In recent years, it has happened on several occasions that Japanese monetary and government authorities (often in coordination with their counterparts) begin to express concern when USD/JPY moves above the 150 level and step into the FX market to stabilize the domestic currency as it approaches the 160 area. The first intervention took place in […]
European equity markets began the new week on a muted and cautious tone, as investors weighed persistent geopolitical tensions, mounting uncertainty ahead of the U.S. Federal Reserve’s policy meeting, and a heavy slate of global corporate earnings. Market participants remained reluctant to take aggressive positions, preferring a defensive stance while waiting for clearer signals from […]
It has been a few days since we last discussed one of the hottest topics in the market and on everyone’s lips: the relentlessly rising price of gold. Yesterday, gold closed up 3.79%, reaching USD 4,959. Gold is not the only commodity whose price chart is taking on a parabolic or near-vertical shape. In recent […]
It is quite striking to see how Nasdaq valuations have managed to remain so elevated, standing just 3.27% below all-time highs after yesterday’s strong rebound to 25,326 (+1.36%). We highlight this in light of the less-than-stellar recent performance of its major constituents, namely the large-cap tech stocks. Yesterday we discussed Apple, the second-largest component of […]
FAANG stocks are no longer simply a market trend; they form the backbone of the modern equity market. For more than a decade, these five technology leaders have reshaped how consumers shop, communicate, work, and consume entertainment. Together, they represent a substantial portion of the S&P 500, giving them an outsized influence on market direction […]
Gold prices dipped below the $4,800 per ounce level during early Asian trading on Thursday after U.S. President Donald Trump pulled back from previously threatening tariffs on European countries tied to his controversial Greenland strategy. This shift in rhetoric eased some geopolitical fears and reduced immediate safe-haven demand for bullion. Why Gold Is Pulling Back […]
The company that has reshaped multiple industries and the daily lives of billions of people requires little introduction. Over the past decades, the iPod, iPhone, and iPad have fundamentally redefined how music is consumed, how and where information is accessed, and how users navigate the internet. However, for several years now—arguably since the passing of […]
U.S. stock markets extended their recent selloff into Wednesday, 21 January 2026, with the S&P 500 suffering continued losses as renewed threats of tariffs on Europe tied to the Greenland dispute sparked fresh volatility. Investors are increasingly pricing in geopolitical risk, which has shifted market focus away from earnings and macro data toward trade policy […]
While global attention is focused with a degree of apprehension on the fratricidal dispute within NATO triggered by the Greenland issue, and markets attempt to assess the potential implications of reciprocal tariff threats between countries on opposite sides of the Atlantic alliance, a number of other significant events and meetings are scheduled for this week. […]
Global financial markets this week are set to navigate a high-risk environment dominated by geopolitical tensions, particularly after U.S. President Donald Trump renewed tariff threats against several European countries, including over Greenland. These developments have quickly shifted market dynamics, with risk sentiment weakening sharply as investors seek safety in traditional haven assets. Markets will also […]
