5 Things to Know β April 9, 2026
π Asian markets traded cautiously today as doubts around a potential ceasefire kept investors on edge. The uncertain tone shows that sentiment can quickly shift when clarity is lacking. Markets may remain sensitive to further developments.
π U.S. stock futures held steady after recent gains, suggesting that investors are pausing after the rally. The stability reflects a wait-and-see approach as markets assess next moves. Sentiment may stay balanced in the near term.
π Alibaba shares came under pressure after a downgrade linked to rising AI spending and losses in non-core businesses. The move highlights how higher investment costs can weigh on short-term performance. Investors may watch how the company manages spending going forward.
π₯ Gold prices edged lower as traders balanced renewed tensions with broader market sentiment. The move suggests some reduction in defensive positioning after recent gains. Prices may remain sensitive to both risk sentiment and macro signals.
π Today, the U.S. Unemployment Claims report will be released.
β’ Forecast: 210K | Previous: 202K
A reading below the forecast would likely support the U.S. dollar, while a higher number may point to some softening in the labor market.
π Asian markets traded cautiously today as doubts around a potential ceasefire kept investors on edge. The uncertain tone shows that sentiment can quickly shift when clarity is lacking. Markets may remain sensitive to further developments.
π U.S. stock futures held steady after recent gains, suggesting that investors are pausing after the rally. The stability reflects a wait-and-see approach as markets assess next moves. Sentiment may stay balanced in the near term.
π Alibaba shares came under pressure after a downgrade linked to rising AI spending and losses in non-core businesses. The move highlights how higher investment costs can weigh on short-term performance. Investors may watch how the company manages spending going forward.
π₯ Gold prices edged lower as traders balanced renewed tensions with broader market sentiment. The move suggests some reduction in defensive positioning after recent gains. Prices may remain sensitive to both risk sentiment and macro signals.
π Today, the U.S. Unemployment Claims report will be released.
β’ Forecast: 210K | Previous: 202K
A reading below the forecast would likely support the U.S. dollar, while a higher number may point to some softening in the labor market.
π Click here to access the daily technical report, featuring technical analysis of approximately 20 financial instruments, including currencies, major stock indices, commodities, and metals!
β οΈ Goldman warns of oil rebound!
π’οΈ The global investment bank Goldman Sachs warned that Brent crude could rise above $100 if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed for another month.
π The bank had previously noted that an average of $140 per barrel could signal an imminent economic recession.
π’οΈ The global investment bank Goldman Sachs warned that Brent crude could rise above $100 if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed for another month.
π The bank had previously noted that an average of $140 per barrel could signal an imminent economic recession.
EUR/USD Intraday: key resistance at 1.1695.
Pivot: 1.1695
Our preference: short positions below 1.1695 with targets at 1.1630 & 1.1610 in extension.
Alternative scenario: above 1.1695 look for further upside with 1.1720 & 1.1745 as targets.
Comment: as long as 1.1695 is resistance, look for choppy price action with a bearish bias.
Supports and resistances:
1.1745
1.1720
1.1695
1.1665 Last
1.1630
1.1610
1.1590
https://charts.tradingcentral.com/charts/74_20260409061758.gif
Pivot: 1.1695
Our preference: short positions below 1.1695 with targets at 1.1630 & 1.1610 in extension.
Alternative scenario: above 1.1695 look for further upside with 1.1720 & 1.1745 as targets.
Comment: as long as 1.1695 is resistance, look for choppy price action with a bearish bias.
Supports and resistances:
1.1745
1.1720
1.1695
1.1665 Last
1.1630
1.1610
1.1590
https://charts.tradingcentral.com/charts/74_20260409061758.gif
Gold Intraday: watch 4660.
Pivot: 4765
Our preference: short positions below 4765 with targets at 4695 & 4660 in extension.
Alternative scenario: above 4765 look for further upside with 4805 & 4843 as targets.
Comment: a break below 4695 would trigger a drop towards 4660.
