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The BTI, a sentiment indicator, turned bearish three days after the S&P 500 made a new all-time high. Global markets are reacting heavily to a massive tech-led selloff from Friday and escalating geopolitical tensions over the weekend. Friday saw a severe correction in semiconductor and tech shares, leading to a 4% plunge in the Nasdaq […]

The S&P 500 closed yesterday at a record high of 7,209, marking its best monthly performance since late 2020. However, futures are showing a slight pause as investors digest a flood of earnings and a pivotal Fed meeting. Alphabet shares surged 10% yesterday to record highs on massive cloud revenue growth. This helped the tech

While recent sessions have seen the S&P 500 and Nasdaq hitting record levels, the immediate outlook is shaped by high oil prices and the ongoing “higher-for-longer” interest rate narrative. This narrative is not going away, plus the supply chain disruptions, there are stories of food and petrol shortages coming soon. The S&P 500 is at

After a strong rally last week—driven by hopes of a ceasefire—investors are turning defensive following the collapse of peace talks between the U.S. and Iran. The subsequent confirmation of a naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz has triggered a sharp rise in oil prices and renewed fears of supply chain disruptions. Last week rally

Following a surge of optimism regarding a ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran, the S&P 500 closed Thursday with solid gains. The FTSE 100 however was flat. All eyes are on the release of the Consumer Price Index (CPI). This is the primary driver for today’s price action as it dictates the Federal Reserve’s next

Markets are reacting sharply to news of intensified conflict in the Middle East. Following statements from the U.S. administration regarding military actions in the Middle East, oil prices have surged (Brent crude rising over $4), which is putting immediate downward pressure on global equities. Trump declared that the core strategic objectives of Operation Epic Fury

Yesterday we saw a relief rally back to a resistance area. The primary driver is a potential de-escalation in the U.S.-Iran conflict. Following a volatile Monday where markets plunged, sentiment has shifted positively after President Donald Trump announced a five-day postponement of planned military strikes on Iranian energy infrastructure to allow for “productive conversations.” Brent

Markets have shown resilience in recent days with some recovery attempts, but remain sensitive to Middle East developments, including reports of Iranian actions in the Strait of Hormuz, U.S. military responses, and fluctuating oil prices (which have pulled back from earlier spikes but remain elevated due to supply disruption fears). There is a clear correlation