Market Brief - After Hours

In today’s episode of Market Brief – After Hours, markets experience sharp volatility as surging oil prices and escalating tensions in the Persian Gulf drive a turbulent session, with investors reacting to renewed fears of supply disruptions and a prolonged conflict.We break down the mixed performance across US equities, with the Dow slipping despite a massive intraday swing, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq recover from steep losses to close slightly higher as dip buyers cautiously step in.In Europe, markets close mixed with gains in the FTSE 100 offset by declines across the DAX, CAC 40, and STOXX 600, reflecting uneven sentiment alongside mixed economic data across the region.Asia-Pacific markets come under heavy pressure, with sharp declines across Japan, South Korea, China, and Australia as risk appetite deteriorates amid rising energy prices and geopolitical uncertainty.The episode also covers detailed Forex technical analysis across EUR/USD, GBP/USD, and USD/JPY, highlighting sustained bearish pressure in European currencies and continued strength in the US dollar.In commodities, oil prices surge sharply with WTI jumping above $111 and Brent climbing past $109, while Gold and Silver pull back after recent rallies, entering a corrective phase as volatility intensifies.In equities, we highlight major movers including strong gains in SBA Communications and Globalstar, alongside declines in Tesla, Alto Neuroscience, and major alternative asset managers following liquidity concerns.

In today’s episode of Market Brief – After Hours, global markets kick off April on a stronger footing as easing oil prices and renewed hopes of de-escalation in the Iran conflict lift sentiment, driving a broad-based relief rally across equities.We break down the gains across US markets, with the Dow adding over 200 points, the S&P 500 advancing 0.72%, and the Nasdaq leading with a 1.16% rise as investors rotate back into growth and technology stocks following recent volatility.In Europe, markets rebound sharply with strong gains across the STOXX 600, DAX, CAC 40, and FTSE 100, while improving manufacturing data and stabilising sentiment help support the recovery despite lingering macroeconomic concerns.Asia-Pacific markets also surge, led by significant rebounds in Japan and South Korea, alongside gains in China, Hong Kong, and Australia, reflecting improved risk appetite as geopolitical tensions show signs of easing.The episode also covers detailed Forex technical analysis across EUR/USD, GBP/USD,, USD/CHF, and USD/JPY, highlighting ongoing pressure on European currencies and strong structural support in the US dollar.In commodities, oil prices pull back from recent highs while remaining elevated, as Gold extends its recovery above key support levels, reinforcing its role as a safe-haven asset amid ongoing uncertainty.In equities, we highlight major movers including a surge in Target Hospitality, gains in nCino and Boeing, and sharp declines in Oric Pharmaceuticals, RH, and Nike.

In today’s episode of Market Brief – After Hours, global markets stage a powerful rebound as optimism over a potential diplomatic off-ramp in the Iran conflict sparks a sharp relief rally, even as underlying risks tied to energy prices and inflation remain firmly in focus.We break down the surge across US equities, with the Dow jumping over 1,100 points, the S&P 500 posting its strongest daily gain since May, and the Nasdaq leading with a near 4% rally driven by strength in major technology stocks including Nvidia and Microsoft.In Europe, markets move higher across the STOXX 600, DAX, CAC 40, and FTSE 100, but the broader outlook remains fragile as inflation accelerates across the region, driven by rising energy costs and ongoing geopolitical uncertainty in the Persian Gulf.The episode also covers detailed Forex technical analysis across EUR/USD, GBP/USD, USD/JPY, and AUD/USD, highlighting key resistance levels and ongoing pressure on major currency pairs despite short-term rebounds.In commodities, oil prices remain elevated with Brent holding near multi-year highs, while Gold and Silver surge sharply as investors continue to hedge against uncertainty, reflecting a market caught between optimism and risk aversion.In equities, we highlight major movers including a surge in Apellis Pharmaceuticals and Centessa Pharmaceuticals following major acquisition deals, alongside declines in Phreesia and McCormick amid weaker outlooks and strategic concerns.

In today’s episode of Market Brief – After Hours, markets open the week on a cautious footing as oil prices surge to multi-year highs, geopolitical tensions intensify, and technology stocks come under renewed pressure despite pockets of resilience in defensive sectors.We break down the divergence across US equities, with the Dow Jones edging higher while the S&P 500 moves closer to correction territory and the Nasdaq declines sharply as rising energy costs weigh heavily on growth stocks.In Europe, markets rally across the STOXX 600, DAX, CAC 40, and FTSE 100, driven by defensive sector rotation, even as economic sentiment deteriorates sharply with weaker consumer confidence and mixed data across Germany, France, Italy, and the UK.The episode also covers detailed Forex technical analysis across EUR/USD, GBP/USD, and USD/JPY as bearish momentum builds in European currencies while the dollar remains supported, alongside movements in Gold and Silver as both metals attempt to stabilise after recent volatility.In equities, we highlight major movers including sharp declines in Boston Scientific, Viridian Therapeutics, Sysco, and Micron, alongside strong gains in United Therapeutics following positive clinical trial results.

