Fundamental OverviewGold continues its parabolic surge amid the lack of bearish catalysts. Right now, it’s just a momentum play. The uncertainty around the renewed US-China trade war, some concerns around regional bank loans and money markets stress, continues to add support for the market. If financial conditions tighten because of these concerns though, we could see gold actually falling. This is what generally happens in extreme conditions as inflation expectations crumble. Nevertheless, the buyers might want to decrease risk here or at least bet with lower size as such quick spikes into a parabolic surge like we’ve seen tonight generally precede tops. In the bigger picture, gold should remain in an uptrend as real yields will likely continue to fall amid the Fed’s dovish reaction function.Gold Technical Analysis – Daily TimeframeOn the daily chart, we can see that gold extended into yet another all-time high as the lack of bearish catalysts keeps the bullish momentum intact. This rally went so much parabolic that it’s basically useless to look at the daily timeframe at the moment, so we need to zoom in to see some more details. Gold Technical Analysis – 4 hour TimeframeOn the 4 hour chart, we can see that we have an upward trendline defining the bullish momentum on this timeframe. If we were to get a pullback into it, we can expect the buyers to lean on the trendline with a defined risk below it to position for a rally into new highs. The sellers, on the other hand, will want to see the price breaking lower to extend the drop into new lows.Gold Technical Analysis – 1 hour TimeframeOn the 1 hour chart, we can see that we have another minor upward trendline defining the bullish momentum on this timeframe. The buyers will likely lean on the trendline to keep pushing into new highs, while the sellers will look for a break lower to target the next trendline around the 4,050 level. We have also a minor resistance around the 4,380 level. If the price breaks above it, we could see the buyers increasing the bullish bets again to target new highs. The red lines define the average daily range for today. Upcoming CatalystsWe don’t have anything on the agenda today with the focus remaining on US-China developments and now on regional banks and money market rates. This article was written by Giuseppe Dellamotta at investinglive.com. 🔗 Read Full Article 💡 DMK Insight DMK Insight: Gold's current upward trajectory reflects a flight to safety amid geopolitical tensions and financial market stress. As investors seek stability, the lack of bearish catalysts allows momentum to build, potentially leading to further price increases. However, this reliance on external factors underscores the importance of monitoring global economic developments that could shift market sentiment. 📮 Takeaway Stay alert to geopolitical developments that may impact gold prices and market stability.

Prior +2.0%Core CPI +2.4% vs +2.3% y/y prelimPrior +2.3%The final revision sees core annual inflation tick a little higher in September. Once again, this just reaffirms the current stance by the ECB to keep policy on hold through to year-end at least. This article was written by Justin Low at investinglive.com. 🔗 Read Full Article 💡 DMK Insight DMK Insight: The slight uptick in core CPI suggests persistent inflationary pressures, which may influence the European Central Bank's policy decisions moving forward. As the ECB maintains its current stance, investors should brace for potential market volatility as economic indicators evolve. This situation underscores the importance of closely monitoring inflation trends and central bank responses in shaping market dynamics. 📮 Takeaway Stay alert to inflation data as it may impact ECB policy and market conditions.

There is a risk that self-sustaining inflationary dynamics embed in expectationsMust guard against cutting too far or too fastVote to maintain rates is a skip rather than a haltContinue to see rate cuts if the economy evolves as forecastNeed to recognise CPI stubbornness as more pressingShocks could prompt policy changes either wayPill has made similar comments recently, so these are not new. There’s been a slow but clear shift of focus in the MPC towards inflation recently. That shouldn’t be too surprising given the elevated inflation and wage growth, and rising consumer inflation expectations. This article was written by Giuseppe Dellamotta at investinglive.com. 🔗 Read Full Article 💡 DMK Insight DMK Insight: The current economic landscape suggests that inflation expectations may become entrenched, necessitating a cautious approach to interest rate adjustments. Policymakers must balance the need for rate cuts with the risk of exacerbating inflationary pressures. As inflation remains persistent, any shocks to the economy could trigger rapid policy shifts, underscoring the importance of vigilance in monetary policy decisions. 📮 Takeaway Monitor inflation trends closely to anticipate potential shifts in monetary policy.

