Giles Coghlan

Giles Coghlan

As a professional market analyst and commentator, Giles' goal is simple: to explain the current reason markets are moving the way they are so you that can make better trading decisions right now. His cutting-edge analysis has been featured in Reuters, Business Insider, WSJ, Financial Times Adviser, NBC, LBC Radio, CoinTelegraph, Guardian Observer, National Express, and numerous other prestigious financial outlets.
usd/jpy seasonal weakness returns

Will Yen Bulls Charge This Summer? Watch USD/JPY as Seasonal Headwinds Build

USD/JPY has delivered negative summer returns in 18 of the past 25 years, averaging a –6.32% drop. This recurring seasonal weakness aligns with rising macroeconomic pressures, including Japanese investor repatriation and changing central bank dynamics. Technical indicators also point to potential downside, making this summer a critical period for traders watching the yen’s next move.

Can silver overcome its June drop

Silver: Seasonal Weakness Ahead – But Will Bulls Buy the Dip?

Silver has recently enjoyed a strong rally, driven by safe-haven demand and momentum across the precious metals space. However, early June has historically marked a period of weakness for silver prices, with a notable negative seasonal pattern. Silver has shown an average move of -1.66% and just a 33% win rate over the past 15 years, in this period. Still, technical and macro factors suggest the dip could be temporary.

seasonal downturn in gold: what junes track record shows

Gold Bugs: Take Note That June Is Historically the Weakest Month

Gold has been a strong performer this year, driven by geopolitical risks and central bank demand, yet history shows June tends to be the weakest month for gold prices. According to a 25-year Seasonax study, gold averages a loss of 0.8% from June 1 to July 1, with only a 40% chance of gains during this period. This downturn is often linked to reduced physical demand and a lull in global jewelry consumption.

will the "sell usd" trend continue as euro strengthens seasonality

Will the “Sell USD” Narrative Keep Growing?

The seasonal pattern for EUR/USD from May 29 to June 6 favors euro strength, with a 78.57% win rate and +1.14% average return. This year, the “Sell USD” narrative may gain traction as Moody’s downgrade and China’s reduced Treasury exposure highlight US fiscal concerns. The pair nears key resistance levels that could trigger another leg higher. However, risks remain if the Fed turns hawkish or economic data surprises. The seasonal setup offers timely insight into current macro trends.