Talking Points The FTSE 100 is bullish above the February 29 low of 6034 and bearish below. German Industrial ...
Talking Points
The FTSE 100 is bullish above the February 29 low of 6034 and bearish below.
German Industrial Production, published this morning, rose by 2.2% YoY vs. the Bloomberg poll projection of -1.6%. This suggests that the economy is doing better than expected.
This afternoon, U.S. NFIB Small Business Optimism Index is on tap and expected to print 94.
The bullish momentum has slowed down significantly over the last few sessions and the FTSE 100 (FXCM: UK100) is trading sideways between Thursday’s low of 6097 and Friday’s high of 6220. This narrow trading range could be the prelude to a bearish reversal, because a break to Thursday’s low will place the buyers of the last few days at a loss. Theses traders could get tempted to book losses and thereby trigger further sell-orders, initiating a bearish downward trend.
A more important level for the markets and the level I am watching is the February 29 low of 6034. On a break to this level, I would expect bearish momentum to be strong enough for the FTSE 100 to reach the psychological level of 5900. However, for now I am giving the bullish trend the benefit of the doubt, and shall assume that the FTSE 100 is to reach the December 29 high of 6322.
German Industrial Production Picks Up
German Industrial Production rose by 2.2% YoY vs. the Bloomberg poll projection of -1.6%, and -2.2% YoY in December. This outcome is much better than expected and suggests that the German economy is doing better than expected.
Eurozone GDP for the fourth quarter is due at 10:00 GMT and expected to rise by 1.5% YoY.
In the afternoon, U.S. NFIB Small Business Optimism Index is on tap and may lift the FTSE 100 if it beats the 94 projected by a Bloomberg News Survey. No other major data report is on tap and trading will be dominated by technical traders.
The FTSE 100 is bullish above the February 29 low of 6034 and bearish below.
German Industrial Production, published this morning, rose by 2.2% YoY vs. the Bloomberg poll projection of -1.6%. This suggests that the economy is doing better than expected.
This afternoon, U.S. NFIB Small Business Optimism Index is on tap and expected to print 94.
The bullish momentum has slowed down significantly over the last few sessions and the FTSE 100 (FXCM: UK100) is trading sideways between Thursday’s low of 6097 and Friday’s high of 6220. This narrow trading range could be the prelude to a bearish reversal, because a break to Thursday’s low will place the buyers of the last few days at a loss. Theses traders could get tempted to book losses and thereby trigger further sell-orders, initiating a bearish downward trend.
A more important level for the markets and the level I am watching is the February 29 low of 6034. On a break to this level, I would expect bearish momentum to be strong enough for the FTSE 100 to reach the psychological level of 5900. However, for now I am giving the bullish trend the benefit of the doubt, and shall assume that the FTSE 100 is to reach the December 29 high of 6322.
German Industrial Production Picks Up
German Industrial Production rose by 2.2% YoY vs. the Bloomberg poll projection of -1.6%, and -2.2% YoY in December. This outcome is much better than expected and suggests that the German economy is doing better than expected.
Eurozone GDP for the fourth quarter is due at 10:00 GMT and expected to rise by 1.5% YoY.
In the afternoon, U.S. NFIB Small Business Optimism Index is on tap and may lift the FTSE 100 if it beats the 94 projected by a Bloomberg News Survey. No other major data report is on tap and trading will be dominated by technical traders.
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CMC Markets’ Artur Delijergijevs on Metals Demand, Volatility, & Stable Execution
CMC Markets’ Artur Delijergijevs on Metals Demand, Volatility, & Stable Execution
In this exclusive Executive Interview, Finance Magnates speaks with Artur Delijergijevs, Head of Systematic Market Making at CMC Markets, about the current state of metals demand and market volatility.
Delijergijevs offers a desk-level view on:
- Metals Demand: Why metals are seeing the strongest demand from both retail and institutional clients right now.
- The Safe-Haven Debate: Questioning whether gold still fits the classic safe-haven definition given large daily price movements.
- Volatile Market Prep: How a market-making desk prepares its systems and pricing for stressed market conditions and high-impact economic events.
- Hybrid Execution: Why the best execution model combines electronic speed with human relationship support, especially during volatility.
- AI in Workflow: Where CMC Markets is integrating machine learning for risk management and pricing, and the limitations of AI during stressed markets.
- Dubai's Role: The strategic importance of Dubai’s location for covering global trading sessions across Asia, Europe, and the US.
Watch to understand how CMC Markets maintains stable pricing and reliable execution quality in high-volatility environments.
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In this exclusive Executive Interview, Finance Magnates speaks with Artur Delijergijevs, Head of Systematic Market Making at CMC Markets, about the current state of metals demand and market volatility.
Delijergijevs offers a desk-level view on:
- Metals Demand: Why metals are seeing the strongest demand from both retail and institutional clients right now.
- The Safe-Haven Debate: Questioning whether gold still fits the classic safe-haven definition given large daily price movements.
