Dax

DAX drops to test key technical support area as Wall Street is spooked by latest inflation data, further raising doubts over Fed's ability to cut rates. Earnings from Microsoft and Alphabet to come after the bell.

DAX rises with German IFO business sentiment data in focus. USD/JPY inches higher despite intervention threats and ahead of US durable goods orders.

Earnings have helped to lift the mood so far in today's session, but risk appetite could be limited amid ongoing geopolitical risks and uncertainty over interest rates outlook. DAX technical analysis shows the German index is still residing in a bearish channel, despite the bounce.

GBP/USD attempts to recover after CPI cooled less than expected. DAX inches higher ahead of Eurozone inflation data & after ASML earnings.

The US dollar has dominated sentiment for markets this past week, but with signs of momentum waning there may be hope for a rebound on EUR/USD and DAX - even if only minor.

The S&P 500 extends losses to third week amid raised geopolitical risks and rising bond yields. Concerns over the escalation of the situation in the Middle East is at the forefront of investors’ minds. The situation remains volatile with Israel seeking revenge for Iran’s retaliatory attacks on Saturday.

DAX technical levels and factors to watch on the German index as it tests the pivotal 18,000 level with the focus turning on the ECB rate decision, while US sticky inflation concerns make unwelcome return ahead of PPI data.

All eyes are on today's ECB meeting, Fed speakers and US PPI figures to see if it can drive ERUR/USD lower or spark a rebound, after it suffered its worst day in 13 months on Wednesday.

DAX eases from its record high after China's growth forecasts fail to impress. USD/JPY hovers around 150.50 after sticky Tokyo inflation & ahead of US services PMI.

Last week saw the Nasdaq 100, Dow Jones & DAX reach record highs amid cooling inflation and AI optimism. The ECB rate decision and Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell testifying before Congress means rate cut expectations will remain front and central next week.

DAX rises to fresh all-time highs ahead of Eurozone inflation data. USD/JPY rises post-inflation data, and US ISM manufacturing is up next.

DAX hovers around record highs as bulls pause for breath. GBP/USD grinds higher ahead of US data.

DAX rises to a record all-time high after Nvidia results & despite mixed PMIs, USD/JPY consolidates around 150.00 ahead of US PMIs & post FOMC minutes.

It was a lively session for equity traders in Asia on Thursday, with the Nikkei 225 and DAX futures hitting record highs. The Nikkei made its inevitable run to 39k and touched a record high, by a cat's whisker.

What has driven the German index to record highs and can the rally persist? US investors are back, with Nvidia earnings coming into focus this week. DAX technical analysis shows index is testing key support.

The German index hit another record high on Friday, but the risk of a potential correction in tech sector is increasing. For now, the DAX continues to point higher, which means the bears must continue to wait for the right signal.

Risk appetite diminishes after some disappointing earnings, while China’s deflation threat held back equities ahead of Lunar holidays despite stimulus measures. DAX technical analysis point to fading bullish momentum at all-time highs, just as the S&P 500 nears the 5000 mark following a sharp tech-fueled rally.