USD/JPY – Surging yen improves to 15-week highThe Japanese yen continues to rally. USD/JPY is trading at 148.86 in the European session, down 0.31% on the day at the time of writing. On Thursday, the yen strengthened as much as 148.50, its best showing since May 11.
Only three weeks ago, the yen looked dead in the water. USD/JPY was trading just shy of 162, its highest level in almost four decades. Since then, the yen has been on an absolute tear, rising a staggering 7.9%, including 3.1% this week.
What is driving the yen’s spectacular turnaround? First, the Bank of Japan raised interest rates this week to 0.25%. Although rates remain at low levels, this rate increase, the second since March, indicates that the BoJ is slowly making the shift to normalization after decades of an ultra-loose accommodative policy.
The BoJ also announced it would taper its bond purchases, which is another tightening step.
Second, investors have become less enthusiastic about the US dollar now that a September cut is looking very likely and are looking to park their assets elsewhere.
The US economy is showing some signs of weakness, such as this week’s ISM manufacturing PMI for July, which posted the sharpest contraction since November 2023. This has driven funds away from the US dollar towards safe-haven assets such as the yen. Today’s nonfarm payrolls are expected to fall from 206 thousand to 175 thousand, which could further boost the yen at the expense of the US dollar.
This week’s BoJ rate hike showed that change is afoot in Japan and the government’s annual white paper on economic and fiscal policy, which was released today, supported that view. The white paper said that Japan was showing signs of breaking out of deflation, noting that businesses were now passing on costs to consumers due to increased costs from the yen’s sharp decline.
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USD/JPY continues to break below support levels. Earlier, it pushed below support at 149.19 and is testing support at 148.72. Below, there is support at 149.59
150.03 and 150.44 are the next resistance lines
Nfp
Pre NFP Analysis2nd August (NFP Pending)
DXY: could see weaker NFP (155k), DXY to retest 104.45, reject to trade down to 104 round number. Could trade down to 103.65 if <155k.
NZDUSD: Sell 0.5910 SL 15 TP 45 (DXY strength)
AUDUSD: Buy 0.6505 SL 20 TP 60 (DXY weakness)
USDJPY: Sell 148.40 SL 50 TP 210 (Hesitation at 147.30) or Buy 149.75 SL 50 TP 220 (Double Bottom)
GBPUSD: Sell 1.2690 SL 20 TP 70 (Pre news)
EURUSD: Buy 1.0825 SL 20 TP 60 (DXY weakness)
USDCHF: Sell 0.8740 SL 20 TP 60
USDCAD: Sell 1.3885 SL 20 TP 60 (DXY weakness)
Gold: Could retrace to test 2450 then rebound to 2480
Tight BOE 5-4 Vote on Rate Cut Hinges on Bailey's Decision Tight BOE 5-4 Vote on Rate Cut Hinges on Bailey's Decision
A Reuters survey indicates that most economists anticipate the Bank of England (BOE) reducing interest rates at its August meeting. The poll revealed that over 80% of respondents expect a rate cut.
We could see a close decision by the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), with a 5-4 split in favor of a rate cut, leaving Governor Andrew Bailey to cast the deciding vote.
Market sentiment, however, remains more divided. Although, the investor outlook is gradually aligning with the expectation of a rate reduction with a slight majority predicting that rates will be cut.
Over in the US, the nonfarm payrolls report is forecasted to show a decline from 206,000 in June to 175,000 in July.
Contrary to this consensus, Bank of America economist Michael Gapen predicts a significant rise in nonfarm payrolls to 225,000 for July, the highest since March.
While the July jobs report may not drastically shift the Federal Reserve's policy direction, it will be pivotal in solidifying expectations for a rate cut in September.
EUR/USD Key Levels: 1.075 - 1.081 - 1.066 General Overview:
The EUR/USD pair has recently lost ground in a short-term bullish recovery, testing new two-week lows near the 1.0800 level, as the movement's momentum has drained out ahead of updates on EU GDP data. The latest Federal Reserve interest rate decision is expected on Wednesday, with a new round of US Nonfarm Payrolls (NFP) scheduled for Friday.
Fundamental Analysis:
The US Dollar (USD) started the week on a positive note, reversing consecutive daily gains in EUR/USD and testing three-day lows near the 1.0800 region. Expectations of interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve (Fed) and the European Central Bank (ECB) after the summer break have influenced market dynamics.
