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Sticky US Inflation Tests Markets Despite Nvidia Strength | Weekly Recap: 24-28 August 2026
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Sticky US Inflation Tests Markets Despite Nvidia Strength | Weekly Recap: 24-28 August 2026

Aug 31, 2026

Sticky US inflation and shifting Federal Reserve rate expectations shaped global markets during the week ending 28 August 2026. Nvidia's strong earnings supported technology stocks, while a stronger dollar and changing interest-rate expectations influenced currencies, bonds and commodities.

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ADX Indicator Explained: Is the Market Trending or Moving Sideways?

ADX Indicator Explained: Is the Market Trending or Moving Sideways?

Aug 26, 2026

Why Can a Stock Fall After Good Earnings?

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Aug 25, 2026

Higher Bond Yields and Oil Prices Weigh on Global Markets | Weekly Market Recap: 17-21 August 2026

Higher Bond Yields and Oil Prices Weigh on Global Markets | Weekly Market Recap: 17-21 August 2026

Aug 24, 2026

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US PCE Inflation in Focus as Markets Look Ahead to Jackson Hole

Aug 26, 2026

US PCE Inflation in Focus as Markets Look Ahead to Jackson Hole

The US Dollar is trading near a three-month low as markets prepare for two closely linked tests of the Federal Reserve outlook: July's inflation data and Fed Chair Kevin Warsh's address at Jackson Hole later this week.

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US CPI in Focus as Markets Weigh September Fed Rate Hike

Aug 12, 2026

US CPI in Focus as Markets Weigh September Fed Rate Hike

US inflation returns to the centre of the market conversation today, with investors looking to the latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) report for clues on what the Federal Reserve might do in September. Economists expect headline inflation to ease slightly to 3.4% year on year in July, from 3.5% in June, while core CPI, which excludes food and energy, is forecast to slow to 2.5%. On a monthly basis, headline prices are expected to rise 0.1%, with core prices increasing 0.2%.

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US ISM Services PMI Forecast at 54.0 as Markets Assess Economic Momentum

Aug 05, 2026

US ISM Services PMI Forecast at 54.0 as Markets Assess Economic Momentum

Investors are awaiting today's release of the US ISM Services Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI), one of the most closely watched indicators of economic activity. Economists expect the index to come in at 54.0, a level that would signal continued expansion in the services sector. Any reading above 50 indicates that business activity is growing, while a figure below 50 points to contraction. Given that services account for around 70% of the US economy, the report is considered one of the clearest monthly indicators of underlying economic momentum.

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Markets Price a 70.6% Chance of Fed Pause Ahead of Policy Decision

Jul 29, 2026

Markets Price a 70.6% Chance of Fed Pause Ahead of Policy Decision

Investors are focused on today's Federal Reserve policy decision, with interest rate futures indicating a 70.6% probability that policymakers will leave rates unchanged at 3.50% to 3.75%. Markets continue to assign a 29.4% probability to a 25-basis-point increase, highlighting that some uncertainty remains despite expectations favouring a pause.

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US Inflation Cools to 3.5%, Prompting Markets to Reprice Fed Outlook

Jul 15, 2026

US Inflation Cools to 3.5%, Prompting Markets to Reprice Fed Outlook

US inflation slowed to 3.5%, strengthening expectations that price pressures are easing and prompting markets to reassess the Federal Reserve's policy outlook. The latest CPI data weighed on the US Dollar, supported gold and lowered Treasury yields.

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Earnings vs Expectations: Why Stock Prices React to Results

Aug 27, 2026

Earnings vs Expectations: Why Stock Prices React to Results

Strong results do not always mean a rising share price. Learn how earnings vs expectations, earnings surprises and company guidance can shape market reactions.

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Behavioural Biases in Investing: 6 Pitfalls To Watch Out For

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EC Markets Named Top Regulated Forex Broker at Money Expo India 2026

Aug 31, 2026

EC Markets Named Top Regulated Forex Broker at Money Expo India 2026

EC Markets was named Top Regulated Forex Broker at Money Expo India 2026, concluding two days of industry connections, keynote insights and event activity in Mumbai.

