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Fundamental Market Analysis for October 2, 2024 GBPUSDGBPUSD: The GBP/USD pair remains weak after losses recorded in the previous session, trading near 1.32800 during Asian hours on Wednesday. The decline could be attributed to risk aversion due to rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, which is undermining the risk-sensitive Pound Sterling (GBP) and the GBP/USD pair. Iran launched more than 200 ballistic missiles at Israel on Tuesday, shortly after the US warned a strike was imminent. The Israel Defense Forces said several missiles were intercepted and one person was killed in the West Bank, according to Bloomberg. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed to retaliate against Iran after Tuesday's missile attack. In response, Tehran warned that any retaliatory strike would cause “immense destruction”, raising fears of the possibility of a wider conflict. The US Dollar (USD) is receiving support from the latest speech from Federal Reserve (Fed) Chairman Jerome Powell. Powell stated that the central bank will cut interest rates gradually over time. Fed Chairman Powell added that the recent half-point interest rate cut should not be seen as a sign of similarly aggressive action in the future, noting that upcoming rate changes are likely to be more modest. On Tuesday, Bank of England (BoE) Governor Megan Green warned that a recovery in United Kingdom (UK) consumption could trigger a new wave of inflation. However, Green noted that further interest rate cuts are likely as prices are “moving in the right direction,” Bloomberg reported. Trading recommendation: Watch the level of 1.33000, if it is fixed above consider Buy positions, if it rebounds consider Sell positions.
by Fresh-Forexcast2004
GBP/USD Longs to Shorts. Bullish pressure weakens...I expect price to push a bit higher to reach the weekly supply zone above. However, since price hasn’t fully broken structure and has instead swept liquidity at the Asian session high before dropping back down, this weakens the validity of the 7-hour demand zone I previously marked. Given the failure to break structure to the upside, I wouldn't be surprised if price starts to decline. I’ll be watching for it to reach the 6-hour demand zone around 1.32000, where I’ll look for new buy opportunities. Confluences for GU Longs: - Price has left a clean 7-hour demand zone, which could trigger a bullish reaction. - The overall higher time frame trend is bullish, making this a pro-trend idea. - There’s significant liquidity to the upside, along with an unmitigated weekly supply zone. - The US Dollar Index (DXY) remains bearish, aligning with the bullish outlook for GBP/USD. Note: If price reaches the supply zone above, I'll also be looking for a potential reversal, which could present a strong sell opportunity. With NFP (Non-Farm Payroll) this week, be on the lookout for any significant moves.
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by Hassan_fx
GBP/USD Longs from1.32000 back up This week's analysis for GBP/USD (GU) focuses on a potential retracement back to the 6-hour demand zone I've identified. Currently, the price is at one of my points of interest (POI) from last week, and we're already seeing signs of rejection. This suggests that the price may start moving downward from its current level. We’ll wait for mitigation at the demand zone before considering long positions again. However, if the price breaks through the supply zone and continues upward, there's an unmitigated weekly supply zone that could trigger a reversal. We'll have to monitor this, but for now, I’m aligned with the current bullish trend and hope to see a retracement, providing an optimal entry for buys. Key confluences for a potential GU buy: - The price has broken significant structure to the upside, indicating a desire to continue upward. - There’s a clean, unmitigated 6-hour demand zone, my main point of interest for potential long opportunities. - This analysis is in line with the prevailing bullish trend we're observing. - The dollar is showing bearish tendencies, which further supports a bullish outlook for GU. P.S. If the price suddenly drops and breaks through the demand zone, we can expect a major reaction at that level.
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by Hassan_fx
GBPUSD: Momentum Waning - Mid-Level Test Expected Soon!A bit late to this one, but if the price moves back above the breakdown area, I’ll consider taking a short position. There’s significant weakness against the dollar in most pairs. This could be short-lived, but it looks like this one might be rolling over for good, at least down to the mid-level. A conservative target is 1.2950. If things go as expected, we could comfortably trade in the 1.27 range within the next week or two.
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by ZelfTrade
GBP/USD Sell to buy idea from 1.32000 to 1.30400GU Analysis for This Week: My outlook on GU this week largely depends on how the market opens. If the price moves downward and breaks structure by taking out the liquidity at the swing low, I expect a retracement to the 12-hour demand zone. In this scenario, the 10-hour supply zone I marked would become more valid, although there is also a possibility that price could move there first. This would lead to an initial sell-off, to ride the price down until it fills the imbalance just above the demand zone. Once price reaches this point, it would fill a level of imbalance, potentially triggering stronger buying pressure. Confluences for GU Sells: - The price has been forming lower lows and lower highs. - There is an imbalance below that needs to be filled, along with a demand level. - A 10-hour demand zone was left untouched by the NFP news event. - There is significant liquidity below, providing clear target levels for take profit. - This analysis aligns well with the dollar index (DXY) chart. Note: If the price invalidates the current supply, my ideal scenario would be for the price to reach the 11-hour supply zone at the very top, as it offers a more premium level to sell from. Have a great trading week, everyone!
