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• EUR/USD Continuation Pattern at Risk on Upbeat FOMC

  16-03-2016 16:15
  The near-term breakout in EUR/USD may largely come under pressure should the FOMC stay on course to further normalize monetary policy in 2016.
  
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• How To Build an Investment Portfolio From Scratch

  27-02-2026 14:14 via litefinance.org
  
  Trading in financial markets typically begins with building an investment portfolio. Every investor eventually confronts the challenge of shaping it into a solid and well-balanced structure.In today's uncertain economic environment, many people face financial instability, which increases the need for additional sources of income. Passive investing has become one of the most accessible ways to achieve this. The first step is to set clear financial goals.This article explains which assets to inclu
  
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• Trading hours for some instruments to be changed from 9th up to 30st of March 2026

  27-02-2026 14:08 via litefinance.org
  
  Dear clients,We would like to draw your attention to the trading schedule over the upcoming daylight saving time changes in the United States of America on 8th of March 2026 (Sunday) and on 29th of March 2026 (Sunday) in Europe.Please note that trading in all trading assets, except the the IBEX35 index, and the European stocks EURONEXT, LONDON LSE, and XETRA will open and close one hour earlier than usual from 09.03.2026 to 30.03.2026.Please note that on 29.03.2026 the time zone of the trading s
  
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• XAU/USD: Elliott Wave Analysis and Forecast for 27.02.26–06.03.26

  27-02-2026 13:05 via litefinance.org
  
  Major Takeaways Main scenario: Consider long positions from corrections above the level of 4,840.00 with a target of 6,000.00–6,500.00. A buy signal: the price holds above 4,840.00. Stop Loss: below 4,840.00, Take Profit: 6,000.00–6,500.00. Alternative scenario: Breakout and consolidation below the level of 4,840.00 will allow the asset to continue declining to the levels of 4,405.00–4,025.00. A sell signal: the level of 4,840.00 is broken to the downside. Stop Loss: above 4,84
  
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• WTI Crude Oil: Elliott Wave Analysis and Forecast for 27.02.26–06.03.26

  27-02-2026 12:35 via litefinance.org
  
  Major Takeaways Main scenario: Consider short positions from corrections below the level of 67.30 with a target of 55.00–50.50. A sell signal: the price holds below 67.30. Stop Loss: above 67.30, Take Profit: 55.00–50.50. Alternative scenario: Breakout and consolidation above the level of 67.30 will allow the asset to continue rising to the levels of 77.50–87.00. A buy signal: the level of 67.30 is broken to the upside. Stop Loss: below 67.30, Take Profit: 77.50–87.00.Mai
  
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• USD/JPY: Elliott Wave Analysis and Forecast for 27.02.26–06.03.26

  27-02-2026 12:05 via litefinance.org
  
  Major Takeaways Main scenario: Consider long positions from corrections above 153.90 with a target of 160.00–162.00. A buy signal: the price holds above 153.90. Stop Loss: below 153.90, Take Profit: 160.00–162.00. Alternative scenario: Breakout and consolidation below the level of 153.90 will allow the asset to continue declining to the levels of 152.20–147.80. A sell signal: the level of 153.90 is broken to the downside. Stop Loss: above 153.90, Take Profit: 152.20–147.8
  
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• GBP/USD: Elliott Wave Analysis and Forecast for 27.02.26–06.03.26

  27-02-2026 11:35 via litefinance.org
  
  Major Takeaways Main scenario: Once the correction ends, consider long positions above 1.3338 with a target of 1.4050–1.4300. A buy signal: the price holds above 1.3338. Stop Loss: below 1.3338, Take Profit: 1.4050–1.4300. Alternative scenario: Breakout and consolidation below the level of 1.3338 will allow the pair to continue declining to the levels of 1.3170–1.3000. A sell signal: the level of 1.3338 is broken to the downside. Stop Loss: above 1.3338, Take Profit: 1.3170&nda
  
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• S&P 500: Bulls and Bears in a Standoff. Forecast as of 27.02.2026

  27-02-2026 11:34 via litefinance.org
  
  Institutional investors continue to buy the dips, while retail traders sell the S&P 500 into rallies. Their tug-of-war is keeping the broad equity index in consolidation. Let's discuss this and outline a trading plan.Major Takeaways Major banks remain bullish on the S&P 500. Investors are selling Big Tech stocks. The US market is struggling to compete. Selling the S&P 500 below 6,800 remains relevant.Weekly Fundamental Forecast for S&P 500"Be greedy while others are fearful!" BNP
  
