Market Analysis
Market Analysis, Technical Analysis, USD
US Dollar Forecast: Inflation Surprise Challenges the Federal Reserve Outlook
The US dollar is weakening after retreating from recent 18-month highs, with investors reassessing the Federal Reserve’s policy outlook following stronger-than-expected inflation data. The US Dollar Index has slipped towards 102, as markets weigh the possibility that persistent price pressures could delay monetary easing or keep interest rates elevated for longer. September headline inflation accelerated […]
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Commodities, Market Analysis, Technical Analysis
Cotton Price Forecast: Harvest Progress and Global Supply Shape the Market Outlook
Cotton futures are showing a mixed trend across the forward curve, with nearby contracts gaining ground while some deferred contracts remain under pressure. The market is balancing progress in the US harvest against crop conditions, global cotton demand, competing agricultural commodities and movements in crude oil and the US dollar. December 2026 cotton futures are […]
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Commodities, Market Analysis, Technical Analysis
Coffee Price Forecast: Arabica and Robusta Rise as Crop Risks Offset Supply Growth
Coffee prices have moved higher as concerns over Colombia’s declining production and the potential impact of El Niño on future harvests offset expectations for abundant global supplies. December arabica coffee futures gained 1.83% to close at the equivalent of a 5.35-cent increase, while November robusta futures rose 0.69%, adding 24 points. The market faces competing […]
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Market Analysis, NZD, Technical Analysis
New Zealand Dollar Forecast: Kiwi Rebounds as US Inflation and Rate Expectations Pressure NZD
The New Zealand dollar has edged higher to around $0.561 after falling to $0.556, its weakest level since April 2025. The modest recovery comes as the US dollar remains supported by stronger-than-expected US inflation data and expectations that the Federal Reserve may tighten monetary policy further. For the kiwi, the outlook remains challenging as interest-rate […]
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Energies, Market Analysis, Technical Analysis
Heating Oil Prices Ease as Tight Distillate Supplies Keep Market Risks Elevated
US heating oil futures have retreated to around $4.85 per gallon, moving lower alongside crude oil as traders assess potential changes to sanctions on oil shipments and the outlook for global energy flows. However, declining US distillate inventories and continued disruption risks around key shipping routes could limit further downside. The market’s next direction will […]
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Commodities, Market Analysis, Technical Analysis
Agricultural Commodities Forecast: Oats Slide 4.33% as Lumber and Rubber Weaken
Agricultural and related raw-material markets are showing mixed performance, with oats falling 4.33%, lumber declining 2.47% and rubber losing 2.22%. Coffee is advancing 1.37%, while wheat gains 0.60%. The divergence reflects the different supply chains behind these commodities, from grain harvests and food demand to construction activity, tyre manufacturing and weather-sensitive production. Market Snapshot Commodities […]
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Energies, Market Analysis, Technical Analysis
Energy Commodities Forecast: Propane Leads Gains as Crude Oil Advances and Biofuels Weaken
Energy commodities are showing divergent price movements, with propane rising 2.36% and crude oil gaining 0.91%, while Brent crude advances a more modest 0.18%. Methanol and ethanol are moving lower, highlighting different supply-and-demand dynamics across the energy complex. The outlook will depend on petroleum supply conditions, seasonal heating demand, refinery activity and the economics of […]
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Market Analysis, Metals, Technical Analysis
Metals Market Forecast: Silver Plunges 5.96% as Platinum, Lithium and Gold Extend Losses
The metals complex is experiencing broad selling pressure, led by a sharp 5.96% decline in silver. Platinum has fallen 3.92%, lithium carbonate has lost 3.05%, and gold is down 1.33%. The scale of the declines highlights weakness across both precious and industrial metals, although the underlying drivers differ. Silver and platinum are exposed to industrial […]
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Energies, Market Analysis, Technical Analysis
Crude Oil Forecast: Prices Ease Towards $94 as Profit-Taking Meets Rising Supply Risks
Crude oil has retreated towards $94 per barrel after a five-session rally, with technical correction and profit-taking weighing on prices. However, the outlook remains sensitive to geopolitical developments, shipping disruptions and potential changes to US sanctions policy. While efforts to ease global freight costs could improve supply flows, escalating tensions around key oil-producing regions continue […]
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- 2 weeks ago
AUD, Market Analysis, Technical Analysis
Australian Dollar Forecast: AUD Falls Below $0.70 as Weak Jobs Data Reduces RBA Rate-Hike Bets
The Australian dollar has fallen below US$0.70 as weaker-than-expected employment data prompts markets to reassess the Reserve Bank of Australia’s (RBA) interest-rate outlook. September employment fell sharply, while unemployment rose above expectations, suggesting the labour market may be losing momentum. Attention now turns to quarterly inflation data, which could determine whether further monetary tightening remains […]
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