USD/JPY is trading at 149.51, 0.16% down since previous day close. The Japanese Yen (JPY) is struggling to maintain gains against its American counterpart, with investors scaling back expectations for more interest rate hikes by the Bank of Japan in 2024. The US Dollar (USD) is standing tall near a two-month peak, while the S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average hit new record highs. The technical outlook suggests USD/JPY bulls need to wait for a move beyond the 150.00 psychological mark before placing fresh bets.

US100 is trading at 19396, 0.13% up since previous day close. Wall Street futures fluctuated on Monday, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq on track to open higher as investors prepare for a week filled with corporate earnings and economic data. Major financial companies, including JPMorgan Chase, Wells Fargo, and BlackRock, rallied after the third-quarter corporate earnings season. Companies will need to justify their valuations and satisfy investors.

XAU/USD is trading at 2654, 0.19% up since previous day close. Gold futures have risen 0.1% to $2,668.40 a troy ounce, holding near their all-time high. The market is waiting for a new catalyst, with prices fluctuating in a narrow band since peaking at $2,708.70 an ounce on Sept. 26. Gold is supported by safe-haven demand amid Middle East geopolitical tensions. However, significant gains are capped by a stronger U.S. dollar and Treasury yields. Investors await further U.S. interest-ratecuts.