Kevin Ford, FX and Macro Strategist

Kevin draws on over a decade in fintech and investment roles, from product management to strategy. With master’s degrees in business and financial math, he brings both experience and academic depth to the table.

Markets await geopolitical dust to settle ahead of Friday jobs report

The ‘Trump Corollary’ is officially on. What’s the outlook for global markets in Q1? Loonie tanks on geopolitics fears.

January 8, 2026
US labor market remains fragile, all eyes to Friday NFP

Momentum remains fragile in US labor market. Tail risks back on the table. EM smash records to start 2026.

January 7, 2026
Venezuela turmoil drives early‑year market chatter

The myth of Venezuelan displacement. Why the U.S. left the Chavista structure intact. Carry + credibility sustains Peso’s gains.

January 6, 2026
2026 opens loud in the markets

Venezuela shocks and jobs data jolt the new year. A case for caution: why Rosenberg’s bullish pivot may be premature. Best year on record.

January 5, 2026
Quiet US Dollar ahead of Fed meeting

Strong rally. It’s Fed week. A new 2025 low.

December 8, 2025
FX markets quiet, CAD wins strongly on another job surprise

Part-Time shift drives job beat. Dollar near 1-month lows. Elevated risk. Euro rallies, but politics cloud the path.

December 5, 2025