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Kimberly-Clark Enters the Healthcare BusinessKimberly-Clark Enters the Healthcare Business with the Acquisition of Kenvue By Ion Jauregui – Analyst at ActivTrades Kimberly-Clark (NYSE: KMB), traditionally associated with consumer products such as Kleenex and Huggies, has made its most ambitious move in decades with the acquisition of Kenvue (NYSE: KVUE) for more than $40 billion. With this deal, the company fully enters the pharmaceutical and healthcare sector, betting on the stability of demand in an increasingly uncertain economic environment. Kenvue, spun off from Johnson & Johnson, brings a portfolio of iconic brands such as Band-Aid, Listerine, Neutrogena, and Tylenol — all with a strong global presence and above-average margins within the consumer staples segment. For Kimberly-Clark, the transaction not only diversifies its portfolio but also strengthens its presence in the over-the-counter (OTC) product segment, an area growing in line with population aging and increasing healthcare spending in the United States and Asia. However, the move carries built-in risks: Kenvue faces lawsuits over an alleged link between Tylenol use and prenatal complications — a factor that could result in additional provisions and short-term pressure on cash flow. Even so, industry analysts view the acquisition as a long-term defensive play that will allow KMB to balance revenues against the volatility of traditional consumer goods. Fundamental Analysis Kimberly-Clark currently trades around $123 per share (as of November 4, 2025), with a market capitalization of approximately $41 billion. Its P/E ratio stands at around 22x earnings, slightly above the consumer staples sector average, but with projected revenue growth of 6% for 2026, driven by the integration of Kenvue and expansion into the health and wellness division. The dividend yield remains solid at around 3.8%, reflecting the company’s longstanding commitment to shareholder returns. In the short term, net debt will rise due to the acquisition financing, but the expected operating cash flow (over $4 billion annually) should allow for gradual deleveraging starting in 2026. Market consensus remains neutral to slightly bullish, with an average price target of $135, based on projected synergies with Kenvue and margin improvement within the healthcare product line. Technical Analysis From a technical perspective, KMB traded in a sideways structure from mid-2024 to mid-March this year. Since late March, however, the trend has turned clearly bearish. Monday’s gap-down opening added further pressure, bringing the stock back to September 2023 price levels. Yesterday’s close consolidated around $100. Moving average crossovers indicate a strong downward trend. The RSI is deeply bearish, in oversold territory at 20%, and the MACD shows a bearish trend with a negative histogram. The acquisition of Kenvue appears to have weighed heavily on the stock price. The ActivTrades US Market Pulse indicator points to a neutral zone with a risk-off bias, suggesting that part of the recent sell-off may be due to institutional position liquidations. What’s clear is that the stock now appears to be trading at a potential discount given its fundamental outlook. Kimberly-Clark is making it clear that its ambitions go well beyond tissues and diapers: it aims to compete at the core of the everyday pharmaceutical business — where recurrence and margins reign. If it successfully integrates Kenvue and manages its legal exposure, 2026 could mark the beginning of a new era of sustained growth for the veteran American company. ******************************************************************************************* The information provided does not constitute investment research. The material has not been prepared in accordance with the legal requirements designed to promote the independence of investment research and such should be considered a marketing communication. All information has been prepared by ActivTrades ("AT"). The information does not contain a record of AT's prices, or an offer of or solicitation for a transaction in any financial instrument. No representation or warranty is given as to the accuracy or completeness of this information. Any material provided does not have regard to the specific investment objective and financial situation of any person who may receive it. Past performance and forecasting are not a synonym of a reliable indicator of future performance. AT provides an execution-only service. Consequently, any person acting on the information provided does so at their own risk. Political risk is unpredictable. Central bank actions can vary. Platform tools do not guarantee success.
NASDAQ:KMBShort
by ActivTrades
Dollar Rises Amid Record US Shutdown and Liquidity ShortageThe dollar index is climbing as the US faces its longest government shutdown on record. The FRED:SOFR rate is trading 0.23 percentage points above the FRED:IORB , signaling a liquidity shortage. Unfortunately, TradingView data doesn’t cover the 2019 liquidity crunch, but the current situation looks similar. Earlier this week, Logan highlighted the elevated repo rate and noted that the Fed may need to step in and purchase assets if conditions persist. The liquidity shortage is putting upward pressure on the dollar index. A breakout above 101 could accelerate that pressure further. If the US shutdown ends, renewed government spending could ease the liquidity strain, allowing the dollar to retreat. Until then, upward momentum is likely to continue.
