The importance of Rare Earth Minerals. Supply Control and the Global Trade War Rare earth elements (REEs) may not dominate headlines like oil or gold, but they are the backbone of modern technology, green energy,
Why does OPEC use Oil quotas? OPEC, the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries, uses oil quotas to manage global oil supply and influence prices, aiming to balance the economic interests of its member countries.
Rise of American Exceptionalism American exceptionalism—the belief that the United States is uniquely destined to lead due to its democratic ideals, economic strength, and cultural influence—emerged in the 19th century and solidified post-World War II.
Market Session Overlaps – basic explanations Key Points Research suggests market session overlaps occur when major forex markets are open simultaneously, increasing liquidity and volatility. It seems likely that the main overlaps are Tokyo-London (3:00
The equity risk premium and credit spreads The equity risk premium (ERP) and credit spreads are critical components in assessing market valuations and investor sentiment. Below, I explain their roles and why an increase in
Understanding the difference between Contango and Backwardation Contango and Backwardation are terms describing the structure of futures prices in the oil market (or other commodities) relative to the spot price and time to delivery. Contango:
Can China Export Its Way Out of a Domestic Crisis? The Chinese economy, the world’s second-largest, is grappling with a confluence of structural and cyclical challenges that have slowed its growth trajectory and raised concerns
TREND FOLLOWING AND MOMENTUM TRADING ARE CLOSELY RELATED STRATEGIES USED ACROSS FOREX, COMMODITIES, AND EQUITIES MARKETS Trend following and momentum trading are closely related strategies used across forex, commodities, and equities markets, but they differ
FOREX UPDATE: DOLLAR INDEX (DXY) AND TREASURY YIELDS The relationship between U.S. Treasury yields and the U.S. Dollar Index (DXY) has historically been one of the most reliable correlations in global financial markets. Typically, rising
SMART MONEY TRADING CONCEPTS Smart money trading concepts refer to strategies and principles used by institutional investors, hedge funds, and professional traders—often called “smart money”—to capitalize on market inefficiencies. These concepts can seem complex, but
The strength of the Swedish Krona and Norwegian Krone against various forex pairs in 2025 Trying to Understand the Performance of both the Swedish Krona (SEK) and Norwegian Krone (NOK) against various forex pairs in
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Forex Trading Signals: Your Guide to Smarter Trading Hey there, forex enthusiast! Are you looking to up your trading game? Well, you’re in the right place. Today, we’re diving into the world of forex trading
A Veteran Trader’s Guide to Market Edge As a trader with over two decades in the trenches of financial markets, I’ve seen my fair share of trends come and go. But one tool has consistently