In terms of monetary policy, the Fed is expected to keep rates unchanged at the July 31 meeting, while the easing cycle is anticipated to begin in September. The ECB, according to recent comments from Vice President Luis de Guindos, may also cut rates in September. This policy divergence between the Fed and the ECB could lead to further weakening of the European currency in the medium term.
Key Macroeconomic Data:
Market participants will closely follow the release of preliminary Q2 GDP data from both Germany and the Eurozone, as well as advanced inflation data from Germany, scheduled for July 30. The preliminary Eurozone CPI report will be released on Wednesday, followed by the outcome of the FOMC monetary policy meeting. Finally, key US macroeconomic data, including the Nonfarm Payrolls (NFP) report scheduled for Friday, will be crucial in determining the next moves for the EUR/USD pair.
Technical Outlook:
From a technical perspective, spot prices showed resilience below the 50% Fibonacci retracement level of the June-July rally on Monday, although the lack of significant buying suggests caution for bulls. Oscillators on the daily chart are starting to gain negative traction, suggesting that the path of least resistance for EUR/USD is to the downside.
Spot prices could weaken further below the 61.8% Fibonacci level near the 1.0775 region and test the next relevant support near the 1.0745 horizontal zone. This is closely followed by the 78.6% Fibonacci level near the 1.0730 area, below which EUR/USD could challenge the June monthly low, around the 1.0660 region, with some intermediate support near the psychological 1.0700 mark.
Conversely, any subsequent move up is likely to confront resistance near the 1.0840-1.0845 region or the 38.2% Fibonacci level. Sustained strength beyond this could lift the EUR/USD pair above the 1.0865 horizontal barrier towards the 1.0885-1.0890 region. Continued buying beyond the 1.0900 level should allow bulls to aim back towards retesting the multi-month peak, around the mid-1.0900s.
NFP/USDT PLAN NFP/USDT appears promising for a potential bullish advancement. The price is currently surpassing the trendline resistance on the 6-hour time frame. A successful breakout could indicate a forthcoming bullish move of around 50-80% in the coming days. Please note that this is not financial advice; always conduct your own research (DYOR).
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NFP looks good here. Forming a falling wedge-like structure in the daily time frame confirms its deviation below the trendline and gets back inside the wedge which is a bullish scenario. Buy some now and add more in the dip.
Entry range:- $0.28-$0.31
Targets:- $0.43/$0.58/$0.76/$1.12/$1.44/$1.84
SL:- $0.20
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USNAS100 / New All-Time Highs and NFP Implications Technical Analysis: New All-Time Highs and NFP Implications
Today's Outlook:
The price has recently surged past previous high levels, trending towards a new all-time high around 20410. A retest of this level might occur, potentially driving the price down to 20100. However, today's Non-Farm Payroll (NFP) announcement is expected to significantly impact market movements.
Bearish Scenario:
For a bearish trend to be confirmed, the price must break below 20100 and stabilize with a 4-hour candle close beneath this level. This could lead to further declines towards 19845 and potentially 19625.
Bullish Scenario:
As long as the price remains above 20100, the bullish trend is likely to continue, targeting 20410 and 20540. There is also a possibility of a retest down to 20100 before resuming the upward movement.
Key Levels:
Pivot Line: 20220
Resistance Levels: 20400, 20540, 20750
Support Levels: 20100, 19960, 19625
Today's Expected Range:
The price is expected to fluctuate between the support at 19625 and the resistance at 20540.
NFP Scenarios:
- Previous Result: 272K
- Expectation: 191K
If the NFP release is less than 191K, the indices are likely to follow a bullish scenario. Conversely, a result exceeding 191K, particularly around 250K, would likely lead to a bearish scenario.
In summary, today's market direction will be heavily influenced by the NFP results and the key price levels outlined. Monitoring these factors will be crucial for navigating the day's trading volatility.
Gold (XAUUSD) supports and resists with volume combinations.Gold (XAUUSD) supports and resists volume combinations.
As of recently, I have marked the major zone of 2290 as a major support and supply zone from where the price rejected 5 times and marked the zone as a valid point for but.
After the market touches the 2450 zone on May 19, 2024, the price falls and wipes out the buyer to their supply zone of 2290, and after some consolidation periods and a market range at 2320 to 2340 on Friday on NFP, the market will break its previous June high of 2387.
Now the market trends look bullish after 2387 zone confirmations, and the price targets will be 2410 and 2450, but for that, we need strong bullish volume with confirmation candles.