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by Hassan_fx
GBP/USD long possibilities from 1.31000 back upMy analysis for GBP/USD (GU) looks promising for both buy and sell opportunities. With the recent shift in market character to the downside and a break of structure, we may see the price entering a downtrend. However, there are key zones lined up that could support either scenario. Currently, the price is approaching a significant demand level at a psychological point, which may influence the market direction. I'm planning to watch for a slowdown and accumulation in my zone around mid-week, aiming to buy from the 18-hour demand zone. Once the price enters this zone, I'll monitor the lower time frame for a character change to the upside for a precise entry. Confluences for GU buy opportunities include: - The higher time frame has been bullish, with a break of structure to the upside. - A clear 18-hour demand zone has been established, which also caused a break of structure to the upside. - There's substantial liquidity to the upside, including untouched Asian session highs. - This aligns with the higher time frame trend, making it a pro-trend trade setup. P.S. If the price retraces upwards, there is a 5-hour supply zone that previously broke structure to the downside, which could provide a good opportunity to continue the short-term bearish trend.
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by Hassan_fx
GBP/USD Shorts from 1.32600 for retracement My expected analysis for the week is that price will slow down at market open and potentially sell off from the 16-hour supply zone. Once price enters this zone, I will wait for an Asia high sweep and look for distribution on the lower time frames. If price breaks through this supply zone, there is an 18-hour supply zone where price might react. However, since this is a counter-trend trade idea, I expect price to retrace from this bias, allowing me to eventually buy from either the 4-hour supply zone or the 18-hour supply zone. Confluences for GU Sells are as follows: - Price has been very bullish, so a retracement is needed to sustain the upward movement. - The recent price action has been very parabolic, leading to unhealthy price behavior. - There are imbalances and liquidity below that need to be filled. - The 16-hour supply zone presents a potential opportunity for short trades. P.S. If price doesn't tap into the supply zone, I'll wait for it to come down to a demand zone before looking for buys to rejoin the trend. Have a great trading week, guys!
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by Hassan_fx
GBP/USD Longs from 1.2700 back up to supplyI'm eyeing a long opportunity for GU at the 5-hour demand zone around 1.2700. The price has changed character to the upside, leaving a clean, unmitigated demand zone with a small imbalance above. While price might dip into a supply zone or move up to mitigate the 22-hour supply zone for a potential sell-off, I’m more inclined to see it return to the demand level for a possible buy, targeting the Asia high and liquidity above. Confluences for GU Buys: - Price shifted to the upside, leaving a clean 5-hour demand zone. - Imbalance above the demand zone that needs filling. - Significant liquidity above, including the Asia high and trend line. - Bearish pressure seems to be weakening. P.S. If price breaks the demand zone, it will confirm a stronger bearish trend, and I’ll wait for a new supply zone to join the trend. Have a great trading week, everyone!
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by Hassan_fx
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GU Shorts from 1.28600 back downThis week, GU is expected to align with its bearish trend. Following the recent downside structure break, I anticipate a retracement back up before continuing lower. Once price reaches the 22-hour supply zone, I will look for distribution on the lower timeframe to confirm the continuation of the bearish trend. If price continues to drop and hits the 9-hour demand zone, I will monitor for accumulation signals to potentially buy back up in the short term, targeting the nearest supply zone. Given the significant liquidity on both sides, I will proceed with caution. Confluences for GU Sells: Structure Break: Price has broken structure to the downside, establishing new supply zones. DXY Correlation: The bullish outlook on the DXY supports the bearish GU bias. Liquidity: There is substantial liquidity to the downside that remains untouched. Trend Consistency: Both higher and lower timeframes show a bearish trend. P.S. I am focusing on sell opportunities this week, as the current trend remains bearish. With minimal news impacting the market, trading conditions appear favorable.
