US Dollar surges post-Fed, uncertainty remains

US Dollar surges post-Fed, uncertainty remains
The EUR/USD pair closed the week below 1.1500, not far above a fresh multi-week low of 1.1454. The US Dollar (USD) rallied following the Federal Reserve’s (Fed) monetary policy announcement, the sole market catalyst this past week.
Gold: Bulls regain control; the next leg higher remains uncertain

Gold: Bulls regain control; the next leg higher remains uncertain

The precious metal started the week in quite a bearish mood, further extending the almost uninterrupted leg lower after August tops near the $4,700 mark per troy ounce. However, market sentiment made a U-turn in the second half of the week. It was not the Federal Reserve (Fed), reignited geopolitical tensions, the US Dollar (USD) or Treasury yields.
BoJ Recap: Not as hawkish as expected

BoJ Recap: Not as hawkish as expected

The Bank of Japan (BoJ) raised its short-term interest-rate target to 1.25% from 1.00% in a 7-2 vote, marking another step in the normalisation of monetary policy and widely matching what everyone has been expecting for weeks.
Bitcoin: BTC shrugs off CLARITY Act setback and hawkish Fed

Bitcoin: BTC shrugs off CLARITY Act setback and hawkish Fed

Bitcoin (BTC) price action has remained resilient this week, trading above $78,000 at the time of writing on Friday, heading toward a key resistance zone. Institutional demand shows early signs of weakness, with spot Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) on track for a second straight week of outflows, with over $420 million recorded through Thursday amid escalating Middle East tensions.

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BoJ Recap: Not as hawkish as expected

BoJ Recap: Not as hawkish as expected

The Bank of Japan (BoJ) raised its short-term interest-rate target to 1.25% from 1.00% in a 7-2 vote, marking another step in the normalisation of monetary policy and widely matching what everyone has been expecting for weeks.

Fed recap: One hike down, more to come? The Fed’s new rate path says yes

Fed recap: One hike down, more to come? The Fed’s new rate path says yes

The Federal Reserve (Fed) raised its Fed Fund Target Range (FFTR) range by 25 basis points to 3.75%-4.00% in a unanimous decision, saying the move would support a timelier return to its 2% inflation goal.

2% wages: Why Canada’s weak jobs data strengthens the BoC’s stance

2% wages: Why Canada’s weak jobs data strengthens the BoC’s stance

Canada lost nearly 42K jobs in August against forecasts for a 15K gain, and the unemployment rate stayed at 6.4% anyway. Wages grew 2% on the year, the slowest since November 2017 outside the pandemic years.

CRYPTOCURRENCIES

Why altcoin season isn't coming back — and what stole its capital

Why altcoin season isn't coming back — and what stole its capital

If, after two years of being frozen in ice, Katara and Sokka woke you up to the crypto market, it would seem like 100 years have passed. With Bitcoin soaring to record highs just over a year ago, everyone expected a routine altcoin season, where investors take profits from the top crypto to chase higher returns in altcoins.

Bitcoin Weekly Forecast: BTC shrugs off CLARITY Act setback and hawkish Fed

Bitcoin Weekly Forecast: BTC shrugs off CLARITY Act setback and hawkish Fed

Bitcoin recovers, trading above $78,000 on Friday, but the 50-week SMA near $78,760 continues to cap its upside. A hawkish Fed outlook, escalating Middle East tensions, and the CLARITY Act's failure to advance in the US Senate could limit BTC upside.

Why Bitcoin's over 30% rebound doesn't mean the bear market cycle is done

Why Bitcoin's over 30% rebound doesn't mean the bear market cycle is done

BTC has staged a strong recovery after falling to a yearly low of $57,800 in July, gaining nearly 33% and recording two consecutive months of gains in July and August. Is this the start of a new bullish phase, or simply another recovery within a broader bear-market cycle?

STOCKS

Lennar reports Q3 earnings: What key metrics have to say

Lennar reports Q3 earnings: What key metrics have to say

Lennar (LEN) reported $8.05 billion in revenue for the quarter ended August 2026, representing a year-over-year decline of 8.7%. EPS of $1.23 for the same period compares to $2.00 a year ago. The reported revenue compares to the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $8.33 billion, representing a surprise of -3.44%. The company delivered an EPS surprise of -4.65%, with the consensus EPS estimate being $1.29.
Nasdaq 100 rebound looks strong… or is it just a trap?