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• EUR/USD: Elliott Wave Analysis and Forecast for 27.02.26–06.03.26

  27-02-2026 11:05 via litefinance.org
  
  Major Takeaways Main scenario: Consider long positions from corrections above the level of 1.1740 with a target of 1.2400–1.2750. A buy signal: the price holds above 1.1740. Stop Loss: below 1.1740, Take Profit: 1.2400–1.2750. Alternative scenario: Breakout and consolidation below the level of 1.1740 will allow the pair to continue declining to the levels of 1.1572–1.1460. A sell signal: the level of 1.1740 is broken to the downside. Stop Loss: above 1.1740, Take Profit: 1.1572
  
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• USD/CHF: Elliott Wave Analysis and Forecast for 27.02.26–06.03.26

  27-02-2026 10:35 via litefinance.org
  
  Major Takeaways Main scenario: After the correction ends, consider short positions below the level of 0.7820 with a target of 0.7420–0.7200. A sell signal: the price holds below 0.7820. Stop Loss: above 0.7820, Take Profit: 0.7420–0.7200. Alternative scenario: Breakout and consolidation above the level of 0.7820 will allow the pair to continue rising to the levels of 0.8046–0.8210. A buy signal: the level of 0.7820 is broken to the upside. Stop Loss: below 0.7820, Take Profit:
  
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• USD/CAD: Elliott Wave Analysis and Forecast for 27.02.26–06.03.26

  27-02-2026 10:05 via litefinance.org
  
  Major Takeaways Main scenario: Consider short positions from corrections below the level of 1.3725 with a target of 1.3300–1.3111. A sell signal: the price holds below 1.3725. Stop Loss: above 1.3725, Take Profit: 1.3300–1.3111. Alternative scenario: Breakout and consolidation above 1.3725 will allow the pair to continue rising to the levels of 1.3928–1.4124. A buy signal: the level of 1.3725 is broken to the upside. Stop Loss: below 1.3725, Take Profit: 1.3928–1.4124.Mai
  
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• World Stock Market Holidays: March 2026

  27-02-2026 09:56 via litefinance.org
  
  Dear clients,Please get acquainted with upcoming changes in LiteFinance’s trading schedule this month.South Korea Independence Movement Day, 01.03.2026Trading instrument Closure Resumption USDKRW 27/02/2026 23:00:00 03/03/2026 03:00:00
  * The schedule is formed according to the time of LiteFinance’s trading server (GMT+2 as displayed in the trading platform).The instruments other than specified here are traded as usual. The actual trading schedule for each trading instrument is always
  
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• Short-Term Analysis for Oil, Gold, and EURUSD for 27.02.2026

  27-02-2026 08:43 via litefinance.org
  
  Welcome, my fellow traders! I have prepared a price forecast for the USCrude, XAUUSD, and EURUSD using a combination of the margin zones method and technical analysis. Based on the market analysis, I suggest entry signals for intraday traders.The gold price is rising gradually, approaching the Gold Zone of 5,271–5,249.Major Takeaways USCrude: Oil tested the support B of 64.02–63.70 and climbed to the first bullish target of 65.46. XAUUSD: Gold is approaching the Monday high near the
  
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• Short-Term Analysis for BTCUSD, XRPUSD, and ETHUSD for 27.02.2026

  27-02-2026 07:28 via litefinance.org
  
  Dear readers,I've prepared a short-term forecast for Bitcoin, Ripple, and Ethereum based on the Elliott Wave analysis.Major Takeaways BTCUSD: The initial part of a bullish impulse appears to be developing. Consider long positions targeting 72,090.93. XRPUSD: The price continues to decline in impulse (C). Consider short positions with Take Profit at the 1.142 low. ETHUSD: The price may rise in the initial part of a bullish impulse. Consider long positions with a target of 2,153.91.Ellio
  
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• Dollar Dips As Trump's Tariff Threat Persists. Forecast as of 27.02.2026

  27-02-2026 07:28 via litefinance.org
  
  The US dollar continues to fluctuate wildly in response to the US administration's decision to cancel old tariffs and introduce new ones. Investors are trying to get a handle on what has changed and how the EUR/USD pair will perform. Let's discuss these topics and make a trading plan.Major Takeaways The EUR/USD pair is consolidating. The Forex market evaluates the impact of tariffs. The odds of a Fed rate cut are shifting. Trades on the EUR/USD pair can be opened on a breakout of the 1.1765&ndas
  
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• Three Reasons Why You Should Sell Pound Sterling. Forecast as of 26.02.2026