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EC Markets at Money Expo India 2026 | Booth 42

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EC Markets at Money Expo India 2026 | Booth 42
EC Markets Anniversary: From Ambition to Global Reach

Aug 07, 2026

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EC Markets Donates $7,500 to Seychelles Pet Haven Society

Jul 03, 2026

EC Markets has donated $7,500 to the Seychelles Pet Haven Society to help expand kennel space for vulnerable dogs. During a visit to the shelter on 26 June, CEO Matthew Smith presented the donation and met with the charity's owners and the animals in their care. While he was there, CEO Matthew Smith reflected on EC Markets' long-standing commitment to supporting the communities in which it operates: “We absolutely love this island, we love Pet Haven. It’s the third year we are donating to Pet Haven. It’s part of our stated purpose to look after the countries that we operate from.”

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EC Markets Joins Right to Hope Charity Gala in Limassol as Platinum Sponsor

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The trader’s playbook: How Liverpool FC’s strategy can boost your market success
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The trader’s playbook: How Liverpool FC’s strategy can boost your market success

Sep 03, 2025

Every football fan knows the excitement before a big match, where the countdown begins and every detail matters. For the football pros, it’s about training, strategy and focus. The Liverpool FC team doesn’t just show up on game day, instead, they prepare, they analyze, and they rehearse every move to maximize their chances of victory.

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Risk Management and the Trader’s Dilemma: Addressing the Central Questions of Capital Preservation 
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Risk Management and the Trader’s Dilemma: Addressing the Central Questions of Capital Preservation 

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Mastering the Foundations: A Comprehensive Guide to Technical Analysis Theories 
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Mastering the Foundations: A Comprehensive Guide to Technical Analysis Theories 

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EC Markets: Access global trading opportunities with the fastest growing broker
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Aug 19, 2026

Average True Range: How to Measure Market Volatility

Learn how Average True Range measures market volatility, how ATR is calculated and what rising and falling readings can reveal about the size of recent price movements.

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Aug 18, 2026

Interest Rate Cuts and Stocks: Why Lower Rates Don’t Always Lift Markets

Interest rate cuts can support stock valuations, but markets do not always rise when rates fall. Discover why economic growth, earnings and financial conditions can matter more than the rate cut itself.

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Aug 17, 2026

US Inflation Cools as Geopolitical Risks Rise | Weekly Recap: 10-14 August 2026

Softer US inflation supported markets during the week, but weaker retail sales and renewed geopolitical tensions complicated the outlook for interest rates, oil and global equities.

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Technical Analysis

Aug 12, 2026

How to Read Bollinger Bands: Mean Reversion and Market Volatility

Prices in financial markets rarely move in a straight line. Instead, they move through periods of trending, consolidation and changing volatility. They can also move significantly away from their recent average before returning towards it, a tendency known as mean reversion.

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Fundamental Analysis

Aug 11, 2026

Why Rising Bond Yields Can Hurt Stocks: What Investors Are Really Pricing

Equity investors often focus on earnings, revenue growth, profit margins and company valuations. However, movements in government bond markets can also have a significant influence on how much investors are willing to pay for those earnings.

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Aug 10, 2026

Soft US Labour Market Data Supports Global Markets | Weekly Market Recap: 3-7 August 2026

Softer-than-expected US labour market data and another strong week of corporate earnings helped global equity markets rally to record highs during the first week of August. July's surprise decline in nonfarm payrolls prompted investors to reduce expectations of further Federal Reserve tightening, while resilient technology earnings continued supporting risk appetite.

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Technical Analysis

Aug 05, 2026

Nasdaq 100 vs Bitcoin: Are They Moving Together?

Bitcoin and the Nasdaq 100 are often grouped together as risk assets because both are influenced by investor sentiment, interest rates and market liquidity. However, their relationship is far from constant. Comparing their relative performance can help traders understand shifts in market leadership, risk appetite and broader macroeconomic conditions.

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Fundamental Analysis

Aug 04, 2026

Understanding the Copper-Gold Ratio: What Markets Are Really Pricing

The copper-gold ratio is one of the most closely watched intermarket indicators because it compares two commodities that often reflect very different views of the global economy. While copper is closely linked to industrial activity and economic growth, gold is typically associated with defensive investing and preserving wealth. Understanding how these two metals perform relative to one another can provide valuable insight into investor sentiment, changing macroeconomic conditions and broader market expectations.

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