Category Archive: 4) FX Trends

Main Author Marc Chandler
Marc Chandler
He has been covering the global capital markets in one fashion or another for more than 30 years, working at economic consulting firms and global investment banks. After 14 years as the global head of currency strategy for Brown Brothers Harriman, Chandler joined Bannockburn Global Forex, as a managing partner and chief markets strategist as of October 1, 2018.
My articlesMy offerMy siteAbout meMy books
Follow on:LinkedINTwitterSeeking AlphaAmazon
Filter archive by: Show All Show only Articles Show only Videos

New Iranian Proposal Helps Bolster Risk Appetites

2026-04-27

by

2026-04-27

The breakdown of talks between the US and Iran initially warned of a risk-off session, but a new Iranian proposal appears to have revived the hopes of a resolution. The US dollar is trading softer and equities in Asia Pacific and Europe rose while bond yields were under pressure. The front month crude oil contracts …

Read More »

Gold continues to consolidate amid the US-Iran stalemate and the more hawkish Fed

2026-04-27

by

#gold #xauusd #technicalanalysis In this video you will learn about the latest fundamental developments for Gold. You will also find technical analysis across different timeframes for a better overall outlook on the market. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Topics covered in the video: 0:00 Fundamental Overview 0:49 Technical Analysis with Optimal Entries 2:12 Upcoming Catalysts...

Read More »

May 2026 Monthly

2026-04-25

by

2026-04-25

The global capital markets will enter May with a sense of transition rather than resolution. Neither the Federal Reserve, nor the European Central Bank or the Bank of Japan meet in the month ahead. The market is inclined to see the third consecutive hike by the Reserve Bank of Australia but the other G10 central … Continue reading »

Read More »

USDJPY falls to new lows. Retests 100 hour MA

2026-04-24

by

The 100 hour MA is being tested for the 2nd time today at 159.347

Read More »

USDCAD swings up & down & back up again. The 200 hour MA is barometer for buyers/sellers

2026-04-24

by

The 200 hour MA at 13694 is a short term barometer for buyers and sellers today

Read More »

USDCHF tries to extend back above the 100 day MA at 0.7864 but stalled. Key barometer.

2026-04-24

by

The price tried to run above the 100 day MA but momentum has faded with a swing area between 0.7869 to 0.7878

Read More »

The USD is lower to kickstart Friday’trade. Iran sends delegation to Pakistan

2026-04-24

by

US stocks are higher. The USD is lower. Oil is lower and yields are modestly lower to start the US session.

Read More »

USD/JPY crawls toward the 160.00 handle as US-Iran stalemate keeps the US dollar supported

2026-04-24

by

#usdjpy #forex #technicalanalysis In this video you will learn about the latest fundamental developments for the USDJPY pair. You will also find technical analysis across different timeframes for a better overall outlook on the market. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Topics covered in the video: 0:00 Fundamental Overview 2:02 Technical Analysis with Optimal Entries 3:30 Upcoming Catalysts...

Read More »

Gold remains under pressure amid US-Iran stalemate; traders await new catalysts

2026-04-23

by

#gold #xauusd #technicalanalysis In this video you will learn about the latest fundamental developments for Gold. You will also find technical analysis across different timeframes for a better overall outlook on the market. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Topics covered in the video: 0:00 Fundamental Overview 1:02 Technical Analysis with Optimal Entries 2:27 Upcoming Catalysts...

Read More »

The single chart that for bitcoin long term investors shows bulls are fine.

2026-04-23

by

IShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) has become a core liquidity engine for Bitcoin markets. Institutional adoption has accelerated through BlackRock’s regulated ETF structure. IBIT now holds a meaningful share of circulating Bitcoin, shaping price behavior. In this simple and effective daily chart, I show why bulls (that recently broke out up) are fine and what to look for to see if that status changes. View this as my opinion, not financial advice,...