  26-02-2026 10:52 via litefinance.org
  
  While Fed officials unanimously agree on the need for a pause in the monetary expansion cycle, the Bank of England officials are split on the issue. The repo rate may fall as early as March. However, this is not the only trouble for the GBP/USD pair. Let's discuss this topic and make a trading plan.Major Takeaways The market expects a repo rate cut in March. New US tariffs will slow UK GDP. The Labour Party's defeat in the elections is bad news for the pound. Short trades on the GBP/USD pair can
  
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• Short-Term Analysis for Oil, Gold, and EURUSD for 26.02.2026

  26-02-2026 08:50 via litefinance.org
  
  Welcome, my fellow traders! I have prepared a price forecast for the USCrude, XAUUSD, and EURUSD using a combination of the margin zones method and technical analysis. Based on the market analysis, I suggest entry signals for intraday traders.The oil price declined to the support zone of 65.08–64.87 yesterday.Major Takeaways USCrude: Yesterday, oil tested the support A of 65.08–64.87, but bulls managed to keep the price above this zone. XAUUSD: The gold price is rising and approachin
  
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• Short-Term Analysis for BTCUSD, XRPUSD, and ETHUSD for 26.02.2026

  26-02-2026 08:22 via litefinance.org
  
  Dear readers,I've prepared a short-term forecast for Bitcoin, Ripple, and Ethereum based on the Elliott Wave analysis.Major Takeaways BTCUSD: The initial part of a bullish impulse appears to be developing. Consider long positions targeting 72,090.93. XRPUSD: The price continues to decline in impulse (C). Consider short positions with Take Profit at the 1.142 low. ETHUSD: The price may rise in the initial part of a bullish impulse. Consider long positions with a target of 2,153.91.Ellio
  
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• Euro Gains Momentum Against Greenback. Forecast as of 26.02.2026

  26-02-2026 07:33 via litefinance.org
  
  Investors are buying cheap big tech stocks and hedging their risks by selling dollars. As a result, even the reduced likelihood that the Fed will ease its monetary policy is not helping EUR/USD bears. Let's discuss this topic and make a trading plan.Major Takeaways The EUR/USD pair is sensitive to the S&P 500 index. The growth in hedging volumes is weighing on the US dollar. The chances of a Fed rate cut in June are falling. Short positions can be considered if the EUR/USD pair returns below
  
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• Yen Slumps As Takaichi's Speech Reignites Sell-Off. Forecast as of 25.02.2026

  25-02-2026 11:23 via litefinance.org
  
  When Sanae Takaichi found the Bank of Japan's independence beneficial, she emphasized it. However, the slowdown in inflation allowed the prime minister to change her stance. Her toughness towards the BoJ is driving USD/JPY quotes higher. Let's discuss this topic and make a trading plan.Major Takeaways The Bank of Japan will welcome two new doves. China has tightened export controls on rare earth elements. The risks of currency interventions are growing. Long positions on the USD/JPY pa
  
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• Short-Term Analysis for Oil, Gold, and EURUSD for 25.02.2026

  25-02-2026 08:17 via litefinance.org
  
  Welcome, my fellow traders! I have prepared a price forecast for the USCrude, XAUUSD, and EURUSD using a combination of the margin zones method and technical analysis. Based on the market analysis, I suggest entry signals for intraday traders.The euro price is trading in a short-term downtrend.Major Takeaways USCrude: Oil is falling toward the support A of 65.08–64.87. XAUUSD: Gold is trading below the resistance of 5,271–5,249. The trend remains bullish. EURUSD: The euro is trying t
  
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• US Dollar Remains Firm After Trump's Address Before Congress. Forecast as of 25.02.2026

  25-02-2026 07:27 via litefinance.org
  
  Donald Trump promised America a new Golden Age. However, in 2025, US economic growth slowed from 2.4% to 2.2%, notching the worst result since 2022 thanks to Trump's sweeping tariffs. Let's discuss this topic and make a trading plan for the EUR/USD pair.Major Takeaways The US administration has introduced new 10% tariffs. The derivatives market anticipates a rate cut by the Federal Reserve in 2027. The euro is sensitive to the conflict in the Middle East. Short trades on the EUR/USD pair can be
  
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• Short-Term Analysis for BTCUSD, XRPUSD, and ETHUSD for 25.02.2026

