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Date: 10th July 2026. Market Wrap: AI Stocks Rally While Oil, Yen and Inflation Stay in Focus. Global financial markets ended the week on a stronger footing as investors shifted their attention back to artificial intelligence (AI) opportunities, helping technology stocks recover despite ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. While concerns surrounding the US-Iran conflict continue to influence energy markets, traders are once again focusing on corporate earnings, AI investment, and central bank expectations. AI Stocks Lead the Recovery Technology shares staged a strong rebound after several sessions of volatility, as investors viewed the recent sell-off as a buying opportunity rather than the start of a broader correction. The renewed optimism followed announcements of significant AI-related investment. Micron Technology revealed plans to increase its US manufacturing investment to $250 billion, reinforcing expectations that demand for AI infrastructure and advanced memory chips will remain strong for years to come. At the same time, South Korea’s SK Hynix attracted significant investor attention ahead of its NASDAQ listing after raising $26.5 billion through an American Depositary Share offering. Together with Samsung Electronics, the company is expected to play a central role in South Korea's ambitious semiconductor expansion programme. These developments helped lift semiconductor stocks across Asia and supported gains in global technology indices, with investors increasingly positioning ahead of the upcoming earnings season. Asian Markets Finish Higher Asian equities broadly advanced on Friday, driven primarily by strength in semiconductor and AI-related companies. Japan's Nikkei 225 gained around 2%, while South Korea's KOSPI surged more than 4%, recovering from recent losses. Hong Kong’s Hang Seng Index also posted solid gains, putting it on track for one of its strongest weekly performances in over a year. The rally reflects improving confidence that AI-related spending remains one of the strongest long-term investment themes despite elevated valuations. Japanese Yen Strengthens on Pension Reform Expectations One of the week’s most notable developments came from Japan’s currency and bond markets. The Japanese yen strengthened after Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama indicated that the government intends to encourage the country’s large pension funds, including the Government Pension Investment Fund (GPIF), to increase allocations towards domestic financial assets. Such a structural shift could generate long-term demand for Japanese government bonds, equities, and the yen itself. Following the announcement: The yen appreciated against the US dollar. Japanese government bond yields eased from multi-decade highs. Investors viewed the comments as more supportive for the currency than previous intervention efforts. Meanwhile, South Korea’s won experienced increased volatility after officials suggested the currency remains weaker than economic fundamentals justify and confirmed authorities retain the ability to stabilise exchange rates if necessary. Oil Holds Firm as Middle East Risks Persist Crude oil prices remained elevated, with Brent crude trading near $76.50 per barrel and WTI above $72, leaving both benchmarks on track for strong weekly gains. Although markets have become somewhat less concerned about an immediate escalation of the US-Iran conflict, geopolitical risk premiums remain firmly embedded in oil prices. The biggest concern continues to be shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, which normally carries roughly 20% of global oil and LNG supplies. Tanker traffic has slowed significantly following renewed military activity in the region, increasing fears of potential supply disruptions. However, investors also drew reassurance from ongoing diplomatic discussions between Washington and Tehran, as well as comments suggesting that neither side currently appears willing to target major energy infrastructure directly. For now, markets are balancing elevated geopolitical risks against hopes that diplomatic efforts will prevent a wider regional conflict. Bond Markets Reflect Lower Risk Appetite US Treasury prices continued to rise, pushing the benchmark 10-year yield slightly lower to around 4.53%. The move reflects a modest shift towards safer assets as investors continue monitoring developments in the Middle East while also preparing for the start of the US earnings season. A weaker US dollar also supported broader market sentiment, extending its second consecutive weekly decline against major currencies. European Inflation Continues to Ease Fresh inflation data from Germany and France offered encouraging news for the European Central Bank. Germany’s annual inflation rate was confirmed at 2.3% in June, down from 2.6% in May. Although energy prices remain one of the largest contributors to inflation, their pace of increase continues to moderate. France delivered an even softer report, with annual inflation falling to 1.8%, while core inflation slowed to 1.0%. Lower energy costs, easing food prices, and weaker services inflation all contributed to the decline. The latest figures reinforce expectations that the ECB is likely to keep interest rates unchanged during the summer while monitoring whether inflation continues moving sustainably towards its target. Corporate Developments Worth Watching Several major technology companies also made headlines: Meta introduced a paid version of its most advanced AI model for developers, creating a new revenue stream from artificial intelligence services. OpenAI announced leadership changes after executive Fidji Simo stepped back from her operational role following