Dilin Wu
Research Strategist
Most recent articles
Alphabet Hits $4 Trillion Market Cap: AI Strategy and Gemini Ecosystem Poised to Shape the Future
On January 12, Alphabet’s market value surpassed $4 trillion. The Apple-Gemini partnership, AI-driven ad integration, and cloud cost advantages highlight Google’s AI strategy, ecosystem moat, and long-term growth potential.
Gold Outlook: Price Challenges $4,600, Eyes on U.S. CPI and Retail Sales
Gold briefly surged past $4,600, reaching a record high. Rising geopolitical tensions, weak U.S. nonfarm payrolls, and ongoing central bank buying continue to support prices. This week, U.S. CPI and retail sales may trigger short-term volatility.
Trump’s $200B MBS Purchase Plan: Short-Term Housing Rally, Long-Term Risks Amplified
Trump’s Bold MBS Move: Lower mortgage rates may temporarily boost housing and markets, but systemic risks and execution uncertainty remain.
Gold Outlook: Geopolitical Risks Lift Safe-Haven Demand, Non-Farm Payrolls in Focus
Geopolitical tensions have boosted gold’s safe-haven demand. This week, gold eyes the key $4,400 level, with upcoming U.S. Non-Farm Payroll and PMI data likely to influence its early 2026 moves.
How to Trade Gold in 2026: A Higher Price Anchor Under Structural Support
Gold Outlook for 2026: Ongoing central bank buying, shifts in the dollar and interest rates, geopolitics, and ETF flows continue to underpin prices. The price anchor is likely to move higher—while rational and flexible positioning remains key.
How to Trade China in 2026: Focus on Policy Guidance and Sector Divergence
China Market Outlook 2026: Policies Target Domestic Demand and Technology, Hong Kong and Mainland Markets May Diverge, Traders Can Track Select Sectors and Tactical Opportunities.
Crude Oil Hits New Lows: Oversupply Pressure Keeps Short-Term Gains Out of Reach
Oil continues to fall, with Brent dropping below $60 and WTI hitting 2021 lows. Global oversupply, weak demand, and easing geopolitical risks weigh on prices, keeping the short-term market outlook clearly bearish.
Gold Outlook: Volatility Rises as US Data and Central Banks Take Spotlight
Supported by a weaker dollar, continued central bank buying, and geopolitical risks, gold surged past $4,300, though hawkish Fed voices capped short-term gains. This week’s US jobs and CPI releases, along with global central bank rate decisions, could amplify year-end gold volatility, making risk management critical for traders.
Gold Outlook: $4,250 Resistance Tests Ahead of Volatile FOMC Week
Gold consolidates at highs, facing strong $4,250 resistance. FOMC dot plot, Powell’s comments, and global central bank policy divergences may steer year-end market moves.
U.S. Natural Gas Surge: Exports and AI Demand Driving the Rally
U.S. natural gas prices have climbed sharply since late October, fueled by record LNG exports, growing electricity demand from AI data centers, and seasonal heating needs. Short-term upside is clear, but medium-term expansion risks warrant caution.
Silver Hits Record Highs: Multiple Drivers at Work, Watch for Pullbacks
Silver breaks historical highs, driven by strong inflows and tight supply. Short-term volatility is rising, urging traders to manage positions carefully and watch for potential pullbacks.
Gold Outlook: Bulls Rally on Rate Cut Bets, Dip Buying Back in Favor
Fed December rate cut wagers rise, dollar under pressure, fueling gold bulls. A break above $4,250 could target $4,300 and historical highs, while traders eye U.S. employment and inflation data.
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1. Data for the Pepperstone Group, correct as at October 2025.