Summary
Cryptocurrencies are the hottest topic in the financial markets going into 2018. Their rise has been astronomical, but are they here to stay? What will the crypto market shape into during this year? How does cryptocurrency trading compare to FX or other traditional asset classes? Which cryptocurrencies should be the best to trade in 2018?
We've put together a stellar set of panellists to discuss this and more topics about the Crypto sphere:
- Joel Kruger - Analyst & Currency Strategist at JKonFX
- Nicola Duke - Trader, Technical Analyst & Educator at ForexAnalytix
- The Crypto Lark - Cryptocurrency Youtuber
- Martin Armstrong - Founder & Chairman at ArmstrongEconomics
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EUR/USD holds steady below 1.1800
EUR/USD moves sideways in a narrow channel below 1.1800 as the market volatility remains low ahead of the New Year holiday. On Tuesday, investors will pay close attention to the minutes of the Federal Reserve's December policy meeting.
GBP/USD retreats below 1.3500 as trading conditions remain thin
GBP/USD corrects lower after posting strong gains in the previous week and trades below 1.3500 on Monday. With the action in financial markets turning subdued following the Christmas holiday, however, the pair's losses remain limited.
Gold extends correction from record-high
Gold retreats toward $4,450 from the record-peak it set at $4,550 and loses more than 1% on the day. Growing optimism about a Ukraine-Russia peace agreement and profit-taking ahead of the New Year holiday seem to be causing XAU/USD to push lower.
Bitcoin, Ethereum, and XRP bulls regain strength
Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Ripple record roughly 3% gains on Monday, regaining strength mid-holiday season. Despite thin liquidity in the holiday season, BTC and major altcoins are regaining strength as US President Donald Trump pushes peace talks between Russia and Ukraine. The technical outlook for Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Ripple gradually shifts bullish as selling pressure wanes.
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.
Here is what you need to know on Monday, December 29:
While major currency pairs remain relatively quiet ahead of the New Year holiday, Gold and Silver experience sharp fluctuations to start the week. Pending Home Sales for November will be the only data featured in the US economic calendar on Monday.