TVC:DXY
by ftdsystem
Today's behavior of the Dollar-Yen news timeHello Red levels are good resistances and green levels are good support near the price. The downtrend line has also been drawn. Today we have important dollar news on the status of non-farm payrolls, which, given the history of the announced numbers, seems to be in the direction of weakening the dollar and strengthening the dollar-yen currency pair. So I expect a good reaction to the current resistance and finally confirmation to enter the sell position has been drawn. Don't forget about money management. Good luck.
Short
by mansour1978
1
DXY — London SessionThe Dollar reached its 99.8 target and closed the day above it, confirming short-term strength. Price now trades stretched on the daily chart, well above its normal rhythm. As long as daily lows keep printing higher, structure holds — but with both weekly and monthly charts in correction, momentum could fade quickly. This is a day-by-day market where clarity matters more than conviction. On the technical side, DXY shows rhythm exhaustion — clear deviation from its average range. When price moves this far from balance, professionals stop chasing and wait for rhythm to reset. The key signal now is whether the next daily low holds or breaks; that decides who controls the tape. Macro conditions still support the Dollar. The Fed’s tone stays cautious on further cuts, while the U.S. government shutdown keeps data flow limited. Investors prefer safety over yield, and capital continues to park in USD for clarity and liquidity. It’s not a growth story — it’s a stability story. When a target hits, professionals re-map before acting again. The next decision comes from structure, not emotion. Operator Rule: After targets hit, think — don’t chase. - Institutional Logic. Modern Technology. Real Freedom.
CAPITALCOM:DXYLong
by CORE5DAN
Nikkei 225 Plunges from Record HighNikkei 225 Plunges from Record High As the chart shows, the Nikkei 225 stock index formed a historic peak around 52,500 points only yesterday — but today it has fallen sharply, with losses at the session low reaching approximately 7%. Bearish sentiment was fuelled in part by a slump in shares of Japanese investment giant SoftBank, which dropped by around 14%. The company’s heavy exposure to sectors linked to artificial intelligence and cryptocurrencies, both currently under pressure, has raised investor concerns. The decline in the Nikkei 225 appears to be an extension of the sell-off in US technology stocks recorded yesterday, driven by a stronger dollar and growing fears of an AI-fuelled bubble. Technical Analysis of the Nikkei 225 Chart As shown by the 200- and 400-period moving averages on the 4-hour chart, Japan’s equity market remains in a long-term uptrend, with the widening gap between the two lines signalling an acceleration in growth. This supports the relevance of two upward channels: → a long-term channel, shown in blue; → an intermediate channel, marked by orange lines with a steeper gradient. It is noteworthy that at the start of November, the Nikkei 225 entered the zone where the upper boundaries of both channels intersect – unsurprisingly, this confluence of resistance lines triggered a wave of selling pressure. Key observations: → Sellers succeeded in pushing the price down towards the lower orange line, which acted as strong support, similar to the movement seen between 10–12 October (indicated by arrows on the chart); → Today, the price made a false bearish breakout below the psychological 50,000 level, forming a candle with a long lower shadow – a sign of buying interest. Given the above, it is reasonable to assume that the market may attempt to resume its upward trajectory. Should this scenario play out, we could see signs of rally exhaustion, as the upward movement that began in April has already lifted the Nikkei 225 by more than 280%. This article represents the opinion of the Companies operating under the FXOpen brand only. It is not to be construed as an offer, solicitation, or recommendation with respect to products and services provided by the Companies operating under the FXOpen brand, nor is it to be considered financial advice.
FXOPEN:J225
by FXOpen
1
XAUUSD XAU/USD – Gold Analysis Gold could rise toward the 3997–4000 zone to complete the fractal and retest the descending trendline forming the bearish channel. From that area, I’ll look for short opportunities, expecting a move toward the lower part of the ascending trendline. Yesterday, price strongly rejected the midline of the ascending channel, which confirms continued short pressure for now. Ideally, I’d like to see gold reach 3955, where it could find support and resume the broader bullish channel. Fundamental Outlook: The U.S. dollar remains firm, supported by rising Treasury yields and reduced expectations of near-term Fed rate cuts. Ongoing geopolitical tensions have added some volatility, but risk appetite has improved slightly, reducing demand for gold as a safe haven. U.S. economic data continues to show resilience, giving the Fed room to keep policy restrictive — a factor that typically limits gold’s upside. However, any signs of weaker U.S. data or renewed global uncertainty could quickly support gold again, especially if the 3950–3960 area holds as strong demand. Summary: 📈 Possible rise to 3997–4000 → looking for short setups. 🎯 Downside target: 3955 (trendline support). 💡 Bias: Short-term bearish, medium-term bullish above 3950. ⚙️ Fundamentals: Strong USD and yields keep gold pressured for now.