  25-02-2026 07:23 via litefinance.org
  
  Dear readers,I've prepared a short-term forecast for Bitcoin, Ripple, and Ethereum based on the Elliott Wave analysis.Major Takeaways BTCUSD: The initial part of a bullish impulse appears to be developing. Consider long positions targeting 72,090.93. XRPUSD: The price continues to decline in impulse (C). Consider short positions with Take Profit at the 1.142 low. ETHUSD: The price may rise in the initial part of a bullish impulse. Consider long positions with a target of 2,153.91.Ellio
  
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• Weekly Economic Calendar for 02.03.2026–08.03.2026

  25-02-2026 02:00 via litefinance.org
  
  Geopolitical tensions, moves by the US administration, Trump's erratic rhetoric, conflicting macro data, and a steady stream of headlines, especially around the Fed, continue to shake the markets. In this environment, only one trend has remained consistent so far: the ongoing decline in cryptocurrencies. Unlike gold, which has once again climbed above the 5,000.00–5,100.00 range, Bitcoin continues to fall. It has not shown that it can act as a reliable hedge, and its decline is weighing on
  
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• Gold Trade Divorces From Fundamentals. Forecast as of 24.02.2026

  24-02-2026 11:14 via litefinance.org
  
  Gold has shown the greatest divergence from fundamental factors since the gold rush of the 1970s. Back then, the Fed was forced to cut the interest rate aggressively to end the uptrend in gold prices. Let's discuss this topic and make a trading plan for the XAU/USD.Major Takeaways Russia sold gold at record prices. The precious metal is relatively immune to fluctuations in the US dollar. UBS forecasts price growth to $6,200 per ounce. Short positions on the XAU/USD can be considered at the $5,20
  
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• Short-Term Analysis for Oil, Gold, and EURUSD for 24.02.2026

  24-02-2026 08:47 via litefinance.org
  
  Welcome, my fellow traders! I have prepared a price forecast for the USCrude, XAUUSD, and EURUSD using a combination of the margin zones method and technical analysis. Based on the market analysis, I suggest entry signals for intraday traders.Yesterday, oil prices climbed and exceeded the February 20 high.Major Takeaways USCrude: Oil is rising, likely targeting above yesterday's high. XAUUSD: Gold reached the Gold Zone of 5,271–5,249 today. EURUSD: The euro is trading in a short-term
  
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• Short-Term Analysis for BTCUSD, XRPUSD, and ETHUSD for 24.02.2026

  24-02-2026 08:20 via litefinance.org
  
  Dear readers,I've prepared a short-term forecast for Bitcoin, Ripple, and Ethereum based on the Elliott Wave analysis.Major Takeaways BTCUSD: The final part of impulse (A) is likely developing. The price may decline to 60,622.63. Consider short positions. XRPUSD: The price continues to decline in impulse (C). Consider short positions with Take Profit at the 1.142 low. ETHUSD: Bearish wave Z continues to develop. Consider opening short positions, targeting the 1,772.19 level.Elliott Wave Ana
  
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• US Dollar Drops After Trump Ramps Up New Tariffs. Forecast as of 24.02.2026

  24-02-2026 07:30 via litefinance.org
  
  Trump claims that the Supreme Court has given him more power by repealing tariffs. The US president is introducing new ones. The problem is that Section 122 of the Trade Act assumes a balance of payments crisis, which is nowhere to be found in the US. Let's discuss this topic and make a trading plan for the EUR/USD pair.Major Takeaways The US economy will benefit from the cancellation of tariffs. The average rate fell from 16% to 13.7%. The new duties may be disputed in court. Short positions op
  
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• Aussie Attracts Speculators. Forecast as of 23.02.2026

  23-02-2026 10:45 via litefinance.org
  
  Australia has chosen its own path. It did not aggressively raise rates to prevent a recession. However, the RBA is now forced to tighten monetary policy. As a result, speculators are buying the AUD/USD pair. Let's discuss this topic and make a trading plan.Major Takeaways The RBA will continue to raise rates. Speculators are purchasing the aussie. Australia is concerned about the new tariffs. Long positions on the AUD/USD pair can be opened on a breakout of 0.71.Weekly Fundamental Forecast for A
  
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• Short-Term Analysis for Oil, Gold, and EURUSD for 23.02.2026

  23-02-2026 08:47 via litefinance.org
  
  Welcome, my fellow traders! I have prepared a price forecast for the USCrude, XAUUSD, and EURUSD using a combination of the margin zones method and technical analysis. Based on the market analysis, I suggest entry signals for intraday traders.The oil price is trading in a correction within the short-term uptrend.Major Takeaways USCrude: Oil is declining toward the support A of 64.84–64.63, but the trend remains bullish. XAUUSD: Gold has pierced the upper Target Zone of 5,101–5,037. E
  
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