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The S&P 500 index remains positive against all odds | Market Pulse
We noted on 29 September that, amid the US shutdown, sentiment in the S&P 500 index market remained positive, and highlighted factors supporting further growth. Today, the S&P 500 index (US SPX 500 mini on FXOpen) reached a fresh all‑time high: on Friday morning the price rose
Bitcoin Enters a Favourable Period | Market Pulse
Statistically, September has a poor reputation for the cryptocurrency market, whereas October and November are the most favourable months, during which Bitcoin’s price has traditionally risen, as history shows. October has even earned the nickname “Uptober” within the crypto community. The drop in BTC/USD at the end of
Euro Balances at Strategic Levels: Focus on Macroeconomic Data | Market Pulse
The euro is showing mixed dynamics: EUR/USD is consolidating near strategic levels, while EUR/CAD continues its upward movement, supported by Canadian dollar weakness and fluctuations in oil prices. This performance comes amid anticipation of key economic releases: in Europe, the market is focused on PMI and inflation figures,
Pfizer Inc. (PFE) and Other Pharmaceutical Stocks Rise Following Trump’s Decision | Market Pulse
According to media reports, US President Donald Trump launched a website allowing Americans to purchase medicines directly. He announced that Pfizer would offer some of its drugs on this platform and introduce new medicines to the US market at reduced prices. Trump added that his administration is working with other
Silver Price: October Kicks Off with a 14-Year High | Market Pulse
As the XAG/USD chart shows, today silver prices climbed above the $47.50 per ounce mark for the first time since 2011. Since the beginning of the month, silver has appreciated by approximately 15%. Why is silver rising? According to media reports, demand for so-called safe-haven assets has intensified
Gold Prices Plunge from Historic Peak | Market Pulse
As shown by the XAU/USD chart, yesterday gold prices reached a new all-time high, surpassing the $3,870 level for the first time. This rise was supported by concerns over the high likelihood of a US government shutdown. According to media reports: → Vice President J.D. Vance stated that
Analysis of MU Shares Following Earnings Report | Market Pulse
Memory chip manufacturer Micron Technology (MU) published a positive financial report for Q4 of fiscal year 2025 on 23 September: → Q4 Revenue: Actual = $11.32 billion, up 46% compared with the same period last year. → Adjusted Earnings Per Share (EPS): Actual = $3.03 (analysts’ expectations = $2.87). The main driver
EUR/USD Falls Ahead of PCE Index Release | Market Pulse
A week ago, we wrote about significant changes in the dollar index – the DXY chart was signalling bullish trends. This week has confirmed those assumptions, which is also reflected in EUR/USD: this morning, the pair fell below 1.1660, marking a three-week low. Trader sentiment is being influenced by:
Apple Shares (AAPL) Close to Reaching Record High | Market Pulse
On 10 September, we noted that following the launch of new products — including the iPhone 17 — AAPL shares had fallen by approximately 1.5%, as analysts considered the model lacked the breakthrough appeal necessary to drive further growth. However, two weeks on, media reports point to strong demand for the
Intel (INTC) Shares Trade Around $30 | Market Pulse
In August, we noted that: → Intel (INTC) shares gained strong bullish momentum following reports that the US government was in talks to acquire a stake in the company; → the INTC chart was signalling that the depressed market, in place since 2021, was undergoing a fundamental shift in sentiment, with a
Dollar Strengthens on Fed Signals of a Pause in Rate Cuts | Market Pulse
The US dollar firmed after comments from Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, who suggested that further rate cuts are unlikely in the coming months. While markets continue to price in policy easing by the end of the year, the current rhetoric points to a pause in the near term, supporting
Amazon (AMZN) shares fall around 3% in a single day | Market Pulse
As the chart shows, Amazon (AMZN) shares fell by roughly 3% yesterday after reports that the US Federal Trade Commission has launched a probe into the company over alleged “dark patterns”. According to the allegations, Amazon may have deliberately complicated the process of cancelling Prime subscriptions in order to retain
Euro Returns to Yearly Highs: Continuation of the Rally or a Bull Trap? | Market Pulse
European currencies are rebounding following a recent correction, with EUR/USD and EUR/JPY supported by last week’s interest rate cut by the US Federal Reserve. The Fed’s easing decision triggered a jump in the euro to a yearly high, although some of those gains were quickly pared
Market Analysis: AUD/USD and NZD/USD Trims Gains, Will Bears Take Full Control? | Market Pulse
AUD/USD failed to stay in a positive zone and declined below 0.6650. NZD/USD is also moving lower and might extend losses below 0.5845. Important Takeaways for AUD/USD and NZD/USD Analysis Today * The Aussie Dollar started a fresh decline from well above 0.6680 against
Meta Platforms (META) Shares Hold Steady After Mishap | Market Pulse
An awkward moment occurred at the Meta Connect 2025 product presentation, where Mark Zuckerberg showcased innovations but ran into technical glitches: → The AI assistant built into the Ray-Ban Display smart glasses froze; → The neural bracelet, designed to control the interface with gestures, failed to answer a video call. News of
The Dollar and the Pound Shift Course As Markets Assess Central Bank Decisions | Market Pulse
The US dollar fell sharply on Wednesday following the Federal Reserve’s decision to cut rates by 0.25%. However, by the end of the session it had regained part of its losses, reflecting ongoing uncertainty over the regulator’s next moves. The pound, meanwhile, after an initial rise on
Market Analysis: EUR/USD Rallies While USD/JPY Shows Weakness | Market Pulse
