Three months ago, European investors were pouring money into the continent’s stock markets at a record pace, betting that years of underperformance were finally coming to an end. The euro was strong, defence stocks were surging, and the valuation gap with the US was too wide to ignore.Then came the…
Global markets woke up to a familiar mix of fear and opportunism on Tuesday.The latest twist in the US-Iran conflict kept traders focused on diplomacy, not just bombs and blockades.Vice President JD Vance had not yet left for Pakistan, even as Trump said a delegation would travel for talks and…
The USD/ZAR exchange rate remained under pressure this week as traders waited for the upcoming South African inflation report, which will provide more information on what to expect from the country’s central bank. It was trading at 16.3600, much lower than the year-to-date high of 17.2350.South African rand steady ahead…
A crypto rally is happening today, with Bitcoin and top coins like Venice Token, Zcash, Canton, and Monad jumping by over 5%. Bitcoin jumped to $76,000, while Zcash rose to $315. Venice Token has jumped by nearly 1000% from its lowest level this year.This article explores some of the top…
Bitcoin price has remained in a narrow range this week as traders watched the new developments in the Middle East. BTC was trading at $76,000 as traders focused on the upcoming Kevin Warsh testimony. It has formed an ascending triangle, pointing to more gains in the near term.Bitcoin price steady…
Despite a blistering rally that has seen South Korea’s benchmark Kospi index surge a further 40% this year, Goldman Sachs insists the market remains a bargain.Following a world-leading 75% return in 2025, the peninsula’s stocks are currently caught in a tug-of-war between retail-driven volatility and massive institutional inflows.While the “AI…
Intel stock price has soared recently and is now hovering at its all-time high, helped by several important announcements. This surge will be put to the test on April 23 when the company publishes its financial results. It was trading at $68.50, a few points below the record high of…
The S&P 500 Index and its ETFs, like SPY, JEPI, and VOO, surged to record highs last week, continuing a bull run that started on March 30th this year. It has soared by nearly 13% from its lowest level in March, adding trillions of dollars in value. This article explores…
The Nikkei 225 Index held steady at a crucial resistance level on Monday as investors waited for the upcoming talks between the US and Iran. It was trading at 59,045 yen, slightly below the year-to-date high of 59,519, with technicals sending mixed signals about its future. This article explores some of…
Investors are turning their attention to a heavy week of US corporate earnings after a sharp rebound in equities pushed major indexes to record highs.The rally comes despite ongoing geopolitical tensions, with markets appearing to move past earlier concerns tied to the conflict involving Iran.Hopes of easing tensions have helped…