David Scutt
David Scutt
Market Analyst
Expertise: Macroeconomics/fundamentals, strategy, market education
Trading Style: Swing
Experience:
• Former FX spot, forwards and money markets securities dealer/trader with more than 10 years’ experience working in bank treasury
• Managing interest rate and liquidity risk
• Regularly featured in publications such as Reuters, Wall Street Journal and Australian Financial Review
• Ex markets and economics editor for Business Insider, covering macroeconomic and major market events in Asia
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USD/CAD: Jobs Data Collision Could Cement Loonie’s Reversal
Key reversal in play for USD/CAD—Friday’s jobs reports could determine whether the Loonie’s comeback sticks.
USD/JPY selloff inflicts heavy technical damage ahead of key US jobs data
Yen bulls are pressing the advantage, but with a messy US payrolls report looming, traders need to stay nimble.
Treasury Breakout Reshapes Markets: Gold Roars, USD/CHF Stumbles
Bond bulls just kicked the door down. US Yields are sinking, gold is soaring, and USD/CHF is on the ropes. What happens next?
USD/JPY: Traders May Be Underestimating BoJ’s Next Move
Japan’s economy is showing resilience, with wages rising and the services sector gaining momentum. As the BoJ watches March wage talks closely, traders betting on a slow tightening cycle may be in for a surprise. With swap markets underpricing the risks, could a BoJ rate hike come sooner than expected?
NZD/USD: Surging Unemployment Keeps RBNZ on Aggressive Rate Cut Path
New Zealand’s labour market is weakening fast, with unemployment hitting a four-year high and wage pressures fading. Markets are betting the RBNZ will slash rates again, but will it be enough to shift the Kiwi’s fate, or is offshore sentiment still in control?
USD/CNH: China Fires Back with Tariffs as Markets Brace for Fallout
China wasted no time retaliating against fresh US tariffs, slapping duties on crude oil, LNG, and farm equipment while launching a probe into Google. USD/CNH is holding up for now, but will key resistance levels crack when the PBOC steps in post-Lunar New Year?
USD/CAD: Trade Whipsaw Signals Reversal as Tariff Threat Eases
Canada’s last-minute tariff deal sent USD/CAD on a wild ride, reversing a 22-year low for the Loonie. With a shooting star candle and momentum turning, is a near-term top in place—or just another pause before the next leg higher?
USD Surges as Trump’s Tariffs Bite—EUR, CNH Slide, CAD Slumps to New Lows
Trump's tariff escalation has sparked fresh volatility across major currency pairs, pushing the US dollar to new heights. EUR/USD, USD/CAD, and USD/CNH are now at key technical levels, with traders bracing for potential breakouts or bounces. Here's what you need to know.
USD/JPY Outlook: Risk Aversion Rises, Yen Gains as Trade War Erupts
USD/JPY traders beware—market drivers are shifting. While rate differentials remain key, an intensifying trade war could see risk aversion take control. Will the yen prove to be the ultimate safe haven?
USD/JPY: Strong Japanese Data Keeps Bears in Control
Japanese economic data keeps the BOJ on track for more rate hikes. With USD/JPY teetering near key support, the risk of a downside break is growing. Will the bulls dig in, or is another leg lower on the horizon?
Silver Forecast: Bulls Push Past Key Hurdle—More Upside Ahead?
Silver bulls have finally cracked stubborn resistance, but can they maintain momentum? With gold hitting record highs, is this the beginning of a broader breakout for the precious metals complex?