Category Archive: 4) FX Trends

Main Author Marc Chandler
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.

Kickstart the FX trading day (and week) with a technical look at EURUSD, USDJPY and GBPUSD

Discover the impact of tariff news on major currency pairs like EURUSD, USDJPY, and GBPUSD. Get insights on market reactions and potential trading opportunities amidst geopolitical tensions.

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Tariffs Roil Markets

Overview: The US made good on its threats to levy 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico, and 10% tariffs on China. There still seems to be skepticism in the market, with many thinking the tariffs on Canada and Mexico may not last the week. Trump will reportedly talk with Trudeau and Sheinbaum today. The dollar did not trade high so much it was marked sharply higher in initial activity. That the Canadian dollar and Mexican peso was hit the hardest is not...

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USDJPY Technical Analysis – Trump’s tariffs rattle markets

#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. 1:04 Technical Analysis with Optimal Entries. 2:16 Upcoming Catalysts...

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February 2025 Monthly

There is great uncertainty for investors and policymakers. The magnitude and timing of U.S. tariffs are not clear. China unveiled DeepSeek, which appears to give other advanced language model AIs a run for their money and calls into question the effectiveness of technology curbs. While Russia's invasion of Ukraine, the war in the Middle East, and China's harassment of its neighbors have dominated the geopolitical story, the U.S. has entered the...

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NZDUSD seller pushed lower this week negating the bullishness from last week. What now?

What now as we head into a new trading week?

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USDCHF sellers lean against target swing area,but sellers have work to do.What to eye now?

The swing area above at 0.9108 to 0.9114 stalled the rally but remains a key barometer for buyers and sellers today and going forward.

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AUDUSD sellers in control. What turns that bias around? What targets are on the downside?

The 100 hour MA remains a key barometer for the buyers and sellers at 0.62397

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To tariff or not to tariff, that is the question in the USDCAD

It seems that Pres.Trump will impose a 25% (?) tariff on Canada but will it include oil (which he wants the price to go down).

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Kickstart the NA forex trading day with a technical look at the EURUSD, USDJPY and GBPUSD

What are the technicals and fundamental influences in the markets today.

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Renewed US Tariff Threat Doesn’t Stop Equities from Marching Higher

Overview: The renewed threat of a 25% tariff on Canada and Mexico as soon as tomorrow has lifted the US dollar broadly and has not derailed the firmer tone in global equities. There are still many unknowns and questions, and this will keep investors and businesses on tenterhooks. The greenback is mixed against the G10 currencies in Europe and is mostly +/- 0.25%. The Canadian dollar and Mexican peso are little changed now after selling off late in...

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Gold Technical Analysis – We finally got a new all-time high. Now what?

#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. 0:45 Technical Analysis with Optimal Entries. 1:47 Upcoming Catalysts...

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AUDUSD is up and down non-trending over the last few days, but control is with the sellers

What would hurt the bearish bias in the short term in the AUDUSD?

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The GBPUSD buyers are back in control in the short term. Can the buyers keep the bias control?

The 100-hour MA and the 50% is close support at 1.2453. Key barometer in the short term for the buyers and the sellers.

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USDCHF sellers have pushed pair down to moving average support.Will the buyers come in?

The USDCHF is testing the 200 and 100 hour moving averages at 0.90609 and 0.90504. Buyers can lean with a stop below. Sellers need a break and run.

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USDCAD buyers had their shot yesterday….they missed. Today, the price rotated toward MAs

The 100 and 200 hour MAs at 1.4382 and 1.4394 are targeted as support.

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The USDJPY tumbles lower in trading today but is finding dip buyers near a key support.

The 50% of the move up from December low comes in at 153.736. That is a key support target that has found risk focused buyers today.

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EURUSD moves higher despite the rate cut from the ECB.

Lagarde press conference is ongoing.

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Nervous Calm Shrouds FX, while February 1 US Tariffs Look Less Likely

Overview:  There is a nervous calm in the foreign exchange market. The Federal Reserve indicated that the relatively good economic performance allow is to bide its time for the economic and policy picture to clarify and policy remained "meaningfully" restrictive. The disappointing GDP figures from Germany, France, and Italy today provide a weak backdrop for the ECB, which is set to deliver a quarter-point cut. The BOJ signaled its...

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USDJPY Technical Analysis – The focus remains on US data and Trump’s policies

#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. 0:51 Technical Analysis with Optimal Entries. 1:55 Upcoming Catalysts...

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USDCHF backs off highs as the market prepares for the FOMC rate decision

The topside resistance between 0.9068 to 0.9077

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