World stock market holidays: February 2025

Dear clients,

Please get acquainted with upcoming changes in LiteFinance’s trading schedule this month.

Presidents' Day, US, 17.02.2025




Trading instrument
Early closure
Resumption


XAUUSD
17/02/2025 21:15:00
18/02/2025 01:00:00


XAGUSD
17/02/2025 21:15:00
18/02/2025 01:00:00


SX5E
17/02/2025 23:00:00
18/02/2025 01:00:00


CAC
17/02/2025 23:00:00
18/02/2025 01:00:00


FDAX
17/02/2025 23:00:00
18/02/2025 01:00:00


HK50
17/02/2025 21:00:00
18/02/2025 01:00:00


FTSE
17/02/2025 23:00:00
18/02/2025 01:00:00


NI225
17/02/2025 20:00:00
18/02/2025 01:00:00


SPX
17/02/2025 20:00:00
18/02/2025 01:00:00


NQ
17/02/2025 20:00:00
18/02/2025 01:00:00


YM
17/02/2025 20:00:00
18/02/2025 01:00:00


USDX
17/02/2025 20:00:00
18/02/2025 03:00:00


USCRUDE
17/02/2025 21:15:00
18/02/2025 01:00:00


UKBRENT
17/02/2025 21:15:00
18/02/2025 03:00:00


XAUEUR
17/02/2025 21:15:00
18/02/2025 01:00:00


XNGUSD
17/02/2025... Read more https://www.litefinance.org/company/detail/news/105750/?utm_source=telegram&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=post

White House Boosts Greenback. Forecast as of 31.01.2025

The EU GDP has shown zero growth, the US GDP has expanded by 2.3%, the Fed has taken a pause, and the ECB has cut the interest rate. All these factors have failed to support the greenback. Nevertheless, the White House will take action to boost the US dollar. Another reminder from the Trump administration regarding tariffs has severely hurt the euro. Let's discuss this topic and make a trading plan for the EURUSD pair.



Major Takeaways


The ECB will continue to cut rates.
The decision to cut by 50bp is off the agenda for now.
Trump will impose tariffs... Read full author’s opinion and review in blog of #LiteFinance https://www.litefinance.org/blog/analysts-opinions/white-house-boosts-greenback-forecast-as-of-31012025/?utm_source=telegram&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=post

Short-Term Analysis for BTCUSD, XRPUSD, and ETHUSD for 31.01.2025

Dear readers,

I've prepared a short-term forecast for Bitcoin, Ripple, and Ethereum based on the Elliott wave analysis.



Major Takeaways


BTCUSD: The price may continue falling within a correction. Consider short positions from the current level with Take Profit at 89,129.00.
XRPUSD: A decline in the final part of the bearish correction is projected. Consider short positions with Take Profit at 2.677.
ETHUSD: The price may decline to the previous low. Consider selling from the current level with Take Profit at a low of 2,916.43.


Elliott Wave Analysis for Bitcoin



A new bullish wave is developing in the last segment of Bitcoin's chart. It... Read full author’s opinion and review in blog of #LiteFinance https://www.litefinance.org/blog/analysts-opinions/short-term-analysis-for-btcusd-xrpusd-and-ethusd-for-31012025/?utm_source=telegram&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=post

Short-Term Analysis for Oil, Gold, and EURUSD for 31.01.2025

I welcome my fellow traders! I have made a price forecast for the USCrude, XAUUSD, and EURUSD using a combination of margin zones methodology and technical analysis. Based on the market analysis, I suggest entry signals for intraday traders.

Gold broke through the Target Zone 2773 - 2756 yesterday.



Major Takeaways



USCrude: oil is trading in an upward correction within a short-term downtrend.


XAUUSD: gold has pierced the upper Target Zone 2773 - 2756.


EURUSD: the euro is trying to continue rising after hitting the support (B) 1.0395 - 1.0381.



