Monthly Archives: March 2026
The Volatility Index Explained: A Market Mirror for 2026
Written on March 20, 2026 at 1:03 am, by
The VIX, often called the “fear gauge,” plays a vital role in predicting market volatility. Learn how it works, how to use it in trading, and why understanding it is key for navigating market uncertainty in 2026. | Opinion
Silver rebounds from lows as dollar and yields ease, yet remains pressured amid shifting rate expectations
Written on March 20, 2026 at 12:52 am, by
Silver rebounded from lows as dollar and yields eased; higher-for-longer rates pressured demand amid volatility.
Equity markets sank further; the Dow slid under 46,000 as oil surged, fuelling US stagflation fears
Written on March 20, 2026 at 12:51 am, by
US stocks slid as Dow dipped below 46,000; oil surged on shipping disruption; Fed stayed hawkish, few cuts.
Despite weak New Zealand GDP, NZD/USD rebounds to 0.5840, gaining 0.73% as the US Dollar softens
Written on March 20, 2026 at 12:51 am, by
NZD/USD rises to 0.5840 as weaker US Dollar offsets soft NZ GDP; Fed cautious, oil boosts inflation.
BNP Paribas says Central Europe remains resilient, as EU funds, productivity and education offset demographic decline
Written on March 20, 2026 at 12:50 am, by
Central Europe stays resilient despite aging populations, aided by EU funds and productivity, but 2030 risks.
WTI crude trades near $97.20, retreating from $100, as Venezuela sanctions ease and Middle East risks continue
Written on March 19, 2026 at 11:52 pm, by
WTI fell near $97 as supply improved, despite escalating Middle East tensions sustaining a geopolitical risk premium.
Amid North American trading, GBP/USD climbs as the Bank of England holds rates, warning inflation pressures persist
Written on March 19, 2026 at 11:50 pm, by
GBP/USD jumped to 1.3356 after BoE held rates; softer dollar, falling oil, and jobs data boosted.
Despite the Fed’s hawkish pause, investors weighed central-bank moves, sending USD/JPY down to 158.40
Written on March 19, 2026 at 10:51 pm, by
USD/JPY slipped to 158.40 as Fed, BOJ held steady; Hormuz tensions weighed; key support 158.06.
EIA reports US natural gas storage rose 35B, undershooting the forecast 39B on March 13
Written on March 19, 2026 at 9:52 pm, by
US EIA data on March 13 showed a 35B natural gas storage change, 4B below forecasts.
HSBC strategists say the Fed held rates at 3.50%–3.75%, awaiting clearer inflation direction before acting
Written on March 19, 2026 at 9:51 pm, by
Fed holds rates, signals patience; HSBC sees steady policy through 2027, prefers equities, investment-grade credit, gold.
