Fears that Germany may fall into a recession causes concern and weighs heavy on the EUR. Germany’s Central Bank signals warnings that the country may slip into a recession, predicting lower GDP numbers in the coming quarters.
Germany depends on exports to China and The United States, which are currently in a bitter trade war. Also, weak global auto sales hurts the sector for carmakers.
Let’s not forget the country is still concerned about a disorderly Brexit deal, this is weighing heavy on the EUR as well. This is an opportunity for price to trade toward the downside and bounce of the harmonic pattern.