US bear market risks ratchet higher. EUR train has left the station.
Mar 7, 2025
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In this discussion, Ole Hansen, Saxo's Head of Commodity Strategy, shares insights on the escalating bear market risks in the U.S. and the surge of the Euro. He delves into the current dynamics of the oil and commodities markets, highlighting the complexities caused by tariffs and innovation in mining technology. The conversation also touches on geopolitical tensions affecting market fluctuations and the implications of U.S. foreign policy on global economics, focusing on relationships with Russia and China.
The US stock market faces increasing bear market risks as the NASDAQ 100 breaks below its critical technical indicator, the 200-day moving average.
Germany's fiscal stimulus may stimulate growth, yet its impact could be delayed due to the ECB's cautious monetary policies and rising living costs.
Deep dives
Market Dynamics and Technical Indicators
The current market is facing a significant downturn, as evidenced by the NASDAQ 100 breaking below the critical 200-day moving average. This technical level has historically served as a reliable indicator, and the recent sell-off has entered a particularly dramatic phase. Notably, the market has experienced a seesawing action before falling sharply, reminiscent of past volatility, but it has only been 11 days into this current sell-off. There is uncertainty about how the market will evolve from this point, especially considering that no technical indicators guarantee accuracy in predicting market movements.
Impact of Fiscal Policies and Monetary Tightening
Germany's recent fiscal measures have raised fascinating discussions regarding their long-term economic implications. The German government is implementing significant fiscal stimulus, which may eventually boost growth but is not an instant solution and requires careful planning. In contrast, the European Central Bank (ECB) has adopted a more cautious stance, cutting its guidance while signaling potential rate cuts, which creates a complex environment with tightening long yields. Consequently, this monetary tightening could delay the anticipated positive effects of fiscal stimulus and may heighten living costs, presenting additional risks to the European economy.
Commodities and Economic Interplay
The commodities market reveals interesting trends, especially with the drop in natural gas prices across Europe, largely attributed to weather conditions and potential geopolitical resolutions. While U.S. gas remains notably inexpensive compared to European standards, projections indicate that prices could eventually rise as demand for energy increases. Additionally, recent developments around copper highlight potential arbitrage opportunities due to impending tariffs, causing fluctuations in prices and inventory levels. As the global economic landscape evolves, the interplay between commodity demand and fiscal policies underscores a critical area to monitor, particularly concerning energy and manufacturing sectors.
Today we look at the US stock market correction crossing its first key technical Rubicon as bear market risks ratchet higher. We also discuss the spiking Euro, Japan's likely desire to get USDJPY a lot lower, key commodities markets like oil, natural gas and copper and much more. Today's pod features Saxo Head of Commodity Strategy Ole Hansen and Saxo Global Head of Macro Strategy John J. Hardy.