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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Week Ahead: Greenback’s Recovery Looks Poised to Continue

2025-05-17

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2025-05-17

The dollar traded choppily last week but settled higher against all the G10 currencies. It finished the week on a firm note. The messy upside correction for the dollar may continue. Despite disappointing retail sales and manufacturing output, and softer than expected CPI and PPI, the market has pushed the next Fed cut into Q4 …

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US to Impose Tariffs in 2-3 Weeks as Administration “Lacks Capacity” to Negotiate with Everyone

2025-05-16

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2025-05-16

Overview: While the US dollar is a little softer today against the G10 currencies, it remains mostly within Wednesday's range. The yen is a notable exception. It made a new high for the week despite the contraction in Q1 25 GDP. Most emerging market currencies are firmer. The markets have not reacted to a statement …

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The USD is consolidating in up and down trading for the EURUSD/GBPUSD. The USDJPY is down.

2025-05-15

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A heavy economic calendar awaits traders with the PPI, Retail sales, Initial and continuing claims, etc. etc. etc, on the docket

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Asia and Europe Did Not Share North America’s Enthusiasm for the Dollar

2025-05-15

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2025-05-15

Overview: There has been little follow-through dollar buying today after its recovery in North America yesterday. The greenback is softer against most of the G10 currencies. The Antipodeans are lagging alongside the Norwegian krone, perhaps weighed down by the sharp drop in oil prices following President Trump's indication and a deal with Iran may be …

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USDJPY Technical Analysis – We filled the Monday gap

2025-05-15

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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 Outlook. 1:32 Technical Analysis with Optimal Entries. 2:40 Upcoming Catalysts...

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The USDCHF is trading lower for 2nd consecutive day, but finds buyers near an old ceiling

2025-05-14

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What next for the USDCHF pair technically given the recent price action?

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The USD is lower for the 2nd consecutive day. EURUSD/USDJPY between MAs in neutral area.

2025-05-14

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The GBPUSD is more bullish from a technical perspective. What are the key technical levels in play for the 3 major currency pairs to start the US session for May 14.

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USDJPY Breakout Coming? Forex Trading Focus This Week | market outlook | 13.05.2025

2025-05-14

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Is USDJPY gearing up for another breakout? With U.S. treasury yields rebounding and the Fed's rate cut timeline shifting, the dollar is holding strong. Meanwhile, Japan’s dovish stance adds more fuel to the bullish USDJPY narrative. This week’s forex trading setup hinges on key data releases: U.S. PPI, Japan’s GDP numbers, and U.S. consumer sentiment. Could these events reshape the pair’s direction—or confirm what traders already suspect? Watch the...

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Dollar Unwinds More of Monday’s Surge

2025-05-14

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2025-05-14

Overview: The US dollar is extending yesterday's pullback after Monday's sharp rally. Monday's rally had met or approached several technical targets, but the momentum and news stream, including the downgrading of US recession forecasts, the pushing out of the next Fed rate cut into Q4 seemed to favor further dollar gains. Against many pairs, the …

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Gold Technical Analysis – We continue to price out the stagflationary risk

2025-05-14

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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 Outlook. 0:36 Technical Analysis with Optimal Entries. 1:44 Upcoming Catalysts...

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Bullish Consolidation for the Dollar

2025-05-13

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2025-05-13

Overview:  The capital markets are continuing to digest the implications of the US-China 90-day cooling off period. There were dramatic moves yesterday, and with a few exceptions, a consolidative tone has emerged today. The domestic US political focus is shifting to the budget, while the May CPI is due today, and it is expected to …

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USDJPY Technical Analysis – The greenback is back

2025-05-13

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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 Outlook. 1:13 Technical Analysis with Optimal Entries. 2:25 Upcoming Catalysts...

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USDCAD moves higher with the dollar strength after US/China tariff suspension

2025-05-12

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What next technically for the pair after the move higher takes the pair to moving average resistance?

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The USD moves higher after suspension of US/China tariffs. Stocks higher. USD higher.

2025-05-12

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90-day suspension of tariffs from the two major super powers

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US-China Strike 90-Day Cooling Off Period: Dollar and Equities Rally, Bonds Slump

2025-05-12

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2025-05-12

Overview:  The US and China struck an agreement that would lower tariffs for a 90-day cooling off period. The US tariff on China falls to 30% from 145%, while China's tariff on the US falls to 10% from 125%. A new forum was established to allow recurring discussions on economics and trade. The dollar spiked …

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Gold Technical Analysis – Positive trade talks weigh on the precious metal

2025-05-12

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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 Outlook. 0:34 Technical Analysis with Optimal Entries. 1:46 Upcoming Catalysts...

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Bitcoin analysis for today #trading

2025-05-12

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Week Ahead: Reaction to Sino-American Trade Talks, US CPI, Japan and UK Q1 GDP, and Banxico to Cut 50 bp Featured

2025-05-10

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2025-05-10

Many seemed optimistic that the weekend trade talks between the US and China will de-escalate the tension. We are less sanguine. Even if the tariffs on both sides were halved, there would still be an effective bilateral embargo. In the larger picture we are concerned that blocking PRC's  exports and denying it a direct investment …

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Kickstart the US trading day for May w/ a technical look at the EURUSD, USDJPY & GBPUSD

2025-05-09

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What technical levels are in play and why for the 3 major currency pairs to kickstart the US trading session for May 9

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China Replaced US Demand. Will the US Replace Chinese Supply? Investors Hopeful of Sino-American De-Escalation

2025-05-09

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2025-05-09

Overview: After recovering impressively yesterday, the US dollar saw some follow-through buying initially but has reversed lower and is paring yesterday's gains against the G10 and most emerging market currencies. East Asian emerging market currencies that had surged have now traded lower for the past three sessions. The main talking point today is tomorrow's trade …

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