Weekly Fundamental Forecast: Recession and Brexit Worries face QE and Trade Talk Hopes

Crude Oil Forecast – Crude Oil May be Overextended, But Watch Out For Trade Headlines

Crude oil prices remain supported by supply cuts and trade deal hopes even as the economic data have proven disappointing. That support could wane a little this week

British Pound Forecast – GBP/USD Rate Threatens Bull Trend Ahead of Brexit Deadline

The British Pound may face a more bearish fate ahead of the Brexit deadline in April as the GBP/USD exchange rate threatens the upward trend from late last year

US Dollar Forecast – US Dollar May Rise as Sentiment Succumbs to Potent Headwinds

The US Dollar may rise, spurned on by haven-seeking capital flows as risk appetite finally succumbs to a broad assortment of potent headwinds.

Gold Forecast – Gold Price Outlook Bearish as USD May Rise on Soft Econ Data, RBA

Gold prices could be weighed down if the US Dollar rises in risk aversion on soft economic data. Other hazards for the precious metal include a more dovish RBA and Brexit updates

Equities Forecast – Dow Jones, FTSE 100, DAX 30 and ASX 200 Fundamental Forecast

The Dow Jones will look to a slew of economic data out of the United States while the FTSE and DAX await Brexit clarification. Elsewhere, the ASX 200 awaits a rate decision from the RBA.

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