This trade forecast is now invalid and closed due to the following macroeconomic factors:
Positive economic data: On Monday, the US Department of Commerce released data showing that US retail sales rose 0.6% in August, beating expectations. This was seen as a sign that the US economy is still growing at a healthy pace.
Strong corporate earnings: On Tuesday, a number of large US companies reported strong earnings results, including Apple, Microsoft, and Amazon. This also boosted investor sentiment.
Weaker US dollar: On Wednesday, the US dollar weakened against a basket of other currencies. This made US stocks more attractive to foreign investors.
Rising oil prices: On Thursday, oil prices rose to their highest level in over a year. This was seen as a positive sign for the US economy, as it could boost corporate profits.