Category Archive: 4) FX Trends

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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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The USDJPY falls sharply on the intervention threats. What next for the USDJPY technically?

2026-04-30

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In the video, it takes a look at the 3 major currency pairs - the EURUSD, USDJPY and GBPUSD.

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The Yen Recovers on Verbal Intervention

2026-04-30

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2026-04-30

The North American market understood yesterday’s Fed statement and the three dissents in favor of a neutral bias as a hawkish hold and rallied the dollar in response. Follow-through selling today has been minimal and the greenback is sporting a softer profile. The strongest currency today is the Japanese yen, which had fallen to its …

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USDJPY extension about 160.00 has buyers in firm control.

2026-04-29

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The high for the year is the next target at 160.455

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Bitcoin finds willing sellers near resistance targets, and the technical tilt shifts down.

2026-04-29

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The high price for the week found willing sellers near the high price from last week and below the 50% of the 2026 trading range. The price is breaking away from the 100/200 hour MAs near $77360 now.

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Euro and ECB

2026-04-29

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2026-04-29

The euro' fell nearly 1.65% in Q1, only to claw back about 1.25% in April. At one level, that looks like noise within a broader range. At another, it reflects a market that has been repeatedly and abruptly forced to reprice the policy outlook in response to shifting geopolitical and macroeconomic crosscurrents.The ECB meets tomorrow, … Continue...

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Crude oil is racing higher and approaches a key target area. What next?

2026-04-29

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The price of crude oil is approaching a key swing area between $105.53 and $106.86. Break above and the price is in the extreme range.

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The USDCAD is marginally lower ahead of the Bank of Canada/Fed decision

2026-04-29

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The 100 and 200 hour MAs are converged at the 1.3666 level, and will be a barometer for buyers and sellers today. The central banks are expected to keep rates unchanged

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The USD is higher ahead of the data dump and FOMC rate decision

2026-04-29

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The Fed is expected to keep rates unchanged. The USD is trading higher but remains within technical levels on the top and bottom

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Oil Prices Advance Ahead of What Will likely be Powell’s Last FOMC Meeting (as Chair)

2026-04-29

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2026-04-29

There are two dominant issues today. First, the ceasefire in the Middle East continues, but the blockade of Iran is an act of war, and the Strait of Hormuz remains blocked even if there are some reports that a few ships have managed to transit it. July Brent is at new contract highs and June … Continue reading...

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Gold extends the losses amid US-Iran stalemate, hawkish central banks. What’s next?

2026-04-29

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#gold #xauusd #technicalanalysis In this video you will learn about the latest fundamental developments for Gold. You will also find technical analysis across different timeframes for a better overall outlook on the market. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Topics covered in the video: 0:00 Fundamental Overview 1:06 Technical Analysis with Optimal Entries 2:30 Upcoming Catalysts...

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Three Dissents in Favor of a Rate Hike Fail to Support the Yen

2026-04-28

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2026-04-28

The markets seem nervous. The dollar is higher against all the G10 currencies and most emerging market currencies. June WTI, which was at $82.60 on April 17, is now pushing against $100. July Brent, which was at $86.50, is now approaching $105. Both are up for the sixth session of the past seven. Equities and … Continue...

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The Japanese Yen jumps on hawkish BoJ dissenters but erases gains on dovish Governor Ueda

2026-04-28

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#usdjpy #forex #technicalanalysis In this video you will learn about the latest fundamental developments for the USDJPY pair. You will also find technical analysis across different timeframes for a better overall outlook on the market. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Topics covered in the video: 0:00 Fundamental Overview 2:20 Technical Analysis with Optimal Entries 3:35 Upcoming Catalysts...

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New Iranian Proposal Helps Bolster Risk Appetites

2026-04-27

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2026-04-27

The breakdown of talks between the US and Iran initially warned of a risk-off session, but a new Iranian proposal appears to have revived the hopes of a resolution. The US dollar is trading softer and equities in Asia Pacific and Europe rose while bond yields were under pressure. The front month crude oil contracts …

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Gold continues to consolidate amid the US-Iran stalemate and the more hawkish Fed

2026-04-27

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#gold #xauusd #technicalanalysis In this video you will learn about the latest fundamental developments for Gold. You will also find technical analysis across different timeframes for a better overall outlook on the market. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Topics covered in the video: 0:00 Fundamental Overview 0:49 Technical Analysis with Optimal Entries 2:12 Upcoming Catalysts...

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May 2026 Monthly

2026-04-25

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2026-04-25

The global capital markets will enter May with a sense of transition rather than resolution. Neither the Federal Reserve, nor the European Central Bank or the Bank of Japan meet in the month ahead. The market is inclined to see the third consecutive hike by the Reserve Bank of Australia but the other G10 central … Continue reading »

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USDJPY falls to new lows. Retests 100 hour MA

2026-04-24

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The 100 hour MA is being tested for the 2nd time today at 159.347

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USDCAD swings up & down & back up again. The 200 hour MA is barometer for buyers/sellers

2026-04-24

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The 200 hour MA at 13694 is a short term barometer for buyers and sellers today

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USDCHF tries to extend back above the 100 day MA at 0.7864 but stalled. Key barometer.

2026-04-24

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The price tried to run above the 100 day MA but momentum has faded with a swing area between 0.7869 to 0.7878

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The USD is lower to kickstart Friday’trade. Iran sends delegation to Pakistan

2026-04-24

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US stocks are higher. The USD is lower. Oil is lower and yields are modestly lower to start the US session.

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USD/JPY crawls toward the 160.00 handle as US-Iran stalemate keeps the US dollar supported

2026-04-24

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#usdjpy #forex #technicalanalysis In this video you will learn about the latest fundamental developments for the USDJPY pair. You will also find technical analysis across different timeframes for a better overall outlook on the market. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Topics covered in the video: 0:00 Fundamental Overview 2:02 Technical Analysis with Optimal Entries 3:30 Upcoming Catalysts...

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