The markets are closing in on systemically important event risk and traders’ compasses are starting to go haywire. Tentative breakout and trend efforts are falling apart ahead of the Fed decision Wednesday, and few markets are more put out technically than Nasdaq 100.

Gold prices gapped higher on this week’s open, fueling bullish momentum. However, after retesting $1,950, prices have eased. What next for XAU/USD?

A very busy week ahead with the latest ECB rate decision, Euro Area inflation, and growth data all hitting the screens in the next few days.

USD/JPY continues to fluctuate between gains and losses as the dollar index remains vulnerable. Will the Fed meeting inspire some renewed dollar strength?

The British Pound has enjoyed plenty of interest rate support despite the shakiness of its home economy. Can it hope for more this week?

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Crude oil has made some ground today after sliding lower to end last week as US recession fears swirl while Chinese markets return from holidays today. Where to for WTI?