Gold Whipsaws and Signals a Potential Momentum Shift The precious metal rose phenomenally in the wake of the FOMC meeting and updated summary of economic projections. The US dollar acted as the release valve for all the hawkish sentiment that had been priced into the market. US activity, jobs and inflation data printed on the higher side of estimates in...

Japanese Yen (USD/JPY) Analysis BoJ minutes extend the ‘carry trade’ as officials rule out rapid rate hikesLike clockwork, Japan’s top currency diplomat voices dissatisfaction with recent yen volatility, weaknessIG Client sentiment ‘mixed’ despite massive short positioningThe analysis in this article makes use of chart patterns and key support and resistance levels. For more information visit our comprehensive education library BoJ...

Brent Crude Oil News and Analysis Over 150 missiles and drones fired in latest attack on UkraineOil prices ease into the weekend despite attacks on energy infrastructureIG client sentiment focuses on recent changes in positioning to arrive at bearish biasThe analysis in this article makes use of chart patterns and key support and resistance levels. For more information visit our...

Most Read: U.S. Dollar Outlook Market Sentiment: USD/JPY, USD/CAD, USD/CHF The U.S. dollar, as measured by the DXY index, strengthened this past week, closing at its best level since mid-February on Friday. Despite initial losses following the Fed’s dismissal of renewed inflation risks and indications that it was still on track for 75 basis points of easing this year, the...