Chris Weston
Head of Research
Chris Weston is our Head of Research and holds over 24 years of experience in the industry. A highly-respected financial services expert, Chris has supported both retail and institutional clients at IG, Merrill Lynch, Credit Suisse and Morgan Stanley, covering research as well as sales and trading roles. His extensive exposure to the FX, equities and fixed income markets puts him in a unique position to provide inspiring insights, research, ideas and risk-management strategies that support every step of your trading journey. Based in Australia, Chris is a well-known global media figure, regularly appearing on Bloomberg, Bloomberg Arabia, Channel News Asia and Sky News Business.Follow Chris if you’re after informed analysis on currencies, political risks, macro events and cutting-edge trade ideas.
Most recent articles
Oil Market Volatility Crisis: Have We Passed the Peak of the Energy Shock?
Oil markets experienced one of the most dramatic volatility shocks in years as Brent surged to $119 and options volatility exploded. We assess whether markets are stabilising and what traders should watch next.
Crude Oil Volatility Highest Since 2022 as Middle East Tensions Drive Oil Market Uncertainty
Energy markets are experiencing extreme volatility as Middle East tensions disrupt supply routes and infrastructure. Brent crude implied volatility is at its highest since 2022, with analysts modeling scenarios ranging from $60 to $120 depending on supply disruptions.
Bitcoin Breakout: Technical Signals and ETF Flows Put BTC Back on Traders’ Radar
Bitcoin rallies nearly 8% as price breaks a multi-week range with strong futures volume and rising ETF inflows. Here’s what the technicals, liquidation data and institutional flows suggest for BTC’s next move.
US Dollar Breakout: Safe Haven Flows, Rising Yields and America’s Energy Edge Drive USD Buying
The US dollar outperforms G10 currencies as oil prices rise and geopolitical tensions escalate. Discover how safe haven flows, higher Treasury yields and America’s energy dominance are driving USD strength.
A Traders' Playbook: Brent Crude, S&P 500, Gold and Key Event Risks in the Week Ahead
Markets open the week in a measured risk off tone, with volatility concentrated in oil. Analysis of Brent crude, S&P 500, gold, FX flows and key macro events including US payrolls and RBA expectations.
Nvidia Earnings Beat Expectations but Shares Slide as AI Concerns Linger & Investors Want More
Nvidia delivered a major earnings beat and strong guidance, yet shares sold off sharply. We examine competition risks, AI CapEx concerns, and why GTC could be the next key catalyst.
ASX 200 Breaks to New All-Time High of 9,197 as Earnings and Tech Support the Rally
The ASX 200 hits a record 9,197, up 5.3% year to date. Strong earnings, solid performance from materials and banks, and resilient valuations keep 9,200 in focus.
Australia Inflation Update: January CPI at 3.8% Consistent with RBA Hiking Rates in May
Australia’s January CPI rises 3.8% year-on-year, keeping pressure on the RBA to lift rates in May as markets fully price a 25bp hike.
Bitcoin Price Analysis: Consolidation, ETF Outflows & Liquidation Risk – Which Way Will BTC Break?
Bitcoin trades between $65,270 and $71,500 as volatility drops to 20%. ETF outflows, extreme fear, and liquidation risks suggest a major breakout is approaching.
Global Markets Weekly Outlook: Tariff Fallout, Crude Oil and Nvidia Earnings
Markets face a pivotal week with Trump tariff policy shifts, rising Iran tensions, Fed speakers, Australia CPI data and Nvidia earnings driving volatility across equities, crude oil, gold and the US dollar.
US–Iran Tensions Trigger Oil Spike as Brent Crude Tests Breakout Levels
Rising US–Iran war risks send Brent and WTI crude sharply higher. Explore Hormuz disruption risks, inflation implications, gold upside, and global market impact.
Gold Consolidates Below 5,100 as Inflation Expectations & Fiscal Risks Ease
Gold has retreated from repeated failures at 5,100, as falling inflation expectations, improving fiscal optics, and rising real yields weigh on the debasement trade. Is gold setting up for range trading or deeper downside?
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