medical leave. Oracle was downgraded by S&P Global Ratings to the lowest investment-grade rating as heavy AI-related spending increases financial pressure. Starbucks revealed it is developing more internal AI tools that could eventually replace some third-party enterprise software. These announcements underline how AI continues to reshape corporate investment strategies well beyond the technology sector. What Traders Should Watch Next Looking ahead, several themes are likely to dominate financial markets: US corporate earnings, particularly from major technology companies, will determine whether AI-driven valuations remain justified. Any developments surrounding US-Iran negotiations could quickly influence oil prices, inflation expectations, and risk sentiment. Continued movements in the Japanese yen may provide clues about future capital flows following Japan’s pension reform discussions. Investors will also closely monitor upcoming economic data for further signals on the timing of future interest rate decisions from both the Federal Reserve and the European Central Bank. While geopolitical uncertainty remains elevated, market leadership has once again shifted towards technology and AI-related investments. As earnings season begins, traders should prepare for increased volatility as markets weigh strong corporate fundamentals against ongoing macroeconomic and geopolitical risks. Always trade with strict risk management. Your capital is the single most important aspect of your trading business. Please note that times displayed based on local time zone and are from time of writing this report. 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US Tech forecast: the index continues to trade sideways The US Tech index is trading sideways without a clear trend. The US Tech forecast for next week is positive. US Tech forecast: key takeaways Recent data: US services PMI came in at 51.2 in June 2026 Market impact: the current data has a negative impact on the technology sector Fundamental analysis US services PMI data appears moderately negative for the market, but it does not represent a strong stress signal. The actual PMI reading was 51.2, compared to the forecast of 51.3 and the previous reading of 51.3. For the US Tech, the impact could be mixed. On the one hand, weaker PMI indicates slower activity across the largest part of the US economy. RoboForex Market Analysis & Forex Forecasts Attention! Forecasts presented in this section only reflect the author’s private opinion and should not be considered as guidance for trading. RoboForex bears no responsibility for trading results based on trading recommendations described in these analytical reviews. Sincerely, The RoboForex Team

The Fed vs the BoJ: who will win the battle for the USDJPY rate The yen is once again attempting to recover after losing ground against the USD, with the USDJPY rate currently at 161.70. Technical outlook On the H4 chart, the USDJPY pair has formed a Shooting Star reversal pattern near the upper Bollinger Band and is trading around 161.65. Since the price remains within an ascending channel, it may continue its corrective wave following the pattern signal, with the downside target at 161.30. The yen continues its struggle against the USD and is once again attempting to strengthen without waiting for intervention from the Japanese government. Read more - USDJPY Forecast Attention! Forecasts presented in this section only reflect the author’s private opinion and should not be considered as guidance for trading. RoboForex bears no responsibility for trading results based on trading recommendations described in these analytical reviews. Sincerely, The RoboForex Team

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Date: 9th July 2026. Markets Weekly: Oil, Fed Outlook and Middle East Tensions Keep Traders on Edge. Global financial markets continue to navigate a challenging environment where geopolitics, inflation, and central bank policy remain the dominant themes. Renewed military activity in the Middle East, fluctuating oil prices, and shifting expectations for US interest rates have created increased volatility across currencies, commodities, bonds, and equities. Although investors remain cautious, market reactions suggest participants still believe the current geopolitical tensions can be contained. However, with inflation risks returning to the spotlight, traders are closely monitoring every headline for signs of a broader shift in market sentiment. Middle East Conflict Remains the Key Market Catalyst The latest developments between the United States and Iran continue to dominate financial markets. After renewed military exchanges earlier this week, including US strikes on Iranian military targets and retaliatory attacks by Iran, President Donald Trump initially declared that the ceasefire agreement was ‘over.’ However, sentiment shifted once again after Trump later stated that Iran was seeking to resume negotiations. This back-and-forth rhetoric has become a familiar pattern throughout the conflict. While the White House appears eager to reduce tensions, investors remain sceptical that a lasting diplomatic solution is close. Negotiations surrounding Iran’s nuclear programme have made little meaningful progress despite previous commitments, suggesting further periods of uncertainty remain likely over the coming weeks. Strait of Hormuz Still in Focus Although military activity has increased, financial markets have largely avoided panic. The Strait of Hormuz remains one of the world’s most strategically important shipping routes, transporting approximately one-fifth of global oil supplies. Following recent attacks on commercial vessels, shipping activity slowed considerably before gradually resuming along alternative routes. While Brent crude