Amazon (AMZN) Shares Retreat from All-Time High After Earnings Report
As shown in the Amazon (AMZN) stock chart, the price reached an all-time high of around $242 per share on 4 February. However, following the earnings report on 6 December, AMZN shares declined despite the company exceeding analysts' expectations:
→ Earnings per share: Actual = $1.86, Forecast...
Hang Seng Index Hits Four-Month High Amid DeepSeek’s Success
As shown in the Hang Seng (Hong Kong 50 on FXOpen) chart today, the index has risen above the 21,500 mark for the first time since October 2024.
According to Reuters, bullish sentiment is fuelled by optimism surrounding the success of the DeepSeek startup. Leading gainers include tech stocks:
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Market Analysis: NZD/USD Rebound: Signs of Trend Shift?
NZD/USD is also rising and might aim for more gains above 0.5700.
Important Takeaways for NZD USD Analysis Today
- NZD/USD is consolidating gains above the 0.5600 zone.
- There is a key declining channel forming with resistance at 0.5680 on the hourly chart of NZD/USD at FXOpen.
NZD/USD Technical...
Market Analysis: AUD/USD Rebound: Signs of Trend Shift?
AUD/USD started a decent increase above the 0.6200 and 0.6240 levels.
Important Takeaways for AUD USD Analysis Today
- The Aussie Dollar rebounded after forming a base above the 0.6100 level against the US Dollar.
- There was a break below a connecting bullish trend line with support at 0.6255 on the...
Ford (F) Share Price Drops to a 4-Year Low
As shown by the Ford (F) share price chart today, the price has fallen to $9.25 – its lowest level since early 2021.
This drop occurred following the publication of the quarterly earnings report on 5 February:
→ Earnings per share: Actual = $0.39, Expected = $0.34;
→ Gross revenue: Actual = $48.2bn, Expected =...
Crude Oil Price Hits New 2025 Low
As shown on the XBR/USD chart, the price of Brent crude oil dropped to $73.92 yesterday:
→ this marks a new low for 2025;
→ the decline since 15 January exceeds 9%.
Bearish sentiment is being driven by Trump's policies. According to Reuters, the Brent crude price is falling due to:
→ US President Donald Trump’s renewed trade...
How Does a Carry Trade Work?
A carry trade is a popular forex trading strategy that takes advantage of interest rate differentials between two currencies, aiming to earn returns from the interest gap. This article explores what a carry trade is, its formula, and how the strategy works, helping traders understand its potential advantages and risks.
Carry...
USD/CAD Exchange Rate Stabilises
As we reported on 3 February, the decision by the US president to impose 25% tariffs on goods imported from Canada sent the USD/CAD rate soaring to a 22-year high.
However, after a round of negotiations between Donald Trump and Justin Trudeau, the tariff implementation was postponed by a month, which was reflected in the USD/CAD...
UPS Share Price Plunges to a 4.5-Year Low
Last week, United Parcel Service (UPS)—one of the world's largest parcel delivery, supply chain management, and courier service companies—released its quarterly report.
→ Earnings per share: Actual = $2.75, Expected = $2.53
→ Total revenue: Actual = $25.4 billion, Expected = $25.3 billion
Despite EPS exceeding...
Understanding Fibonacci Extensions
Have you ever noticed that market movements often occur in repeatable patterns? Well, that’s where Fibonacci extensions come into play. Join us in this article as we dive into the world of Fibonacci extensions and discover how they can be a strong addition to your trading arsenal.
A Primer on Fibonacci Ratios
Fibonacci...
PepsiCo (PEP) Shares Drop 4.5% After Earnings Report
Yesterday, PepsiCo Inc. (PEP) released its investor report, which delivered mixed results.
Positive highlights:
→ Earnings per share ($1.96) exceeded expectations ($1.94).
→ Gatorade strengthened its market position.
→ Mountain Dew Baja Blast generated $1 billion in annual revenue.
→ International revenue...
Market Analysis: USD/CHF Takes Hit
USD/CHF declined and now struggling below the 0.9120 resistance.
Important Takeaways for USD/CHF Analysis Today
- USD/CHF declined below the 0.9160 and 0.9120 support levels.
- There was a break below a major bullish trend line with support
USD/CHF Technical Analysis
On the hourly chart of USD/CHF at FXOpen, the pair...
Market Analysis: EUR/USD Recovers
EUR/USD started a fresh increase above the 1.0310 resistance.
Important Takeaways for EUR/USD Analysis Today
- The Euro started a decent recovery wave from the 1.0210 zone against the US Dollar.
- There was a break above a connecting bearish trend line with resistance at 1.0340 on the hourly chart of EUR/USD at FXOpen.
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NZD/USD Analysis: Recovery from 27-Month Low
This morning, New Zealand’s labour market data was released, showing unfavourable results. The unemployment rate rose to 5.1% in Q4, the highest since Q3 2020, signalling economic slowdown and reinforcing expectations of a rate cut by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand at its meeting in late February.
However, the weak...
Three Outside Up and Down Candlestick Patterns: How to Identify and Trade Them
The three outside up and three outside down candlestick patterns offer traders a powerful way to analyse potential market reversals. Formed by 3 consecutive candlesticks they can signal key shifts in market sentiment, providing valuable insights into future price movements. In this...
USD/CNH Chart Sees Spike in Volatility Due to Tariffs
In response to the Trump administration's 10% tariff on Chinese goods, Beijing vowed to challenge the decision at the World Trade Organization.
Moreover, Chinese authorities have:
→ imposed retaliatory tariffs of 15% on US coal and liquefied gas, and 10% tariffs on oil and agricultural machinery;
→ launched...
AAPL Shares Drop Amid Trump’s Tariffs Despite Strong Earnings
Last week, Apple (AAPL) reported quarterly earnings that exceeded analyst expectations:
→ Earnings per share: $2.40 (expected: $2.35)
→ Revenue: $124.3 billion (expected: $124.2 billion)
Zacks analysts called the results “favourable,” yet Apple’s stock movement tells a different story:
→ On 31...
Mastering EUR/USD Trading
EUR/USD is the most traded forex pair, offering unparalleled liquidity and potential opportunities for traders of all levels. The exchange rate between the euro and the US dollar reflects the economic relationship between the two global powerhouses. In this article, we’ll explore what makes the EUR/USD pair so popular, the factors...