Oil Price Forecast for Today: USCrude Analysis

Oil is trading... Read full author’s opinion and review in blog of #LiteFinance https://www.litefinance.org/blog/analysts-opinions/short-term-analysis-for-oil-gold-and-eurusd-for-31012025/?utm_source=telegram&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=post

The Aussie Has Got a Reprieve. Forecast as of 31.01.2025

As investors shift their focus from central banks to Trump’s tariff decisions, the RBA’s monetary expansion cycle fades into the background. What’s more noteworthy is the White House’s delay in addressing the situation with China. Let’s discuss it and make a trading plan for AUD/USD.



Major Takeaways


The RBA is poised for a key rate cut for the first time in 4 years.
The Aussie started strong but is losing ground.
Trump's delay in imposing tariffs on China is benefiting the Australian dollar.
Consider selling the AUD/USD with a target of 0.6.


Monthly Fundamental Forecast for the Australian Dollar

Everyone starts somewhere.... Read full author’s opinion and review in blog of #LiteFinance https://www.litefinance.org/blog/analysts-opinions/the-aussie-has-got-a-reprieve-forecast-as-of-31012025/?utm_source=telegram&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=post

USD/CHF: Elliott Wave Analysis and Forecast for 31.01.25 – 07.02.25

Major Takeaways


Main scenario: Consider short positions from corrections below the level of 0.9201 with a target of 0.8724 – 0.8386. A sell signal: the level of 0.9201 is broken to the downside. Stop Loss: above 0.9250, Take Profit: 0.8724 – 0.8386.
Alternative scenario: Breakout and consolidation above the level of 0.9201 will allow the pair to continue rising to the levels of 0.9340 – 0.9530. A buy signal: the price holds above 0.9201. Stop Loss: below 0.9150, Take Profit: 0.9340 – 0.9530.


Main Scenario

Consider short positions from corrections below the level of 0.9201 with a target of 0.8724... Read full author’s opinion and review in blog of #LiteFinance https://www.litefinance.org/blog/analysts-opinions/usdchf-elliott-wave-analysis-and-forecast-for-310125-070225/?utm_source=telegram&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=post

EUR/USD: Elliott Wave Analysis and Forecast for 31.01.25 – 07.02.25

Major Takeaways


Main scenario: Consider long positions from corrections above the level of 1.0264 with a target of 1.0635 – 1.0940. A buy signal: the price holds above 1.0264. Stop Loss: below 1.0200, Take Profit: 1.0635 – 1.0940.
Alternative scenario: Breakout and consolidation below the level of 1.0264 will allow the pair to continue declining to the levels of 1.0100 – 0.9950. A sell signal: the level of 1.0264 is broken to the downside. Stop Loss: above 1.0300, Take Profit: 1.0100 – 0.9950.


Main Scenario

Consider long positions from corrections above the level of 1.0264 with a target of 1.0635... Read full author’s opinion and review in blog of #LiteFinance https://www.litefinance.org/blog/analysts-opinions/eurusd-elliott-wave-analysis-and-forecast-for-310125-070225/?utm_source=telegram&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=post

GBP/USD: Elliott Wave Analysis and Forecast for 31.01.25 – 07.02.25

Major Takeaways


Main scenario: Consider long positions from corrections above the level of 1.2153 with a target of 1.2764 – 1.2923. A buy signal: the price holds above 1.2153. Stop Loss: below 1.2100, Take Profit: 1.2764 – 1.2923.
Alternative scenario: Breakout and consolidation below the level of 1.2153 will allow the pair to continue declining to the levels of 1.1900 – 1.1521. A sell signal: the level of 1.2153 is broken to the downside. Stop Loss: above 1.2200, Take Profit: 1.1900 – 1.1521.


Main Scenario

Consider long positions from corrections above the level of 1.2153 with a target of 1.2764... Read full author’s opinion and review in blog of #LiteFinance https://www.litefinance.org/blog/analysts-opinions/gbpusd-elliott-wave-analysis-and-forecast-for-310125-070225/?utm_source=telegram&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=post

USD/JPY: Elliott Wave Analysis and Forecast for 31.01.25 – 07.02.25

Major Takeaways


Main scenario: Consider short positions from corrections below the level of 156.81 with a target of 148.50 – 138.65. A sell signal: the level of 156.81 is broken to the downside. Stop Loss: above 157.30, Take Profit: 148.50 – 138.65.
Alternative scenario: Breakout and consolidation above the level of 156.81 will allow the pair to continue rising to the levels of 161.96 – 165.50. A buy signal: the price holds above 156.81. Stop Loss: below 156.00, Take Profit: 161.96 – 165.50.