FOREXCOM:XAUUSDShort
by Dan-Goldfx
EUR/USD Technical Analysis – November 5, 2025Price overview: EUR/USD remains under bearish pressure, trading below multiple key resistance levels after a clear downward continuation from the 1.1580 – 1.1600 zone. The market structure shows consistent lower highs, reflecting the strength of sellers on intraday timeframes. Technical outlook: Price has recently formed a minor consolidation range near 1.1480 – 1.1500, signaling potential continuation before the next impulse. Three major resistance levels to note: 1.1505 – 1.1520: Immediate intraday resistance zone (current retest area). 1.1555 – 1.1570: Previous supply area and unmitigated order block. 1.1600 – 1.1620: Higher-timeframe structural resistance. Support area: The next significant level sits at 1.1455 – 1.1445, coinciding with a liquidity pocket and previous demand reaction. Trading strategy: Main scenario (Sell bias): → Look for bearish confirmation around 1.1500 – 1.1520, ideally after a fake breakout or rejection wick. → Sell entry: 1.1500 → Stop loss: Above 1.1525 → Take profit: 1.1455 / 1.1445 The risk–reward ratio remains favorable if momentum continues in line with the overall bearish structure. Alternative scenario (Reversal potential): → A confirmed breakout and hold above 1.1555 would invalidate the bearish bias and shift focus toward 1.1600. Indicators & confluence: Price remains below the EMA50, maintaining bearish alignment on H1. RSI currently hovers near the neutral zone (~50), suggesting room for another push downward before oversold conditions develop. Key levels to monitor: Resistance: 1.1505 / 1.1555 / 1.1600 Support: 1.1455 / 1.1445 Conclusion: EUR/USD continues to trade within a controlled bearish rhythm, and the 1.1500 – 1.1520 zone remains critical for short-term direction. Traders should watch closely for rejection patterns to confirm potential downside continuation. Stay disciplined and follow the structure—reaction at key zones will reveal the next move. Save this setup and follow for more daily strategy updates.
by Henrybillion
The Market Is Still in Distribution, but Smart Money Moves QuietGold is trading around $3,990, recovering slightly after last week’s sharp sell-off. However, from a Smart Money Concept (SMC) perspective, the market structure continues to show clear bearish intent — with lower highs, unmitigated supply zones, and descending liquidity still controlling price flow. 💭 1️⃣ Market Structure – The Bearish Flow Remains Intact After several BOS (Break of Structure) and CHoCH (Change of Character) confirmations, the bullish attempts are getting weaker. Price remains capped under a clean descending trendline, showing how sellers are gradually stepping in at every premium retracement level. The current market is operating within a distribution phase, where Smart Money continues to build short positions above liquidity zones while trapping late buyers inside minor pullbacks. The key level 4,043 – 4,050 stands out as the nearest Bearish Order Block (OB) and strong short-term supply. Until this area is decisively broken, Gold remains technically bearish. 🩶 2️⃣ Supply Zones – Where Smart Money Left Their Footprints Karina is currently watching three critical supply layers: 4,043 – 4,050: Active supply zone aligning with trendline confluence – ideal for short-term sell setups. 4,149 – 4,160: A deeper liquidity pocket where Smart Money previously distributed heavy positions. 4,221 – 4,359: Major macro supply zones – where institutional orders were likely built during October’s highs. Price is still well below these regions, suggesting that any rally remains corrective rather than impulsive. 🧭 3️⃣ Liquidity Context – The Path of Least Resistance Below current price, 3,884 – 3,890 forms the next liquidity magnet — a cluster of equal lows and inefficiency gaps that Smart Money might target next. Above, resting buy-side liquidity around 4,050 gives institutions a perfect opportunity to engineer a small push up before resuming the main downtrend. This is the same pattern we’ve seen repeatedly: liquidity grab → displacement → continuation. 🌙 4️⃣ Trading Scenario – Flow With the Institutions, Not Against Them As long as the structure remains below the trendline, Karina maintains a bearish bias. If price retests 4,043 – 4,050 and shows rejection through a bearish engulfing or sharp rejection wick, short setups will align with SMC logic. Entry: 4,043 – 4,050 Stop Loss: 4,060 Take Profit: 3,884 – 3,890 The setup offers a clean 1:4 R:R, based purely on structure and liquidity flow — no indicators, no noise. 🌷 5️⃣ Reflection – When Silence Speaks Louder Than Volatility Gold’s current rhythm is calm yet calculated. Every retracement feels like a whisper from Smart Money — testing patience, not conviction. For Karina, this is the phase where discipline matters most. While many chase impulsive moves, Smart Money quietly prepares for the next wave, and the charts tell their story to those patient enough to listen. 🌙 This analysis reflects Karina’s personal view and is not financial advice. What do you see in today’s Gold structure? Is this retracement a calm before another drop, or the beginning of accumulation? Let’s discuss below 💬