Fundamental OverviewThe USD weakened across the board on renewed risk-off sentiment apparently caused by concerns around bad regional bank loans and some stress in money market rates. Moreover, the weakness in US equities contributed to depress Treasury yields as markets increased rate cut bets. The US government shutdown continues to delay many key US economic reports. The dollar “repricing trade” needs strong US data to keep going, especially on the labour market side, so any hiccup on that front is likely to keep weighing on the greenback. The BLS announced last week that despite the shutdown, it will release the US CPI report on October 24, so that’s going to be a key risk event. That will need to be seen in the context of US-China relations and any negative shock by that time though. If things go south, then the CPI will not matter much as growth fears will trump everything else. On the EUR side, the single currency found support this week as the French political risk eased after Lecornu survived the no-confidence vote. On the monetary policy side, nothing has changed. The ECB is not expected to adjust rates for a long time unless we get significant deviation from their inflation target. In fact, the vast majority of ECB members is comfortable with the current rate setting and will not respond to small or short-term deviations from their target barring a clear shock in the economy.EURUSD Technical Analysis – Daily TimeframeOn the daily chart, we can see that EURUSD broke above the major trendline and extended the rally as the buyers piled in more aggressively. The target for the buyers should be around the 1.1831 level with a break above that resistance opening the door for a new cycle high. If the price gets there, we can expect the sellers to step in with a defined risk above the 1.1831 level to position for a drop back into the 1.16 handle. EURUSD Technical Analysis – 4 hour TimeframeOn the 4 hour chart, there’s not much we can glean from this timeframe, so we need to zoom in to see some more details.EURUSD Technical Analysis – 1 hour TimeframeOn the 1 hour chart, we can see that we have a minor upward trendline defining the current bullish momentum. The buyers will likely lean on the trendline to keep pushing into new highs, while the sellers will look for a break lower to pile in for a drop back into the 1.16 support. The red lines define average daily range for today. Upcoming CatalystsWe don’t have anything on the agenda today with the focus remaining on US-China developments and now on regional banks and money market rates. This article was written by Giuseppe Dellamotta at investinglive.com. 🔗 Read Full Article 💡 DMK Insight DMK Insight: The recent weakening of the USD highlights the interconnectedness of regional bank health and broader market sentiment. As concerns about bad loans mount, investors are increasingly cautious, leading to lower Treasury yields and heightened speculation about potential rate cuts. This environment may prompt traders to reassess their positions in both equities and fixed income assets. 📮 Takeaway Monitor regional bank performance and interest rate trends for potential market shifts.

B2PRIME Group, a global financial services provider for institutional and professional clients, has announced the appointment of James Wale and Aaron Brown as Managing Executives, marking a significant step in the company’s ongoing expansion across Europe and the Middle East & North Africa (MENA) regions.James Wale joins B2PRIME with more than 15 years of experience in institutional trading, liquidity management, and business development. Most recently, he served as Head of Institutional Sales at iSAM Securities, where he managed relationships with hedge funds, brokers, and proprietary trading firms throughout EMEA. His career also includes senior roles at CMC Markets, Varengold Bank, and FIXI, where he was instrumental in building institutional sales pipelines and forging strategic liquidity partnerships.Aaron Brown, also joining from iSAM Securities, previously held the position of Sales Director, overseeing business development across MENA. With a strong background in institutional sales and operations, Aaron has held leadership roles at ADSS, INFINOX, Finalto, and Global Market Index, in addition to early experience with the London Metal Exchange and FXCM. His understanding of the regional landscape and proven ability to drive business growth will support expanding B2PRIME’s institutional footprint in key emerging markets.“We’re thrilled to welcome James and Aaron to the B2PRIME family,” said Eugenia Mykuliak, Founder & Executive Director at B2PRIME Group. “Their extensive institutional experience and client-focused approach align with our mission. Strengthening our institutional team reinforces our commitment to providing reliable services as we continue to expand our global presence.”Commenting on his appointment, James Wale said: “Joining B2PRIME offers an opportunity to be part of a company that’s focused on innovative solutions in institutional liquidity and technology. The firm’s established reputation and innovative approach provide a solid foundation to deliver enhanced value to institutional clients.”Aaron Brown added: “B2PRIME’s ambitious growth strategy and expanding global reach make this an ideal time to come on board. I look forward to helping strengthen our presence in the Middle East and enhancing our services for institutional partners.” About B2PRIME GroupB2PRIME Group https://b2prime.com is a global financial services provider for institutional and professional clients. Regulated by reputable authorities—including CySEC, SFSA, FSCA, FSC Mauritius, DFSA (Dubai) —the group of companies offer access to competitive liquidity across multiple asset classes. Committed to the highest compliance standards, B2PRIME provides institutional-grade trading solutions with a focus on reliability, transparency, and operational excellence. This article was written by IL Contributors at investinglive.com. 🔗 Read Full Article 💡 DMK Insight DMK Insight: The appointment of James Wale and Aaron Brown as Managing Executives at B2PRIME Group signals a strategic push to enhance their presence in Europe and the MENA regions. This move reflects the growing demand for sophisticated financial services in these markets, potentially positioning B2PRIME to capture new institutional clients and expand its service offerings. As the company strengthens its leadership, stakeholders should monitor how these changes influence its market strategies and client engagement. 📮 Takeaway Watch for B2PRIME's strategic developments in Europe and MENA for potential investment opportunities.

