Stocks & Equity Indexes


Mixed global stock action with rebounds and volatility




  • Over the weekend and on Friday before markets closed, global equities showed a strong rebound after recent sell-offs, with major indexes like the Dow Jones and S&P 500 posting gains, driven by tech sector recovery and bargain hunting.




  • U.S. stock futures rose on Sunday, signaling cautious optimism ahead of key economic data due this week (jobs, inflation). The Dow futures were up slightly, as were the S&P 500 and Nasdaq futures.




  • The rebound helped soothe sharp prior losses, but markets remain volatile and sensitive to macro catalysts.




Key takeaway: Stocks rallied after a rough week, but momentum is still fragile going into this week.



🪙 Cryptocurrency Markets


Bitcoin & crypto prices volatile over the weekend




  • Bitcoin rebounded above ~$70,000 by Sunday after dipping below earlier in the prior week, showing volatility and strong intracycle swings.




  • Despite the rebound, BTC struggled to sustain aggressive upward momentum and was trading below recent all-time highs, reflecting cautious risk appetite and mixed sentiment in crypto markets.




  • Crypto stocks like MARA and IREN also reflected spillover moves from Bitcoin’s volatility, with gains in some mining/related equities alongside the rebound.




Key takeaway: Crypto markets showed strong swings and rebounds, but overall sentiment was choppy.



💱 Forex / Currency Indicators


Risk sentiment affecting major currencies




  • While specific headline forex events over the weekend were light, U.S. dollar trends and risk sentiment continued to shape currency markets.




  • A weaker dollar through parts of last week helped support precious metals and buoyed some risk assets, while safe-haven flows remained relevant depending on macro headlines.




Key takeaway: Forex markets were in consolidation mode, influenced by broader risk trends.



🟡 **Gold & ⚪ Silver


Precious metals rebounded after recent volatility




  • After sharp corrections earlier in the week, gold and silver prices recovered some ground over the weekend, supported by renewed buying interest as risk appetite shifted.




  • Silver showed particularly strong gains during the rebound, while gold retraced losses, reflecting renewed investor demand after heavy swings.




Local pricing (e.g., in India) also showed notable increases in gold and silver prices driven by global cues.


Key takeaway: Metals regained some lost ground, though volatility remains elevated.



🛢️ Crude Oil & Commodities


Crude oil held firm over the weekend




  • Oil prices remained relatively stable with modest gains over the weekend as markets digested geopolitical developments and macro outlooks — showing resilience after risk-off pressures earlier in the week.




  • Broader commodity prices were mixed, with some swings in base and precious metals dragging broader indices at times.




Key takeaway: Crude oil mostly held support and benefited from rebound sentiment.