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USD/JPY at Critical Juncture: Evaluating Peaks and Intervention The USD/JPY has surged to multi-year highs in the 151.000s amid a broader strengthening of the US Dollar and shifting trade dynamics, exerting downward pressure on the Japanese Yen. Currently positioned at 151.590, the pair finds itself within a robust resistance zone, hinting at a potential retracement following the Federal Reserve's upcoming policy meeting. As the USD/JPY approaches a critical intervention zone, historically monitored by the Bank of Japan (BoJ) for FX market stabilization, there arises a likelihood of resistance to further appreciation. This intervention zone, noted by analysts at MUFG, underscores the BoJ's proactive stance in curbing excessive Yen weakness beyond the 150.000 threshold. The proximity to this intervention zone implies a possible inflection point for the USD/JPY, suggesting a pending reversal or consolidation in the near term. Such dynamics highlight the intricate interplay between central bank interventions and market sentiment, shaping the trajectory of currency pairs like the USD/JPY.
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by FOREXN1
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XAUUSD Gold has been considered a highly valuable commodity for millennia and the gold price is widely followed in financial markets around the world. Mostly quoted in US Dollars (XAU/USD), gold price tends to increase as stocks and bonds decline. The metal holds its value well, making it a reliable safe-haven. It’s traded constantly based on the intra-day spot rate. Improve your technical analysis of live gold prices with the real-time XAU/USD chart, and read our latest gold news, expert analysis and gold price forecast. Gold price ticks lower amid reduced Fed rate cut bets, elevated US bond yields and stronger USD. Geopolitical tensions could lend some support to the safe-haven XAU/USD and help limit losses. On the flip side, the $2,175-2,176 region now seems to have emerged as an immediate strong barrier, which if cleared should allow the Gold price to challenge the record peak, around the $2,195 area touched last week. Some follow-through buying beyond the $2,200 mark will set the stage for the resumption of the uptrend witnessed since the beginning of this month. gold now buy 2153 tp1 2157 tp2 2161 tp3 2165 tp4 2169 tp5 2180 SL 2130
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by Mark804
XAUUSD : Gold continues to wait for the FOMC meetingGold is under pressure as investors wait for the Fed interest rate meeting Gold recovered slightly as the USD slowed down and investors prepared for the Fed meeting on Thursday. During the March 18 session, gold fell sharply from $2,159 to $2,146 when the USD was supported by the increase in US government bond yields before turning up and ending the day around $2,160 when the USD leveled off. Precious metals cannot break out as economic data is still good and the Fed interest rate outlook is still "hawkish". There will be no important economic data from the US today and tomorrow until Thursday when the Fed's interest rate meeting begins. Currently, gold is trading around $2,160.
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by SantaTradeGold
Usdjpy selling pressure read the caption USDJPY is churning chart paper just above the 149.01 handle as investors gear up for a central-bank-heavy week. The Bank of Japan (BoJ) is expected to deliver an update on its negative interest rate regime early in the Tuesday market session after Japan’s spring wage negotiations showed the highest wage increases in over three decades. The Federal Reserve (Fed) also expected this week and will drop its latest Dot Plot summary of interest rate projections on Wednesday
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by Mrsam36
Reduced slightly then increased againWorld gold prices increased slightly with spot gold increasing by 3 USD compared to last week's closing level to 2,161 USD/ounce. Gold futures last traded at 2,164.9 USD/ounce, up 1.3 USD compared to yesterday morning. World gold prices recovered slightly after falling to a one-week low on Monday as investors await a series of policy decisions from major global central banks, including the Federal Reserve. US Federal Reserve (Fed). Currently, the market is almost certain the Fed will keep interest rates at 5.25% - 5.5% at its policy meeting on Wednesday. Investors believe that the US Central Bank may reiterate its view of keeping interest rates higher for a longer period of time in the context that inflation is still "persistent". Traders are currently pricing in around a 56% chance that the Fed will cut interest rates in June. Higher rates reduce the appeal of holding non-couponing gold. Data released last week showed US consumer prices rose sharply in February and producer prices rose more than expected amid rising prices of goods such as gasoline and food. Gold lost 1% after the report.
