Welcome to the first episode of our new weekly trading series from FXEmpire! This week, we sit down with veteran analyst Chris Lewis to "pick his brain" on the current state of the global markets. Chris shares his unique journey from drywall contractor to FXEmpire's first-ever analyst, managing daily analysis across 19 markets.In this video, you will learn:Trading Obscure Pairs: Why pairs like the Mexican Peso/Japanese Yen (MXN/JPY) or Norwegian Krone/Japanese Yen (NOK/JPY) can be powerful interest rate and oil plays, despite wide spreads.Technicals vs. Fundamentals: Why "chart trading" alone can be dangerous and how understanding central bank sentiment and global supply chains is essential for navigating market choppiness in 2026.The 2026 Commodity Super Cycle: Insights into why commodities like copper and rare earth minerals (antimony) may be the top asset classes for the next few years.Interest Rates & Yields: A breakdown of why the 10-year yield is "everything" and how it influences non-yielding assets like gold and silver.Risk Management: Chris’s #1 piece of advice for traders: why position sizing is your best defense against market chaos.Whether you are a technical trader looking to dive deeper into fundamentals or seeking the next commodity trend, this discussion offers actionable insights for the modern market.