Supports and resistances:
4843
4805
4765
4718 Last
4695
4660
4620
https://charts.tradingcentral.com/charts/169_20260409084805.gif
Pivot: 4765
Our preference: short positions below 4765 with targets at 4695 & 4660 in extension.
Alternative scenario: above 4765 look for further upside with 4805 & 4843 as targets.
Comment: a break below 4695 would trigger a drop towards 4660.
Supports and resistances:
4843
4805
4765
4718 Last
4695
4660
4620
https://charts.tradingcentral.com/charts/169_20260409084805.gif
Crude Oil (WTI) (K6) Intraday: the bias remains bullish.
Pivot: 94.10
Our preference: long positions above 94.10 with targets at 101.30 & 104.30 in extension.
Alternative scenario: below 94.10 look for further downside with 92.40 & 91.00 as targets.
Comment: the RSI calls for a rebound.
Supports and resistances:
107.40
104.30
101.30
97.45 Last
94.10
92.40
91.00
https://charts.tradingcentral.com/charts/174_20260409084942.gif
Pivot: 94.10
Our preference: long positions above 94.10 with targets at 101.30 & 104.30 in extension.
Alternative scenario: below 94.10 look for further downside with 92.40 & 91.00 as targets.
Comment: the RSI calls for a rebound.
Supports and resistances:
107.40
104.30
101.30
97.45 Last
94.10
92.40
91.00
https://charts.tradingcentral.com/charts/174_20260409084942.gif
EUR/USD Intraday: consolidation in place.
Pivot: 1.1695
Our preference: short positions below 1.1695 with targets at 1.1630 & 1.1610 in extension.
Alternative scenario: above 1.1695 look for further upside with 1.1720 & 1.1745 as targets.
Comment: as long as 1.1695 is resistance, look for choppy price action with a bearish bias.
Supports and resistances:
1.1745
1.1720
1.1695
1.1676 Last
1.1630
1.1610
1.1590
https://charts.tradingcentral.com/charts/74_20260409112318.gif
Pivot: 1.1695
Our preference: short positions below 1.1695 with targets at 1.1630 & 1.1610 in extension.
Alternative scenario: above 1.1695 look for further upside with 1.1720 & 1.1745 as targets.
Comment: as long as 1.1695 is resistance, look for choppy price action with a bearish bias.
Supports and resistances:
1.1745
1.1720
1.1695
1.1676 Last
1.1630
1.1610
1.1590
https://charts.tradingcentral.com/charts/74_20260409112318.gif
Crude Oil (WTI) (K6) Intraday: continuation of the rebound.
Pivot: 95.70
Our preference: long positions above 95.70 with targets at 101.30 & 104.30 in extension.
Alternative scenario: below 95.70 look for further downside with 94.10 & 92.40 as targets.
Comment: the RSI is bullish and calls for further upside.
Supports and resistances:
107.40
104.30
101.30
97.40 Last
95.70
94.10
92.40
https://charts.tradingcentral.com/charts/174_20260409113748.gif
Pivot: 95.70
Our preference: long positions above 95.70 with targets at 101.30 & 104.30 in extension.
Alternative scenario: below 95.70 look for further downside with 94.10 & 92.40 as targets.
Comment: the RSI is bullish and calls for further upside.
Supports and resistances:
107.40
104.30
101.30
97.40 Last
95.70
94.10
92.40
https://charts.tradingcentral.com/charts/174_20260409113748.gif
Gold Intraday: consolidation in place.
Pivot: 4765
Our preference: short positions below 4765 with targets at 4695 & 4660 in extension.
Alternative scenario: above 4765 look for further upside with 4805 & 4843 as targets.
Comment: as long as the resistance at 4765 is not surpassed, the risk of the break below 4695 remains high.
Supports and resistances:
4843
4805
4765
4730 Last
4695
4660
4620
https://charts.tradingcentral.com/charts/169_20260409113749.gif
Pivot: 4765
Our preference: short positions below 4765 with targets at 4695 & 4660 in extension.
Alternative scenario: above 4765 look for further upside with 4805 & 4843 as targets.
Comment: as long as the resistance at 4765 is not surpassed, the risk of the break below 4695 remains high.