FOREXCOM:XAUUSDShort
by Karina_ilina
The Dollar Index Near a Key HighThe Dollar Index Near a Key High As shown on the Dollar Index (DXY) chart, the strength of the US currency is currently hovering near an important high reached in August. Market sentiment is being influenced by: → the ongoing government shutdown, which has already become the longest in history; → traders’ assessment of last week’s developments, including the Fed’s interest rate cut, the meeting between the US and Chinese presidents in South Korea, and quarterly earnings reports from major corporations. Adding to the turbulence is the political factor: according to media reports, Democrats have achieved victories in several local elections. Notably, Zohran Mamdani – a Muslim candidate from the Democratic Party – has been elected Mayor of New York for the first time. Technical Analysis of the DXY Chart It is worth recalling that on 19 September we published an important analysis of the DXY chart, in which we: → highlighted the false breakout of the 1 July low; → suggested a bullish scenario. Following this, the price rose to the upper boundary of the red channel. In our earlier analysis, we: → constructed an ascending channel; → anticipated that the upward trajectory would remain relevant. That scenario played out – demand proved strong enough to overcome: → resistance around the 95-point level, where a double-top pattern (a–b) had previously formed; → the psychological barrier at 100 points. It is possible that the 3.7% rise in the Dollar Index over roughly one and a half months could attract sellers. The main intrigue now lies in whether we will see an aggressive reversal accompanied by a false breakout – similar to what occurred in September, but this time in a downward direction. This article represents the opinion of the Companies operating under the FXOpen brand only. It is not to be construed as an offer, solicitation, or recommendation with respect to products and services provided by the Companies operating under the FXOpen brand, nor is it to be considered financial advice.
FXOPEN:DXY
by FXOpen
1
Daily gold momentumGold is currently trading between the Daily POC and the Daily LVN. The overall price momentum is still bearish. Notice how the EMAs are wide apart, creating a strong downward structure (red cloud). POC: 4000 HVN: 4237 LVN: 3889 Market Outlook The POC often acts like a magnet — price tends to move toward it. Right now, there is a high probability that the market will reach the POC before continuing downward. ✅ Bullish Scenario (Price moves up before dropping) Conditions for a buy: On London open, price must close above 3977.00 with high volume (confirm on the 30M or 1H timeframe) Price should retest 3976–3975.5 Look for high volume to confirm demand Wait for a rejection candle (e.g., pin bar) Once confirmations are met: ➤ Buy and set Take Profit at the POC (4000) 📌 When price reaches the POC: Scenario 1 — Rejection at POC (Bearish) Price reaches POC and rejects with high volume This is the first confirmation price may return to the LVN Second confirmation: price retests the POC, then wait for: Bearish engulfing candle closing below the retest candle ➡️ Expect move back down toward LVN (3889) Scenario 2 — Breakout above POC (Bullish) Price breaks POC with high volume First confirmation of move toward HVN (4237) Second confirmation: price retests the POC, then wait for: Engulfing candle or pin bar with high volume on 1H 🔍 Additional Confirmation Check your MA (moving average) setup on 1H timeframe Ensure momentum supports your direction
OANDA:XAUUSD
by FXGOD22
StevenTrading – XAUUSD Strategy for Gold in an Upward Price...StevenTrading – XAUUSD Strategy for Gold in an Upward Price Channel Hello everyone, StevenTrading is back with today's gold perspective – a deeper analysis of price behavior as global capital flows are experiencing strong shifts. The latest data shows that gold investment funds have recorded a net withdrawal of -7.5 billion USD in the past week as investors took profits after a historic rise. Notably, the previous week saw an inflow of +8.5 billion USD, reflecting the extreme volatility of capital flows. In the last 4 months, gold funds have still attracted a total of +59 billion USD, indicating that institutional money continues to maintain a positive trend, despite short-term adjustments. 📰 Fundamental Analysis – Market Perspective The main driver keeping gold strong is the rotation of capital between assets in a context where global liquidity remains abundant. With persistent inflation and central banks maintaining a cautious stance, investors tend to take temporary profits but still hold a proportion of gold in their portfolios. Short-term selling pressure is therefore just a phase of re-accumulation, not a signal of a trend reversal. As long as global liquidity is not tightened, gold will maintain upward momentum in the medium to long term. 