Middle East De-escalation Keeps Euro Afloat. Forecast as of 27.07.2026

2026.07.27 2026.07.27 Middle East De-escalation Keeps Euro Afloat. Forecast as of 27.07.2026 Dmitri Demidenkohttps://www.litefinance.org/blog/authors/dmitri-demidenko/ The odds seemed stacked against the euro. The ECB did little to support the EUR/USD pair, while the conflict in the Middle East and fresh US tariffs boosted demand for the US dollar. But as tensions began to ease, the narrative quickly shifted. Let’s examine…

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Political risks temper valuation case – BBH

Brown Brothers Harriman’s (BBH) Elias Haddad reports that the Indonesian Rupiah (IDR) and Jakarta equities underperformed after Bank Indonesia Governor Perry Warjiyo unexpectedly resigned two years before his term ends, raising concerns about political interference. While BI’s independence is under scrutiny, Haddad argues that supportive growth, manageable external metrics and undervaluation should limit further downside for the Rupiah. Governor…

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EuroStoxx 50: The Third Attempt Finally Proved Successful!

2026.07.27 2026.07.27 EuroStoxx 50: The Third Attempt Finally Proved Successful! Dmitri Demidenkohttps://www.litefinance.org/blog/authors/dmitri-demidenko/ The de-escalation of the conflict in the Middle East, optimistic earnings prospects for European companies, lower exposure to Big Tech, and other factors continue to fuel the EuroStoxx 50 rally. Let’s discuss this topic and outline a trading plan. The article covers the following subjects: Major Takeaways…

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Financial & Forex Market Recap – July 27, 2026

Monday’s session opened on hope, as President Trump’s weekend decision to pause strikes on Iran knocked oil lower and lifted risk appetite through the Asian hours. The optimism didn’t last. Chipmakers sold off hard by the early afternoon on renewed doubts about artificial intelligence spending and dragged Wall Street down with them, even as most individual stocks held their…

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Why Bitcoin and Gold struggle to gain momentum

Market participants are changing gears on Monday from the war between the United States (US) and Iran in the Middle East to the anticipated Federal Reserve (Fed) interest rate decision. Meanwhile, Bitcoin (BTC) and Gold (XAU) are losing momentum, with BTC slipping below the pivotal $65,000 level while XAU remains sideways in the $4,000-$4,100 range. US and Iran suspend…

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What Are Perpetual Futures Contracts?

2026.07.27 2026.07.27 What Are Perpetual Futures Contracts (Perps)? Gleb Kabanovhttps://www.litefinance.org/blog/authors/gleb-kabanov/ Imagine a futures contract that never expires. Instead of closing on a fixed expiration date, you can keep your position open for as long as you choose, whether it is a day, a week, a month, or even longer. That is exactly how perpetual futures contracts work. This financial…

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