- Volatile Market Prep: How a market-making desk prepares its systems and pricing for stressed market conditions and high-impact economic events.
- Hybrid Execution: Why the best execution model combines electronic speed with human relationship support, especially during volatility.
- AI in Workflow: Where CMC Markets is integrating machine learning for risk management and pricing, and the limitations of AI during stressed markets.
- Dubai's Role: The strategic importance of Dubai’s location for covering global trading sessions across Asia, Europe, and the US.
Watch to understand how CMC Markets maintains stable pricing and reliable execution quality in high-volatility environments.
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Finance Magnates Awards 2026 – Nominations Now Open
Finance Magnates Awards 2026 – Nominations Now Open
The Finance Magnates Awards 2026 nominations are now open. 🏆
From fintech innovators to leading brokers, this is where the finance industry celebrates its biggest achievements.
Winners will be announced at the Cyprus Gala Dinner on November 6, 2026.
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The Finance Magnates Awards 2026 nominations are now open. 🏆
From fintech innovators to leading brokers, this is where the finance industry celebrates its biggest achievements.
Winners will be announced at the Cyprus Gala Dinner on November 6, 2026.
Nominate your brand now.
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Finance Magnates Awards 2026 nominations are now open. 🏆
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Exness sees trust as the key theme for growth in MENA Trading Growth for 2026
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Mohammad Amer, Regional Commercial Director at Exness, sits down to discuss the booming MENA financial trading market. Find out why Dubai is key to the company's growth strategy, how a mobile-first generation is changing expectations, and why trust will be the defining theme for traders in 2026.
In this interview, you'll learn:
* Why Dubai and the MENA region are critical growth markets for fintech and online trading.
* How Exness is addressing the demands of mobile-first, younger traders through engineering, platform stability, and transparent conditions.
* The essential role local talent plays in providing a culturally relevant and compliant user experience.
* Mohammad Amer's outlook on the future of the online trading industry and why stronger controls and systems are necessary.
* Why "trust" isn't just a brand value, but has commercial value—and why he predicts 2026 will be the "Year of Trust."
Key Takeaways:
➡️ The MENA region is rapidly shaping global financial markets.
➡️ New traders expect stability, precise execution, and transparency.
➡️ Local expertise is key to regulatory compliance and user experience.
➡️ Future success belongs to firms capable of meeting rising standards across regulation and platform consistency.
Read the full article at: https://www.financemagnates.com/thought-leadership/exness-sees-trust-as-the-key-theme-for-growth-in-mena-trading-growth-for-2026/
#Exness #MENA #Trading #FinTech #Dubai #OnlineTrading #FinanceMagnates #MohammadAmer #Trust #MobileTrading
Mohammad Amer, Regional Commercial Director at Exness, sits down to discuss the booming MENA financial trading market. Find out why Dubai is key to the company's growth strategy, how a mobile-first generation is changing expectations, and why trust will be the defining theme for traders in 2026.
In this interview, you'll learn:
* Why Dubai and the MENA region are critical growth markets for fintech and online trading.
* How Exness is addressing the demands of mobile-first, younger traders through engineering, platform stability, and transparent conditions.
* The essential role local talent plays in providing a culturally relevant and compliant user experience.
* Mohammad Amer's outlook on the future of the online trading industry and why stronger controls and systems are necessary.
* Why "trust" isn't just a brand value, but has commercial value—and why he predicts 2026 will be the "Year of Trust."
Key Takeaways:
➡️ The MENA region is rapidly shaping global financial markets.
➡️ New traders expect stability, precise execution, and transparency.
➡️ Local expertise is key to regulatory compliance and user experience.
➡️ Future success belongs to firms capable of meeting rising standards across regulation and platform consistency.
Read the full article at: https://www.financemagnates.com/thought-leadership/exness-sees-trust-as-the-key-theme-for-growth-in-mena-trading-growth-for-2026/
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Paytiko CEO Razi Salih on Why Payment Orchestration is a MUST-HAVE for Brokers in 2026
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At iFX Expo Dubai, Finance Magnates spoke with Razi Salih, CEO at Paytiko, about the evolution of the payments ecosystem and why payment orchestration has shifted from an option to a necessity for brokers, prop firms, and exchanges.
Mr. Salih explains how global expansion, the need for deep localisation, and the sheer number of new payment methods, from instant banking to stablecoins, are driving this critical infrastructure shift.
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At iFX Expo Dubai, Finance Magnates spoke with Razi Salih, CEO at Paytiko, about the evolution of the payments ecosystem and why payment orchestration has shifted from an option to a necessity for brokers, prop firms, and exchanges.
Mr. Salih explains how global expansion, the need for deep localisation, and the sheer number of new payment methods, from instant banking to stablecoins, are driving this critical infrastructure shift.
#PaymentOrchestration #Fintech #Brokerage #TradingPayments #RaziSalih #Paytiko #iFXExpoDubai #Stablecoins #AIinFintech
