Mid-Week update for North-American Markets – After yesterday's US NFP report, markets are getting anxious. Taking a close look at NA index and currency performance combined with a USD/CAD intraday chart to spot what's next for American Markets.
Forex
Here is what you need to know on Thursday, December 18:
This EUR/USD forecast analyzes the pair's outlook ahead of the critical ECB meeting and US CPI release. The article details the split within the ECB's Governing Council regarding rate cuts and the potential for a US inflation spike (to 3.2%) to weigh on the Dollar. From a technical perspective, the 1.1600, 1.1700 handle is identified as crucial support, with a macro picture suggesting a more likely bullish breakout toward 1.1900.
Indices
US Index Technical Analysis and Key levels for Dow Jones, Nasdaq and S&P 500: Risk sentiment sours as exhausted price action drags markets down. With the Nasdaq leading the drop and the Santa Rally absent, we analyze why low cash levels and stretched valuations are fueling caution. We break down the charts ahead of the critical inflation report.
Forex
The Swiss Franc (CHF) regains ground against the US Dollar (USD) on Wednesday, with USD/CHF trimming earlier gains as the Greenback’s rebound loses momentum and traders digest the Swiss National Bank’s (SNB) Quarterly Bulletin for the fourth quarter.
Commodities
Silver (XAG/USD) and Platinum (XPT/USD) Technical Analysis: The Debasement Trade roars as Silver and Platinum surge to new highs. We analyze why metals are outperforming crypto and stocks following the recent jobs report. With policy uncertainty ahead of the inflation data, we break down the technical levels for these commodities.
Forex
The Euro (EUR) strengthens against the British Pound (GBP) on Wednesday, as softer-than-expected UK inflation data weigh on Sterling, while stable Eurozone inflation leaves the Euro relatively supported. At the time of writing, EUR/GBP is trading around 0.8785, reversing the previous day’s losses.
Commodities
Gold (XAU/USD) is posting marginal gains on Wednesday, but price action remains contained within previous ranges. Upside attempts remain capped below all-time highs at $4,350, and bears are contained above the $4,260-$4,270 so far.
Forex
USD/CAD trims some losses and reaches 1.3780 after bouncing from 1.3745 lows.
Forex
The USD/JPY pair gains 0.55% and jumps higher to near 155.50 during the European trading session on Wednesday. The pair strengthens as the US Dollar (USD) outperforms its peers, following the release of the United States (US) Nonfarm Payrolls (NFP) report for October and November.
