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Bitcoin breaks out, Gold eyes $3,400, Nasdaq powers up, USD up next? – What’s next for this week? [Video]

This week’s live session laid out the critical setups unfolding across the majors, metals, and indices, right as the market gears up for another potential breakout cycle.

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The US Dollar remains at the center of attention, with USD/JPY holding firm above key support and now eyeing bullish continuation as Fed repricing and yield dynamics take center stage. EUR/USD, meanwhile, is still in a tight structure, with a potential continued downside move as the U.S. dollar's strength remains intact unless it loses steam, especially since CPI is just right around the corner.

Gold is preparing for renewed strength, holding the line above the $3,300 level. As macro uncertainty lingers and rate-cut expectations stay alive, traders are watching closely for a bullish breakout above $3,360 that could open the door to fresh highs.

Nasdaq 100 is once again knocking on the door of all-time highs, fueled by AI-led tech momentum and softening Fed language. With earnings season and risk sentiment aligning, the stage is set for volatility and opportunity.

And on the crypto front, Bitcoin has already delivered, hitting the $120K target discussed in the forecast. With new all-time highs now in sight, BTC momentum adds fuel to broader market sentiment.

So what’s the roadmap heading into next week?

We broke down:

  • The key levels on USD/JPY, EUR/USD, and Gold.
  • High-probability zones for breakout or rejection.
  • The macro narrative behind the current momentum.
  • What institutional flow is telling us about equities and commodities.
  • Nasdaq & Bitcoin's next leg and how to ride the move with precision.

Looking to position ahead of the next big swing?

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Jasper Osita

Jasper Osita

Independent Analyst

Jasper has been in the markets since 2019 trading currencies, indices and commodities like Gold. His approach in the market is heavily accompanied by technical analysis, trading Smart Money Concepts (SMC) with fundamentals in mind.

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