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by FalCol_TradingMaster
GBP/JPY Faces Selling Pressure Amid Economic UncertaintyDuring the early Asian session on Wednesday, the GBP/JPY pair grapples with selling pressure, hovering around the 190.000 mark. The price action reveals a swing reversal pattern, notably around the 61.8% to 78.6% Fibonacci levels following a double top formation. This sets the stage for a reversal swing trading strategy. Economically, all eyes are on the Federal Reserve's interest rate decision, expected to maintain rates unchanged for the fifth consecutive time. The focus will be on the Fed's stance on inflation, with Chair Jerome Powell hinting at the possibility of rate cuts later in the year, contingent upon sustained progress towards the 2% inflation target. Meanwhile, in the UK, inflationary pressures are easing, prompting caution from the Bank of England (BoE). Despite moderating inflation, the BoE remains vigilant until the Consumer Price Index (CPI) returns to the 2% target. With expectations of interest rates remaining steady at 5.25% during Thursday's BoE meeting, investors anticipate potential rate cuts starting in August, followed by additional cuts by year-end. Amidst this economic backdrop, our strategy revolves around a short position, complemented by a sell limit order at 191.500, capitalizing on the prevailing market conditions and anticipating potential price movements.
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by FOREXN1
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GOLD BUY SHORTGold has been considered a highly valuable commodity for millennia and the gold price is widely followed in financial markets around the world. Mostly quoted in US Dollars (XAU/USD), gold price tends to increase as stocks and bonds decline. The metal holds its value well, making it a reliable safe-haven. It’s traded constantly based on the intra-day spot rate. Improve your technical analysis of live gold prices with the real-time XAU/USD chart, and read our latest gold news, expert analysis and gold price forecast. On the flip side, the $2,175-2,176 region now seems to have emerged as an immediate strong barrier, which if cleared should allow the Gold price to challenge the record peak, around the $2,195 area touched last week. Some follow-through buying beyond the $2,200 mark will set the stage for the resumption of the uptrend witnessed since the beginning of this month GOLD NOW BUY 2152 TP1 2156 TP2 2160 TP3 2165 TP4 2170 SL2140
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by Mark804
To get back to Gold, we need a decline, entry sell todayGold futures price for delivery in April 2024 on the Comex New York floor decreased by 6 USD, equivalent to a decrease of 0.28%, to 2,161.5 USD/ounce. Information from central banks will take center stage this week, with interest rate decisions due from the Bank of Japan and Reserve Bank of Australia on Monday, the US Federal Reserve on Wednesday, Bank of England and Swiss National Bank on Thursday. Markets will also pay attention to housing starts and building permits in the United States on Tuesday, as well as weekly jobless claims, the Philly Fed manufacturing survey, Flash PMI and existing home sales on Thursday. Given the pace of the breakout and the slowdown at $2200, it looks like gold needs a pullback, and with the Fed on Wednesday, it's reasonable to see some profit-taking beforehand. There are probably a lot of investors who have put in money late and want to take some profits now that the breakout has started to falter, especially with a major mover on the horizon.
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by FalCol_TradingMaster
Gold price forecast: XAU/USD trades with a slight negative biasGold prices fell nearly 2,155 USD in early trading on Monday in Asia. The FOMC will likely leave interest rates unchanged at its March meeting on Wednesday and will be in no rush to cut rates. Chinese policymakers emphasized the need to continue implementing proactive fiscal policy and strengthen the country's economic recovery. China's February retail sales and industrial production will be released on Monday. Gold prices (XAU/USD) hovered around $2,155 during early Asian trading hours on Monday. The decline in yellow grades was supported by stronger-than-expected US February inflation data, which could delay interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve (Fed). Meanwhile, positive forums surrounding stimulus measures from the Chinese government or strong demand from China could lift gold prices. The University of Michigan revealed today Friday that its Consumer Sentiment Index was weaker than expected, falling to 76.5 in March from a level of 76.9 in the previous reading. Meanwhile, inflation expectations in 1 year and 5 years remained unchanged at 3.0% and 2.9% respectively. Finally, US Industrial Products improved by 0.1% MoM in February from a downward revision of -0.5% MoM in January.
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by MrTrongVo
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