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

US Dollar surges post-Fed, uncertainty remains

US Dollar surges post-Fed, uncertainty remains

The EUR/USD pair closed the week below 1.1500, not far above a fresh multi-week low of 1.1454. The US Dollar (USD) rallied following the Federal Reserve’s (Fed) monetary policy announcement, the sole market catalyst this past week.
BoJ Recap: Not as hawkish as expected

BoJ Recap: Not as hawkish as expected

The Bank of Japan (BoJ) raised its short-term interest-rate target to 1.25% from 1.00% in a 7-2 vote, marking another step in the normalisation of monetary policy and widely matching what everyone has been expecting for weeks.
Gold: Bulls regain control; the next leg higher remains uncertain

Gold: Bulls regain control; the next leg higher remains uncertain

The precious metal started the week in quite a bearish mood, further extending the almost uninterrupted leg lower after August tops near the $4,700 mark per troy ounce. However, market sentiment made a U-turn in the second half of the week. It was not the Federal Reserve (Fed), reignited geopolitical tensions, the US Dollar (USD) or Treasury yields.
Bitcoin: BTC shrugs off CLARITY Act setback and hawkish Fed

Bitcoin: BTC shrugs off CLARITY Act setback and hawkish Fed

Bitcoin (BTC) price action has remained resilient this week, trading above $78,000 at the time of writing on Friday, heading toward a key resistance zone. Institutional demand shows early signs of weakness, with spot Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) on track for a second straight week of outflows, with over $420 million recorded through Thursday amid escalating Middle East tensions.
Forecasting the upcoming week: Trump, Xi, oil, tariffs and PMIs

Forecasting the upcoming week: Trump, Xi, oil, tariffs and PMIs

A very positive week saw the US Dollar (USD) climb to new seven-week tops, mostly backed by the hawkish tilt at the FOMC event on Wednesday while unabated strength in Crude Oil prices have also underpinned the move during the first half of the week.
Week ahead – Hawkish Fed sets the tone for flash PMIs, SNB decides on policy

Week ahead – Hawkish Fed sets the tone for flash PMIs, SNB decides on policy

Fed’s hawkish hike adds fuel to Dollar’s engines. US, Eurozone and UK flash PMIs to test inflation and growth outlooks. SNB set to stand pat amid low inflation and still-strong Franc. Trump–Xi talks could impact Aussie, Kiwi and risk sentiment.



EDUCATION

How economic uncertainty changes bullion buying patterns across generations

How economic uncertainty changes bullion buying patterns across generations

When the economy becomes uncertain, investors react differently depending on their goals and circumstances. But, generally, periods of high inflation, market volatility, or geopolitical tension push investors to look beyond traditional assets for ways to diversify and manage uncertainty.

You’re watching pre-market levels wrong [Video]

You’re watching pre-market levels wrong [Video]

If you trade NQ, you’ve probably been told to watch the pre-market high and pre-market low. That part is easy. The harder question is: what are you actually supposed to do when price gets there? Most traders react too quickly, and that’s usually where the trouble starts.

PRESS RELEASES

DB Investing announces AI-first transformation and launch of dbinvesting.ai

DB Investing announces AI-first transformation and launch of dbinvesting.ai

DB Investing today announced the launch of dbinvesting.ai, marking its evolution from a traditional brokerage into an AI-first fintech and technology company.

Alpari invites traders and partners to connect at Forex Expo Dubai

Alpari invites traders and partners to connect at Forex Expo Dubai

Meet the team at Booth 147 on 22–23 September 2026 to explore trading platforms, access to global markets, and partnership opportunities.

iFX EXPO unveils trader-first format for Mexico as global trading brands confirm participation

iFX EXPO unveils trader-first format for Mexico as global trading brands confirm participation

HFM, Webull, VT Markets, cTrader and other leading brands will connect with 3,000+ attendees from Mexico’s trading and investment community at The Trading Festival Mexico 2026.

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