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Goldman Sachs -Desk Thoughts:- As anticipated, following Trump’s comments on August 12th, gold will not be subject to tariffs.- The EFP strength to +$20/oz (December matched) likely stemmed from physical traders hesitating to take the opposing side of the macro bid... Goldman Sachs -Desk Thoughts:- As anticipated, following Trump’s comments on August 12th, gold will not be subject to tariffs.- The EFP strength to +$
USD Lower Following NFPThe US Dollar is starting the week on a softer footing as traders digest Friday’s report and look ahead to a slew of key US data to come. The August NFP was seen falling to just 22k, down sharply from the upwardly revised 79k reading seen in ... USD Lower Following NFPThe US Dollar is starting the week on a softer footing as traders digest Friday’s report and look ahead to a slew of key US dat
BTC Holding Support for NowBitcoin is on watch this week following the consolidation we’ve seen following the recent correction lower. The futures market dropped from highs of almost $125k in mid-August to test support at the $108,855 level. While this region holds... BTC Holding Support for NowBitcoin is on watch this week following the consolidation we’ve seen following the recent correction lower. The futures mar
Friday's weaker-than-expected jobs data from the United States has resulted in sustained pressure on the USD, leading to a premium being maintained for USD puts when compared to the EUR. EUR/USD remains a favored option for traders looking to short the USD. Th... Friday's weaker-than-expected jobs data from the United States has resulted in sustained pressure on the USD, leading to a premium being maintain
TitleGBPUSD H1 I Bullish bounce off supportTypeBullish bouncePreference: The price is falling towards the pivot at 1.3454, an overlap support that is slightly above the 50%Fibonacci retracement. A bounce at this level could lead the price toward the 1st resistance ... TitleGBPUSD H1 I Bullish bounce off supportTypeBullish bouncePreference: The price is falling towards the pivot at 1.3454, an overlap support that is
TitleUSOUSD H4 | Bullish reversal ahead Type Bullish bouncePreference:The price is falling towards the pivot at 61.59, which is a pullback support that aligns with the 161.8% Fibonacci extension. A bounce from this level could lead the price toward the 1st resistan... TitleUSOUSD H4 | Bullish reversal ahead Type Bullish bouncePreference:The price is falling towards the pivot at 61.59, which is a pullback support tha
Crude Higher on MondayOil prices are rising on Monday, despite the latest OPEC+ output hike, as demand grows against the backdrop of a weaker USD and elevated Russi-Ukraine risks. A fresh drop in the US NFP data on Friday has seen Fed easing expectations rising nea... Crude Higher on MondayOil prices are rising on Monday, despite the latest OPEC+ output hike, as demand grows against the backdrop of a weaker USD and
The FTSE Finish LineThe U.K.'s benchmark index, FTSE 100, edged down in late trading on Monday as investors focused on stock-specific moves driven by corporate news and shifts in commodity markets. Attention remains centred on the confidence vote in France thi... The FTSE Finish LineThe U.K.'s benchmark index, FTSE 100, edged down in late trading on Monday as investors focused on stock-specific moves drive
Daily Market Outlook, September 8, 2025 Patrick Munnelly, Partner: Market Strategy, Tickmill GroupMunnelly’s Macro Minute…The Yen dropped sharply and Japanese markets gained after PM Ishiba announced his resignation. Asian markets increased as traders were more con... Daily Market Outlook, September 8, 2025 Patrick Munnelly, Partner: Market Strategy, Tickmill GroupMunnelly’s Macro Minute…The Yen dropped sharply and
Title NZDUSD H1 I Bullish run set to continueTypeBullish bouncePreference:The price is rising towards the pivot at 0.5880, an overlap support that is slightly above the 50% Fibonacci retracement. A bounce at this level could lead the price toward the 1st resistance... Title NZDUSD H1 I Bullish run set to continueTypeBullish bouncePreference:The price is rising towards the pivot at 0.5880, an overlap support that is

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FX Options Insights 28/2/25

FX Options Insights President Donald Trump's remarks on tariffs on Thursday reduced risk appetite, leading to widespread USD strength, with the CAD suffering the most. Implied volatility remained...

Institutional Insights: Credit Agricole FX Weekly 28/02/25

USD: exercise caution regarding tariffs in March (or possibly April?)The turnaround of the USD fortunes in the weeks following President Donald Trump’s inauguration on January 20 took many by...

Institutional Insights: Goldman Sachs - Gold: Profit Taking

Gold Futures: Profit TakingAfter enduring several days of broader weaknesses in commodities, Gold experienced a pullback on February 25th. A significant amount of profit taking appeared to take place...

FX Options Insights 27/02/25

FX Options Insights Despite the lack of realized FX volatility, broader implied volatility remains supported above both recent and long-term lows. This resilience underscores the persistent...

FX Options Insights 26/02/25

FX Options InsightsImplied volatility acts as a proxy for actual or realized FX volatility, a crucial yet unpredictable factor in determining FX option premiums. Despite low realized volatility and...

Institutional Insights: Month End FX Rebalancing Models

Institutional Insights: Month End FX Rebalancing ModelsBanks are sharing their expectations for month-end rebalancing in February, indicating a consensus for demand for USD. According to Deutsche...

Institutional Insights:Goldman Sachs - Equity Positioning and Key Levels

Goldman Sachs - Equity Positioning and Key Levels FICC and Equities 24 February 2025 Consolidated Recap of GS Positioning Metrics Summary: 1. CTA Corner: - Current CTA positioning shows a...

FX Options Insights 25/02/25

FX Options InsightsImplied volatility has faced significant pressure this February due to the lack of FX market volatility and swift directional shifts, both of which are critical for the performance...

Institutional Insights: BofA 'Wall Of Worry Alive And Well'

BofA Market Analysis Comment: Wall of worry alive and wellIndividual investors’ wall of worry alive and wellThe gap between AAII Bullish Sentiment and AAII Bearish Sentiment has reached its narrowest...