Category Archive: 4) FX Trends

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Marc Chandler
He has been covering the global capital markets in one fashion or another for more than 30 years, working at economic consulting firms and global investment banks. After 14 years as the global head of currency strategy for Brown Brothers Harriman, Chandler joined Bannockburn Global Forex, as a managing partner and chief markets strategist as of October 1, 2018.
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What technical levels are driving the EURUSD, USDJPY and GBPUSD today?

2023-04-05

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The EURUSD, GBPUSD and USDJPY made breaks yesterday and revisited those break levels today.  What key technical levels are driving those three major trading pairs today and why?

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Pressure Returns to Bank Shares and seems to Help Propel Gold Higher

2023-04-05

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2023-04-05

Overview: There are three themes today. First, the sharp decline in US rates seen yesterday (-14 bp on the two-year yield) on the back disappointing economic data seemed a bit exaggerated and the two-year yield has bounced back to almost 3.90% from around 3.81%. This appears to be helping the dollar consolidate today. Second, bank shares are coming under renewed pressure. The US KBW bank index fell almost 2% yesterday after a 0.5% decline on...

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Morning FX technical report: What levels are in play for some of the major currency pairs

2023-04-04

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In the morning forex technical report, I take a look at the EURUSD, USDJPY, GBPUSD and AUDUSD. The EURUSD moved to a key swing target and found willing sellers.  For the USDJPY, it held support at a key swing area, and moved back above the 100 hour MA. Can it stay above that MA level now? The GBPUSD meanwhile made a break higher, but has shown some signs of some profit taking. The buyers and sellers are battling in the short term.  The RBA...

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RBA Holds Fire, Sterling Reaches Best Level since last June, and the Dollar Struggles to Find Much Traction

2023-04-04

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2023-04-04

Overview: The jump in oil prices is the newest shock and the May WTI contract is holding above $80 a barrel as it consolidates yesterday's surge. A week ago, it settled near $73.20. Australian and New Zealand bond yields moved lower, partly in catch-up and partly after the RBA stood pat. South Korean bonds also rallied on the back of softer inflation (4.2% vs. 4.8%). But European and US benchmark yields is 2-4 bp higher. The large equity markets...

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US morning technical report: USDCAD moves lower on higher oil prices

2023-04-03

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The USDCAD moved lower on the back of higher oil prices and in the process moved below the 100 day MA. That MA break shifts the sellers more in control. Stay below and traders will look toward the 200 day MA which has not been broken since August. The EURUSD moved lower and back higher. The pair is back into a swing area between 1.0866 and 1.08868.  The GBPUSD snapped back higher extending back above the 200 and 100 hour MAs in the process...

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OPEC+ Surprises while Manufacturing Remains Challenged

2023-04-03

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2023-04-03

Overview: News of OPEC+ unexpected output cuts saw May WTI gap sharply higher and helped lift bond yields. May WTI settled near three-week highs before the weekend near $75.65 and opened today near $80. It reached almost $81.70 before stabilizing and is straddling the $80 area before the North American session. The high for the year was set in the second half of January around $83. Benchmark 10-year yields are up 2-5 bp points. The 10-year US...

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Gold technical analysis: Getting ready for the big short

2023-04-01

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Is gold on the verge of a big short? Learn about the potential trading opportunity with a 7 to 1 reward vs. risk ratio in this gold technical analysis video. We discuss the triple top formation, signs of market fatigue, and the yellow channel with touchpoints at 1800 and 1975. Our strategy suggests shorting gold on the next possible spike up at 2010.8, with a final target around 1827 and a stop loss set at 2037 to manage risk. Keep in mind that...

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April 2023 Monthly

2023-04-01

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2023-04-01

There were three ways the monetary cycle was going to turn. First, unemployment could have reached unacceptable levels. This did not happen. Labor markets have proven thus far to be resilient among most G10 countries. Second, a significant and sustained drop in price pressures could end the tightening cycle. This has yet to materialize in a meaningful way. In some countries, governments have energy subsidies, and these measures only offer temporary...

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It’s quarter, month and week end. What to expect from some of the major currency pairs.

2023-03-31

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The US PCE came in weaker than expected and the USD is showing some weakness in trading today. In this report, we take a technical look at the EURUSD, USDJPY, GBPUSD and AUDUSD and outline the key levels in play. Stay up to date on the latest price action and potential trading opportunities.

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March: Going Out like A Lamb after Wrestling with a Lion

2023-03-31

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2023-03-31

Overview: The banking stress that roiled the markets this month has eased. However, the emergency lending by the Federal Reserve, vias the discount window and new Bank Term Funding Program hardly slowed in the past week ($152.6 bln vs. $163.9 bln). Money markets took in more funds. Almost $305 bln has flowed to them over the past three weeks. The US KBW bank index is up 3.75% this week coming into day (after pulling back 1.2% yesterday). Europe's...