The Chinese central bank will announce their next decision on the benchmark lending rates next Monday but are expected to keep them unchanged. That will mark the fifth straight month that rates stay on hold with policymakers having to keep a watchful eye on US-China trade tensions.Amid worries that the trade conflict could blow up at any time, Beijing will want to keep monetary policy accommodative. So, don’t expect too much of a change in stance as they have been doing their job on this front for a while now. It’s the fiscal side that has been the real issue for China. This article was written by Justin Low at investinglive.com. 🔗 Read Full Article 💡 DMK Insight DMK Insight: The decision to maintain benchmark lending rates reflects the Chinese central bank's cautious approach amid ongoing trade tensions with the US. Keeping rates steady for five consecutive months suggests a strategy to stabilize the economy while navigating external pressures. This could indicate a broader trend of monetary policy restraint as China balances growth and external risks. 📮 Takeaway Monitor the impact of US-China trade relations on future Chinese monetary policy decisions.

When Everyone Wants In: The Hard Truth About Late EntriesSomeone asked if it still makes sense to join Palantir now after we had a nice short trade idea on PLTR stock yesterday. That question opens a bigger lesson that applies to every market and every asset: late entries can work, but they demand stricter discipline and, many times, surprising re-entry prices (more distant than you initially imagine or see on your chart).You see a clean move. You feel the pull to jump aboard. That is exactly when trades become harder. Crowded trades get messy. Market makers shake late entrants. The easy part is often already priced in.Why late entries are difficultCrowded trades are hard trades. When many traders try to join, clean fills vanish. Price will often whip around key levels, take obvious stops, and only then move again.Late shorts become liquidity. A stock that already fell in pre market lures reactive shorts. Smart money often drives price back into their entries to force covers. That buying becomes fuel against you.Professionals take profits into chasers. Systematic desks scale out near liquidity. If you are buying or selling at those same levels, you are likely providing their exit.The late entry framework that actually helpsWait for a trap or retest. Look for a stop sweep, a reclaim or loss of VWAP, a break then a clean retest, a quick fake through a prior high or low. You want others trapped, not yourself.Demand a fresh signal. Enter only when your timeframe shows new information, not just a big candle. Examples include a decisive reclaim or loss of a key level with immediate follow through and volume, or a clear rejection confirmed by tape and order flow.Stagger entries. Cast a net at two or three prices clustered around a level that pros care about. Equal size is fine. Do not go all in at one price.Place a professional stop. Stops sit beyond invalidation with a small buffer. Never on the line. Never beyond the opposite threshold of your plan.Manage on rails. Take partial profit at the first clean target. Move the stop to entry after TP1 so the remainder is protected. Let statistics and levels, not feelings, decide what stays on.A word on shorts and timeOver the horizons most people trade, equities tend to rise over time. Shorting can be profitable, but pullbacks against you are often sharper than expected. That is even more reason to demand better entry prices, clearer signals, and disciplined risk control.Palantir as the live exampleContext at publish time: PLTR finished yesterday roughly minus zero point eight percent and is up about three point five percent in pre market today. Today’s intraday VWAP has been acting as resistance near the mid one seventy fours. The goal is not to chase red or green candles. The goal is to sell strength into levels that matter after weaker hands are flushed.Late entry map for PLTR shortsEntries focus only. If you choose to trade, adapt the risk settings to your plan.First sell at 176.03 Rationale: above a VWAP reclaim and near the value area low from October 15 where supply can reappear.Second sell at 178.06 Rationale: deeper into the supply pocket where short covers exhaust.Third sell at 180.33 Rationale: final tier into a higher liquidity shelf.Equal size across all three entries. If all three fill, the average entry is 178.14.Now, that 3rd sell order is high, perhaps too high, and is mainly there, in this specific case, as a low probability fill backup. Traders can easily decide, at their discretion to set sell orders at the 2 of the 3 sell orders above. Some would even just join the $176 zone sell and manage their trade from there (power tip for traders: set a price where you would move the stop to the entry)Suggested invalidation Place the stop a small buffer above the highest entry. A practical example is above 181.00. This keeps the stop beyond the supply band yet tight enough to keep the plan attractive.Management suggestion After your first target is achieved, move the stop on the remainder to your average entry to protect the position. For targets, you can reference yesterday’s investingLive.com PLTR short plan. At minimum, consider using the furthest target from that plan as one of your take profit references. If momentum weakens earlier around intraday supports near the mid one seventies, take a first partial there and let the rest seek the deeper levels only if price continues to confirm.Why wait this high You want late shorts to be forced out first. When those covers exhaust, the buy pressure fades, and supply can take over again. Selling into that exhaustion gives you a better location and a cleaner risk reward than chasing weakness.Important housekeeping If you use good till canceled orders, review them regularly. If the larger premise changes or your timeframe expires, cancel the orders so you do not get a fill weeks later under a different regime.Concise answer to the PLTR questionIf you want in after yesterday’s small drop and today’s pre market pop, do not chase. Let PLTR reclaim and test above intraday VWAP, then stage equal size sells at 176.03, and 178.06. This is not a full trade idea like yesterday’s so setting your stop is up to you. If you want to practice and see ideas around that and more trading elements, you are welcome to join us at https://t.me/investingLiveStocks (it’s free).After your first take profit is hit, move the stop to your average entry and manage the rest toward the deeper targets from the prior trade idea if momentum continues to confirm.Closing thoughtYou do not need more trades. You need better trades. Late entries are not forbidden. They are earned. Wait for the trap, demand a fresh signal, scale with intent, and manage by rules. If you are not filled, that is fine. The market will always offer another clean chance. This article was written by Itai Levitan at investinglive.com. 🔗 Read Full Article 💡 DMK Insight DMK Insight: Late

