http://www.dukascopy.com Market News and Analysis by Dukascopy Bank SA en-us www.dukascopy.com, all rights reserved info@dukascopy.com (Dukascopy Bank) Sat, 04 Apr 2026 16:50:36 +0000 http://www.dukascopy.com/static/images/og/6396.jpg https://www.dukascopy.com 1200 630 https://www.dukascopy.com/swiss/arabic/marketwatch/market-news/Expert-Commentary/rss XS6R.GB/GBX chart shows a daily timeframe where the price is currently testing a critical resistance zone near 18,196.378. Since late February, the asset has been fluctuating within a slightly descending channel characterized by expanding volatility. The price is presently hugging the upper boundary of this structure, suggesting that bullish momentum is attempting a breakout. A decisive daily close above the Thu, 02 Apr 2026 13:23:26 +0000 https://www.dukascopy.com/swiss/arabic/marketwatch/market-news/Expert-Commentary/rss Expert-Commentary https://www.dukascopy.com/swiss/arabic/marketwatch/market-news/Expert-Commentary/rss The current market positioning of Tele2 AB represents a sophisticated study in financial engineering and aggressive capital allocation. Trading near its fifty-two-week high of approximately 194.35 SEK, the equity has been propelled by a transformative fiscal year 2025, marked by a decisive pivot toward AI-driven operational efficiency and a massive expansion of shareholder returns. Following a parabolic ascent from late 2025 Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:58:11 +0000 https://www.dukascopy.com/swiss/arabic/marketwatch/market-news/Expert-Commentary/rss Expert-Commentary https://www.dukascopy.com/swiss/arabic/marketwatch/market-news/Expert-Commentary/rss As the first quarter of 2026 draws to a close, global crude oil markets are operating under intense upward pressure, defined by a fierce tug-of-war between acute geopolitical risk premiums and the structural management of supply. A violent, parabolic breakout in crude benchmarks has forced a structural repricing of the commodity, embedding heavy risk premiums into near-term contracts while institutional Tue, 31 Mar 2026 12:42:45 +0000 https://www.dukascopy.com/swiss/arabic/marketwatch/market-news/Expert-Commentary/rss Expert-Commentary https://www.dukascopy.com/swiss/arabic/marketwatch/market-news/Expert-Commentary/rss According to press release Dollar Tree, Inc. reported strong results for fiscal 2025. Full-year net sales increased 10.4% to $19.4 billion, driven by higher customer spending and modest traffic growth. Earnings per share from continuing operations were $5.94, and operating income rose to $1.7 billion. The company expanded its footprint by opening over 400 stores and continued converting locations to Tue, 17 Mar 2026 11:40:26 +0000 https://www.dukascopy.com/swiss/arabic/marketwatch/market-news/Expert-Commentary/rss Expert-Commentary https://www.dukascopy.com/swiss/arabic/marketwatch/market-news/Expert-Commentary/rss Oracle Corporation reported exceptionally strong Q3 FY2026 results, marking the first time in more than 15 years that both organic total revenue and non-GAAP earnings per share grew by at least 20% in U.S. dollars. The performance was driven primarily by rapidly increasing demand for artificial intelligence workloads and cloud computing infrastructure. Total revenue reached $17.2 billion, representing a 22% increase Wed, 11 Mar 2026 10:25:04 +0000 https://www.dukascopy.com/swiss/arabic/marketwatch/market-news/Expert-Commentary/rss Expert-Commentary https://www.dukascopy.com/swiss/arabic/marketwatch/market-news/Expert-Commentary/rss Costco Wholesale Corporation reported strong financial results for the second quarter and first 24 weeks of fiscal 2026, ending February 15, 2026. Q2 net sales rose 9.1% to $68.24 billion, while year-to-date net sales increased 8.7% to $134.22 billion. Membership fees collected during the quarter totaled $1.35 billion, bringing total Q2 revenue to $69.60 billion. Net income for the quarter Fri, 06 Mar 2026 11:45:06 +0000 https://www.dukascopy.com/swiss/arabic/marketwatch/market-news/Expert-Commentary/rss Expert-Commentary https://www.dukascopy.com/swiss/arabic/marketwatch/market-news/Expert-Commentary/rss Broadcom Inc. reported very strong financial results for the first quarter of fiscal year 2026, mainly due to rapid growth in its artificial intelligence business.The company generated $19.3 billion in revenue, which is 29% higher than the same period last year. Profit was also strong. GAAP net income reached $7.35 billion, while non-GAAP net income was $10.19 billion. Adjusted EBITDA Thu, 05 Mar 2026 13:15:05 +0000 https://www.dukascopy.com/swiss/arabic/marketwatch/market-news/Expert-Commentary/rss Expert-Commentary