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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 01/04/25

FX Options Insights Speculation continues to swirl around the scope of Wednesday's broad-based U.S. trade tariffs and their potential impact on the global economy. While studies suggest a range...

FX Options Insights 31/03/25

FX Options InsightFX spot markets have remained relatively stable within their recent ranges. However, growing risk aversion is driving up overall implied volatility and increasing premiums on USD put...

Institutional Insights: Citi US Equity Trading Desk View

Markets encounter another round of positioning risk. Momentum, growth, and core holdings all experienced declines, while low-risk assets saw a significant rally of 3 standard deviations. We remain...

Institutional Insights: JPMorgan - Take Profit On Certain USD Shorts

JPMorgan FX Research Team , are taking profits on certain USD short positions ahead of the critical April 2nd tariff announcement and the residual quarter-end rebalancing flows.In the medium term, we...

FX Options Insights 26/03/25

FX Options InsightsFX option implied volatility remains heavily subdued across all currency pairs and maturity dates, reflecting steady risk appetite and a lack of realised spot volatility.EUR/USD...

FX Options Insights 25/03/25

FX Options Insights G10 FX Option implied volatility continues to decline across all expiration dates, largely due to a lack of realised volatility or clear directional catalysts. While certain...

Institutional Insights: Morgan Stanley - WIll Gold Hold?

Will Gold Hold?Morgan Stanley note Gold prices are at record highs, driven by robust physical demand from central banks and ETFs, alongside tariff uncertainty bolstering its safe-haven appeal. While...

FX Options Insights 24/3/25

The recent uptick in USD demand is driven by month-end and quarter-end FX rebalancing activities, particularly against the EUR, as per banking models. Yet, while the options market acknowledges a...

Institutional Insights: Goldman Sachs - Dollar, Equities & Options Expiration

The Connection Between a Declining Dollar and Falling EquitiesA weaker Dollar accompanied by falling stock prices isn't particularly rare. However, there are only a few instances where this trend...