briefly climbed above $80 per barrel earlier this week, prices have since eased back below $78 as investors continue to believe that a full-scale disruption to global energy supplies remains unlikely. For now, markets appear to view the latest escalation as another phase in the ongoing negotiations rather than the beginning of a prolonged energy crisis. Oil Prices Keep Inflation Concerns Alive Energy markets remain at the centre of investor attention. Although oil prices have retreated slightly, the recent rally has reignited concerns that inflation could remain elevated for longer than previously expected. Higher energy prices feed directly into transportation and production costs, potentially slowing the recent decline in global inflation. As a result, traders have begun reassessing expectations for central bank policy, particularly in the United States. Federal Reserve Adopts a More Cautious Tone The release of the Federal Reserve’s latest meeting minutes provided another reminder that policymakers remain divided over the future path of interest rates. During the June policy meeting, several members argued that another interest rate increase could still become necessary if inflation remains persistent. Others maintained that rates may gradually move lower later this year. Following the minutes, markets increased expectations that the Federal Reserve could deliver another rate hike before year-end. According to futures markets, the probability of another increase has risen significantly over the past week as higher oil prices threaten to keep inflation above target. For traders, the message remains clear: inflation continues to drive monetary policy. Currency Markets: Dollar Volatility Continues The US Dollar experienced another volatile week as geopolitical headlines and interest rate expectations continued to influence investor positioning. Safe-haven demand initially supported the Dollar following renewed military action in the Middle East. However, the currency later weakened after President Trump suggested that diplomatic discussions with Iran could resume. Markets interpreted the comments as another attempt to de-escalate tensions, although investors remain unconvinced that a lasting agreement is imminent. Major currency pairs reflected the changing sentiment: EURUSD climbed back towards 1.1440, approaching recent highs. GBPUSD rose above 1.3420, reaching its strongest level in nearly three weeks after breaking above key technical resistance. AUDUSD recovered alongside improving risk appetite. USDJPY edged lower as Treasury yields eased. The US Dollar continues to trade between competing forces: safe-haven demand during periods of geopolitical uncertainty and weakness resulting from softer Treasury yields and shifting expectations for Federal Reserve policy. Swiss Franc Attracts Defensive Buying The Swiss Franc remained one of the strongest performers among major currencies this week. USDCHF continued to move lower as investors sought traditional safe-haven assets amid rising geopolitical uncertainty. At the same time, the Swiss National Bank reiterated its willingness to intervene in currency markets if excessive strength in the franc threatens domestic price stability. Growing demand for both the Swiss Franc and gold reflects investors’ continued search for defensive assets while geopolitical risks remain elevated. Equity Markets Show Signs of Stability Despite heightened geopolitical tensions, global equity markets have remained remarkably resilient. European stock futures point towards a stronger opening, while US index futures also recovered after earlier losses. Asian markets delivered mixed performance, with gains in mainland China and Japan offsetting weakness in Hong Kong. The resilience of equity markets suggests investors continue to expect the current conflict to remain contained rather than escalate into a broader regional crisis. Gold Continues to Benefit from Uncertainty Gold maintained its upward momentum as investors balanced geopolitical risks against rising interest rate expectations. Normally, higher Treasury yields reduce the appeal of non-yielding assets such as gold. However, persistent geopolitical uncertainty has continued to support demand for precious metals. Silver also advanced alongside gold, reflecting broader defensive positioning across commodity markets. Corporate Developments Artificial intelligence remains one of the strongest long-term investment themes despite current macroeconomic uncertainty. Among the week’s major corporate developments: SK Hynix’s upcoming US listing has reportedly attracted exceptionally strong investor demand. Reports suggest China may ease restrictions on purchases of Nvidia’s advanced AI chips, potentially supporting semiconductor stocks. Meta Platforms announced plans to invest approximately $10 billion in its first Canadian data centre as the company continues expanding its AI infrastructure. Economic Calendar European Session The European Central Bank will release its latest meeting accounts. While the report provides useful insight into policymakers’ discussions, it rarely generates significant market volatility because the information is already considered outdated. US Session Attention turns to the latest US labour market data. Economists expect: Initial Jobless Claims: 217,000 Continuing Claims: 1.814 million Unless the figures differ significantly from expectations, the release is unlikely to become a major market catalyst. Investors will also monitor speeches from several central bank officials, including representatives from the Federal Reserve, the Swiss National Bank, and the Bank of England. What Traders Should Watch Next Financial markets remain highly sensitive to both economic data and geopolitical headlines. The key themes likely