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FXTM Market Analysis Team

ForexTime are well known for being experts in the Forex industry and our market research team regularly publishes market commentaries to update traders on the latest market opportunities and help fulfill trading strategy potential. The market research commentaries written by the FXTM team are frequently picked up and referenced by the world's leading media publications and can also be seen as part of the company's continued commitment to furthering the education of traders globally. Follow Jameel Ahmad, our Chief Market Analyst on Twitter at Jameel_FXTM and check out all our research articles here.

Research Team

Jameel Ahmad

Jameel Ahmad
Global Head of Currency Strategy and Market Research at FXTM (203 Topics)

Jameel Ahmad is the Vice President of Corporate Development and Chief Market Analyst at FXTM. Since joining the company in May 2014, Jameel has played a key role in building the international profile of the company. He currently leads the implementation of FXTM’s internal and external communications strategy, as well as the development of the company’s market research team in his role as Chief Market Analyst.

All market analyses from FXTM are available in English, however some material is also available in Russian, Arabic, Indonesian, Thai, Chinese and Korean.

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Hussein Sayed

Hussein Sayed
Chief Market Strategist (Gulf & MENA)(421 Topics)

Hussein Al Sayed has nearly 14 years of experience in the Financial Markets. He is best known for his role as an anchor at CNBC Arabia hosting the popular evening show, Bursat Al Alam.

All market analyses from FXTM are available in English, however some material is also available in Russian, Arabic, Indonesian, Thai, Chinese and Korean.

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Yue Zhong

Yue Zhong
Market Analyst(0 Topics)

Yue Zhong is a market analyst at FXTM. Specialising in financial market research with a focus on China and the Asian markets, his areas of expertise include forex, precious metals, commodities and global stocks.

All market analyses from FXTM are available in English, however some material is also available in Russian, Arabic, Indonesian, Thai, Chinese and Korean.

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Lukman Otunuga

Lukman Otunuga
Research Analyst(1022 Topics)

Lukman Otunuga is a research analyst at FXTM. A keen follower of macroeconomic events, with a strong professional and academic background in finance, Lukman is well versed in the various factors affecting the currency markets.

All market analyses from FXTM are available in English, however some material is also available in Russian, Arabic, Indonesian, Thai, Chinese and Korean.

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Alex Gurr

Alex Gurr
Guest Analyst(437 Topics)

Alex Gurr has been studying the movements across the financial markets for a number of years and possesses over three years of work experience as an analyst in an international brokerage. Alex was raised in New Zealand and is also a former NZ CFA Research Champion for Massey University, where he also holds a BBS in economics and finance.

All market analyses from FXTM are available in English, however some material is also available in Russian, Arabic, Indonesian, Thai, Chinese and Korean.

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Han Tan

Han Tan
Market Analyst(68 Topics)

Tan Chung Han (Han Tan) joined FXTM in January 2019 as a Market Analyst. A highly experienced financial journalist and news presenter with an in-depth understanding of the Southeast Asia and Asia-Pacific regions, Han will be providing valuable insights into local and international market news, as well as macroeconomic trends. Han will also act as the face of the company for these regions by providing market commentary, thereby solidifying FXTM’s reputation as a leading authority on world currency trends.

All market analyses from FXTM are available in English, however some material is also available in Russian, Arabic, Indonesian, Thai, Chinese and Korean.

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Latest Market Research Articles

GBPUSD headed for 1.30 after UK, EU reach Brexit deal
Han Tan

17 October @ 13:16

By Han Tan, Market Analyst

GBPUSD headed for 1.30 after UK, EU reach Brexit deal
The Pound soared towards the 1.30 level against the US Dollar, after UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson and European Commission President, Jean-Claude Juncker both announced that a Brexit deal has been reached. Sterling’s surge reflects the relief among investors that both sides were able to get a... Read full post
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Sentiment mixed as US data disappoints; Brexit under the spotlight
Hussein Sayed

17 October @ 10:26

By Hussein Sayed, Chief Market Strategist (Gulf & MENA)

Sentiment mixed as US data disappoints; Brexit under the spotlight
Positive US earnings offset by weak economic data Fall in US retail sales increases bets for 25 basis points rate cut Pound falls after DUP  said  they won’t support current Brexit deal   Investors are positioning themselves for a choppy ending to the trading week.... Read full post
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Dollar index drops after US retail sales' surprise contraction
Han Tan

16 October @ 16:20

By Han Tan, Market Analyst

Dollar index drops after US retail sales' surprise contraction
The Dollar index (DXY) immediately fell by some 0.2 percent, dropping below the 98.0 psychological level once more, following the release of the September US retail sales data. The print showed a 0.3 percent month-on-month decline, versus the 0.3 percent gain that markets had expected. This was the... Read full post
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Asian stocks climb as US banks’ earnings boost equities
Han Tan

16 October @ 10:55

By Han Tan, Market Analyst

Asian stocks climb as US banks’ earnings boost equities
Most Asian stocks are following their US counterparts higher, after strong earnings reports out of US banks gave equities another reason to climb higher, after the risk-on momentum from the US-China trade truce faded. Gains in riskier assets are coming at the expense of safe havens, with Gold now... Read full post
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Pound steady as Brexit negotiators race to meet midnight deadline
Han Tan

15 October @ 16:45

By Han Tan, Market Analyst

Pound steady as Brexit negotiators race to meet midnight deadline
The Pound is gaining against the US Dollar, amid reports that Brexit negotiators are rushing to try and meet a midnight deadline to strike up a deal. GBPUSD climbed back above the psychological 1.26 level, as investors’ optimism surrounding the likelihood of a Brexit deal remains intact for now.... Read full post
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Asian stocks, currencies mixed; post-trade truce bounce on thin ice
Han Tan

15 October @ 09:28

By Han Tan, Market Analyst

Asian stocks, currencies mixed; post-trade truce bounce on thin ice
Asian stocks and currencies are mixed, as the post-trade truce bounce is losing steam. Investors are now weighing up their next steps after news of the “very substantial” phase one deal, as touted by US President Donald Trump. According to media reports, China doesn’t yet share the same optimism... Read full post
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