USD/JPY: Elliott wave analysis and forecast for 15.08.25 – 22.08.25

2025.08.15 2025.08.15 USD/JPY: Elliott Wave Analysis and Forecast for 15.08.25 – 22.08.25 Alex Geutahttps://www.litefinance.org/blog/authors/alex-geuta/ The article covers the following subjects: Major Takeaways Main scenario: Consider long positions from corrections above the level of 146.20 with a growth target of 154.80 – 158.85. A buy signal: the price holds above 146.20. Stop Loss: below 145.80, Take Profit: 154.80 – 158.85….

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From Octa Broker: Understanding and Managing the Risks You Can Control

Risk is an unavoidable part of our life, present in every decision we make or choose not to make. Nowhere, however, is the risk more pronounced than in the fast-paced world of financial markets. Indeed, the constantly shifting economic landscape, marked by the rapid dissemination of news and the inherent volatility of prices, makes risk so pervasive that it’s…

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XAU/USD is looking for direction above $3,340 support

Gold fluctuates without a clear bias, with downside attempts contained above the $3,340 area. Volatility remains low on Thursday, with investors awaiting US PPI figures due later in the day. XAU/USD consolidates previous losses with $3,375 holding bulls for now. Gold  (XAU/USD) reversal from last week’s highs right above $3,400 has been contained at the $3,335-$3,345 area, where the…

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Technical Analysis of US Crude, XAUUSD, and EURUSD for Today (August 15, 2025)

2025.08.15 2025.08.15 Short-Term Analysis for Oil, Gold, and EURUSD for 15.08.2025 Alex Rodiоnovhttps://www.litefinance.org/blog/authors/alex-rodionov/ I welcome my fellow traders! I have made a price forecast for the USCrude, XAUUSD, and EURUSD using a combination of margin zones methodology and technical analysis. Based on the market analysis, I suggest entry signals for intraday traders. The euro continues to trade in a…

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Chart Art: AUD/CHF’s Potential Trend Pullback Zone

AUD/CHF turned lower earlier this week, but the pair still looks ready to extend its weeks-long trend. Think we’ll see a bullish reversal in the next trading sessions? Here’s what we’re watching on the 4-hour time frame. AUD/CHF 4-hour Forex Chart by TradingView Easing U.S.-China trade tensions gave risk sentiment a boost earlier this week, lifting commodity currencies like…

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FX option expiries for 15 August 10am New York cut

There are a couple to take note of on the board for today, as highlighted in bold below. They are both for EUR/USD at the 1.1650 and 1.1675 levels. The dollar pushed back yesterday after the more solid US PPI data but given the holiday backdrop in Europe today, the expiries might help to just keep price action more…

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Cheniere Energy Q2 earnings beat estimates, revenues up Y/Y

Cheniere Energy, Inc. reported second-quarter 2025 adjusted profit of $7.30 per share, which beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $2.30. The bottom line also increased from the year-ago quarter’s level of $3.84, primarily driven by favorable changes in derivative valuations, higher LNG margins from improved pricing and stronger LNG sales revenues supported by robust operational performance. Revenues totaled $4.6…

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US Dollar Slips Lower As Bessent Calls For Rate Cuts. Forecast as of 14.08.2025

2025.08.14 2025.08.14 US Dollar Slips Lower As Bessent Calls For Rate Cuts. Forecast as of 14.08.2025 Dmitri Demidenkohttps://www.litefinance.org/blog/authors/dmitri-demidenko/ Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is urging the Fed to reduce interest rates by 150-175 basis points and has recommended that the Bank of Japan consider increasing rates. This divergence is weakening the US dollar, which is precisely what the US administration…

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Daily Broad Market Recap – August 14, 2025

Markets swung wildly Thursday as hotter US PPI data crushed the “done deal” narrative for a September rate cut, sending Treasury yields and the dollar higher. Stocks held firm, oil climbed, gold slipped, and traders braced for a packed Friday of data and the US–Russia meeting. Here are headlines you may have missed in the last trading sessions! Headlines:…

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Japan finance minister Kato says monetary policy jurisdiction if BOJs

Japan finmin Kato: Monetary policy falls under jurisdiction of BOJ Expect BOJ to conduct appropriate monetary policy to sustainably, stably hit its price target, working closely with govt No comment on Bessent’s comments on BOJ ICYMI, Bessent berated the Bank of Japan yesterday: US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent criticised Bank of Japan – says its time to hike rates…

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