Market Analysis
Market Analysis, Technical Analysis
China’s Economy Shows a Growing Divide as Unemployment Rises and Investment Falls
Today Markets Analysis: China’s latest economic data point to an increasingly uneven recovery, with industrial production showing resilience while the labour market deteriorates and investment continues to contract. The combination raises fresh questions over the strength of domestic demand and the ability of Beijing’s stimulus measures to revive private-sector confidence. Unemployment Rises to a Five-Month […]
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- 1 month ago
Market Analysis, Technical Analysis
Michael Burry Rebalances His Portfolio: Capitulation or Smarter Risk Management?
Today Markets Analysis: Michael Burry has once again adjusted his portfolio, reigniting debate over whether the investor is backing away from his bearish technology thesis or simply managing the risk of being early. Burry’s latest portfolio update, published on September 9, shows reductions in several positions linked to his bearish view on technology and artificial […]
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- 1 month ago
Market Analysis, Technical Analysis
China Industrial Output Accelerates as Manufacturing Outpaces Weak Consumer Demand
Today Markets Analysis: China’s industrial sector delivered a stronger-than-expected performance in August, highlighting continued resilience in manufacturing even as domestic consumer demand remains subdued. Industrial production rose 5.2% year-on-year in August 2026, accelerating from 4.5% in July and comfortably beating the 4.8% market forecast. The result suggests that China’s manufacturing sector continues to provide an […]
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- 1 month ago
Energies, Market Analysis, Technical Analysis
European Gas Prices Surge as Hormuz Disruption Tightens Winter Supply Outlook
Today Markets Analysis: European natural gas prices remained above €82/MWh on Tuesday, reaching their highest level since late 2022 as traders increasingly focused on the potential for prolonged disruption to global LNG supplies and Europe’s already fragile winter storage position. The combination of uncertainty around the Strait of Hormuz, reduced LNG tanker traffic and ongoing […]
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- 1 month ago
Energies, Market Analysis
Oil Edges Higher as Supply Risks Mount Across the Middle East
Today Markets Analysis: Crude oil climbed above $102 per barrel on Tuesday, as traders continued to price heightened uncertainty around global supply and the risk of further disruption across key Middle Eastern energy routes. The latest move comes as Saudi Arabia’s East-West pipeline remains shut following drone attacks. The pipeline provides an alternative route for […]
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- 1 month ago
Market Analysis, Metals
Gold Holds Decline as Oil Surge Strengthens Fed Rate Hike Bets
Today Markets Analysis: Gold has remained under pressure below $4,300 an ounce, trading close to its lowest levels in more than a month as surging oil prices reinforce expectations for tighter US monetary policy. Rising energy costs are adding to inflation concerns just as the Federal Reserve prepares for its September policy decision, while higher […]
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- 1 month ago
Institutional, Market Analysis
Europe’s Labour Paradox: More Workers, or More Productive Workers?
Today Markets Analysis: Europe has spent years treating demographic decline as fundamentally a shortage of people. But the economic problem is more complicated. A larger population does not automatically mean a more productive economy. As artificial intelligence, automation and productivity-enhancing technology change the amount and type of labour businesses require, Europe faces a more fundamental question: should […]
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- 1 month ago
Institutional, Market Analysis
Dismal German Retail Sales Data. Is the Economy Losing Momentum?
German retail sales disappointed sharply in July, falling 3.4% m/m versus expectations for a 0.4% increase. This was a significant downside surprise, pointing to weaker private consumption. Moreover, Destatis revised the June reading to 0.0% m/m from the previously reported 0.7% decline. The weak data are not encouraging for equities and the valuations of companies […]
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- 2 months ago
Institutional, Market Analysis
Week Ahead – Aug 31st
Global markets are underpinned by long-term interest rates, which remained elevated at the turn of September amid high energy prices, ample AI-related corporate debt issuance, and wide budget deficits against signs of resilient economic growth. Economic data from the US will be centered on the labor market as FOMC members note the US is at […]
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- 2 months ago
Market Analysis, Metals
Gold Price – XAU/USD holds gains above $4,600 as bullish bias prevails
Gold (XAU/USD) extends its gains for the second successive day, trading around $4,610 during the European hours on Friday. The price of the precious metal is remaining within the ascending channel pattern, suggesting a persistent bullish bias. The XAU/USD pair is retaining a constructive bullish bias as spot holds above both the nine-period and 50-period Exponential […]
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- 2 months ago