USD/CAD steady as job growth falls in Canada, USThe Canadian dollar is showing little movement on Friday. In the North American session, USD/CAD is trading at 1.3618, up 0.05% on the day.
Canada and the US released employment data today and surprisingly, the Canadian dollar has showed almost no reaction.
Canada’s labor market contracted in June, with a decrease of 1.4 thousand. This follows a gain of 26.7 thousand in May and was well below the market estimate of a 22.5 thousand gain. The unemployment rate rose to 6.4%, up from 6.2% in May and higher than the market estimate of 6.3%. At the same time, wage growth climbed 5.6% in June, up from 5.2% and the 5.3% market estimate.
The Bank of Canada will be pleased with the weaker job data but the sharp increase in wages could complicate plans to lower interest rates. The BoC cut rates in June for the first time since March 2020, the first major central bank to do so. The Bank wants to see a further cooling of the economy and lower inflation before it feels confident delivering a second rate cut.
The US economy added 206 thousand jobs in June, beating the market estimated of 190 thousand. The May reading was revised sharply lower from an initial 272 thousand and the April data was also revised lower. This indicates that the labor market is weakening and could set up a quarter-point rate cut in September.
Federal Reserve officials remain cautious about shifting rate policy and have stressed that a rate cut will have to wait until they are confident that inflation will continue to move sustainably towards the 2% target. New York Fed President John Williams echoed this stance on Friday, saying that the Fed had lowered inflation significantly but “we still have a way to go to reach our 2% target on a sustained basis”.
The Fed may be in a cautious mood but the markets are becoming more confident of a September cut. The odds have risen to 72% following today’s employment release, up from 68% immediately before the release and just 58% one week ago, according to the CME’s FedWatch.
USD/CAD is testing resistance at 1.3621. Above, there is resistance at 1.3656
There is support at 1.3600 and 1.3586
THE KOG REPORT - NFPTHE KOG REPORT – NFP
This is our view for NFP, please do your own research and analysis to make an informed decision on the markets. It is not recommended you try to trade the event if you have less than 6 months trading experience and have a trusted risk strategy in place. The markets are extremely volatile, and these events can cause aggressive swings in price.
Before we start, remember, the trade comes after the event, let them move the price to where they want and then look for a set up to get in. We’ve highlighted the key levels this time with the potential path due to the range being so big, and yes, we’re still in the range believe it or not! So, for that reason, we have the extreme level of support below 2340-45 and below that 2335 which is also our bias level. If targeted and held, a bounce here could be on the cards with a move to continue upside and higher up. This is a key level, if broken, we complete the move downside again more likely to target the 2320 region, so please play caution.
Our ideal scenario here is for them to take the price upside, first level of importance 2380-85 which needs to break for us to go higher and target the 2400 level which will then give us the extreme level 2405-10 which is where we feel the stretch can go and that’s where the ideal short will come from, most probably next week.
It’s a difficult one to navigate but the range is still in play and the extreme levels are worth taking note if there is huge volume and a curve ball.
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Gold Analysis Ahead of NFP Report: Will it Fall ? (READ CAPTION)By analyzing the gold chart on the 4-hour timeframe, we observe that the price is trading around $2364 and is close to the supply zone of $2369 to $2387. Today, we have the NFP report being released, and if the actual figures exceed the forecasted numbers, we are likely to see the dollar index strengthen, leading to a potential drop in gold prices. In case of a decline, the potential targets would be $2350, $2342, $2337, and $2318, respectively.
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S&P 500 / Key Price Levels and Scenarios Amid NFP ImpactS&P 500 Analysis: Navigating Volatility with Key Price Levels and Scenarios Amid NFP Impact
The S&P 500 currently faces a significant supply zone between 5525 and 5550, having recently hit a new all-time high at 5550. Despite this, the broader outlook remains bullish, especially after stabilizing above the previous resistance level of 5525. However, the upcoming Non-Farm Payroll (NFP) report is poised to significantly impact the market.
Bullish Scenario:
To maintain the bullish momentum, the price needs to break through the supply zone and continue upward towards 5635. A 4-hour candle closing above 5550 would indicate a continued uptrend for the following week.
Bearish Scenario:
Conversely, if the price drops and stabilizes below 5525, it would signal a bearish trend, potentially leading to declines towards 5491 and 5460.
