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A Geopolitical Oil Shock: Between Escalation Risk And Tactical Opportunity
Brent surged 64% in March as Hormuz tensions mount. Explore how geopolitical risks, futures signals, and post-conflict positioning are reshaping oil markets in 2026.
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Today Technical Analysis: Brent Oil Surges Above $120, Reaching Its Highest Level Since 2022
Oil is showing strong bullish momentum, supported by a clear sequence of higher highs and higher lows. Price has recently broken above the key resistance near $108.50 and extended gains toward $110.30, confirming continuation of the uptrend.
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Today Fundamental Analysis: Federal Reserve Keeps Interest Rates Unchanged as Inflation Risks Remain Elevated
On Wednesday, the Federal Reserve kept interest rates unchanged, but a split vote and concerns about inflation suggest rate cuts may not come soon.
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EBC Markets Briefing | European equities set to navigate complex landscape
Sarah Breeden warned risks are underpriced as UK equities face pressure. Inflation, weak capital and energy risks weigh, while Germany slows and defence rises.
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The dollar welcomes Powell’s decision to stay on
The US dollar has received positive news from the Fed, the oil market and the US economy. Jerome Powell remains on the FOMC, Brent crude has surpassed $120 per barrel, and orders for durable goods (excluding aircraft and military equipment) jumped by 3.3% in March.
FxPro
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Fed split pushes yen past 160, oil surges on fresh Iran fears
Three-way split at Fed livens up Powell’s last meeting, puts yen in jeopardy. Oil prices jump again as Trump signals impatience with Iran. Stagflation fears overpower equities despite bumper tech earnings. But FX markets largely calm as ECB and BoE decisions awaited.
XM Group
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Fed Turns Hawkish; ECB and BoE in Focus
Today’s focus shifts to the ECB, BoE, and U.S. Core PCE. Markets will watch whether Lagarde lays the groundwork for June or July ECB rate hike and how she assesses Middle East risks. The BoE is expected to hold, but any signal on future hikes or downside economic risks could move sterling. A stronger-than-expected Core PCE reading would further reinforce the Fed’s inflation concerns.
ATFX
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Post-Fed Markets Pause as Dollar Holds and Focus Shifts to GDP and PCE | 30th April 2026
Markets are consolidating after the Fed held rates, with USD steady and assets range-bound. Gold struggles, USD/JPY and GBP/USD trade flat, and USD/CAD is mixed. Focus shifts to US GDP and PCE data as the next key drivers.
Moneta Markets
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Gold Holds Near Monthly Lows Amid Persistent Inflation Pressures
Gold is trading at around 4,550 USD per ounce on Thursday, remaining close to its monthly lows. Pressure on the metal continues to build as rising energy prices fuel inflation expectations and increase the likelihood of tighter monetary policy from the world’s major central banks.
RoboForex
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EBC Markets Briefing | Crude prices spurt; Intel saw fresh peak
Oil rose after Donald Trump rejected Iran’s plan. OPEC+ may boost output, while Goldman Sachs flagged demand risks and inventories fell.
EBC Financial Group
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The crypto market is falling, but Doge is on the rise
The crypto market is edging lower, but Dogecoin continues to rise, signalling a bullish trend amid neutral news and reduced investor interest.
FxPro
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Buybacks and Big Tech Flows Power the Next Leg Higher
Record corporate buybacks and strong institutional demand are reinforcing the rally in US equities. The S&P 500 remains supported by internal corporate demand, whilst flows into tech continue to lift the NASDAQ 100. The outlook stays constructive, though risks of short-term overheating are rising.
Headway
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Today Technical Analysis: Gold Falls To $4,550 As The US dollar Remains Strong
Gold is trading near $4,586 after a sharp selloff from $4,730 and only a weak rebound from $4,555. Price shows bearish pressure remains intact despite short-term stabilization.
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Today Fundamental Analysis: US indices retreat from their record highs as investors await tech earnings
U.S. stock futures rose early Wednesday as investors prepared for a major day featuring earnings from four Magnificent Seven companies and the conclusion of what could be Jerome Powell’s final Fed meeting as chair. S&P 500, Nasdaq 100, and Dow futures all moved higher after Tuesday’s pullback, when the S&P 500 and Nasdaq retreated from record highs amid weakness in technology stocks.
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The Fed is set to wait and see
The US dollar has entered a consolidation phase ahead of the Fed and ECB meetings and the lull in the Middle East. Central banks intend to adopt a wait-and-see stance amid geopolitical uncertainty. Right now, the US and Iran are playing a game of chicken.
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Bitcoin consolidates at 77k as the Fed decision looms
BTC trades in a tight range below 80k; The Fed is expected to leave rates unchanged at 3.5%-3.75%; Oil prices remain above $110, and peace talks are stalled, complicating the macro backdrop; Powell could acknowledge the risks to inflation with a slightly hawkish bias; BTC technical analysis.
PrimeXBT
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Fragile risk sentiment ahead of Fed and key earnings
Slow progress in US-Iran talks keeps oil prices elevated, unaffected by UAE’s OPEC exit; Fed meeting in focus, but all eyes are on key earnings announcements; Expectations for stellar results could trigger a sharp sell-off upon disappointment; BoC to remain in waiting mode; muted loonie reaction expected ahead of US events;
XM Group
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EBC Markets Briefing | Aussie dollar falls after CPI report; gold tanked
On April 30, the Australian dollar fell as investors awaited the Fed decision; Q1 CPI rose below forecasts, RBA hikes eased, China profits jumped, and gold dipped.
EBC Financial Group
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The crypto takes a breather after growth
The crypto market is in a wait-and-see phase: Bitcoin has slowed its growth, the fear index is falling, analysts expect a bull cycle, and institutional investors are increasing their investments.
FxPro
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EUR/USD Holds Steady Ahead of Fed Meeting, Focus on Middle East Outlook
EUR/USD is slightly lower on Wednesday, trading with minimal movement around 1.1708. The market is preparing for a Federal Reserve meeting, which could be Jerome Powell's last before his term ends in May.
RoboForex
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