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by Hassan_fx
Fundamental Market Analysis for August 1, 2024 GBPUSDThe Pound-Dollar pair is unable to capitalize on the positive movement following the FOMC meeting and is fluctuating in a narrow trading range during the Asian session on Thursday. Spot prices are currently trading around the mid-1.28000s, almost unchanged for the day as traders prefer to take a wait-and-see approach in anticipation of the Bank of England (BoE) policy update. Signs that global inflationary pressures are easing have fueled speculation that the UK central bank will cut interest rates later today. In fact, financial markets estimate the likelihood of the Bank of England cutting rates from a 16-year high of 5.25% to be more than 65%, and expect another quarter-point cut before the end of the year. This, in turn, will help to strengthen the British Pound (GBP) and boost the GBP/USD pairing. However, investors are far from confident that the Bank of England will take immediate action as UK services inflation remains uncomfortably high. This, in turn, is deterring traders from placing fresh directional bets on the GBP/USD pair and resulting in a subdued range of price action. As such, the focus will be on the accompanying monetary policy statement and comments from Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey at the post-meeting press conference. Ahead of a key central bank risk event, the US Dollar (USD) selling bias following the FOMC meeting continues to provide some support for GBP/USD and should help limit the downside. The US central bank acknowledged recent progress in inflation and a cooling in the labor market. In addition, Fed Chairman Jerome Powell signaled the likelihood of a rate cut soon if inflation remains in line with expectations and led to a decline in US Treasury yields. Trading recommendation: Trade predominantly with Buy orders from the current price level.
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by Fresh-Forexcast2004
Fundamental Market Analysis for July 29, 2024 GBPUSDThe Pound-Dollar pair is trading on a stronger note around 1.28750 in the early hours of European trading on Monday. The dollar's decline amid hopes of an interest rate cut by the US Federal Reserve (Fed) in September is providing some support to the major pair. The US Federal Reserve (Fed) interest rate decision will be published on Wednesday, no changes in the rate are expected. Most analysts and traders expect the Fed to leave the interest rate unchanged at its next meeting on Wednesday. The U.S. Federal Reserve may signal this week that an interest rate cut is around the corner, although many expect it to hold rates steady until its next rate decision in September. Investors now see the first rate cut coming by mid-September, estimating a 100% Fed rate cut of at least a quarter percentage point by then, according to CME FedWatch Tool data. Traders will also be watching the FOMC press conference closely for new stimulus. A dovish FOMC tone could undermine the US Dollar and create a tailwind for GBP/USD. As for the British Pound, the Bank of England may cut interest rates at its August meeting on Thursday, which would be the first rate cut since 2020. Markets are predicting a 50% probability of a quarter-point rate cut on Thursday, although opinions are divided on whether the cut will happen now or at the next meeting in September. Trading recommendation: Trade in the 1.28400-1.28850 channel on a bounce from the levels.
by Fresh-Forexcast2004
GBP/USD Shorts from 1.29200 back downI am looking for sell opportunities in GBP/USD. Recently, the price dropped and broke structure to the downside, indicating a bearish trend. To capitalize on this move, I expect a retracement back to our marked points of interest (POIs). Once the price retraces to these POIs, I'll be watching for a Wyckoff distribution pattern on the lower time frame to initiate sell positions. There’s significant liquidity below, making this a pro-trend idea that aligns with my bullish dollar bias. Confluences for GU Sells: Trend Formation: Price is forming lower lows and lower highs. Supply Zone: A 5-hour supply zone caused the recent break of structure. Liquidity: Significant liquidity below in the form of trend lines and Asia lows. Dollar Strength: DXY (Dollar) is bullish on the higher time frame, supporting this pro-trend trade idea. P.S. If the price continues to drop without tapping into my supply zone, I will wait for it to reach the 17-hour demand zone and look for buy opportunities back up. However, I am more inclined toward sell positions.
Short
by Hassan_fx
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GBP/USD Shorts are becoming more dominant? GU sell opportunities are looking increasingly favorable as the dollar continues to rise. We now have some high-quality supply zones, specifically the 19-hour and 4-hour zones. If the price breaks the nearby low and structure again, the 2-hour supply zone I’ve identified will become more valid. Since the price is not near any of my high-time-frame points of interest (POIs), if it keeps falling, I expect the imbalances to be filled and the demand zones to be mitigated. Ideally, we will see a reaction from the 3-hour or 17-hour demand zones. Confluences for GU Sells: The dollar is bullish, indicating GU should trend downward. Valid supply zones are forming, presenting potential bearish trade setups. There are numerous imbalances and liquidity below that can be targeted. The price has changed character and broken structure to the downside on the higher time frame. P.S. I will closely monitor the price action throughout the week and adapt accordingly. It appears that a sell position is becoming more likely due to the Wyckoff distribution observed on the high time frame.
