build as we head towards Nvidia’s earnings (Wednesday), US consumer confidence and inflation reads in the US (core PCE) and Australia.
By FXPro
The Crypto Market cap rose by 6.5% from last week’s level to $3.43 trillion. However, since Friday, the market has taken a pause and moved further sideways, falling to $3.35—the upper boundary of the previous resistance.
By EBC
US stocks fell Friday after a strong rally, as focus shifted to tax and spending plans that may further increase federal debt.
By LiteFinance
The European currency is showing a noticeable rise in the EUR/USD pair, developing the strong "bullish" momentum formed at the end of last week. The single currency is testing 1.1410 for a breakout, updating local highs from late April.
By Naga
Markets are looking heavy this week, with signs pointing to a potential breakdown. Gold pushed higher off key support, while the Yen gained strength. Silver is benefiting from Dollar weakness rather than real demand.
EBC's Million Dollar Trading Challenge II | Traders Cash Out in Batches as One Walks Away with $880
By EBC
With 5 days left in EBC’s Million Dollar Trading Challenge II, top traders like @Yiwangwuqian and @forexwatchbrother post big gains as race tightens.
By EBC
EBC Trading Challenge heats up: @Yiwangwuqian hits $1.01M, @forexwatchbrother nears $700K, and @EBC666 returns 87x with one big trade.
By EBC
The yen rose on Friday, set for a 1.4% weekly gain, as Japan's core inflation hit its fastest pace in over two years, boosting rate hike hopes.
By EBC
Gold may shine in 2025, but volatility looms. Joe DiNapoli joins EBC to unpack price swings, equity risks, and why $10,000 gold remains unlikely.
By EBC
Gold rose to $3,340 in EBC’s trading challenge. @Yiwangwuqian hit $680K profit, @tradingLP678 earned $200K, and @Justone eyes the top spot.
By EBC
Oil prices fell as US crude inventories rose unexpectedly, raising demand fears, while Iran nuclear talks renewed. Benchmark down 13% this year.
By Headway
Every year on May 22, the cryptocurrency community commemorates a unique and historic event known as Bitcoin Pizza Day. While it might sound casual or even humorous, this day marks one of the most significant moments in the history of Bitcoin and digital currencies: a moment that symbolizes Bitcoin's transition from a niche experiment to a tangible medium of exchange.
By Doo Prime
Gold prices surged nearly 2% on Tuesday as safe-haven demand returned amid a weaker US dollar and ongoing geopolitical tension. Spot gold ended the day up 1.84% at $3,289.98 per ounce. Oil prices, meanwhile, closed slightly lower as market uncertainty lingered.
By FXPro
Platinum: ⬆️ Buy
– Platinum broke the resistance level 1005.00
– Likely to rise to resistance level 1080.00
By Tickmill
GBPUSD traded up to fresh highs for the year today on the back of the latest UK economic data this morning. Annualised headline CPI was seen jumping to 3.5% from 2.6% prior, above the 3.3% the market was looking for.
By Octa
- AUD/USD rises at the expense of the US Dollar, which is down due to the US credit rating downgrade.
- US Republicans didn’t pass President Trump’s new tax bill.
- The RBA lowered its OCR by 25 bps to 3.85% and kept hopes of more interest rate cuts on the table.
By EBC
Gold prices rose to a one-week high Wednesday as US fiscal uncertainty boosted safe-haven demand. Trump pressures Republicans to back his budget plan.
By EBC
Gold jumped above $3,300 as Trump’s budget hit GOP pushback. @Yiwangwuqian stayed steady; newcomer @12Emery hit third with a 22x return.
By EBC
Top traders showed discipline, seized gold reversals, and broke out with bold momentum plays in Week 11 of EBC’s Million Dollar Trading Challenge.
Global financial markets on May 20, 2025, are driven by central bank actions and geopolitical developments, with focus on the RBA’s press conference post-rate cut, PBoC’s LPR reduction, and potential Russia-Ukraine ceasefire talks.
By EBC
EBC Million Dollar Trading Challenge II enters final phase with top traders cautious, while third place ramps up trades, intensifying competition.
By Tickmill
US Equity Positioning and Key Levels
FICC and Equities
19 May 2025 | Consolidated Recap of GS Positioning Metrics
By OnEquity
The week of May 19–23 promises to be pivotal for global markets. In the U.S., investors will closely watch PMI data and speeches from key Federal Reserve officials for clues on the future path of interest rates—especially after April’s persistent inflation and the easing of recession fears following a surprising U.S.-China trade truce. Meanwhile, the Reserve Bank of Australia’s rate decision, along with economic reports from China, Canada, and Japan, will provide regional direction. In the UK, inflation and retail sales could reshape expectations for further Bank of England cuts, while eurozone PMIs will test the ECB’s cautious stance.
By EBC
The pound trimmed gains Tuesday after Britain and the EU agreed on a major trade and defense deal; the weak dollar eyed trade talks.
By EBC
EBC says cooling US CPI could shift Fed policy, stirring FX volatility—traders must focus on interpretation, not just the headline figure.
By Tickmill
Daily Market Outlook, May 19, 2025
Patrick Munnelly, Partner: Market Strategy, Tickmill Group
Munnelly’s Macro Minute…
By EBC
EBC's Million Dollar Trading Challenge heats up as @Yiwangwuqian leads with \$620K, while @forexwatchbrother closes in fast. Final showdown nears!
By EBC
On May 19, the dollar eased in early Asian trade as markets reacted to weakened US assets; April retail sales showed fading pre-tariff buying momentum.
By FXPro
US statistics produced a shocking dive in producer prices, with everyone guessing how strong the upward spurt might be. Producer prices for April fell 0.5% after 0.0% a month earlier. March’s value was heavily revised upward from -0.4%.
By Naga
Markets wrapped up the week with a cautious but upbeat vibe. Traders saw a mix of signals — inflation worries stuck around, but so did signs of global stability. The result? A market mood that’s leaning more hopeful than fearful.
By Octa
- AUD/USD stays above the key support level of 0.6400, while the US Dollar trades with caution
- The RBA is expected to lower its OCR by 25 bps to 3.85% on Tuesday.
- Investors await the preliminary US Michigan Consumer Sentiment Index data for May.
By EBC
European shares closed higher Thursday, led by industrials. Despite the new trade truce, uncertainty still clouds European firms' outlook.
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