Daily Global Market Update

Gold, Euro, and Pound declined against the dollar, with negative technical signals. Bitcoin experienced mixed signals, with a slight drop despite an initial gain. US stocks rose on holiday-thin trading, buoyed by the funding bill and tech gains, particularly Apple. MicroStrategy continued its Bitcoin buying spree.

Moneta Markets | hace 135

Gold's Decline Continues

Gold fell by 0.4% against the dollar in the last trading session. The Ultimate Oscillator indicates a negative signal.

Euro's Persistent Weakness

The EUR/USD pair dropped by 0.3% against the dollar in the last trading session. The MACD is giving a negative signal.

Pound Declines Amid Negative Sentiment

The GBP/USD pair fell by 0.3% in the last trading session. The Stochastic RSI indicates a negative signal.

Bitcoin's Mixed Signals

The Bitcoin/USD pair dropped by 1.6% after gaining as much as 1.3% during the last session. The Rate of Change (ROC) indicator signals a potential positive trend.

Global Financial Headlines

The S&P 500 and NASDAQ Composite rose in holiday-thin trading, supported by a stop-gap funding bill that averted a US Government shutdown. Gains were led by the 'Magnificent 7' tech stocks. MicroStrategy continues aggressive Bitcoin acquisition, purchasing 5,262 BTC for $561 million. Apple nears a $4 trillion valuation as AI-enhanced developments rejuvenate iPhone sales, surpassing Nvidia and Microsoft in valuation gains.

Upcoming Economic Highlights

Key events to monitor in the coming days include:

• US Redbook Index - 1355 GMT

• UK BRC Retail Sales - 0001 GMT

• Japan Overall Household Spending - 2330 GMT

• Eurozone Unemployment Rate - 1000 GMT

• Germany Industrial Production - 0700 GMT

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GBPUSD Analysis: Pound Potentially Form a Head & Shoulders

In this comprehensive analysis, Ultima Markets brings you an insightful breakdown of the GBPUSD for May 8th, 2025.

Ultima Markets | hace 9h 54min

Tariffs Ignite Safe-Haven Rally

Global financial markets on May 6, 2025, are stabilizing as investors await the Federal Reserve’s two-day FOMC meeting, with major currency pairs trading in tight ranges. Gold and silver rally on safe-haven demand driven by Trump’s new tariff threats and Middle East tensions, while the US Dollar holds steady despite recent weakness.

Moneta Markets | hace 2

GBPUSD shows bullish spark, but key resistance nearby

GBPUSD sends mixed signals near key support area of 1.3250. Bulls need a decisive close above 1.3285.

XM Group | hace 2

ATFX Market Outlook 6th May 2025

U.S. ISM Services PMI for April indicated accelerated expansion. However, the input prices index surged to its highest level in over two years, highlighting rising inflationary pressures likely stemming from tariffs. U.S. Treasury yields inched higher, while the dollar weakened against major currencies like the euro and yen as markets assessed the ongoing uncertainty surrounding President Trump’s

ATFX | hace 2

USDJPY, GBPUSD, Oil

Fed policy meeting to leave rates on hold; Will USDJPY recover ground?; BoC to cut rates by 25bps; GBPUSD ticks up; OPEC+ speeds up increases; WTI opens with bearish gap

XM Group | hace 3

EUR/USD tests key support in bid for upside

EUR/USD meets familiar support and returns above 1.1300. Technical Signals don’t yet confirm a meaningful rally. Sellers may stay on the sidelines until price falls below 1.1200.

XM Group | hace 3

ATFX Market Outlook 5th May 2025

Last Friday, the April Nonfarm Payrolls report in the U.S. surpassed expectations, indicating a resilient labor market. However, signs of slowing economic momentum, such as a contraction in Q1 GDP and rising jobless claims, raised concerns about a broader slowdown.

ATFX | hace 3

ATFX Market Outlook 2nd May 2025

Markets rallied overnight on upbeat sentiment. The U.S. Dollar Index extended gains for a third session, reclaiming the 100 mark to close at 100.18, supported by optimism over trade talks and stronger-than-expected ISM manufacturing data. U.S. Treasury yields climbed across the curve, with the 10-year yield at 4.221% and the 2-year at 3.709%.

ATFX | hace 6

EURUSD	1.12295	GBPUSD	1.32608	AUDUSD	0.64052
USDJPY	145.757	USDCAD	1.39258	USDCHF	0.83072