EUR/USD started a decent upward move above 1.1770. USD/JPY declined below 147.00 and is currently consolidating losses. Important Takeaways for EUR/USD and USD/JPY Analysis Today * The Euro found support and started a recovery wave above the 1.1770 resistance zone. * There is a connecting
GBP/USD Rate at 2-Month High | Market Pulse
As the GBP/USD chart shows, the pair is trading this morning above 1.3620 – its highest level since the beginning of July. The bullish sentiment is driven by the divergence in central bank policies: → United States: Traders are betting on an interest rate cut, supported by President Trump. The
Market Analysis: GBP/USD Retains Gains While EUR/GBP Falls | Market Pulse
GBP/USD is showing positive signs above 1.3520. EUR/GBP declined and is now consolidating losses below 0.8660. Important Takeaways for GBP/USD and EUR/GBP Analysis Today * The British Pound is attempting a fresh increase above 1.3520. * There is a key bullish trend line forming with
The Dollar Consolidates Ahead of Inflation Data | Market Pulse
The US dollar is showing cautious dynamics: the USD/JPY pair is holding within a range, reflecting the market’s wait-and-see stance, while USD/CAD is gradually approaching August highs. This divergence highlights that investors are carefully allocating positions amid uncertainty over the Federal Reserve’s next steps. The main
The Market Awaits ECB Signals: The Euro Loses Some Ground | Market Pulse
European currency is consolidating and retreating slightly from local highs ahead of the ECB meeting. Friday’s weak US labour market data gave the euro a boost, but at the start of the week the market remained undecided on how to interpret the signals: after an attempt to strengthen, a
Market Analysis: Gold Rockets to New High While WTI Crude Oil Struggles | Market Pulse
Gold price rallied to a new all-time high above $3,670. Crude oil is showing bearish signs and might decline below $62.25. Important Takeaways for Gold and WTI Crude Oil Price Analysis Today * Gold price started a major increase from $3,500 against the US Dollar. * A key bullish
US Dollar Index (DXY) Drops to 7-Week Low Ahead of Key Inflation Data | Market Pulse
As the US Dollar Index (DXY) chart shows, the value of the USD against a basket of other currencies has fallen below 97.30 – its lowest level since late July. The reasons lie in market sentiment ahead of major data releases: → On Wednesday at 15:30 GMT+3, Producer Price
XAU/USD Analysis: 3 Reasons Why Gold’s Rally Might Pause | Market Pulse
Today’s XAU/USD chart shows that gold continues to set records in September. The price has risen above $3,650 per ounce for the first time in history – one of the main drivers being expectations of a Federal Reserve rate cut on Wednesday, 17 September. Easier monetary policy is
Nikkei 225 Rises Following Resignation of Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba | Market Pulse
As the chart shows, Japan’s Nikkei 225 stock index (Japan 225 on FXOpen) today approached its historic peak (B) around the 43,900 level. Bullish sentiment was driven by political news. According to Reuters, Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba has stepped down. The leading candidate to replace him, Sanae Takaichi,
Market Analysis: NZD/USD and AUD/USD Rally Attempts, Will Buyers Stay in Charge? | Market Pulse
AUD/USD started a decent increase above 0.6580. NZD/USD is also rising and might aim for more gains above 0.5920. Important Takeaways for AUD USD and NZD USD Analysis Today * The Aussie Dollar started a decent increase above 0.6545 against the US Dollar. * There was a
Canadian Dollar Falls After Labour Market Data Release | Market Pulse
On Friday, disappointing figures showed that in August the Canadian economy lost 65,500 jobs (the forecast had been for an increase of 10,000), while the unemployment rate rose to 7.1%. This is the highest level of unemployment since May 2016, excluding the pandemic period. It is believed
Apple (AAPL) Shares Jump to a Six-Month High | Market Pulse
As the AAPL chart shows, yesterday the price rose above $238 – its highest level since early March. The optimistic sentiment was fuelled by: → A court ruling concerning Google, which we reported on yesterday. Apple shares advanced after the court allowed Alphabet to continue paying Apple for preloading Google Search on
Dollar Strengthens But Remains Under Pressure: Markets Await Jobs Data | Market Pulse
The US currency managed to regain some ground in the first half of the week, yet no solid foundation for sustained growth has emerged. Market participants remain cautious, weighing both the latest macroeconomic data and expectations ahead of the release of the US non-farm payrolls report (NFP). This publication is
Silver Price Retreats from a 14-Year High | Market Pulse
As the XAG/USD chart shows, yesterday silver climbed above $41.40 per ounce. The last time silver traded at this level was in September 2011. The rise in XAG/USD was supported by gold surging to a record high, which we reported yesterday. Furthermore, Goldman Sachs analysts have issued
Alphabet (GOOGL) Stock Price Soars By Around 8% After Court Ruling | Market Pulse
At the end of August, we reported that Alphabet (GOOGL) stock price had reached a historic high, closing above $210. But today, the price is likely to climb to a new, significantly higher level. Yesterday, in after-hours trading, it surged by roughly 8%. Why did Alphabet (GOOGL) shares rise? The
Gold Price Reaches a New All-Time High | Market Pulse
As shown on today’s XAU/USD chart, the price of gold has risen above $3,530 per ounce for the first time in history. In 2025, the increase in gold prices has been driven by sustained central bank purchases, asset diversification, steady demand for so-called safe-haven assets amid geopolitical
Market Analysis: Pound and Euro Hold Ground—Statistics in Focus | Market Pulse
European currencies are holding near four-week highs at the start of the week. Following the volatile swings sparked by Jerome Powell’s remarks at the Jackson Hole symposium, the market has yet to form a clear scenario: the dollar corrected but then came under renewed pressure. As a result, EUR/