Read More »

Renewed US-Iran tensions weigh on gold as the focus turns to tomorrow’s negotiations

2026-04-21

by

#gold #xauusd #technicalanalysis In this video you will learn about the latest fundamental developments for Gold. You will also find technical analysis across different timeframes for a better overall outlook on the market. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Topics covered in the video: 0:00 Fundamental Overview 1:18 Technical Analysis with Optimal Entries 2:34 Upcoming Catalysts...

Read More »

USDJPY erases Friday’s losses on renewed US-Iran tensions as ceasefire deadline nears

2026-04-20

by

#usdjpy #forex #technicalanalysis In this video you will learn about the latest fundamental developments for the USDJPY pair. You will also find technical analysis across different timeframes for a better overall outlook on the market. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Topics covered in the video: 0:00 Fundamental Overview 2:01 Technical Analysis with Optimal Entries 3:11 Upcoming Catalysts...

Read More »

Week Ahead: Dollar and Stocks Due for Corrections?

2026-04-18

by

2026-04-18

(No daily note this week while I am on a business trip but the May monthly will drop April 24. Thanks for your patience.)Progress in US-Iran negotiations and a ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon fed investor optimism. The US S&P 500 and Nasdaq reached new record highs, with multi-week rallies in tow. June WTI tumbled …

Read More »

Gold struggles to gain steam amid US-Iran optimism as neutral Fed caps momentum

2026-04-17

by

#gold #xauusd #technicalanalysis In this video you will learn about the latest fundamental developments for Gold. You will also find technical analysis across different timeframes for a better overall outlook on the market. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Topics covered in the video: 0:00 Fundamental Overview 0:53 Technical Analysis with Optimal Entries...

Read More »

Greenback Recovers Despite New Threats on the Fed and Stronger UK and Chinese GDP

2026-04-16

by

2026-04-16

(A business trip will disrupt the daily commentary tomorrow and next week, but the weekly analysis will be posted here on April 18 and the May monthly note will drop on April 25.  Thank you for your patience, and good luck). The Dollar Index did not snap its losing streak yesterday but extended it for its …

Read More »

USDCHF in focus on mean-reversion setup

2026-04-16

by

USDCHF is approaching the lower Bollinger Band on the daily chart, suggesting a potential mean-reversion move toward the 0.79 area amid a lack of strong directional drivers. The US dollar recently weakened in a risk-off environment, but the move lacks confirmation from bond market flows, indicating a possible short-term correction. At the same time, the Swiss Franc remains supported by safe-haven demand, although this trend could fade as markets...

Read More »

The Greenback is Poised to Snap Losing Streak

2026-04-15

by

2026-04-15

The US dollar is enjoying a firmer bias today. The Dollar Index is threatening to snap a seven-day decline. President Trump has held out the possibility that the “war is close to over”. Yet the improved risk appetites in recent days reflects the market anticipating this. A new round of US-Iran negotiations could begin as …

Read More »

Gold remains supported amid US-Iran deal optimism as real yields extend the drop

2026-04-15

by

#gold #xauusd #technicalanalysis In this video you will learn about the latest fundamental developments for Gold. You will also find technical analysis across different timeframes for a better overall outlook on the market. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Topics covered in the video: 0:00 Fundamental Overview 0:56 Technical Analysis with Optimal Entries 2:02 Upcoming Catalysts...

Read More »

Heads up for NZD and CHF traders, RBNZ Gov Breman and SNB Chair Schlegel to speak

2026-04-15

by

2026-04-15

RBNZ Governor Breman and SNB Chair Schlegel will discuss how open economies navigate a shifting global landscape, focusing on trade fragmentation, capital flows, and inflation challenges amid rising geopolitical tensions and a more uncertain international financial environment. 15 April 2026, 1:00pm to 2:00pm US Eastern time (1700 – 1800 GMT) This article was written by …

Read More »

Optimism Weighs on the Greenback

2026-04-14

by

2026-04-14

North American participants shrugged off the pessimism seen in Asia Pacific and Europe yesterday after the US-Iran negotiations broke down over the weekend. The optimism was contagious and reports that another round of negotiations are being contemplated during the ceasefire that expires next week. The dollar is broadly weaker. Global equities and bonds have rallied …

Read More »