Supports and resistances:
4843
4805
4765
4730 Last
4695
4660
4620
https://charts.tradingcentral.com/charts/169_20260409113749.gif
π US Oil Exports Rebound Strongly! US crude oil exports are on track to reach record highs in April, driven by countries seeking alternatives to oil supplies lost due to disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz. Oil research group Kpler estimates exports will rise to 5.2 million barrels per day, up from 3.9 million in March, with a strong 82% jump in Asian demand and a surge in the number of empty oil tankers bound for the US from an average of 27 to 68.
EUR/USD Intraday: under pressure.
Pivot: 1.1695
Our preference: short positions below 1.1695 with targets at 1.1630 & 1.1610 in extension.
Alternative scenario: above 1.1695 look for further upside with 1.1720 & 1.1745 as targets.
Comment: as long as 1.1695 is resistance, look for choppy price action with a bearish bias.
Supports and resistances:
1.1745
1.1720
1.1695
1.1676 Last
1.1630
1.1610
1.1590
https://charts.tradingcentral.com/charts/74_20260409131942.gif
Pivot: 1.1695
Our preference: short positions below 1.1695 with targets at 1.1630 & 1.1610 in extension.
Alternative scenario: above 1.1695 look for further upside with 1.1720 & 1.1745 as targets.
Comment: as long as 1.1695 is resistance, look for choppy price action with a bearish bias.
Supports and resistances:
1.1745
1.1720
1.1695
1.1676 Last
1.1630
1.1610
1.1590
https://charts.tradingcentral.com/charts/74_20260409131942.gif
Gold is on edgeβ¦ and markets are watching! π₯
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π Intel stock continues its upward trajectory!
Intel's stock has surged an impressive 34% in six trading sessions, fueled by its expansion into artificial intelligence chips.
π Since last October, the stock has climbed 200% from its 15-year low.
π€ Today, Google announced an expanded partnership with Intel to bolster its AI giant's business.
π The company will release its earnings report on April 23, with strong earnings expected soon.
Intel's stock has surged an impressive 34% in six trading sessions, fueled by its expansion into artificial intelligence chips.
π Since last October, the stock has climbed 200% from its 15-year low.
π€ Today, Google announced an expanded partnership with Intel to bolster its AI giant's business.
π The company will release its earnings report on April 23, with strong earnings expected soon.
EUR/USD intraday : the upside prevails as long as 1.1659 is support
Our pivot point is at 1.1659.
Our preference: the upside prevails as long as 1.1659 is support
Alternative scenario: below 1.1659, expect 1.1635 and 1.1621.
Comment: the RSI is above its neutrality area at 50. The MACD is above its signal line and positive. The configuration is positive. Moreover, the price is above its 20 and 50 period moving average (respectively at 1.1676 and 1.1670).
Supports and resistances:
1.1771 **
1.1757 *
1.1743 **
1.1729
1.1695 last
1.1668
1.1659 **
1.1635 *
1.1621 **
https://charts.tradingcentral.com/charts/74_20260409154523.gif
Our pivot point is at 1.1659.
Our preference: the upside prevails as long as 1.1659 is support
Alternative scenario: below 1.1659, expect 1.1635 and 1.1621.
Comment: the RSI is above its neutrality area at 50. The MACD is above its signal line and positive. The configuration is positive. Moreover, the price is above its 20 and 50 period moving average (respectively at 1.1676 and 1.1670).
Supports and resistances:
1.1771 **
1.1757 *
1.1743 **
1.1729
1.1695 last
1.1668
1.1659 **
1.1635 *
1.1621 **
https://charts.tradingcentral.com/charts/74_20260409154523.gif
β οΈ Important Notice for CFI Investors and Traders for Tomorrow (Friday)!
Global markets are awaiting the release of the Consumer Price Index (CPI) for March at 4:30 PM Dubai time, which will provide insight into the impact of geopolitical tensions and developments in energy markets on the U.S. economy.