to drive markets over the coming days include: Further developments between the United States and Iran. Security of shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. Oil prices and their impact on global inflation. Federal Reserve interest rate expectations. US Dollar performance across the major currency pairs. Next week’s US inflation data, which could significantly influence expectations for future Fed policy. For now, investors continue to favour the view that geopolitical tensions will remain contained. However, any disruption to global energy supplies or another sharp rise in oil prices could quickly reverse sentiment across global financial markets. As inflation remains the defining issue for central banks, traders should expect elevated volatility to continue throughout the coming weeks. Always trade with strict risk management. Your capital is the single most important aspect of your trading business. Please note that times displayed based on local time zone and are from time of writing this report. Click HERE to access the full HFM Economic calendar. Want to learn to trade and analyse the markets? Join our webinars and get analysis and trading ideas combined with better understanding of how markets work. Click HERE to register for FREE! Click HERE to READ more Market news. Andria Pichidi HFMarkets Disclaimer: This material is provided as a general marketing communication for information purposes only and does not constitute an independent investment research. 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Solana shows strong fundamentals, but bears remain in control SOLUSD remains under selling pressure despite a strong fundamental backdrop and growing institutional investor interest in the Solana ecosystem. The price currently stands at 78.03. SOLUSD forecast: key takeaways The volume of tokenised real-world assets in the Solana network increased by 540 million USD over the week, reaching a new all-time high The introduction of European regulation accelerated the redistribution of capital from high-risk altcoins into more stable blockchain platforms SOLUSD forecast for 9 July 2026: 64.80 Fundamental analysis The SOLUSD price is correcting upwards after declining for two consecutive trading sessions. Near the 75.85 USD mark, sellers encountered strong support, allowing buyers to seize the initiative temporarily. The fundamental backdrop remains favourable for Solana. The volume of tokenised real-world assets in the network increased by 540 million USD over the last week. RoboForex Market Analysis & Forex Forecasts Attention! Forecasts presented in this section only reflect the author’s private opinion and should not be considered as guidance for trading. RoboForex bears no responsibility for trading results based on trading recommendations described in these analytical reviews. Sincerely, The RoboForex Team

Brent soars as risks boost demand Brent climbed to 79 USD, with all eyes on the Strait of Hormuz and the new escalation of the conflict. Technical outlook On the H4 chart, Brent crude maintains strong upward momentum after confidently breaking out of the 70.50–74.90 range. Quotes quickly broke through several resistance levels and rose to the 78.50–79.00 area, where growth temporarily slowed. Brent prices are rising due to a new round of conflict in the Middle East. Read more - Brent Forecast Attention! Forecasts presented in this section only reflect the author’s private opinion and should not be considered as guidance for trading. RoboForex bears no responsibility for trading results based on trading recommendations described in these analytical reviews. Sincerely, The RoboForex Team

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US 30 index forecast: the index continues to reach new all-time highs The US 30 index has confidently surpassed its all-time high, with a correction highly likely. The US 30 forecast for today is positive. US 30 forecast: key takeaways Recent data: US Nonfarm Payrolls came in at 57 thousand in June 2026 Market impact: the data has a positive impact on the stock market Fundamental analysis US Nonfarm Payrolls data appears weak for the market, with actual job growth at 57 thousand, below the forecast of 114 thousand and the previous reading of 129 thousand. This indicates a notable cooling in the labour market and may fuel concerns that the US economy is losing growth momentum. This may support stocks, as lower rates increase the appeal of the stock market and reduce borrowing costs for businesses. RoboForex Market Analysis & Forex Forecasts Attention! Forecasts presented in this section only reflect the author’s private opinion and should not be considered as guidance for trading. RoboForex bears no responsibility for trading results based on trading recommendations described in these analytical reviews. Sincerely, The RoboForex Team

XRP on the verge of collapse, CASP licence not enough to save it The XRPUSD price continues to decline today despite positive news regarding the CASP licence. The current quote is 1.0847 USD. Technical outlook On the H4 chart, XRPUSD formed a Shooting Star reversal pattern near the upper Bollinger Band. At this stage, quotes may continue their corrective wave following the signal, with the downside target at the 1.0450 support level. After testing the 1.1817 level, the XRP price continues to fall despite positive news regarding licensing in the EU. Read more - XRPUSD Forecast Attention! Forecasts presented in this section only reflect the author’s private opinion and should not be considered as guidance for trading. RoboForex bears no responsibility for trading results based on trading recommendations described in these analytical reviews. Sincerely, The RoboForex Team

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