https://www.dukascopy.com/swiss/arabic/marketwatch/market-news/Expert-Commentary/rss NVIDIA just reported one of the biggest financial performances in tech history. Over the full year, the company made $215.9 billion, which is 65% more than the year before. In the most recent quarter alone, it generated $68.1 billion, up 73% compared to the same time last year. Because of this strong performance, NVIDIA returned $41.1 billion to shareholders through Thu, 26 Feb 2026 07:30:21 +0000 https://www.dukascopy.com/swiss/arabic/marketwatch/market-news/Expert-Commentary/rss Expert-Commentary https://www.dukascopy.com/swiss/arabic/marketwatch/market-news/Expert-Commentary/rss The AUD/TRY pair has been trending strongly upward since November 2025, rising from around 27.14 to a recent peak near 31.25. Currently, the price is consolidating just below this peak around 30.98, which looks more like a pause in the trend rather than a reversal. The recent price action forms a flag or pennant pattern, suggesting buyers are taking a Tue, 24 Feb 2026 10:52:24 +0000 https://www.dukascopy.com/swiss/arabic/marketwatch/market-news/Expert-Commentary/rss Expert-Commentary https://www.dukascopy.com/swiss/arabic/marketwatch/market-news/Expert-Commentary/rss NVIDIA finds itself at a familiar yet intensified crossroads. Following a year where the company successfully navigated the transition to its Blackwell architecture, the upcoming earnings report is widely viewed as the opening bell for the Rubin era. With the stock currently hovering around $189.74, technicals, fundamentals, and options data are converging to create a high-velocity environment. NVIDIA enters this earnings Mon, 23 Feb 2026 13:44:25 +0000 https://www.dukascopy.com/swiss/arabic/marketwatch/market-news/Expert-Commentary/rss Expert-Commentary https://www.dukascopy.com/swiss/arabic/marketwatch/market-news/Expert-Commentary/rss Walmart reported a strong financial performance in Q4, with revenue reaching $190.7 billion, up 5.6%, and full-year revenue of $713.2 billion Walmart delivered a strong financial performance in Q4 2026, reporting revenue of $190.7 billion, up 5.6% year-over-year, and full-year revenue of $713.2 billion, marking a 4.7% increase. Operating income grew faster than revenue, rising 10.8% in Q4 (10.5% adjusted), Thu, 19 Feb 2026 12:42:32 +0000 https://www.dukascopy.com/swiss/arabic/marketwatch/market-news/Expert-Commentary/rss Expert-Commentary https://www.dukascopy.com/swiss/arabic/marketwatch/market-news/Expert-Commentary/rss The preliminary February 2026 data reflects a consumer environment of marginal gains and widening inequality, where slight monthly improvements are overshadowed by a significant year-over-year decline. While the Index of Consumer Sentiment rose to 57.3, its highest since August 2025. A K-shaped recovery is evident, as sentiment surged for consumers with large stock portfolios while stagnating at dismal levels for those Wed, 18 Feb 2026 11:35:04 +0000 https://www.dukascopy.com/swiss/arabic/marketwatch/market-news/Expert-Commentary/rss Expert-Commentary https://www.dukascopy.com/swiss/arabic/marketwatch/market-news/Expert-Commentary/rss BAE Systems reported strong preliminary results for 2025, reflecting robust financial performance and significant operational progress across its sectors. Revenue increased by 10% to £30.7 billion, driven by 9% organic growth, while underlying EBIT rose 12% to £3.3 billion, improving the return on sales slightly to 10.8%. The company strengthened its balance sheet with net debt falling by 22% to Wed, 18 Feb 2026 10:42:54 +0000 https://www.dukascopy.com/swiss/arabic/marketwatch/market-news/Expert-Commentary/rss Expert-Commentary https://www.dukascopy.com/swiss/arabic/marketwatch/market-news/Expert-Commentary/rss McDonald's Corporation reported strong financial performance, driven by growth in global sales and increased customer loyalty. In the fourth quarter, global comparable sales rose 5.7%, led by a 6.8% increase in the U.S. market and a 5.2% rise in International Operated Markets. Consolidated revenues for the quarter reached $7.01 billion, up 10%. For the full year, global comparable sales grew Fri, 13 Feb 2026 11:57:06 +0000 https://www.dukascopy.com/swiss/arabic/marketwatch/market-news/Expert-Commentary/rss Expert-Commentary https://www.dukascopy.com/swiss/arabic/marketwatch/market-news/Expert-Commentary/rss The Xtrackers MSCI Europe Utilities ESG Screened UCITS ETF has emerged in 2026 as a premier vehicle for investors seeking a defensive strategy within the European equity landscape. Providing targeted exposure to the backbone of Europe's energy transition, its recent performance has been