Key Levels:
Pivot Line: 5550 - 5525
Resistance Levels: 5590, 5620, 5645
Support Levels: 5491, 5460, 5440
Today's Expected Trading Range:
Today's trading range is anticipated to be between the resistance at 5635 and the support at 5460.
NFP Scenarios:
- Previous Result: 272K
- Expectation: 191K
If the NFP release is less than 191K, the indices are likely to follow a bullish scenario. Conversely, a result exceeding 191K, particularly around 250K, would likely lead to a bearish scenario.
In summary, the market's direction hinges on the NFP results and critical price levels. Monitoring these key levels and the NFP report will be crucial for navigating the S&P 500's volatility.
AUD/USD: One of better options for US dollar bearsThe AUD/USD is the one to watch in the event we see a negative dollar reaction to today's US jobs report, which is due for release shortly. A headline print of 191K is expected, but watch out for revisions to prior months' data too.
AUD/USD's recent performance points higher
The AUD/USD has been performing well due to strong Australian inflation and a hawkish stance from the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA).
It reached its highest level since January due to weaker-than-expected US data this week, which fueled speculation about a potential Fed rate cut in September.
Boost from Recent Data:
- Retail Sales: Increased by 0.6% month-over-month (m/m), surpassing the expected 0.3%.
- Building Approvals: Rose by 5.5% m/m, beating the forecasted 1.5%.
Inflation and Rate Hikes:
- Australia's latest inflation report showed a significant rise to 4.0% year-over-year (y/y), higher than the expected 3.8% and April's 3.6%.
- This has led investors to speculating over a 50% chance of another rate hike by the RBA, while expectations for a US rate cut are increasing.
AUD/USD Technical Analysis:
- The AUD/USD had been consolidating in a bullish continuation pattern near its highs.
- It recently broke out of this to reach its best level since January. If this breakout holds after NFP then a potential rise towards bigger resistance in the 0.6850-0.6900 range could get underway
- The line in the sand for me is at 0.6620, break below would be a bearish technical development
Trading Outlook:
- The combination of strong fundamentals and positive technical signals makes AUD/USD an attractive pair to trade on the long side, especially if US data continues to weaken.
- This pair is potentially a better long candidate compared to others like EUR/USD, which has election risks, or JPY/USD (I know, I know, it is USD/JPY), which faces potential government intervention.
By Fawad Razaqzada, market analyst at FOREX.com
Pre NFP Analysis5th July (NFP day)
DXY: Consolidating on 105 support, If NFP is weaker, could trade down to 104.65. Stronger NFP, DXY needs to break 105.40 before considered bullish
NZDUSD: Buy 0.6150 SL 20 TP 60 (DXY weakness)
AUDUSD: Sell 0.67 SL 20 TP 75 (DXY strength)
USDJPY: Buy 161.15 SL 30 TP 80 (DXY strength)
GBPUSD: Sell 1.2790 SL 20 TP 55 (DXY strength)
EURUSD: Buy 1.0850 SL 20 TP 55 (DXY weakness)
USDCHF: Sell 0.8960 SL 20 TP 60 (DXY weakness)
USDCAD: Buy 1.3625 SL 25 TP 75 (CAD weakness, DXY strength)
Gold: Break above 2370 could trade up to 2390 (DXY weakness)
USD/JPY dips after US services data stumblesThe Japanese yen has rebounded on Thursday and is trading at 161.01, down 0.43% on the day. The yen has been on a slide over the past four weeks and has declined by 3.9% during that time. On Wednesday, the yen fell as low as 161.95, its lowest level since 1986. US markets are closed today for the Fourth of July holiday.
The US ISM Services PMI disappointed on Wednesday, dropping to 48.8 in June. This was well below the May reading of 53.8 and the market estimate of 52.6 and marked the weakest reading since May 2020. The 50.0 level separates contraction from expansion.
The Federal Reserve won’t mind the weak services data as its looks for signs of a slowdown before it lowers interest rates. The employment component of the Services PMI eased to 46.1 from 47.1 and the US market will be in the spotlight on Friday with the release of nonfarm payrolls for June. The markets are bracing for a gain of 190 thousand, compared to the surprisingly strong gain of 272 thousand in May. If nonfarm payrolls fall below the 200 thousand level, it will lend strong support for a rate cut in September, which currently has a 66% probability, according to the CME’s FedWatch.