The risk selloff since last week is starting to resurface and in the case of cryptocurrencies, the pain is starting to deepen. For Bitcoin, the drop on Friday last week fell short of testing the 200-day moving average (blue line). That before a bounce earlier this week stalled around its 100-day moving average (red line) instead. But amid the latest selloff today, we’re starting to see the technical lines crack and that could spell more trouble for the cryptocurrency heading into the weekend.Bitcoin now trades to fresh lows in four months, dropping just below $104,000. But more importantly, price is threatening a firm break below its 200-day moving average as circled above. This will mark the first time that the cryptocurrency trades under both its key daily moving averages since April.And amid the surging run in the past six months where it posted as much as 65% gains, are we due a more significant correction?With the selloff in stocks still running today, this will be a spot to watch as the hurt in risk sentiment is very much amplified in cryptocurrencies.On a side note, if you’ve been invested in things like collectibles since the summer, this will be a good litmus test to see how much of an impact cryptocurrencies do have on the spending appetite in that space. This article was written by Justin Low at investinglive.com. 🔗 Read Full Article 💡 DMK Insight DMK Insight: The recent risk selloff highlights the fragility of the cryptocurrency market, as Bitcoin struggles to maintain its footing near critical support levels. The inability to test the 200-day moving average suggests a lack of bullish momentum, which could lead to further declines if bearish sentiment persists. Traders should remain vigilant as market conditions evolve, as the current environment may signal deeper corrections ahead. 📮 Takeaway Monitor Bitcoin's performance around the 200-day moving average for potential trading signals.

Inflation and growth risks are more tilted to the downsideMore euro appreciation is possible2028 price forecast is important for the next ECB moveSimkus has been a dovish member for some time and he’s not deviating from that stance here. In any case, the vast majority of the governing council doesn’t see the need for another cut. This article was written by Giuseppe Dellamotta at investinglive.com. 🔗 Read Full Article 💡 DMK Insight DMK Insight: The current economic landscape suggests that inflation and growth risks are leaning more negatively, which could influence the European Central Bank's (ECB) monetary policy decisions. With the potential for further euro appreciation, investors should closely monitor the implications of these shifts on currency valuations and interest rates. The 2028 price forecast will be crucial in guiding the ECB's future actions, particularly as dovish sentiments persist among key council members like Simkus. 📮 Takeaway Monitor ECB signals closely, especially regarding inflation forecasts and euro valuation trends.