📊 Technical Analysis – Trading Strategy in the Price Channel On the chart, gold is still moving within an upward price channel, with no signs of breaking the structure. Currently, the price is fluctuating in the range of 396x – 404x, indicating a temporary equilibrium state. The market still respects the upper and lower boundaries of the price channel, creating opportunities for short-term trading at the boundaries while waiting for clear breakout signals. Main mindset: As long as the price holds the upward channel structure, prioritize Buying at the lower trendline and short Selling at resistance areas, waiting for confirmation signals to enter trades. 🎯 Trading Scenarios (Action Plan) 🔴 Sell Scenario – When the price fails at the resistance area: If the price slightly breaks the resistance and then reverses, the sell setup will be activated. Entry: Sell 3978 after confirming price rejection. SL: 3985 TP: 3962 – 3946 – 3922 🟢 Buy Scenario – Buy when the price bounces from the trendline: If the price adjusts to touch the upward trendline and bounces strongly, this is a favorable entry area in line with the trend. Entry: Buy 3993 after confirming trendline reaction. SL: 3985 TP: 4010 – 4048 – 4103 📌 Steven's Notes The overall structure still leans towards an uptrend, but the market is in a liquidity hunting phase, suitable for short-term and flexible trading. Maintain discipline, only enter trades in areas with clear confirmation, and always manage risk strictly. This week's success comes from patience and precision in every entry.
OANDA:XAUUSDShort
by Steven-GoldTrading
Euro/Aussie Eyes 1.7780 Resistance Amid RBA Pause and Eurozone PEUR/AUD is testing the upper boundary of a rising channel near 1.7710 after recent strength in the euro and caution around the Australian dollar ahead of Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) policy commentary. The technical set-up favours a push toward 1.7760-1.7780 (near the 78.6–100 % Fibonacci extensions), provided support holds around 1.7680–1.7690. Key fundamentals include the RBA’s hold at 3.60 % and the eurozone PMI releases that may boost euro demand; the AUD remains pressured by weaker commodity triggers and a lack of fresh impetus. The alternative scenario, if risk sentiment sours or the RBA signals easing later, would target a break below channel support toward 1.7640-1.7620. Read full article here: erranteacademy.com
Long
by Errante
BTC/USDT (4H) Chart AnalysisThe chart shows Bitcoin’s 4-hour price action on Binance with clear Smart Money Concepts (SMC) elements, including BOS (Break of Structure), CHoCH (Change of Character), and EQH/EQL (Equal Highs/Lows) levels. After a strong bullish phase that broke previous structure highs, BTC faced multiple CHoCH signals, confirming a shift in market structure from bullish to bearish. Price has since been trending downward, breaking key demand zones and forming lower highs and lower lows. Currently, BTC is trading around $101,900, retesting the broken structure zone (previous support turned resistance). The volume profile shows increased selling pressure during breakdowns, suggesting sustained bearish momentum. RSI remains below 40, reflecting weak buying interest and potential continuation of the downtrend until bullish divergence forms. Key levels to watch: Immediate resistance: $103,700 – $104,500 Next resistance: $106,500 Support zone: $98,800 – $97,800 Next major liquidity area: Below weak low near $98,850 If BTC fails to reclaim the $104K–$106K region, further downside toward $98K remains likely. However, a strong bullish CHoCH around current levels could indicate a short-term reversal.
by Darshana_Alwis
SK Telecom shift in internal roadmaps.It's when everythiing looks negative with all the negative earning and news. Trading on news is bad. Trading on future contract is what makes money. SK Telecom has shining future with hyperscaler data center and AI infrastructure roadmaps. They are planning structural shift, which will result negative earning again, is in-fact the right choice for the company's future 1st Target is 58,000 Won The price might dip to 50,000 Won, but I'd add more by then unless their roadmap and intention of CAPEX doesn't change.
KRX:017670Long
by DarkRane
1
EURUSDEUR/USD – Technical & Fundamental Outlook I’m waiting for price to reach the 1.1457 level, where I’ll be looking for buy opportunities targeting a move back toward 1.1550. The U.S. dollar has recently strengthened, mainly due to safe-haven demand as it’s being used as a reserve currency amid geopolitical tensions with Venezuela. However, this strength may be temporary. The U.S. government shutdown has created public spending pressure, and once it reopens, it will need to pay accumulated salaries, adding fiscal strain. For that reason, despite current corrections, I continue to see the dollar as fundamentally bearish in the medium term.
Long
by Dan-Goldfx