The US economy defies the rules: 100 days into the Oil shock and the recession signal is still missing Premium
US Dollar: In the labour market we trust Premium
Gold: Strong US labor market weighs heavily as Middle East uncertainty lingers Premium
DEEPER DIVE
The US economy defies the rules: 100 days into the Oil shock and the recession signal is still missing Premium
More than three months after the start of the Iran war and the resulting disruption to global energy markets, the US economy continues to display remarkable resilience. The conflict has triggered a sharp rise in Oil prices, reignited inflationary pressures and fueled widespread concerns about a potential economic slowdown.
Recession on paper: What really moves the Canadian Loonie now? Premium
Statistics Canada handed the headline writers a gift and the analysts a headache. Real GDP shrank 0.1% on an annualized basis in the first quarter, and with the fourth quarter of 2025 revised down to a 1.0% contraction, that is two negative quarters in a row, the textbook definition of a technical recession and Canada's first since the pandemic.
CRYPTOCURRENCIES
Crypto Today: Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP trade under sustained selling pressure despite mild ETF inflows
Cryptocurrency prices remain under pressure as a risk-off mood persists on Friday, with Bitcoin consolidating its losses above $62,000. Altcoins, including Ethereum and Ripple, are extending their weakness, trading near lower support levels around $1,600 and $1.12, respectively.
Bitcoin Weekly Forecast: After the bloodbath, everyone looks at $60,000
Bitcoin (BTC) hovers above $62,000 at the time of writing on Friday, weighed down by growing risk-off sentiment due to persistent geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and sticky macroeconomic uncertainty.
Cardano hits five-year low even as Hoskinson clarifies "break" isn't an exit
Cardano price is down 10% at press time on Friday, extending losses over 30% so far this week amid Charles Hoskinson's clarification that "break" isn't an exit. A reactionary spike in on-chain activity and social chatter, reflecting a strength of community, but fails to absorb the price decline.
STOCKS
Broadcom plunge drags down NASDAQ, but Dow Jones surges on lower Oil Premium
The US stock market is of two minds on Thursday, and that means the Dow Jones Industrial Index (DJIA) and NASDAQ 100 (NDX) are moving in opposite directions.
Nasdaq 100 rebound looks strong… or is it just a trap?
The Nasdaq 100 spent the past few sessions recovering strongly from its November lows, rebounding from 24,307 and climbing back into the 25,100–25,150 mid-range zone. While the candles look convincing, the broader picture reveals a different story: the index remains trapped inside a 4H range structure.
WEEKLY FORECAST
EUR/USD: US Dollar meant to keep rallying despite expected ECB hike Premium
The US economy defies the rules: 100 days into the Oil shock and the recession signal is still missing Premium
Gold: Strong US labor market weighs heavily as Middle East uncertainty lingers Premium
Bitcoin: After the bloodbath, everyone looks at $60,000
US Dollar: In the labour market we trust Premium
Week ahead – Fed countdown begins amid US inflation data and geopolitical risks
Fed Chair Warsh’s first meeting approaches as key US inflation data could reshape expectations. Oil prices remain elevated as US-Iran talks continue; tariffs also return to the spotlight. ECB is expected to hike; will it be a one-off move or is July live?
EDUCATION
One line, three setups: The only moving average you need?
Ask 10 traders what's on their chart, and you'll see the 9 EMA come up again and again. There's a reason it's so popular. In this video, I break down the 3 most common ways top traders use the 9 EMA to trade futures, forex, gold and indices.
The market is repricing the future
Financial markets are again entering a period where traders and investors must look beyond isolated price movements. The current market situation is not defined by one asset class, one economic indicator, or one central bank statement.
PRESS RELEASES
PU Prime joined Traders Fair Thailand 2026
PU Prime, a global multi-licensed online brokerage, successfully concluded its high-impact participation at Traders Fair Thailand, held on May 23, 2026, at the prestigious ICONSIAM Bangkok.
XTB institutional debuts at iFX EXPO 2026: The evolution of X Open Hub
Corporate restructuring frequently involves sweeping operational shifts. X Open Hub takes a different approach, transitioning to the name ‘XTB Institutional.’
RedotPay enters B2B market with “RedotPay Connect”: A new gateway slashes fees by 70% for global merchants
Launching at Money20/20 Europe, RedotPay Connect enables businesses to accept stablecoins and settle with local currency, bridging the $2 trillion crypto market with traditional enterprise commerce.