USDCAD stretches above the 200 day MA.

Although Canada’s inflation and retail sales data came in stronger than expected, the broader USD buying bias — along with retail sales details that were not as strong beneath the surface (with core sales slipping marginally) — helped push the Canadian dollar lower and the USDCAD higher. Technically, on the hourly chart, the USDCAD has now broken above both…

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United States CFTC Oil NC Net Positions climbed from previous 169.9K to 172.6K

Gold trades lower for the second consecutive day on Friday, although price action remains broadly confined within recent ranges, with downside attempts still finding support around the $4,500 region per troy ounce. Market volatility stays relatively subdued heading into the weekend, as traders await fresh developments surrounding the US-Iran conflict before taking stronger directional positions.

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Technical Analysis of US Crude, XAUUSD, and EURUSD for Today (May 22, 2026)

2026.05.22 2026.05.22 Short-Term Analysis for Oil, Gold, and EURUSD for 22.05.2026 Alex Rodionovhttps://www.litefinance.org/blog/authors/alex-rodionov/ Welcome, my fellow traders! I have prepared a price forecast for the USCrude, XAUUSD, and EURUSD using a combination of the margin zones method and technical analysis. Based on the market analysis, I suggest entry signals for intraday traders. Gold is trading in a correction within…

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New Fed Chair Warsh: Ours is a time of great consequence

Thank you Pres. Trump Intend to fill roll with energy and purpose Look to faithful to the mission These years can bring unmatched prosperity, that will raise living standards. INflation can be lower, growth strong. I will lead a reform oriented Fed Will learn from past mistakes and successes. I will strive every day to serve our citizens well….

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USD/CAD: Elliott Wave Analysis and Forecast for 22.05.26–29.05.26

2026.05.22 2026.05.22 USD/CAD: Elliott Wave Analysis and Forecast for 22.05.26–29.05.26 Alex Geutahttps://www.litefinance.org/blog/authors/alex-geuta/ The article covers the following subjects: Major Takeaways Main scenario: Consider short positions from corrections below the level of 1.3966 with a target of 1.3400–1.3065. A sell signal: the price holds below 1.3966. Stop Loss: above 1.4005, Take Profit: 1.3400–1.3065. Alternative scenario: Breakout and consolidation above the…

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WSJ: Critical Stage in Iran negotiations: Mediators rush to prevent military action

The WSJ are reporting that negotiations over Iran are at a critical stage, with mediators urgently trying to secure at least a temporary framework agreement to prevent renewed U.S. and Israeli military action. The core dispute centers on how quickly Iran must make nuclear concessions in exchange for sanctions relief and an end to hostilities. While there has reportedly…

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Japan CFTC JPY NC Net Positions declined to ¥-93.9K from previous ¥-75.1K

Gold trades lower for the second consecutive day on Friday, although price action remains broadly confined within recent ranges, with downside attempts still finding support around the $4,500 region per troy ounce. Market volatility stays relatively subdued heading into the weekend, as traders await fresh developments surrounding the US-Iran conflict before taking stronger directional positions.

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USD/CHF: Elliott Wave Analysis and Forecast for 22.05.26–29.05.26

2026.05.22 2026.05.22 USD/CHF: Elliott Wave Analysis and Forecast for 22.05.26–29.05.26 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 0.7755 with a target of 0.8220–0.8400. A buy signal: the price holds above 0.7755. Stop Loss: below 0.7715, Take Profit: 0.8220–0.8400. Alternative scenario: Breakout and consolidation below 0.7755 will allow the…

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Sky News Arabia: Negotiations in Tehran have reached an agreement on nuclear issue

Sky News Arabia is reporting: Negotiations in Tehran have reached an understanding on broad outlines regarding the nuclear issue. Delivery of Uranium would be linked to lifting the sanctions and would be gradual. Focused on an understanding regarding the Strait of Hormuz which is still in negotiations. Iran still wants American guarantees for any agreement reached. Crude oil has…

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