Gold notches record-high above $4,400 as geopolitical tensions escalate
Gold trades at a fresh all-time-high above $4,400 Monday, rising more than 1.5% on a daily basis. The potential for a re-escalation of the tensions in the Middle East on news of Israel planning to attack Iran allows Gold to capitalize on safe-haven flows.
EUR/USD clings to modest gains above 1.1700
Following the correction seen in the second half of the previous week, EUR/USD gains traction on Monday and edges higher toward 1.1750. The US Dollar (USD) struggles to attract buyers and supports the pair as investors await Tuesday's GDP data ahead of the Christmas holiday.
GBP/USD rises toward 1.3450 on renewed USD weakness
GBP/USD turns north on Monday and trades in positive territory well above 1.3400. The US Dollar (USD) stays on the back foot to begin the new week as investors adjust their positions before tomorrow's growth data, helping the pair stretch higher.
Bitcoin, Ethereum and Ripple eye breakout for fresh recovery
Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Ripple are approaching key technical levels at the time of writing on Monday as the broader crypto market stabilizes. Market participants are closely watching whether BTC, ETH, and XRP can sustain breakouts and achieve decisive daily closes above nearby resistance levels, which could signal the start of a short-term recovery.
DEEPER DIVE
Global economic outlook 2026: Financial system risk, trade, public debt
The global and European economies have been resilient in recent years even accounting for the modest global slowdown of 2025. But risks for the recovery are rising, underscoring a negative medium-run global macro and credit outlook.
Is Silver expensive?
Silver prices are surging toward $60 an ounce. The white metal finally broke out to new all-time highs two months ago -- at least without adjusting for inflation.
Resilience, inflation and debt: Three calls for the global economy
The global economy has shown remarkable resilience to various unprecedented shocks, but inflation never truly goes away. And might 2026 be the year radical measures need to be taken on debt sustainability?
CRYPTOCURRENCIES
Hyperliquid price forecast: Bullish interest builds amid user recovery
Hyperliquid (HYPE) trades at $25 at press time on Monday, holding the 3% gains from the previous day. The perpetual exchange sees a recovery in active users, while weekly fees collected decline to the lowest level so far this month.
Top 3 Price Prediction: Bitcoin, Ethereum, Ripple eye breakout for fresh recovery
Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Ripple are approaching key technical levels on Monday as the broader crypto market stabilizes. Market participants are closely watching whether BTC, ETH, and XRP can sustain breakouts and achieve decisive daily closes above nearby resistance levels.
Top Crypto Gainers: Audiera, Midnight, MemeCore sustain weekend gains
Audiera (BEAT), Midnight (NIGHT), and MemeCore (M) recorded double-digit gains on Sunday and remain top performers over the last 24 hours. Audiera extends the rally while Midnight takes a breather, and MemeCore struggles at a crucial moving average.
STOCKS
Santa knocking on the door
S&P 500 held Thursday‘s regular session lows, and just rose after Friday‘s opening bell. Those intraday retreats were good enough just for quick intraday gains, particularly as it became apparent that Nasdaq leadership is starting to wane – that‘s a sign of broadening breadth as S&P 500 still kept making higher highs intraday.
Nasdaq 100 rebound looks strong… or is it just a trap?
The Nasdaq 100 spent the past few sessions recovering strongly from its November lows, rebounding from 24,307 and climbing back into the 25,100–25,150 mid-range zone. While the candles look convincing, the broader picture reveals a different story: the index remains trapped inside a 4H range structure.
WEEKLY FORECAST
US Dollar Index extends gains above 98.50 ahead of UoM Survey data Premium
The US Dollar Index, which measures the value of the US Dollar against six major currencies, is extending gains for the third successive session and trading around 98.60 during the European hours on Friday. Traders will likely observe the University of Michigan Consumer Sentiment Index for December later in the day.
GBP/USD Price Annual Forecast: Will 2026 be another bullish year for Pound Sterling? Premium
Having wrapped up 2025 on a positive note, the Pound Sterling (GBP) eyes another meaningful and upbeat year against the US Dollar (USD) at the start of 2026.
Gold Price Annual Forecast: 2026 could see new record-highs but a 2025-like rally is unlikely Premium
Gold (XAU/USD) started the year on a bullish note and registered impressive gains in the first quarter. Following a consolidation phase during the summer months, the precious metal surged higher in the third quarter and reached an all-time record high of $4,381 in October.
USD/JPY Price Annual Forecast: BoJ cautiousness and fiscal concerns might keep the Yen under pressure in 2026 Premium
The Japanese Yen (JPY) is not having the best year-end. A combination of weak economic growth, concerns about government spending, and uncertainty about the Bank of Japan’s (BoJ) monetary policy path has created a perfect storm for the JPY, which has been one of the worst-performing major currencies in the last quarter of 2025.
Bitcoin Price Annual Forecast: BTC holds long-term bullish structure heading into 2026
Bitcoin (BTC) is wrapping up 2025 as one of its most eventful years, defined by unprecedented institutional participation, major regulatory developments, and extreme price volatility.
S&P 500 Price Annual Forecast: 2026 to benefit from decent growth as Trump runs it hot Premium
BlackRock, the world's largest asset manager, ran an online survey in early December asking respondents whether attractive returns for risk assets would continue for a fourth straight year in 2026.
EDUCATION
Is prop trading a scam?
Bloomberg says only 4% of prop traders get paid. But that stat doesn’t tell the real story. I've spoken to many of the people they quote in the story. Is Prop a scam or a real opportunity?
How AI is redefining market prediction
Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping financial markets, but not simply by producing better forecasts. The real transformation lies in how AI is changing our understanding of market intelligence itself.
PRESS RELEASES
OneRoyal promotes CMO Dominic Poynter to Chief Commercial Officer
OneRoyal has announced Dominic Poynter as its new Chief Commercial Officer. Mr. Poynter was internally promoted after a very successful stint as the broker’s Chief Marketing Officer. During his tenure as CMO, he helped secure an extremely valuable brand ambassador in Diego Forlán.
Why smart gamification is the way to go for brokers in 2026
For CFD brokers, the first 72 hours are decisive. Yet most of them witness the same pattern unfold: traders register, hesitate at KYC, explore briefly, and bounce off. By the time a follow-up email arrives, they've already started trading with a competitor.
Navigating leverage and margin risks: Key regulatory insights for retail traders in Europe and LATAM
How ESMA and Latin American authorities are shaping safer trading environments for retail investors