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Thumbnail Sketch of the Peso Ahead of Banxico’s Decision

2023-03-30

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2023-03-30

The central bank of Mexico is expected to deliver a 25 bp rate hike later today that would lift the overnight cash target to 11.25%. The swaps market says this will be the last hike in the cycle. However, with a further hike by the Fed possible, it seems unlikely that Banxico will declare mission accomplished. Still, Mexico’s overnight rate is above current inflation.  CPI in February was about 7.6% and the core rate (excluding food and energy)...

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Dollar Soft but Stretched

2023-03-30

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2023-03-30

Overview: While bank stress seems to continue to ease, the dollar languishes against most of the major currencies. The Japanese yen is the notable exception. It is off about 1.5% this week. The Dollar Index has given back the gains scored at the end of last week but remains inside the range set last Thursday and Friday (~101.90-102.35). Perhaps the participants are waiting for Friday. In addition to month-, quarter, and fiscal-year ends, it is...

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Financial Stress Continues to Recede

2023-03-29

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2023-03-29

Overview: Financial stress continues to recede. The Topix bank index is up for the second consecutive session and the Stoxx 600 bank index is recovering for the third session. The AT1 ETF is trying to snap a four-day decline. The KBW US bank index rose for the third consecutive session yesterday. More broadly equity markets are rallying. The advance in the Asia Pacific was led by tech companies following Alibaba's re-organization announcement. The...

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Firmer Rates and Higher Bank Stocks Give the Greenback Little Help

2023-03-28

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2023-03-28

Overview: Financial strains eased yesterday, and short-term yields jumped. The two-year US yield jumped 25 bp to pierce 4%. Yet, the dollar fell against most of the major currencies yesterday and is mostly softer today. Banking stress is ebbing. The Topix bank index snapped a three-day decline and jumped nearly 2% today to recoup the lion's share of its three-day decline. The Stoxx 600 index of EMU banks is extending yesterday's 1,7% advance. The...

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Calmer Markets to Start the New Week

2023-03-27

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2023-03-27

Overview: There did not appear to be any negative surprises over the weekend, and this is helping calm investors' nerves at the start of the new week. Deutsche Bank shares have recovered most of the pre-weekend loss in the German market, and Stoxx bank index is posting a gain for the first time in four sessions. The AT1 ETF is slightly softer. In Japan, the Topix bank index slipped around 0.5%, its fourth decline in the past five sessions. Asia...

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The GBPUSD fell to support on Friday, and buyers stepped in. Buyers in control.

2023-03-26

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In this video, we'll take a closer look at the recent movement of the GBPUSD, which fell to support on Friday before buyers stepped in. With the buyers now more in control heading into the new trading week, we'll explore the key levels to watch and potential trading opportunities that could arise. Join us as we provide you with valuable insights and analysis that can help you navigate the Forex market and make informed trading decisions.

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USDJPY: The USDJPY has a small bullish bias heading into the new trading week

2023-03-26

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In this video, we'll analyze the current state of the USDJPY and examine the potential bullish bias heading into the new trading week. Despite the recent move to the downside, the USDJPY is showing some technical signs of strength, and we'll explore the key levels to watch and the potential trading opportunities that could arise. Join us as we provide you with valuable insights and analysis that can help you navigate the Forex market and make...

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A drill down look at the EURUSD

2023-03-26

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In this video, we'll take a drill-down look at the EURUSD and examine the key levels in play from both a short-term and long-term perspective to start the trading week. Whether you're a short-term or long-term trader, we've got you covered with valuable insights and analysis that can help you make informed trading decisions. Join us as we explore the latest trends and provide you with actionable strategies that can help you succeed in the volatile...

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S&P technical analysis: Bulls are holding

2023-03-26

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In this video, we'll examine the current support and resistance levels in the market and discuss the VAL (value area low) price level of 3930. As long as the market doesn't close a day below this level, bulls are holding. We'll then take a closer look at the next targets of 4029 and 4080 and what they could mean for traders. Please note that trading involves risks, and we encourage you to conduct your own analysis and research before making any...

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Where do I start?

2023-03-25

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Last week was eventful, with numerous releases and events, making it difficult to know where to begin. In this video, we'll start from the very beginning and discuss the highlights of the week that was, including the Federal Reserve's actions and how the market reacted. We'll explore the apparent tensions between the Fed and the market and discuss how both may have been performing their roles. Join us as we provide valuable insights into the...

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