remarkable; as of early 2026, the fund has delivered a one-year total return of approximately 37.76%, significantly Wed, 11 Feb 2026 12:41:46 +0000 https://www.dukascopy.com/swiss/arabic/marketwatch/market-news/Expert-Commentary/rss Expert-Commentary https://www.dukascopy.com/swiss/arabic/marketwatch/market-news/Expert-Commentary/rss Ferrari delivered a very strong financial performance in 2025, fueled by a richer product mix and higher personalization, even as it deliberately kept shipment volumes stable to protect exclusivity. Net revenues rose 7% to €7.146 billion, while net profit increased 5% to €1.6 billion. Operating profit grew faster, with EBIT up 12% to €2.11 billion and margins reaching 29.5%. EBITDA Tue, 10 Feb 2026 12:41:19 +0000 https://www.dukascopy.com/swiss/arabic/marketwatch/market-news/Expert-Commentary/rss Expert-Commentary https://www.dukascopy.com/swiss/arabic/marketwatch/market-news/Expert-Commentary/rss AstraZeneca reported a gross margin of 80% for FY 2025, down 2 points due to profit-sharing on medicines like Lynparza and Enhertu, a $235 million royalty buyout for Saphnelo and rilvegostomig, and US pricing adjustments. Reported operating profit rose 37% to $13.7 billion, while Core operating profit grew 9% to $18.5 billion, reflecting adjustments for intangible asset amortization and impairments. Tue, 10 Feb 2026 11:16:53 +0000 https://www.dukascopy.com/swiss/arabic/marketwatch/market-news/Expert-Commentary/rss Expert-Commentary https://www.dukascopy.com/swiss/arabic/marketwatch/market-news/Expert-Commentary/rss Amazon reported strong results for the fourth quarter and full year 2025, driven by solid growth across its businesses and heavy investment in AI and infrastructure. Q4 net sales rose 14% to $213.4 billion, while net income increased to $21.2 billion, despite special charges. For the full year, sales grew 12% to $716.9 billion and net income climbed to $77.7 Fri, 06 Feb 2026 10:54:14 +0000 https://www.dukascopy.com/swiss/arabic/marketwatch/market-news/Expert-Commentary/rss Expert-Commentary https://www.dukascopy.com/swiss/arabic/marketwatch/market-news/Expert-Commentary/rss Alphabet Inc. delivered a historic performance for fiscal year 2025, surpassing $400 billion in annual revenue for the first time. The company's fourth-quarter revenue reached $113.8 billion, an 18% increase year-over-year, driven by significant acceleration in both Google Cloud and Google Services. Net income for the full year rose to $132.2 billion, resulting in a diluted EPS of $10.81, a Thu, 05 Feb 2026 13:55:29 +0000 https://www.dukascopy.com/swiss/arabic/marketwatch/market-news/Expert-Commentary/rss Expert-Commentary https://www.dukascopy.com/swiss/arabic/marketwatch/market-news/Expert-Commentary/rss AMD reported record financial results for both the fourth quarter and full year of 2025, driven by strong momentum in its high-performance computing and AI product lines. In the fourth quarter of 2025, AMD generated record revenue of $10.3 billion. GAAP net income was $1.5 billion, while non-GAAP net income reached a record $2.5 billion. For the full year, total revenue Wed, 04 Feb 2026 10:05:06 +0000 https://www.dukascopy.com/swiss/arabic/marketwatch/market-news/Expert-Commentary/rss Expert-Commentary https://www.dukascopy.com/swiss/arabic/marketwatch/market-news/Expert-Commentary/rss Tesla's fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 results show a company in the middle of a major strategic shift from being primarily an electric-vehicle manufacturer to what it calls a physical AI company. While financial performance weakened in 2025, with total revenue falling 3% to $94.8 billion and GAAP net income dropping 46% to $3.8 billion, Tesla used the year to lay Thu, 29 Jan 2026 09:37:05 +0000 https://www.dukascopy.com/swiss/arabic/marketwatch/market-news/Expert-Commentary/rss Expert-Commentary https://www.dukascopy.com/swiss/arabic/marketwatch/market-news/Expert-Commentary/rss GDX, the Gold Miners ETF, tracks major gold mining companies and benefits when gold prices rise. The cost to dig an ounce of gold has stayed low, while miners can sell it for roughly $5,000, creating huge profits. Unlike physical gold, mining companies reward investors with dividends and stock buybacks, with major players expected to pay strong dividends in 2026. With Wed, 28 Jan 2026 12:00:21 +0000 https://www.dukascopy.com/swiss/arabic/marketwatch/market-news/Expert-Commentary/rss Expert-Commentary https://www.dukascopy.com/swiss/arabic/marketwatch/market-news/Expert-Commentary/rss ASML reported a record year in 2025 with total net sales of €32.7 billion, a gross margin of 52.8%, and net income of €9.6 billion. In the fourth