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by Hassan_fx
GBP/USD Longs from 1.29400 back up This pro-trend idea aligns with the current bullish momentum, as we see price break structure once again. The recent impulsive move broke the previous supply, creating a new demand zone. I will now await a pullback to this demand zone, specifically a promising 3-hour demand. However, I won't be surprised if price continues to climb, reaching a supply area and then dropping to a deeper demand level. This could occur as price fills the imbalances left from the impulsive move. Confluences for GU Buys: Price has been very bullish, breaking structure to the upside. The current trend is bullish, matching the dropping DXY. There is significant liquidity to the upside, with strong bullish candles on the higher time frame. Demand zones have been created near the current price, indicating potential for another rally. P.S. I won't be surprised if price opens with volatility. A major incident involving Donald Trump in the USA could cause price gaps. Therefore, I will patiently wait for the market to settle before making any moves.
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by Hassan_fx
Fundamental Market Analysis for July 12, 2024 GBPUSDThe Pound-Dollar pair fluctuated between weak gains and minor losses around the 1.29000 mark during the Asian session on Friday and remains within striking distance of the yearly peak reached the previous day. The US Dollar (USD) is attracting some buyers on the back of a good rise in US Treasury yields and is moving away from the near three-month low reached the day before, which in turn acts as a headwind for GBP/USD. Meanwhile, weaker US consumer inflation data released on Thursday raised market bets on the imminent start of the Federal Reserve's (Fed) rate cut cycle in September. This could curb a significant rise in U.S. bond yields. In addition, the prevailing risk-on bias may deter traders from aggressively bullish bets on the safe-haven Dollar. The British Pound (GBP), on the other hand, continues to receive support from data released on Thursday that the UK economy grew at a faster-than-expected 0.4% in May. This comes on the back of recent comments from Bank of England (BoE) policymakers that dashed hopes of a rate cut in August. On Wednesday, Bank of England MPC member Catherine Mann said that until there is a slowdown in service price growth, she would not advocate an interest rate cut. To add to this, Hugh Pill, the Bank of England's chief economist, noted that there is still some work to be done before the domestic permanent component of inflation disappears. The aforementioned fundamental backdrop seems to be leaning in favor of the bulls and suggests that the path of least resistance for the GBP/USD pair lies to the upside. Thus, any significant corrective decline could still be seen as a buying opportunity and is likely to remain limited. Nevertheless, spot prices remain on track to end a third consecutive week in the green. Traders now await the release of the US Producer Price Index (PPI) and the University of Michigan Consumer Sentiment Survey due later in the North American session, looking for short-term opportunities on the last day of the week. Trading recommendation: Trade predominantly with Buy orders from the current price level.
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by Fresh-Forexcast2004
Fundamental Market Analysis for July 09, 2024 GBPUSDThe Pound-Dollar pair briefly tested a fresh four-week high on Monday, rising above 1.28400 before broad market flows pushed cable back down to the week's opening prices just above 1.28000. UK data remains sparse this week, with traders' expectations facing an overly cautious Federal Reserve (Fed). Fed speakers are pushing for further signs that US inflation is easing to reach the Fed's 2% annual inflation target. Fed Chairman Jerome Powell will make the first of two appearances this week when he presents the Fed's latest semi-annual monetary policy report to the U.S. Senate Banking Committee. Fed Chairman Powell will then repeat his appearance when he testifies before the US House Financial Services Committee on Wednesday. Key US inflation data will be released later this week, with the Consumer Price Index (CPI) coming out on Thursday and the Wholesale Producer Price Index (PPI) on Friday. Traders hoping for further easing in inflation to push the Fed to cut rates sooner may be disappointed later in the week as the CPI and PPI inflation forecasts will either remain unchanged or rise slightly. UK data is also limited this week, with various speeches from Bank of England (BoE) policymakers scheduled for Wednesday and the results of the industrial and manufacturing activity survey on Thursday. UK industrial and manufacturing output is expected to rise in May after a slight contraction in the previous month. Trading recommendation: Watch the level of 1.28000, on the rebound take Buy positions. If we consolidate below, take Sell positions.
by Fresh-Forexcast2004
Fundamental Market Analysis for June 24, 2024 GBPUSDThe Pound-Dollar pair starts the new week on a subdued note and remains within striking distance of the lowest level since mid-May reached on Friday. Spot prices are currently trading around 1.2635, with bears waiting for a sustained break and consolidation below the 100-day simple moving average (SMA) before positioning for a continuation of the recent pullback from the multi-month peak. The British Pound (GBP) continues to be threatened by last week's pause by the Bank of England (BoE), which raised the stakes for an interest rate cut at its August monetary policy meeting. To add to this, the UK flash PMI indices released on Friday showed that private sector business activity in June grew at its slowest pace since November last year. This, along with some subsequent US Dollar (USD) buying, proved to be another factor weighing on the GBP/USD pair. Market participants are still considering the possibility of two interest rate cuts by the Fed in 2024 amid signs of easing inflationary pressures in the US. This could curb further dollar strength and limit the GBP/USD pair's decline. Traders may also refrain from aggressive directional bets ahead of the UK general election on July 4 and in the absence of any market-important macroeconomic data released on Monday. Trading recommendation: Trade in the channel 1.2620-1.2680 on the rebound from the levels.
