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.

The playbook for 2024 trading

The big picture the question is: Will we return to a 2010s style regime of low inflation and low rates? Last week's CPI data showed that we are and I think that's a big tailwind for all risk assets. The focus right now is on central banks but waiting longer to cut rates probably won't be bullish for risk-sensitive currencies because headwinds are mounting, particularly due to housing and immigration. LET'S CONNECT! Facebook ► / forexlive​...

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Gold Technical Analysis

#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. 0:37 Technical Analysis with Optimal Entries. 2:18 Upcoming Economic Data....

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Week Ahead: Real Economy

Given the world's turmoil, including the escalation, and broadening of the conflict in the Middle East and China's continued aerial harassment of Taiwan ahead of the election, the capital and commodity markets have remained firm. February WTI fell about 1.7% last week and March Brent slipped around 0.65%. Shipping costs are rising as the Rea Sea is avoided and supply chain disruptions are threatened. Still the MSCI index of developed equity market...

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Despite closing the week with a bearish bias, the AUDUSD shows potential for a reversal as it hovers near key support and resistance levels. Traders should watch for a breakout above the swing level at 0.6738 or a breakdown below the swing area at 0.6676 for further confirmation of direction.

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EURJPY tests cluster of technical levels creating a low risk opportunity to buyers/sellers

Swing level, moving averages, and Fibonacci retracement converge, providing low-risk/high-reward possibilities in EURJPY trading.

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The ups and down in the USDCAD continue. The buyers are shifting toward more control again.

Amid a volatile trading week, the USDCAD is making a comeback as buyers regain control. The price surged above swing areas and returned to sellers, but is now back above the 100 hour moving average. To increase the bullish bias, a move above the swing area is needed.

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The USDCHF sees buyers turn to sellers and the price moves back to a key swing level

USDCHF price drops below 100/200 hour MAs at 0.8508 after weak PPI data.

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Kickstart your FX trading for January 12 with a technical look at the EURUSD, USDJPY and GBPUSD

Volatile up and down action in the major currencies this week

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China Data Dump Keeps Market Looking for a Rate Cut Next Week

Overview:  The mostly consolidative week for the US dollar continues. Most for the G10 currencies are +/- about 0.25% today and only a slightly wider range for the week. The odds of a Fed rate cut in March is virtually unchanged on the week at around 75%. The JP Morgan Emerging Market Currency Index is practically flat on the day and week. The Russian ruble and Mexican peso lead today's advancers, while eastern and central European currencies are...

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AUDUSD corrects off of the low and tests an old floor from the week.

Will sellers hold? AUDUSD corrects off low, retesting key resistance level.

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Buyers in the USD, tilts the USDCHF technicals to the upside. What would upset the bias?

Recent data boosts USD and pushes USDCHF higher, but key resistance levels and potential downside support levels need to be monitored closely. Buyers gain confidence if support holds at 0.8528-0.8537, while breaking below 0.85185 could weaken the bias. Traders should also watch for the 100 and 200 hour MAs as additional support targets.

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USDCAD trades within up and down ranges, but with a bullish tilt

Discover how the USDCAD is experiencing up and down movements, but with a favorable lean towards buyers. Learn why holding support against the 100 hour MA is crucial and how surpassing key resistance levels could strengthen the bullish bias. Watch the video for an in-depth analysis of the technicals and what it takes for buyers to maintain and expand control.

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Kickstart your FX trading for January 11 with a look at the EURUSD, USDJPY and GBPUSD

The USD is higher after the stronger US CPI but what are the technicals saying?

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Can the US CPI Break the Dollar out of its Consolidation?

Overview: Stocks and bonds are trading higher, and the dollar is narrowly mixed ahead of the December US CPI report. Most of the large bourses in Asia Pacific advanced, led by Japan to new 30-year-plus highs. Hong Kong's Hang Seng snapped seven-day slide to post its first gain of 2024. Europe's Stoxx 600 is up about 0.33%, to recoup most of its losses in the past two sessions. US index futures enjoy a modest upside bias. Benchmark 10-year yields in...

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Gold Technical Analysis

#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. 0:39 Technical Analysis with Optimal Entries. 1:57 Upcoming Economic Data....

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USDCAD finds support buyers near 100-hour moving average

USDCAD bounces off 100-hour moving average, opening potential for bullish momentum if it holds above key levels.

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AUDUSD buyers had their shot today and missed. What next?

The AUDUSD attempted to break above resistance but failed, resulting in a pullback to a swing area. The currency pair needs to break below the lower end of the swing area to increase bearish bias or move back above the 100-day moving average to tilt the bias to the upside.

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USDCHF range trading today: What lies ahead matters more

Don't be stuck in the narrow trading range. Look ahead to seize opportunities in the USDCHF market.

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EURUSD & GBPUSD are trying to move higher but ups & downs continue. The USDJPY is higher.

USD is mixed to start the trading day.

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Don’t be Burned in the Churn

Overview: The broad consolidation in the dollar after the gyrations at the end of last week continues, and within it the greenback is a bit softer today. Among the G10 currencies, only the yen is failing to post gains. Most emerging market currencies, led by central Europe, are also firmer today. A notable exception is a handful of Asian currencies, include the South Korean won, Taiwanese dollar, and the Philippine peso. The market's focus is on...

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