Fiona Cincotta

Fiona Cincotta

Fiona Cincotta

Senior Market Analyst

Expertise: Macroeconomics, Fundamental & Technical Analysis, Media

Trading Style: Trend/Swing


Experience:

• Over 15 years’ experience trading and analysing UK, European & US markets

• Covers forex, equity, commodity, and crypto assets

• Webinars seminars and regular appearances on BBC, Reuters and Bloomberg TV as well as a weekly slot on BBC’s World Business report (World Services).

• Regularly quoted in Bloomberg, Reuters and MarketWatch among other outlets

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Dow Jones Forecast: DJIA falls after more weak jobs data

U.S. stocks are full length after US jobless claims unexpectedly rose last week to the highest level since October, adding signs that the job market is cooling. US jobless claims rose 8k to 247k, ahead of the fall to 235k forecast and the highest level since October.

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June 6, 2025 12:00 AM
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EUR/USD, USD/JPY Forecast: Two trades to watch

EUR/USD holds above 1.14 ahead of the ECB rate decision. USD/JPY hovers around 143 after yesterday’s losses as concerns over the impact of Trump's trade tariffs grow.

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June 5, 2025 05:28 PM
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Dow Jones Forecast: DJIA unchanged despite weaker jobs data

U.S. stocks are rising cautiously higher despite signs of weakness in the US labour market, raising concerns about the Trump administration's erratic trade policies on the economy. ADP payrolls were just 37k, the lowest level in two years and well below the 120k forecast. ISM services PMI data is due shortly.

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June 5, 2025 12:07 AM
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S&P 500 Forecast: SPX lacks direction ahead of US data

U.S. stocks are muted as investors continue to consider the global impact of President Trump's trade policies. The OECD lowered its global growth forecast for a second time this year, warning of a deteriorating outlook due to rising trade barriers and waning business confidence.

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June 3, 2025 11:56 PM
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EUR/USD, FTSE 100 Forecast: Two trades to watch

EUR/USD holds above 1.14 ahead of EZ inflation data. FTSE 100 struggles as miners drop after weak Chinese data.

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June 3, 2025 06:23 PM
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S&P 500 Forecast: SPX falls on renewed US-China trade war fears

U.S. stocks are pointing to a lower open as renewed tensions between China and the US raise the likelihood of a costly trade war. Federal Reserve officials, including Chair Powell, are due to speak. ISM manufacturing PMI data is due later and is expected to contract again in May.

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June 2, 2025 10:32 PM
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USD/JPY, Oil Forecast: Two trades to watch

USD/JPY falls as trade worries rise on Trump’s erratic policies. Oil rises amid escalating Russia-Ukraine tensions.

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June 2, 2025 07:51 PM
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Weekly Equities Forecast: Broadcom, Lululemon, British American Tobacco

Earnings this week include those from Broadcom, Lululemon and and a trading update from British American Tobacco

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Dow Jones Forecast: DJIA falls as US consumers slow spending, tariff concerns

U.S. stocks are set to open lower after data show that US inflation cooled in April and as trade tariff worries hit confidence. Core PCE, the Federal Reserve's preferred gauge for inflation, eased to 2.5% YoY in April, down from 2.7% in March, which is in line with forecasts and the lowest level in four years

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May 30, 2025 11:37 PM
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S&P 500 Forecast: SPX rises as Trump's tariffs are blocked, Nvidia beats

U.S. stocks are set to open higher, although futures trade down from session highs after the U.S. trade court blocks Trump's trade tariffs—Nvidia’s earnings impress. NVDA posted revenue growth of almost 70% to $46.1 billion despite a hit to China's sales. US GDP and jobless claims cause concern.

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May 30, 2025 12:00 AM
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USD/JPY, DAX Forecast: Two trades to watch

USD/JPY rises as a court rules against Trump’s trade tariffs. The DAX rises to a record high on the trade tariff block and Nvidia optimism.

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May 29, 2025 05:24 PM