by Fresh-Forexcast2004
GBP/USD Shorts from 1.27000 back down (Pro Trend)My analysis for GU is bearish, and I am currently waiting for a pullback into a daily supply zone to look for shorting opportunities. Once the price taps into my point of interest (POI), I will look for a lower time frame (LTF) Wyckoff schematic to take the price down. With the dollar looking bullish, this analysis aligns well. Additionally, this is a pro-trend trade, as recent price action has shown lower lows and lower highs. If the price creates a new break of structure (BOS), we may see a new supply zone, which I will be monitoring closely. Confluences for GU sells are as follow: - Price broke structure to the downside on the higher time frame - Daily supply level left unmitigated thats now become our POI. - Lots of liquidity left to the downside as well as an imbalance - DXY is also correlating and supporting this idea as the dollar is looking bullish right now. - Lots of bearish pressure which means the correction is pending back up. P.S. If the price continues to drop and enters the 6-hour demand zone, I will look for buying opportunities back up to a nearby supply zone. It's important to stay adaptable based on what the market presents.
Short
by Hassan_fx
Fundamental Market Analysis for June 18, 2024 GBPUSDThe Pound Sterling (GBP) is facing selling pressure in an attempt to extend its recovery above the round resistance level of 1.27000 against the US Dollar (USD) in Tuesday's London session. The Pound-Dollar pair is declining as the US Dollar recovers from a small correction from a six-week high. The U.S. Dollar Index (DXY), which tracks the value of the dollar against six major currencies, is holding above 105.00 as Federal Reserve (Fed) officials continue to speak in favor of cutting interest rates only once this year. Fed policymakers want to see a decline in inflation within a few months to gain confidence in lowering interest rates. They remain wary of reigniting price pressures from premature rate cuts, even though the disinflation process has resumed after stalling in the first quarter of this year. On Monday, Philadelphia Fed President Patrick Harker emphasized that rates will remain unchanged for now to keep downward pressure on inflation in various sectors such as housing and services, particularly auto insurance and repair. As for the interest rate outlook, Harker believes that benchmark rates will be cut once this year if his economic forecast comes true, Reuters reported. On the economic front, investors will focus on the monthly U.S. retail sales data for May, which will be released at 15:30 GMT+3. Retail sales data, a rough gauge of consumer spending and a gauge of the inflation outlook, is estimated to have increased 0.3% after being unchanged in April. Trading recommendation: Trade predominantly with Sell orders from the current price level.
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by Fresh-Forexcast2004
GU bearish reaction from 1.27600 or 1.27800My bias for GU this week is to look for sell opportunities. I expect the price to react from the current demand zone I identified last week, which should trigger a pullback towards the supply zone. Once the price reaches either the 10-hour or 12-hour supply zone, I will look for a Wyckoff distribution on the lower time frame and a clear shift in trend, indicating the price is ready to resume its downward trend. Confluences for GU Sells are as follows: - Lots of liquidity below that needs to get taken as well as imbalances that need to get filled. - DXY is also looking bullish which aligns with this idea as well. - Price has left a clean level of supply that has been unmitigated. - Price is currently in a downtrend so this is a pro-trend idea. - Higher time frame and candle stick anatomy also show bearish P.S. If the price continues to decline, I will wait for it to enter a deeper demand zone before buying back up, assuming the new week starts off bearish. However, my overall strategy for this week is to focus on sell opportunities.
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by Hassan_fx
GBP/USD Longs from 1.2700 or 1.26700My bias for GU this week is for it to continue its bullish trend, expecting a retracement to an area of demand. I've marked two potential zones of interest: the 3-hour demand and the 10-hour demand just below it. Once the price reaches these levels, I expect it to accumulate and present a clean buying opportunity on the lower time frames. If the price doesn't form a correction and continues upward, I'll look to take sells from a supply zone near 1.27900 or slightly higher. Confluences for GU Buys are as follows: - Demand zone has caused a break of structure to the upside. - Lots of liquidity to the upside as well as that wick that needs to get filled. - Price is already been bullish so this is a pro trend trade. P.S. As of now I will be waiting to see which direction Price would like to go in and prepare myself from there. Have a great trading week guys! THANKS FOR 1K FOLLOWERS
Long
by Hassan_fx