Market analysis

Stocks and indices each play a central role in financial markets, but they offer different ways to access and interpret market performance. This article explains how both operate, the factors that influence their movements, and what traders may take into account when comparing individual shares with broader market indices.

The Indonesian stock market remains a standout performer in Asia, with the Jakarta Composite Index (JCI) reaching new highs above 8,300 in November 2025. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results.

This article examines the likelihood of a Volkswagen short squeeze today, analysing recent data and revisiting the factors that enabled earlier squeezes.

Vietnam’s stock market has evolved into one of Asia’s most closely watched emerging markets.

Stocks and indices each play a central role in financial markets, but they offer different ways to access and interpret market performance. This article explains how both operate, the factors that influence their movements, and what traders may take into account when comparing individual shares with broader market indices.

Explore how the FTSE 100 and UK property markets compare over time, including performance trends, risks and diversification insights.

Global stocks trade higher as optimism around the possible end of the US government shutdown improves sentiment, alongside greater odds of rate cuts from the Federal Reserve

Market sentiment improves, lifting equities and weighing on the dollar, as a deal aimed at ending the US government shutdown has passed the Senate

Market sentiment improves, lifting equities and weighing on the dollar, as a deal aimed at ending the US government shutdown has passed the Senate

Gold sees renewed safe haven interest as investors become more risk-averse, but several hurdles remain ahead

Gold mining stocks provide a way to gain exposure to the precious metals market. For CFD traders, identifying which companies offer strong potential can have a notable impact on performance.

Markets digest the impact of last week's volatility after a hawkish cut from the FOMC and tech earnings that didn't quite meet the mark

Market sentiment improves, lifting equities and weighing on the dollar, as a deal aimed at ending the US government shutdown has passed the Senate

Markets digest the impact of last week's volatility after a hawkish cut from the FOMC and tech earnings that didn't quite meet the mark

The European Central Bank is expected to leave rates unchanged at their meeting this week as the balance of risks remains in favour of moderate growth and inflation

A look into how gold, the Nasdaq 100 and GBPUSD are trading during a busy week of ok key earnings reports and central bank meetings.

Explore the timeline of Bitcoin’s price movements – from its inception to today.

EstateX (ESX) is a blockchain platform that tokenises property to make real estate investment more accessible. This guide explains how it works, its key features and roadmap, and highlights the potential opportunities and risks of tokenised property.

Can the leading cryptocurrency rival a traditional safe haven asset? Compare gold vs. bitcoin and explore whether it could be time to diversify your portfolio with bitcoin and gold.

An arrest warrant remains in effect for Terra co-founder Do Kwon, whose ongoing legal situation continues to cast uncertainty over Terra projects.