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The stock market moves every day. Learn why prices rise and fall, what drives volatility, and how sentiment and expectations shape market behaviour over time. | VT Markets
Big Tech earnings reveal a shift in the AI cycle. From Meta and Microsoft to Tesla and IBM, the focus is moving from hype to costly execution.
“TACO Trump” has become a shorthand for market-moving political volatility. We explore how it affects gold, the US dollar, and trader sentiment.
The US December budget deficit highlights how government spending continues to support demand. We examine what it means for growth, bonds, and markets. | VT Markets
The stock market in 2026 has opened with cautious momentum and uneven performance. Here’s how equities, sectors, and sentiment are shaping the year so far. – vtmarkets.com
Apple earnings and Nike earnings offer a clear read on the US consumer outlook. We examine what these two global brands reveal about demand, confidence, and spending trends. – vtmarkets.com
Nasdaq volatility often spikes after Fed decisions. Here’s how traders can read post-FOMC reactions, manage risk, and avoid chasing false moves. – vtmarkets.com
Fed rate cut news often triggers sharp post-FOMC volatility. Here’s how traders can read market reactions, manage risk, and position around shifting rate cut expectations. – vtmarkets.com
USD INR enters its next phase with one factor standing above the rest. The Federal Reserve is preparing to ease, while the Reserve Bank of India shows no urgency to follow. – vtmarkets.com
Australia’s inflation is easing, but global disinflation is moving at different speeds. We examine where Australia stands and what traders should prepare for over the months ahead. – vtmarkets.com
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