Main Scenario

Consider short positions from corrections below the level of 156.81 with a target of 148.50... Read full author’s opinion and review in blog of #LiteFinance https://www.litefinance.org/blog/analysts-opinions/usdjpy-elliott-wave-analysis-and-forecast-for-310125-070225/?utm_source=telegram&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=post

WTI Crude Oil: Elliott Wave Analysis and Forecast for 31.01.25 – 07.02.25

Major Takeaways


Main scenario: Consider long positions from corrections above the level of 67.08 with a target of 85.00 – 94.97. A buy signal: the price holds above 67.08. Stop Loss: below 66.50, Take Profit: 85.00 – 94.97.
Alternative scenario: Breakout and consolidation below the level of 67.08 will allow the pair to continue declining to the levels of 61.50 – 53.00. A sell signal: the level of 67.08 is broken to the downside. Stop Loss: above 67.50, Take Profit: 61.50 – 53.00.


Main Scenario

Consider long positions from corrections above the level of 67.08 with a target of 85.00... Read full author’s opinion and review in blog of #LiteFinance https://www.litefinance.org/blog/analysts-opinions/wti-crude-oil-elliott-wave-analysis-and-forecast-for-310125-070225/?utm_source=telegram&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=post

XAU/USD: Elliott Wave Analysis and Forecast for 31.01.25 – 07.02.25

Major Takeaways


Main scenario: Consider long positions from corrections above the level of 2690.64 with a target of 2880.00 – 3000.00. A buy signal: the price holds above 2690.64. Stop Loss: below 2670.00, Take Profit: 2880.00 – 3000.00.
Alternative scenario: Breakout and consolidation below the level of 2690.64 will allow the pair to continue declining to the levels of 2464.30 – 2282.23. A sell signal: the level of 2690.64 is broken to the downside. Stop Loss: above 2705, Take Profit: 2464.30 – 2282.23.


Main Scenario

Consider long positions from corrections above the level of 2690.64 with a target of 2880.00... Read full author’s opinion and review in blog of #LiteFinance https://www.litefinance.org/blog/analysts-opinions/gold-price-prediction-forecast/xauusd-elliott-wave-analysis-and-forecast-for-310125-070225/?utm_source=telegram&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=post

Forex Options Trading Explained

Derivatives are a common trading instrument, and traders often choose futures or CFDs on Forex pairs. However, Forex options trading represents probably the most effective and profitable instrument. The popularity of this derivative has grown significantly, largely due to the rapid expansion of binary options trading.

Owing to their cost-effectiveness, trading forex options has broadened its appeal, allowing traders with diverse financial backgrounds to explore its benefits. Since they can be used in a wide range of hedge and profit strategies, many experienced traders with large capital trade fx options. While not all brokers offer currency options trading, there are... Read full author’s opinion and review in blog of #LiteFinance https://www.litefinance.org/blog/for-beginners/what-are-binary-options/fx-options/?utm_source=telegram&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=post

US Tariffs Spark Global Trade War. Forecast as of 03.02.2025

The US president has decided to reshape international trade. Trump's policies are based on domination, not on cooperation. Canada has already retaliated; now it is the turn of China and Mexico. Let's discuss this topic and make a trading plan for the EURUSD pair.



Major Takeaways


The US has imposed tariffs against Mexico, Canada, and China.
Ottawa retaliates with duties on imports.
The US dollar is surging amid trade wars.
The EURUSD pair may fall to parity.


Weekly US Dollar Fundamental Forecast

It would be unwise to underestimate the impact of President Trump's trade policies. Market expectations that the White... Read full author’s opinion and review in blog of #LiteFinance https://www.litefinance.org/blog/analysts-opinions/us-tariffs-spark-global-trade-war-forecast-as-of-03022025/?utm_source=telegram&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=post

Short-Term Analysis for Oil, Gold, and EURUSD for 03.02.2025

I welcome my fellow traders! I have made a price forecast for the USCrude, XAUUSD, and EURUSD using a combination of margin zones methodology and technical analysis. Based on the market analysis, I suggest entry signals for intraday traders.

