WTI crude oil prices rebounded during the previous session, finding support at the pivotal 75.25 level we highlighted in our prior report. A break below this level would have signaled a continuation of the downward trend. On the 240-minute chart, we now observe positive crossover signals from the simple moving …
Read More »Oil loses momentum 10/6/2024
WTI crude oil futures experienced mixed trading, attempting to bounce back from recent lows by utilizing the 75.25 support level. Currently trading at $75.75 per barrel, the commodity faces a bearish outlook due to several technical factors. The 50-day simple moving average continues to act as a strong resistance barrier, …
Read More »Weekly Recap: Global Markets Navigate Inflation Concerns, Policy Shifts, and Oil Uncertainty
As May draws to a close and June begins, financial markets worldwide find themselves at a critical juncture. Economic data reveals a mixed picture, with signs of easing inflation tempered by ongoing concerns about growth and the potential for further policy tightening. Central banks grapple with diverging paths, while oil …
Read More »Oil Prices Ease on Stronger Dollar, Higher-for-Longer Rates Outlook
Oil prices declined on Thursday as the stronger U.S. dollar and expectations of prolonged high interest rates raised concerns about potential demand reduction. Brent futures dropped 0.3% to $83.34 a barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude fell 0.3% to $79.00. Both benchmarks are on track for monthly losses, …
Read More »WTI Crude Oil Prices Face Potential Correction 30/5/2024
WTI crude oil experienced mixed trading yesterday, oscillating between gains and losses while approaching the previously identified target of 80.75. The commodity reached an intraday high of $80.60 per barrel before encountering resistance. Technical analysis reveals a shift in momentum. The price failed to sustain above the $80.00 level and …
Read More »Oil prices slide ahead of US EIA Data
Oil prices fell on Thursday as markets await the latest U.S. crude oil stockpiles data. Resilient U.S. economic activity suggests that borrowing costs will remain higher for longer, potentially impacting demand. Brent futures lost 9 cents to trade at $83.52 a barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WIT) crude was …
Read More »Oil is making notable gains 29/5/2024
WTI Crude Oil Prices Set for Further Gains, but Caution Advised WTI crude oil futures prices are on a clear upward trajectory, having recently surpassed the targeted levels of 79.30 and 79.70 and approaching the key psychological level of 80.50. The commodity reached an intraday high of $80.28 per barrel, …
Read More »WTI Crude Oil Prices Rise Amid Positive Technical Signals 28/5/2024
WTI crude oil futures prices have aligned with our previous technical forecast, reflecting a downward trend while trading below the $77.70 resistance level. However, as anticipated, a consolidation above this level triggered a recovery, pushing prices to a high of $78.90 in early trading today. Technical Indicators Support Potential for …
Read More »Market Drivers – US Session, May 28
Bitcoin closed on an upward trajectory, driven by news of collaboration between Argentina’s Securities and Exchange Commission and El Salvador. The two countries are exploring further adoption of cryptocurrencies. BTC’s global spread closed at $69,528 per unit, slightly higher than the previous day’s closing price of $68,489. However, the larger-cap …
Read More »Financial Markets’ Weekly Recap: FOMC Minutes, Inflation Attract Most Attention
The minutes of the latest Federal Reserve’s monetary policy meeting as well as inflation data attrac1ted most attention across trading markets for the week. The US dollar closed last week’s trading in an upward direction on the back of signals as well as messages included in FOMC Minutes for May’s …
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