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Written by Samer Hasn, Senior Market Analyst at XS.com \WTI crude oil declined by 0.7% today, marking the third consecutive day of losses. The drop came as markets reacted to the new war initiated by the United States against Venezuela, where investors are increasingly concerned about the risk of further oversupply…

Written by Linh Tran, Market Analyst at XS.com At present, EUR/USD is in a phase lacking clear directional momentum, as monetary policy, economic data, and geopolitical developments are simultaneously shaping investor expectations. The most important pillar influencing EUR/USD remains the divergence in monetary policy expectations between the United States and…

Written by: Rania Gule, Senior Market Analyst at XS.com – MENA Precious metals markets are entering a pivotal phase as 2026 begins, with silver standing out in particular as one of the most debated and closely analyzed assets—not only because of its remarkable price performance, but also due to the convergence…

Today’s market analysis on behalf of Ahmad Assiri Research Strategist at Pepperstone At the very start of the new year 2026, silver trades on a strong footing rising more than 4% and regaining ground from the nearby $ 70 – 71 support range. The rebound has already clawed back nearly half…

Written by Linh Tran, Market Analyst at XS.com The outlook for the S&P 500 in 2026 no longer reflects the relatively easy growth conditions seen during 2023 – 2024, when valuations were lower and expectations for interest rate cuts were still wide. Instead, the U.S. equity market is entering a phase…

By Joseph Dahrieh, Managing Principal at Tickmill The US dollar remained near multi-week lows on Tuesday, as investors adopted a cautious stance ahead of the release of the FOMC minutes later today. Markets are looking to the minutes for clearer signals on the Federal Reserve’s policy trajectory in 2026, at…

By Bas Kooijman, CEO and Asset Manager of DHF Capital S.A Gold edged higher on Tuesday, stabilising above the USD 4,300 level after the sharp profit-taking move seen in the previous session. Monday’s selloff came as investors locked in gains with prices trading at historical highs. Despite that correction, the…

By Samer Hasn, Senior Market Analyst at XS.com Oil prices increased modestly for the second consecutive day, with WTI and Brent crude attempting to stabilize above $58 and $61 per barrel, respectively. The increase in oil prices comes amid multiple signals of escalating geopolitical tensions across several regions, which could…