David Scutt

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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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Copper, Iron Ore Forecast: No Major Pump from China Data Dump

Copper and iron ore are on a tear, smashing through resistance levels heading into China’s latest data dump. With key levels in play and Trump’s trade policies looming, could the rally have more fuel in the tank?

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Gold, Silver Forecast: Bullish Momentum Runs Into Resistance

Inflation hedges shine despite a strong dollar and elevated yields, but with key resistance levels in play, the Trump tariff threat looms as a make-or-break moment.

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AUD/USD: Jobs Data Bolsters Range Test as RBA Rate Cut Bets Ease

AUD/USD edges higher as a strong jobs report questions the need for RBA rate cuts. Could this be the spark for a breakout, or will resistance keep the Aussie in check?

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January 15, 2025 08:59 PM
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EUR/USD, USD/CAD, USD/CHF Struggling for Direction as Rate Links Fray

A string of failed breakouts in USD/CAD, USD/CHF and EUR/USD despite soft US inflation and big declines in Treasury yields should have traders questioning whether dollar dominance is over.

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USD/CHF: Bull Run Faces Reversal Risk as Momentum Fades

With bullish momentum fading, traders are watching US inflation data and Scott Bessent's Senate debut for cues that could reshape the USD/CHF outlook.

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January 14, 2025 09:16 PM
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EUR/USD: Morning Star Spark or Just a False Dawn?

Has EUR/USD finally found its floor? A clear morning star pattern suggests near-term lows may be in, but with Scott Bessent’s confirmation hearing looming, could a bond market twist drive the euro’s next big move?

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January 14, 2025 05:50 PM
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Gold, Silver: Bullish Run Reversed as Key Risk Events loom

Gold and silver’s early 2025 rally hit a wall, with surging yields and a stronger dollar likely contributing to sharp reversals on Monday. As key support levels come into play, we look at potential trade setups.

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January 13, 2025 05:12 PM
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USD/CNH: Can PBoC tweak tame the rising dollar ahead of US inflation data?

China’s central bank is stepping in to slow the yuan’s slide, moving to boost overseas borrowing. While the adjustment offers short-term relief, USD/CNH bulls remain in control as the focus shifts to US inflation, China’s data dump, and Trump’s looming tariff threats. Can Beijing hold the line, or is a push to fresh highs inevitable?

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January 12, 2025 11:14 PM
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Iron Ore Bears Eye Simandou Shock in 2025

A tidal wave of high-grade supply from Guinea’s Simandou project threatens to crush iron ore prices in 2025. With Chinese port inventories near record highs and global steel output faltering, the $100 iron ore era looks increasingly shaky. Bears have waited years for fundamentals to reassert themselves; next year could finally be their moment.

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January 2, 2025 01:30 PM
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Gold in 2024: Records, Risk, and a Break from Old Relationships

Gold’s relentless 2024 rally has defied strong dollar headwinds and rising yields, smashing records and flipping traditional relationships on their head. Is it still a safe haven, or has the game changed for good?

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December 29, 2024 08:30 PM
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USD/JPY Technical 2025 Outlook Preview

USD/JPY enters 2025 at a crossroads. Rising US yields, hawkish Fed pivot, and expansionary fiscal policies could fuel more dollar strength, but BoJ moves and carry trade vulnerabilities may keep yen downside in check. The year ahead promises to be an eventful one.

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December 23, 2024 03:00 PM