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Chart Art: Gold Tests 5,000 Support as Geopolitical Risks Keep Gold in Focus
Gold is pulling back and now sits near the 5,000 support zone, close to the 50 SMA. Will buyers defend this level and spark a rebound, or is a deeper drop toward 4,800 and below next?
RBA Hikes to 4.10%, but AUD Drops as Narrow Vote Raises Doubts About Further Rate Hikes
The RBA raised rates to 4.10% as expected, but a tight 5 to 4 split sent AUD lower as tightening expectations faded.
Event Guide: FOMC Statement (March 2026)
Will the Fed’s dot plot signal the end of rate cuts — or leave the door open despite soaring oil prices?
Event Guide: BOC Monetary Policy Statement (March 2026)
The Bank of Canada (BOC) is still widely expected to keep rates on hold for the time being, but markets are eager to see how the policy outlook changed with the ongoing US-Iran conflict. Here’s what to look out for.
Premium Watchlist Recap: U.S. CPI Report (February 2026)
February’s U.S. CPI landed exactly on target — but with Iran dominating headlines and oil surging, an on-consensus print barely moved the needle before geopolitics took over.
Financial & Forex Market Recap: March 16, 2026
Oil prices reversed Monday’s gap higher, falling sharply to lift equities and bonds while the US dollar slid to its worst daily showing among the major currencies.
Why the ECB May Tighten While the Fed Stays Stuck — And What It Means for EUR/USD
The ECB may raise rates in 2026, possibly before the Fed does anything. But EUR/USD might not have a straightforward response because of a major policy plot twist.
The “Zero Payout Denial” Movement: A New Standard for Prop Firms Ahead?
The “Zero Payout Denial” movement is reshaping prop firm legitimacy in 2026 — but does it actually protect traders, or is the devil in the details?
So You Can Cut Your Losses. Can You Hold On to Your Winners?
It’s not every day that the market goes your way. But when it does, wouldn’t you want to make the most out of it?
Chart Art: CAD/CHF Approaches Major Resistance Near .5800
What’s worse than going 0 for 9 at the Oscars? Missing a long-term trend pullback setup! Here’s what’s unfolding on CAD/CHF’s daily chart.
Event Guide: RBA Monetary Policy Statement (March 2026)
Is another RBA interest rate hike in the cards? And what does the central bank have in mind when it comes to future tightening? Here’s what to look out for in the upcoming RBA decision.
Chart Art: GBP/USD Ready for Another Channel Pullback?
Cable has been cruising lower inside a descending channel, and it looks like another bearish correction is in the works. Is the trend still our friend?
Fundies Cheat Sheet: Mar 16 – 21, 2026
US forces struck Iran’s Kharg Island oil hub Friday as the war entered week three. Six central banks decide this week. Here’s your scenario map.
FX Weekly Recap: March 9 – 13, 2026
The US-Iran war ran the FX show this week — rewarding the dollar and punishing energy importers, while the Aussie defied the gloom and the pound got stagflation’d.
4 Trading Adjustments to Make in a High Volatility Environment
Are you getting caught up in highly volatile moves while sentiment keeps shifting on a dime? Here are some adjustments you can make while geopolitical developments are making markets extra jumpy.
Event Guide: Canada’s CPI Report (February 2026)
Number crunchers are projecting weaker headline inflation for Canada in January, possibly supporting the dovish BOC bias. What else should we look out for in this top-tier report?
Why Tariff Fears Are Driving a New U.S. Dollar Rally
To understand why the dollar keeps winning, you need to understand how both global uncertainty and tariff threats work in its favor.
Chart Art: USD/CHF Tests Potential Resistance at .7900
USD/CHF is knocking on a key resistance zone after weeks of strength! Are we looking at an upside breakout in the making?
Financial & Forex Market Recap: March 12, 2026
Markets fell as Iran war drove oil above $100 while private credit stress pressured stocks, pushing S&P 500 to November lows as dollar rallied on repriced expectations.
While the World Panics, the Aussie Is Rallying. What’s Up With That?!
The Aussie rally gained traction as hawkish RBA signals, stronger energy exports, and broader U.S. dollar weakness all lined up.
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