The euro reversed its short-term uptrend last Friday.



Major Takeaways



USCrude: oil is trading in an upward correction within a short-term downtrend.


XAUUSD: gold is correcting to the support (A) 2759 - 2753.


EURUSD: the euro has opened with a gap and reached the Target Zone 1.0257 - 1.0229.



Oil Price Forecast for Today: USCrude Analysis

Oil is trading in a downward... Read full author’s opinion and review in blog of #LiteFinance https://www.litefinance.org/blog/analysts-opinions/short-term-analysis-for-oil-gold-and-eurusd-for-03022025/?utm_source=telegram&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=post

Short-Term Analysis for BTCUSD, XRPUSD, and ETHUSD for 03.02.2025

Dear readers,

I've prepared a short-term forecast for Bitcoin, Ripple, and Ethereum based on the Elliott wave analysis.



Major Takeaways


BTCUSD: The decline in zigzag (A)-(B)-(C) could continue. Consider short positions from the current level with Take Profit at 89,129.00.
XRPUSD: A decline in the final part of the bearish correction is projected. Consider short positions with Take Profit at 1.777.
ETHUSD: The price may decline to the previous low. Consider selling from the current level with Take Profit at a low of 2,113.13.


Elliott Wave Analysis for Bitcoin



A new bullish wave is developing in the last segment of Bitcoin's chart. It... Read full author’s opinion and review in blog of #LiteFinance https://www.litefinance.org/blog/analysts-opinions/short-term-analysis-for-btcusd-xrpusd-and-ethusd-for-03022025/?utm_source=telegram&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=post

Investors Turn to Safe-Haven Yen. Forecast as of 03.02.2025

In contrast to the volatile performance of the Mexican peso, Canadian dollar, and Chinese yuan, the Japanese yen demonstrated resilience in the face of US tariffs. The Japanese yen's status as a safe-haven asset supported USDJPY bears. Let's discuss this topic and make a trading plan.



Major Takeaways


The Bank of Japan does not consider negative rates as normal.
The yen continues to be used by carry traders.
The government intends to explore how US tariffs affect the rate.
Long trades on the USDJPY pair formed at 154.3 should be kept open.


Weekly Fundamental Forecast for Yen

The yen has become... Read full author’s opinion and review in blog of #LiteFinance https://www.litefinance.org/blog/analysts-opinions/investors-turn-to-safe-haven-yen-forecast-as-of-03022025/?utm_source=telegram&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=post

Ethereum Price Forecast & Predictions for 2025, 2026, 2027-2030 and Beyond

Ethereum is a decentralized blockchain platform that employs smart contracts, enabling developers to create and deploy decentralized applications (DApps). Ether (ETH) is the native cryptocurrency of the Ethereum blockchain. ETH is the second largest cryptocurrency, with a market capitalization of over $370 billion.

The crypto industry is attracting mounting global interest from financial market participants. This results in a consistent inflow of liquidity and an increasing popularity of digital currencies, including Ethereum. Many reputable analysts are confident in the future growth of ETH. The Ethereum blockchain has a lot of deployed applications, new developments are underway, and the launch of... Read full author’s opinion and review in blog of #LiteFinance https://www.litefinance.org/blog/analysts-opinions/ethereum-price-prediction-forecast/?utm_source=telegram&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=post

How to Trade Bullish Harami Candles

A Bullish Harami pattern is a highly recognizable market reversal signal that experienced traders use to spot potential changes in trend direction. The word harami comes from an old Japanese word はらみ, which means pregnant, as the pattern visually resembles a pregnant woman. The pattern consists of a long candlestick followed by a smaller one, which is completely contained within the first candle's body. Thanks to the widespread use of Japanese candlestick charts, this pattern has earned a reputation as a reliable indicator of future bullish momentum.

A Harami pattern is a tool that can help traders to build a... Read full author’s opinion and review in blog of #LiteFinance https://www.litefinance.org/blog/for-beginners/how-to-read-candlestick-chart/bullish-harami-pattern/?utm_source=telegram&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=post