quarter, the company achieved €9.7 billion in net sales, a gross margin of 52.2%, and net income of €2.8 billion, supported by revenue from two High NA systems. Quarterly net bookings reached Wed, 28 Jan 2026 11:36:18 +0000 https://www.dukascopy.com/swiss/arabic/marketwatch/market-news/Expert-Commentary/rss Expert-Commentary https://www.dukascopy.com/swiss/arabic/marketwatch/market-news/Expert-Commentary/rss Boeing's 2025 results show strong operational recovery and strategic restructuring. Fourth-quarter revenue was $23.9 billion, with full-year revenue at $89.5 billion, the highest since 2018. GAAP earnings per share of $10.23 were boosted by a $9.6 billion gain from selling Digital Aviation Solutions. Fourth-quarter operating cash flow was $1.3 billion, with free cash flow of $375 million, though full-year free Wed, 28 Jan 2026 09:31:17 +0000 https://www.dukascopy.com/swiss/arabic/marketwatch/market-news/Expert-Commentary/rss Expert-Commentary https://www.dukascopy.com/swiss/arabic/marketwatch/market-news/Expert-Commentary/rss UnitedHealth Group had a mixed 2025: revenue jumped 12% to $447.6 billion, but profitability took a hit as the company absorbed major one-time charges tied to restructuring, a cyberattack, and portfolio exits. GAAP earnings fell to $13.23 per share, with fourth-quarter results nearly wiped out by these costs, while adjusted earnings were stronger at $16.35. Growth at UnitedHealthcare and Optum Tue, 27 Jan 2026 13:35:05 +0000 https://www.dukascopy.com/swiss/arabic/marketwatch/market-news/Expert-Commentary/rss Expert-Commentary https://www.dukascopy.com/swiss/arabic/marketwatch/market-news/Expert-Commentary/rss Ericsson reported strong commercial momentum and solid execution, delivering organic sales growth across all three business segments in the fourth quarter. Despite currency headwinds and a tough market environment, the company achieved its ninth consecutive quarter of year-over-year improvement in adjusted EBITA margins, showing consistent profitability progress. In the fourth quarter of 2025, organic sales grew by 6% year over year, Fri, 23 Jan 2026 11:44:58 +0000 https://www.dukascopy.com/swiss/arabic/marketwatch/market-news/Expert-Commentary/rss Expert-Commentary https://www.dukascopy.com/swiss/arabic/marketwatch/market-news/Expert-Commentary/rss TSMC delivered a strong finish to 2025, reporting fourth-quarter revenue of $33.7bn, up 20.5% year on year, while net income and earnings per share surged 35%, underscoring robust demand for advanced semiconductors. Profitability remained exceptional, with a gross margin of 62.3%, operating margin of 54.0% and net profit margin of 48.3%, reflecting both scale advantages and pricing power in leading Fri, 16 Jan 2026 08:40:37 +0000 https://www.dukascopy.com/swiss/arabic/marketwatch/market-news/Expert-Commentary/rss Expert-Commentary https://www.dukascopy.com/swiss/arabic/marketwatch/market-news/Expert-Commentary/rss Verizon faces several challenges going into early 2026. The U.S. wireless market is crowded, making it hard for the company to add new customers, and it has recently been losing higher-value postpaid subscribers. Growth areas like home internet are also slowing, while competitors such as T-Mobile and cable companies are taking customers with cheaper offers. At the same time, Verizon Thu, 15 Jan 2026 14:10:50 +0000 https://www.dukascopy.com/swiss/arabic/marketwatch/market-news/Expert-Commentary/rss Expert-Commentary https://www.dukascopy.com/swiss/arabic/marketwatch/market-news/Expert-Commentary/rss Netflix is in a major transition, moving from focusing purely on subscriber growth to prioritizing monetization through its ad-supported tier and a potential acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery. The stock currently trades around $91, down about 33% from its 52-week high of $134, with a P/E ratio of 37.3x, which is below its five-year average, suggesting it may be undervalued. Wed, 14 Jan 2026 09:45:04 +0000 https://www.dukascopy.com/swiss/arabic/marketwatch/market-news/Expert-Commentary/rss Expert-Commentary https://www.dukascopy.com/swiss/arabic/marketwatch/market-news/Expert-Commentary/rss Whitbread delivered a strong third-quarter performance in FY26, supported by positive trading momentum in both the UK and Germany. Total Group sales rose 2% to £781 million, driven by higher accommodation sales across Premier Inn UK and Premier Inn Germany, partially offset by lower UK food and beverage sales due to the company's strategy of converting lower-return restaurants into hotel Tue, 13 Jan 2026 14:47:07 +0000 https://www.dukascopy.com/swiss/arabic/marketwatch/market-news/Expert-Commentary/rss Expert-Commentary