π Expectations:
β’ Expected inflation: rising from 2.4% to 3.4%
π What the number means if expectations are met:
β’ Highest inflation rate since April 2024
β’ Largest increase since April 2021
π₯ Potential impact:
β’ β Increased expectations of Fed rate hikes β supports the U.S. dollar π΅
β’ β Negative pressure on equities and precious metals π
β’ β Rising bond yields, β falling bond prices
π Important note:
Economic indicators are currently being analyzed alongside geopolitical developments due to their direct impact on market movements and the performance of various asset classes.
Global markets are awaiting the release of the Consumer Price Index (CPI) for March at 4:30 PM Dubai time, which will provide insight into the impact of geopolitical tensions and developments in energy markets on the U.S. economy.
π Expectations:
β’ Expected inflation: rising from 2.4% to 3.4%
π What the number means if expectations are met:
β’ Highest inflation rate since April 2024
β’ Largest increase since April 2021
π₯ Potential impact:
β’ β Increased expectations of Fed rate hikes β supports the U.S. dollar π΅
β’ β Negative pressure on equities and precious metals π
β’ β Rising bond yields, β falling bond prices
π Important note:
Economic indicators are currently being analyzed alongside geopolitical developments due to their direct impact on market movements and the performance of various asset classes.
π Click here to access the daily technical report, featuring technical analysis of approximately 20 financial instruments, including currencies, major stock indices, commodities, and metals!
EUR/USD Intraday: rebound expected.
Pivot: 1.1670
Our preference: long positions above 1.1670 with targets at 1.1725 & 1.1745 in extension.
Alternative scenario: below 1.1670 look for further downside with 1.1650 & 1.1630 as targets.
Comment: the RSI has just landed on its neutrality area at 50% and is turning up.
Supports and resistances:
1.1770
1.1745
1.1725
1.1695 Last
1.1670
1.1650
1.1630
https://charts.tradingcentral.com/charts/74_20260410060229.gif
Pivot: 1.1670
Our preference: long positions above 1.1670 with targets at 1.1725 & 1.1745 in extension.
Alternative scenario: below 1.1670 look for further downside with 1.1650 & 1.1630 as targets.
Comment: the RSI has just landed on its neutrality area at 50% and is turning up.
Supports and resistances:
1.1770
1.1745
1.1725
1.1695 Last
1.1670
1.1650
1.1630
https://charts.tradingcentral.com/charts/74_20260410060229.gif
Gold Intraday: intraday support around 4730.
Pivot: 4730
Our preference: long positions above 4730 with targets at 4780 & 4800 in extension.
Alternative scenario: below 4730 look for further downside with 4700 & 4670 as targets.
Comment: even though a continuation of the consolidation cannot be ruled out, its extent should be limited.
Supports and resistances:
4835
4800
4780
4750 Last
4730
4700
4670
https://charts.tradingcentral.com/charts/169_20260410084114.gif
Pivot: 4730
Our preference: long positions above 4730 with targets at 4780 & 4800 in extension.
Alternative scenario: below 4730 look for further downside with 4700 & 4670 as targets.
Comment: even though a continuation of the consolidation cannot be ruled out, its extent should be limited.
Supports and resistances:
4835
4800
4780
4750 Last
4730
4700
4670
https://charts.tradingcentral.com/charts/169_20260410084114.gif
Gold Intraday: bullish bias above 4730.
Pivot: 4730
Our preference: long positions above 4730 with targets at 4780 & 4800 in extension.
Alternative scenario: below 4730 look for further downside with 4700 & 4670 as targets.
Comment: a support base at 4730 has formed and has allowed for a temporary stabilisation.
Supports and resistances:
4835
4800
4780
4743 Last
4730
4700
4670
https://charts.tradingcentral.com/charts/169_20260410112149.gif
Pivot: 4730
Our preference: long positions above 4730 with targets at 4780 & 4800 in extension.
Alternative scenario: below 4730 look for further downside with 4700 & 4670 as targets.
Comment: a support base at 4730 has formed and has allowed for a temporary stabilisation.
Supports and resistances:
4835
4800
4780
4743 Last
4730
4700
4670
https://charts.tradingcentral.com/charts/169_20260410112149.gif
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