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Zain Vawda

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Market Analyst at MARKETPULSE

Market Analyst at OANDA. Political Enthusiast Patriotism is the virtue of the vicious- Oscar Wilde. Opinions are my own. Chivalry shouldn't be dead.

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  • 1 week ago | marketpulse.com | Zain Vawda

    US-China trade optimism improved market sentiment, though US funds still saw outflows. Gold and precious metals experienced net sales after 12 weeks of inflows. The Federal Reserve is expected to hold rates steady, while UK rates may be cut. The US Dollar Index is poised for a potential technical breakout above 100.00.

  • 1 week ago | marketpulse.com | Zain Vawda

    US Jobs Report (NFP) for April 2025 expected to show a slowdown in job growth to 130,000, with unemployment remaining at 4.2%. Weaker economic data, including GDP and consumer confidence, adds importance to the NFP report for Federal Reserve interest rate decisions. Gold (XAU/USD) finds support near 3200, with potential resistance at 3277 and 3300, and possible support at 3236 and 3195.

  • 1 week ago | marketpulse.com | Zain Vawda

    Asian stocks hit their highest in over a month, and US stock futures rose on Friday after China revealed it is reviewing trade talks with the US, sparking hope that tariff tensions might ease. Japanese stocks gained 1.1% after positive remarks from the country’s top trade negotiator. The S&P 500 extended its winning streak to eight days, its longest since August, supported by optimism that trade conflicts are cooling after Trump announced historic tariffs on April 2.

  • 2 weeks ago | marketpulse.com | Zain Vawda

    U.S. stock index futures climbed on Thursday, driven by tech giants Microsoft and Meta. Microsoft jumped nearly 9% in premarket trading after predicting strong growth for its Azure cloud business, while Meta rose 6.3% thanks to higher-than-expected revenue fueled by strong ad performance. Strong results from Microsoft and Meta eased worries about the uncertain business and economic outlook caused by unpredictable U.S. tariff changes and the growing trade war with China.

  • 2 weeks ago | marketpulse.com | Zain Vawda

    Gold prices decline as US-China trade deal hopes rise, impacting safe-haven demand. US GDP contracts in Q1 2025, but tariff developments overshadow data releases. Key support levels for Gold (XAU/USD) are identified as bearish pressure builds, with 3200 and 3167 being crucialGold prices have slipped below two crucial areas of support as hopes of a trade deal between the US-China continues to grow. The precious metal is now trading near a two-week low.

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Zain Vawda
Zain Vawda @zvawda
23 Apr 25

Gold continues to slide now at $3275/oz as White House looks to slash tariffs on China.... WSJ reports, China tariffs likely coming down to between 50% and 65%. Another positive for risk sentiment, discussed yesterday. #GoldPrice #XAUUSD #GOLD #TariffWAR https://t.co/stSSiP6kfK

Zain Vawda
Zain Vawda @zvawda

Gold’s rally hits $3500/oz with no signs of slowing! 🚀 #ETFs are surging, retail investors haven’t joined the party yet. Could this mean more room for gains? 🤑 @marketpulsecom #XAUUSD #GOLD #GoldPrice #Investing #Markets #Powell #Trump https://t.co/5TsT2CkEHZ

Zain Vawda
Zain Vawda @zvawda
23 Apr 25

White House considers slashing China tariffs to de-escalate trade war, sources say - WSJ #Trump #TariffWAR #China

Zain Vawda
Zain Vawda @zvawda

🔼 S&P 500 futures climb & optimism grows on US-China trade talks. 📈 Tesla shares jump 7% as Elon Musk refocuses on the company. 💼 AT&T & Boeing earnings in focus. @marketpulsecom #StockMarket #Tesla #EarningsSeason #FinanceNews #XAUUSD #DowJones https://t.co/xJ2zZgJgX8

Zain Vawda
Zain Vawda @zvawda
23 Apr 25

RT @financialjuice: 🔴 US S&P COMPOSITE PMI FLASH ACTUAL 51.2 (FORECAST 52, PREVIOUS 53.5) $MACRO