Japan’s Household Spending reeled off 13 straight declines before ending the streak with a gain of 0.5% m/m for April. The May report will be released early Friday and a weak gain of 0.1% is expected. Japanese consumers have been squeezed by high prices and weak consumer consumption is hampering sustained economic growth, which the Bank of Japan wants to see before it tightens monetary policy.
USD/JPY Technical
USD/JPY has pushed below the support at 1.6148 and is testing support at 161.00
There is resistance at 162.18 and 162.66
Brace for NFP, ECB Forum, and two major elections This week is set to be a pivotal one for global markets, with significant economic and political events on both sides of the Atlantic.
In the United States, the spotlight will be on nonfarm payrolls at the end of the week, with the economy expected to have added 180,000 jobs in June. This would mark a slowdown from the 272,000 jobs added in May and signal a cooling of the labor market.
Across the Atlantic, political developments in France and the United Kingdom are likely to dominate market movements.
France's Parliamentary Elections:
France held the first round of its parliamentary elections on Sunday. The far-right National Rally party, led by Marine Le Pen and Jordan Bardella, has surged to first place, securing 33.5% of votes according to recent polls. The second round of voting is scheduled for July 7.
The dissolution of the National Assembly by President Emmanuel Macron earlier this month has already caused volatility in French stocks. However, some see this as a buying opportunity. Eden Bradfield of BlackBull Research commented, "Our preference list includes Kering, LVMH, Richemont, Brunello, and Hermes at the right price."
Adding to the busy week, the European Central Bank (ECB) will host its annual forum in Sintra from Monday to Wednesday. The event will gather central bank governors, including Jerome Powell of the U.S. Federal Reserve, Roberto Campos Neto of the Brazilian Central Bank, Andrew Bailey of the Bank of England, and Christine Lagarde of the ECB.
On the economic front, Consumer Price Index (CPI) reports for the Eurozone and Germany are due this week. These reports are anticipated to show a slight easing in inflation, which will be closely monitored by investors and policymakers alike.
UK General Elections:
In the United Kingdom, a major political shift is anticipated on July 4. Polls suggest a landslide victory for Keir Starmer’s Labour Party and a major defeat for Rishi Sunak’s Conservatives, who have been in power for 14 years.
For the exact date and time of these major economic events, import the BlackBull Markets Economic Calendar to receive alerts directly in your email inbox.
NFP looks bearishIt looks like we have a large diametric that we are now in wave E of.
Wave E must have at least time to the vertical line on the chart.
Keeping the red range is expected to complete wave E.
The targets are clear on the chart.
Closing a daily candle above the invalidation level will violate the analysis
For risk management, please don't forget stop loss and capital management
When we reach the first target, save some profit and then change the stop to entry
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NFPUSDT - Breakout of Larger TriangleNFP price has climbed its way out of the triangle or falling wedge plotted and is looking to attempt to find support on the upper trend line of the triangle
Once support is found bullish activity will ensue
Overall the trend is down on this 4Hr chart but I expect a reversal due to the break above the triangle or falling wedge
THE KOG REPORT - NFP THE KOG REPORT – NFP
This is our view for NFP, please do your own research and analysis to make an informed decision on the markets. It is not recommended you try to trade the event if you have less than 6 months trading experience and have a trusted risk strategy in place. The markets are extremely volatile, and these events can cause aggressive swings in price.
Please note, this NFP looks like it’s going to slip a lot of traders up, so please be careful if you’re going to trade it, otherwise, like us, stay out of the market and come back to it on Monday where we will find better, cleaner opportunities. We’ve done well in Camelot, we’re not going to risk anything on this NFP, not even a 0.01lot.
So, we have an early session move downside into the support region 2330-35 with extension into the 2325 price point, which if held here could give us bounce up into the order region above 2345-50 which is where ideally we will want to see the price pre-event. We’ve plotted the extreme levels on the chart and the potential move, the extreme support level sitting at 2305-10 which, if they do take the price down into, we feel the RIP upside will come from to at least the 2330 price point.
We would say below the 2355-60 region we’re looking lower, and that price point will need to hold for us to see a continuation of the move. The structure needs to form however!
On the flip, breaking above the 2355 region we could see this attempt the 2400-2405 price point before we even think about shorting it.
It’s one or the other for us, it either comes down into extreme level and we’ll look for a set up after the event, or, it goes up into extreme level and we’ll look for a set up. In the middle, we’re not interested in trying to catch the moves today.
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