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Goldman Sachs -Desk Thoughts:- As anticipated, following Trump’s comments on August 12th, gold will not be subject to tariffs.- The EFP strength to +$20/oz (December matched) likely stemmed from physical traders hesitating to take the opposing side of the macro bid... Goldman Sachs -Desk Thoughts:- As anticipated, following Trump’s comments on August 12th, gold will not be subject to tariffs.- The EFP strength to +$
USD Lower Following NFPThe US Dollar is starting the week on a softer footing as traders digest Friday’s report and look ahead to a slew of key US data to come. The August NFP was seen falling to just 22k, down sharply from the upwardly revised 79k reading seen in ... USD Lower Following NFPThe US Dollar is starting the week on a softer footing as traders digest Friday’s report and look ahead to a slew of key US dat
BTC Holding Support for NowBitcoin is on watch this week following the consolidation we’ve seen following the recent correction lower. The futures market dropped from highs of almost $125k in mid-August to test support at the $108,855 level. While this region holds... BTC Holding Support for NowBitcoin is on watch this week following the consolidation we’ve seen following the recent correction lower. The futures mar
Friday's weaker-than-expected jobs data from the United States has resulted in sustained pressure on the USD, leading to a premium being maintained for USD puts when compared to the EUR. EUR/USD remains a favored option for traders looking to short the USD. Th... Friday's weaker-than-expected jobs data from the United States has resulted in sustained pressure on the USD, leading to a premium being maintain
TitleGBPUSD H1 I Bullish bounce off supportTypeBullish bouncePreference: The price is falling towards the pivot at 1.3454, an overlap support that is slightly above the 50%Fibonacci retracement. A bounce at this level could lead the price toward the 1st resistance ... TitleGBPUSD H1 I Bullish bounce off supportTypeBullish bouncePreference: The price is falling towards the pivot at 1.3454, an overlap support that is
TitleUSOUSD H4 | Bullish reversal ahead Type Bullish bouncePreference:The price is falling towards the pivot at 61.59, which is a pullback support that aligns with the 161.8% Fibonacci extension. A bounce from this level could lead the price toward the 1st resistan... TitleUSOUSD H4 | Bullish reversal ahead Type Bullish bouncePreference:The price is falling towards the pivot at 61.59, which is a pullback support tha
Crude Higher on MondayOil prices are rising on Monday, despite the latest OPEC+ output hike, as demand grows against the backdrop of a weaker USD and elevated Russi-Ukraine risks. A fresh drop in the US NFP data on Friday has seen Fed easing expectations rising nea... Crude Higher on MondayOil prices are rising on Monday, despite the latest OPEC+ output hike, as demand grows against the backdrop of a weaker USD and
The FTSE Finish LineThe U.K.'s benchmark index, FTSE 100, edged down in late trading on Monday as investors focused on stock-specific moves driven by corporate news and shifts in commodity markets. Attention remains centred on the confidence vote in France thi... The FTSE Finish LineThe U.K.'s benchmark index, FTSE 100, edged down in late trading on Monday as investors focused on stock-specific moves drive
Daily Market Outlook, September 8, 2025 Patrick Munnelly, Partner: Market Strategy, Tickmill GroupMunnelly’s Macro Minute…The Yen dropped sharply and Japanese markets gained after PM Ishiba announced his resignation. Asian markets increased as traders were more con... Daily Market Outlook, September 8, 2025 Patrick Munnelly, Partner: Market Strategy, Tickmill GroupMunnelly’s Macro Minute…The Yen dropped sharply and
Title NZDUSD H1 I Bullish run set to continueTypeBullish bouncePreference:The price is rising towards the pivot at 0.5880, an overlap support that is slightly above the 50% Fibonacci retracement. A bounce at this level could lead the price toward the 1st resistance... Title NZDUSD H1 I Bullish run set to continueTypeBullish bouncePreference:The price is rising towards the pivot at 0.5880, an overlap support that is

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FX Options Insights 06/01/25

FX Options Insights 06/01/25In trading on Monday, the USD experienced a broad pullback affecting FX option implied volatility, triggered by a Washington Post report suggesting a possible relaxation of...

FX Options Insights 18/12/24

FX Options Insights 18/12/24Option traders are making adjustments to their positions ahead of Wednesday's Federal Reserve meeting and the Christmas holidays. Two significant trades were observed...

Institutional Insights: Goldman Sachs - Equity Positioning & Key Levels

Equity Positioning and Key Levels|16 December 2024 | Summary:1.CTA Corner:We have CTAs modeled long +$129bn of global equities(75th%tile) after buying +$25bn of equities last week globally (link).2.GS...

Institutional Insights 17/12/24

Institutional Insights 17/12/24The option strikes expiring at 1.0500 on Friday are nearing 10 billion euros, with related hedging activities keeping the EUR/USD around this level. An additional 14...

Institutional Insights: BofA Systematic Flows Monitor

Systematic Flows MonitorTrend followers overweight US equities and USD with low unwind risk currently CTAs long US equities and neutral in Europe & JapanAccording to our model, CTAs remain long US...

FX Options Insights 16/12/24

FX Options Insights 16/12/24The cash hedging of soon-to-expire FX option strikes may enhance nearby support and resistance levels, while also potentially attracting FX price movements towards each...

FX Options Insights 13/12/24

FX Options Insights 13/12/24FX implied volatility is easing as the weekend approaches, but significant declines are expected to be limited ahead of next week's meetings of the U.S., Japanese, and...

Institutional Insights: Goldman Sachs Tactical Flow of Funds 13/12/24

GS Tactical Flow-of-Funds: The Twelve Days of Flowsa. We are entering the best seasonals of the year for US equities, and the bar for being bearish right now remains high with 12.5 days to trade.b....

USDJPY Seasonal & Structural Setup

USDJPY Seasonal & Structural SetupIn this update we review the recent price action in the USDJPY and identify the next high probability trading opportunity and price objectives to target using...