This morning, Brent crude surged by 29%, reaching $119.50 per barrel, briefly matching the spread with WTI—typically positive—and bringing it close to zero. The intraday high for U.S. crude was $119.40. This shock start to the week adds to the gains recorded over the last five trading sessions, totaling 35%—the biggest gain in futures trading […]
US Markets Brace as Oil Hits $120
U.S. stock futures fell sharply on Monday, March 9, signaling a turbulent start to the trading week as oil prices surged toward $120 per barrel amid escalating tensions in the Middle East. Futures linked to the Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped more than 800 points, while S&P 500 and Nasdaq-100 futures fell around 1.6%, reflecting […]
Market Commentary 2026-03-06
Daily market commentary featuring timely analysis of price action and economic events. Stay informed with expert observations on the themes shaping global markets.
Broadcom Riding the AI Boom
Today we step away from the conflict in the Middle East and return to equities, once again linked to AI. Over the past two days, Broadcom and Marvell Technology have reported their earnings (and by now 96% of the companies in the S&P 500 have done so). These two players are perhaps less well known […]
DXY Near 99, Middle East War Lifts Oil Prices
The US Dollar Index (DXY) remained under pressure near the 99.00 level during Asian trading hours on Friday, March 6, trimming gains from the previous session. Despite lingering safe-haven demand triggered by escalating geopolitical tensions, the Greenback struggled to maintain upward momentum. The conflict between Iran and Israel has intensified in recent days, increasing volatility […]
Market Commentary 2026-03-05
Daily market commentary featuring timely analysis of price action and economic events. Stay informed with expert observations on the themes shaping global markets.
EURUSD Struggles to Stabilize at 1.16
Since the beginning of the week, the USD has been strengthening significantly against all currencies, and the exchange rate with the euro is no exception. The rush to secure USD—potentially needed to meet upcoming financial obligations and part of the broader safe-haven demand—has pushed the USDX up by about 1.35% so far. Yesterday there was […]
Magnificent Seven: The Tech Giants Shaping Global Markets
Imagine a handful of companies so powerful that their decisions can influence the entire global economy. For investors, these firms are more than familiar names—they are market movers. They dominate major indices such as the S&P 500 and often set the tone for broader market trends and index performance. Understanding the Magnificent Seven is not […]
Bitcoin Breaks $72K as Global Tensions Rise
Bitcoin (BTC) surged above $72,000 Thursday, March 5, after weeks of sideways trading, fueled by rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and a sharp increase in institutional demand through U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs. The rally has reignited bullish sentiment among crypto traders, with many now watching a potential move toward $84,000 in the coming […]
Market Commentary 2026-03-04
Daily market commentary featuring timely analysis of price action and economic events. Stay informed with expert observations on the themes shaping global markets.