In today’s episode of Market Brief – After Hours, markets extend their losses as surging oil prices and escalating tensions around the Strait of Hormuz push investors deeper into a risk-off environment.We break down the sharp sell-off across US equities as the Dow enters correction territory and the Nasdaq slides further, with rising energy prices driving inflation concerns and weighing heavily on growth stocks.In Europe, markets decline broadly across the STOXX 600, DAX, CAC 40, and FTSE 100, as weaker economic data and falling consumer confidence add to the pressure, while mixed performance across Asia reflects ongoing uncertainty around global growth and energy security.The episode also covers detailed Forex technical analysis across EUR/USD, GBP/USD, and USD/CHF as the US dollar strengthens, alongside strong rebounds in Gold and Silver as investors rotate into safe-haven assets.In equities, we highlight major movers including a surge in Argan and Unity Software, alongside declines in major technology stocks such as Amazon, Meta Platforms, Nvidia, and Tesla, as well as weakness across cybersecurity names.

In today’s episode of Market Brief – After Hours, markets turn sharply lower as oil prices surge following President Donald Trump’s decision to extend the pause on strikes against Iran’s energy facilities, with investors increasingly sceptical about progress in the Persian Gulf.We break down the sell-off across US equities as the Nasdaq enters correction territory and rising Treasury yields intensify pressure on growth stocks, while resilient labour market data highlights underlying strength despite the broader risk-off shift.In Europe, markets decline across the STOXX 600, DAX, CAC 40, and FTSE 100, with weakness led by miners and technology stocks alongside deteriorating consumer confidence data across Germany, France, and Italy.The episode also covers detailed Forex technical analysis across EUR/USD, GBP/USD, and USD/CAD as the US dollar strengthens, alongside sharp declines in Gold and Silver as both metals break key support levels.In equities, we highlight major movers including a surge in Kodiak Sciences, gains in Brown-Forman, and declines in Pony AI, AppLovin, and Meta Platforms.

In today’s episode of Market Brief – After Hours, markets edge higher as easing oil prices and renewed hopes of de-escalation in the Persian Gulf help stabilise sentiment despite persistent inflation pressures and mixed economic data.We break down gains across US equities led by strength in technology and semiconductor stocks including Nvidia, AMD, and Intel, as investors rotate back into growth following the pullback in crude prices. At the same time, rising US import costs and weaker housing data highlight ongoing inflation risks beneath the surface.In Europe, markets rally broadly with gains across the DAX, CAC 40, and FTSE 100, even as economic data points to slowing momentum, including a decline in Germany’s Ifo Business Climate Index and rising inflation expectations in the UK.The episode also covers detailed Forex technical analysis across EUR/USD, GBP/USD, USD/JPY, and AUD/USD, alongside moves in Gold and Silver as both metals attempt to recover from recent corrections.In equities, we highlight major movers including a surge in Arm Holdings, gains in Braze and EchoStar, and declines in ON Holding and SanDisk.

In today’s episode of Market Brief – After Hours, markets lose momentum as rising oil prices, mixed US economic data, and persistent geopolitical uncertainty weigh on investor sentiment. Equities pull back following a brief relief rally, while inflation concerns resurface amid renewed pressure from energy markets.We break down the divergence in US PMI data, with manufacturing surprising to the upside while services activity slows to its weakest pace in nearly a year, highlighting uneven economic momentum. Treasury yields move higher as markets reassess inflation risks, driven in part by the rebound in crude prices.Across global markets, Europe closes higher despite weak regional data, while Asia advances on easing inflation signals in Japan and strong performance in South Korea and India. The episode also covers detailed Forex technical analysis across EUR/USD, GBP/USD, and AUD/USD, alongside moves in Gold and Silver as both metals attempt to stabilise after recent volatility.In equities, we highlight major movers including sharp declines in Circle, Estee Lauder, and SAP, alongside strong gains in Applied Optoelectronics, Netgear, Corning, and Lumentum.

In today’s episode of Market Brief – After Hours, global markets stage a powerful relief rally after signals of de-escalation in the Persian Gulf ease fears of a major energy supply shock. Oil prices plunge sharply, Treasury yields pull back, and equities rebound as investors unwind defensive positioning.We break down the sharp reversal across US markets, with strong gains led by technology names including Nvidia and Apple, while the broader rally highlights how quickly sentiment can shift when geopolitical risks ease.In Europe, markets turn higher as investors react to falling energy prices, with the DAX, CAC 40, and STOXX 50 all advancing, while Asian markets close sharply lower after absorbing earlier risk-off sentiment before the policy shift.The episode also covers key Forex technical setups in EUR/USD, GBP/USD, and USD/JPY, alongside heavy selling in Gold and mixed performance in Silver as shifting yields and dollar dynamics reshape momentum.In equities, we highlight major movers including strong gains in Palantir Technologies and Apogee Therapeutics, weakness in Estee Lauder, and a rally in airline stocks such as United Airlines and Delta Air Lines following the sharp drop in oil.