Oil trims most of its panic gains of emergency reserves release headlines
Oil prices have come under strong selling pressure in the early European morning, extending their slump after the US opening. Headlines hint that G7 members and the International Energy Agency (IEA) are working to release emergency oil reserves to ease supply disruption fears, fuelled by a protracted Middle East war. WTI trades around $94 after hitting $110 a barrel.
EUR/USD: bounces from daily lows, remains below 1.1600
EUR/USD bounced from a four-month low near 1.1500, but remains below the 1.1600 mark in the mid-American session. The Middle East crisis continues to shape investors' sentiment at the beginning of the week, with crude oil prices soaring to three-year highs before trimming most of their panic-related gains.
Gold buyers defend $5,000
Gold recovers the four-day low it touched near $5,000 at the weekly opening and trades near the $5,100 mark in the second half of the day on Monday. Investors remain worried about the effects of a protracted Middle East conflict on Crude Oil prices and the global inflation outlook, which, in turn, acts as a tailwind for the precious metal.
Crypto Today: Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP tick up as Oil prices surge amid US-Iran war
The cryptocurrency market remains relatively stable as the US-Israel war with Iran rages on. Bitcoin is edging up above $68,000 at the time of writing on Monday, as Ethereum and Ripple test recovery strength above $2,000 and $1.36, respectively.
DEEPER DIVE
Silver moving away from record highs: critical floor at $64.00 Premium
Despite panic taking over financial markets, the usual safe-haven metals are getting ignored. The US Dollar, on the other hand, became the shining star of the board, recovering its refuge status after long missing it. What happened?
First Venezuela, now Iran: The US-China energy war escalates Premium
At first glance, the latest escalation involving the United States with both Iran and Venezuela looks like another chapter in a long-running geopolitical story. But viewed through a broader strategic lens, something else may be unfolding: Energy.
Three reasons to be bearish on Bitcoin
Bitcoin is holding up well taking into account the uncertainty stemming from the Middle East. Despite this week’s rally, the long-term outlook remains bearish. Here are three reasons why I think the storm for the largest cryptocurrency isn't over yet.
CRYPTOCURRENCIES
Ripple defends key support amid increasing capital outflows
Ripple (XRP) is holding above $1.35 at the time of writing on Monday as global markets continue pricing in the war in the Middle East. The remittance token faced significant capital outflows last week, reflecting sticky risk-off sentiment.
Crypto Today: Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP tick up as Oil prices surge amid US-Iran war
The cryptocurrency market remains relatively stable as the US-Israel war with Iran rages on. Bitcoin is edging up above $68,000 at the time of writing on Monday, as Ethereum and Ripple test recovery strength above $2,000 and $1.36, respectively.
Bittensor faces major resistance near $200 amid rising bullish activity
Bittensor (TAO) edges higher by 8% at press time on Monday, inching closer to the $200 mark. Derivatives data show a surge in TAO futures Open Interest, reflecting the market's anticipation of further recovery.
STOCKS
Running for the hills
Not yet. S&P 500 far from maintained Thursday‘s late session rebound fire, and clearly rolled over in fear of NFPs incoming. Sure, different methodology to calculate, and nursing strike on top, the figure were most disappointing. Every cloud has a silver lining, and rate cutting bets made stocks rebound, and even the battered financials took part.
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: War! Inflation to soar, central banks to change course Premium
The EUR/USD pair ends the week just below the 1.1600 mark, posting its largest weekly decline in over a year. Financial markets shifted to panic mode in March after United States (US) President Donald Trump joined forces with Israel and launched a massive attack on Iran on the last day of February.
GBP/USD: Pound Sterling appears vulnerable amid widening Middle East crisis Premium
The Pound Sterling (GBP) hit the lowest level in three months against the US Dollar (USD) near 1.3250 and staged a modest rebound, but ended the week deep in the red.
Why tax refund season may not give stocks the boost investors hoped for Premium
Since late last year, US stock market bulls have been arguing that one of the primary events likely to boost share prices in 2026 was the coming tax refund season. But as the first refund data rolls in, the supposed market-fueling cash surge is looking far less impressive than expected, challenging that bullish assumption.
Gold: Middle East crisis fails to lift XAU/USD Premium
Gold (XAU/USD) came under heavy bearish pressure and registered weekly losses even after opening with a bullish gap on news of the United States (US) and Israel carrying out a joint attack against Iran on February 28.
Bitcoin: Middle East tensions and increasing Oil prices weigh on BTC
After taking a slight hit last weekend following US and Israeli strikes on Iran, Bitcoin (BTC) showed strength in the first few days of the week, charging above $73,000, while US spot BTC exchange-traded funds (ETFs) attracted about $1.14 billion in net inflows across three days.
US Dollar: The buck strikes back Premium
This week, the US Dollar (USD) decisively moved higher, leaving behind the previous week's inconclusive price action. The US Dollar Index (DXY) reached new four-month highs around 99.70, potentially leading to a visit to the psychological 100.00 barrier sooner than expected.
EDUCATION
Top 10 smart money chart patterns that work
Have you ever entered a perfect trade only to get stopped out - and then watched price fly in the direction you originally wanted? That wasn't bad luck. That was smart money doing exactly what it was designed to do.
If you want to be a successful trader, become a successful prompt engineer
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PRESS RELEASES
From growing up with a single mom to independent trader: PU Prime highlights women’s financial resilience
While the trading community has often been seen as a "gentlemen’s club," this International Women’s Day, PU Prime is proud to spotlight a story that inspires: Joyce, a mother and a trader, sharing her journey of resilience and financial empowerment.
Paris Blockchain Week 2026: Where institutions and digital assets finally meet
For years, blockchain conferences have been dominated by crypto-native narratives. Protocols talking to protocols, builders talking to builders. Paris Blockchain Week 2026 takes a different approach.
Versus Trade highlights rapid growth and partner engagement at iFX Expo Dubai 2026
Versus Trade participated in iFX Expo Dubai 2026, held on February 11–12, using the event to present its expanding trading infrastructure and partnership ecosystem to a global fintech audience.