Oil News: Crude Oil Closes Near 50-Day MA as Geopolitical Risks Fuel Bullish Outlook.WTI crude surges as geopolitical risk disrupts Russian supply. Market holds above support with traders watching the 50-day moving average.

Week Ahead: US Data Resumes and Shifting Central Bank Outlooks.Last week will be recalled as the end of the longest government shutdown in US history. Despite the poor optics and disruptions for many, the lasting impact is likely to be marginal though the shutdown may weigh on Q4 economic activity.

US Dollar Forecast: DXY Straddling Key Pivot at 99.306 as October Economic Data Remains Unreleased.DXY struggles for direction near key pivot at 99.306, as delayed U.S. data and cautious Fed signals leave traders sidelined ahead of December's decision.

Weekly Economic & Financial Commentary: Fed on the Fence.A wave of hawkish Federal Reserve commentary casting doubt on a December rate cut provided financial markets news to digest in the absence of any major economic data releases this week.

USD/JPY Forecast: The Yen Remains Weak Amid the Federal Reserve's Shift in Outlook.Over the past five trading sessions, USD/JPY has gained more than 0.8%, supported by steady buying momentum in favor of the U.S. dollar. The bullish pressure has remained consistent, driven by a more hawkish tone from the Federal Reserve, which aims to maintain neutral-to-high interest rates in the short term.

Japan considering stimulus package sized around 17 trln yen, Nikkei says.Japan's government is considering compiling a stimulus package sized around 17 trillion yen ($110 billion), the Nikkei newspaper reported on Saturday.

Natural Gas Price Forecast: Drop to $4.38 Tests 10-Day & Channel Support.Natural gas dropped to a three-day low of $4.38 Friday, testing the rising 10-day average at $4.41 and a 150% extended channel line.

Fed's Miran: The change in border policy is disinflationary.Fed's Miran: The change in border policy is disinflationary

Natural Gas, WTI Oil, Brent Oil Forecasts – Oil Rallies As Drones Strike Russia's Export Hub.Traders worry that Russia's oil exports may decline.

USD/JPY rebounds toward nine-month highs as US Dollar steadies.USD/JPY rebounds toward nine-month highs as US Dollar steadies

United States Baker Hughes US Oil Rig Count above expectations (415): Actual (417).United States Baker Hughes US Oil Rig Count above expectations (415): Actual (417)

U.S. Dollar Rebounds From Session Lows As Traders Focus On U.S. – Switzerland Deal: Analysis For EUR/USD, GBP/USD, USD/CAD, USD/JPY.The American currency gained some ground ahead of the weekend.

Natural Gas Weekly Price Outlook – Natural Gas Struggles at High Levels.Natural gas is showing hesitation near the $4.50 resistance level, with warmer U.S. temperatures and an overextended December contract suggesting a pullback. Any decline toward $4 or $3.75 may offer renewed buying opportunities in this seasonally bullish period.

Forward Guidance: Canadian Consumer Prices and Spending in Focus in the Week Ahead.Delayed U.S. data releases due to the record long government shutdown could begin to trickle out in the week ahead – including potentially the September nonfarm payroll data that was just days away from release before the government shut down in early October.

Russia Consumer Price Index (MoM) up to 0.5% in October from previous 0.34%.Russia Consumer Price Index (MoM) up to 0.5% in October from previous 0.34%

US Dollar Forecast: DXY Rangebound Between 50- and 200-Day Moving Averages.DXY hovers near 99.00, stuck between the 50-day MA at 98.528 and 200-day MA at 100.082 as traders await delayed U.S. economic data.

Natural Gas Price Outlook – Natural Gas Struggling with Gravity.Natural gas softened on Friday as an overextended December contract and warmer U.S. temperatures pressured prices. Despite seasonal bullishness, the market appears due for a pullback toward $4 or even $3.75, making patience essential before considering new long positions.

Fed's Schmid: My concerns on inflation 'much broader' than tariffs alone.Fed's Schmid: My concerns on inflation 'much broader' than tariffs alone

Crude Oil Price Outlook – Crude Rallies but Gives Back Some Gains.Crude oil rallied early Friday but quickly surrendered most gains as the 50-day EMA capped the advance. Persistent overhead resistance worries about global demand, and abundant supply continue to weigh on both WTI and Brent despite brief upside attempts.

Weekly Focus: Looking Towards Post-Shutdown US Data.The end of US government shutdown was not enough to drive a lasting recovery in markets' risk appetite, with equity and bond markets weakening towards the end of the week. While the government reopening itself has a positive impact on the economy, the focus remains on the backlog of key US macro data which is now set to be released over the next few weeks.

GBP/JPY Price Forecast: Upside bias holds as 21-day SMA cushions declines.GBP/JPY Price Forecast: Upside bias holds as 21-day SMA cushions declines

China's October Data Dump: What Mixed Economic Signals Mean for Stimulus.In Beijing's economic casino, October's cards are wild: retail sales flirt with 2.9% highs, while factories sputter at 4.9% and investments crater 1.7%. Stimulus jackpot incoming?

Limited Downside for the Pound Despite Weaker Jobs and GDP.Increasing signs of economic slowdown come ahead of likely tax hikes this month.

Natural Gas News: Market Leans on 200-Day MA Ahead of EIA Report and Weather Shift.Natural gas futures slip as traders watch the 200-day MA at $4.455, EIA inventory report, and shifting weather forecasts that could set the next move for the market.

The Week Ahead – Decisions, Decisions for the Fed.EURUSD bouncing back The dollar has not been the most favourable currency to trade with recently, as the rally that started in September has come to a halt. Sellers have continued to close their positions as the price spikes higher, clawing back some losses.

Russia Foreign Trade up to $13.595B in September from previous $7.466B.Russia Foreign Trade up to $13.595B in September from previous $7.466B

investingLive European markets wrap: Return to risk-off as the selling intensifies.As we look to close out the week, the risk selling continues from yesterday with things looking rough now the closer we approach to North America trading. Equities accelerated declines during the session and what was seemingly a calmer mood in the bond market also now quickly turned into bids in a flight to safety.

US Labour Secretary: Unsure if the BLS will be able to release the October CPI.The BLS was not able to fully collect the October CPI data. I am hoping the September jobs data can be released next week.

Top asset manager DWS warns of global risks if US restricts dollar access.Executives at DWS , one of Europe's largest money managers, are thinking through the potential impacts in the unlikely event that the U.S. Federal Reserve limits access to dollar funding, the firm's CEO told Reuters.

Positive supply news for the Copper market – Commerzbank.Positive supply news for the Copper market – Commerzbank