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Oil Opens Down -25%! More downside?So did look at this chart on the weekly. We had an initial downside move after multiple higher lows and higher highs, and we were expecting a lower high swing to be made. This did not happen for many months. The 61.8 fib held, and just on Friday, we confirmed our first lower high swing because remember, to confirm a swing, we need a new lower low (in a downtrend). Now come Sunday open, the move continued more than I expected and we cut through the first fib zone. Next fib target would be around 21... we should not see that anytime soon, but with this market volatility, anything is possible. So I have spoken before on why OPEC production cuts do not work. Say oil is at 50, and a production cut is agreed on to take oil to 60. If the demand for oil has not changed, an OPEC member has the incentive to cheat on the deal, and produce as many barrels as they were before and sell them at 60 for more profit. Once other members find out about this, they all start producing the same as before and then price goes back to where it was and you are back to where you first began before the production cut. What angered the Saudi's was the fact that if demand remained the same, their market share was taken away. It was taken away by Iran who supplied mostly to China and other Asian nations...the fact they accepted any other currency other than the US Dollar was helpful too...and will also increase their market share when we see the US Dollar move higher. Now, we know there are recession fears. Many nations know that oil will be heading lower. Yes, shale did bring a lot of supply to the market. The US became energy independent, and brought on a lot of supply adding to the supply glut. And yes, bringing oil prices down will impact shale production...but more importantly, it will hurt the banks, who were forced to loan to these oil/shale companies the last time oil fell in order to prevent massive layoffs. They will pay for it now. These are zombie companies, needing more debt just to stay afloat (maybe lower rates will help them out). So, going back to the idea that nations know oil prices will fall due to the looming recession. If you are Russia, or Iran and know this, you want to pump as much as you can now, to make as much money as you can. Media is using the shale production story, which sure might be true. However, I think Saudi Arabia doing the Aramco IPO was a telling sign of this eventually occurring.
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by Uncharted-FX
Carnage coming in oil and gas and banking sectors this weekOPEC+ failing to cut production Friday was bad, but things are about to get oh so much worse. The Saudis announced today that they are increasing production and entering an all-out price war with Russia. We may soon see US oil prices head toward $20 per barrel. There's broad speculation among analysts that Russia is deliberately trying to collapse oil and gas prices in order to trigger a mass default on the huge amount of leveraged debt in the US oil and gas sector. Corporate junk bonds are widely expected to be the subprime mortgages of the next recession. Trump may be able to stave that off this year through bailouts, but not if Russia triggers a crisis before the US government can do anything about it. (Fun fact: Russia has net zero public debt, because Putin lived through the 1990s and is well aware how debt can collapse a political and financial system. Possibly he has been waiting for this opportunity to weaponize US debt.) Also look for collapsing oil prices to cause deflationary pressure in the US dollar, a continued climb in long-term bond prices, and a continued collapse of US stocks (especially banks like JP Morgan with high exposure to leveraged lending).
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by ChristopherCarrollSmith
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ridethepig | RUB Market Commentary 2020.03.02Fed rate cuts taking full control of the FX board as virus disruptions start to fade - it's time to go shopping in G10 and EM FX and the intervention policies will provide some USD relief. Here looking for a rebound into previous ranges in USDRUB as a pro-cyclical currency. A test of the previous range we were trading looks around the corner: The spread of the virus is naturally impacting global growth, and tipping OPEC towards intervention in Oil as well as a number of CBs. Markets now price Fed to cut 75bps by June - similar story in Australia with RBA, UK with BOE and BOC in Canada. Tracking closely for risk to find a temporary floor this week. As usual thanks for keeping the likes and comments coming .. jump into the conversation below with your views on RUB!
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by ridethepig
ridethepig | RUB Market Commentary 2020.02.19As widely expected USDRUB selling off from the 64.2x highs and a good time to collect half our chips from the table. Well done sellers, a textbook zigzag and flawless trade since the channel breakup so far. The spike was a textbook flushout with US sanctions acting as the catalyst. For those tracking the previous diagrams the flows are wide open in the range, actively playing it makes complete sense to me in this environment: Eventually expecting the grind towards the lows, risk sentiment around the COVID-19 will continue in the driving seat for further action here. Tracking closely 62.7x lows. Thanks as usual for keeping the likes and comments coming!
Short
by ridethepig
ridethepig | RUB Market Commentary 2020.02.18As widely expected we got a test of the highs at 64.2x once the channel was broken (see diagram). The ladder is light and I like to play this tight range and look for a test of the lows. "Eyes here, looking to sell 64.2x on the day..." - This is currently in play, although risk is showing now signs of abating the low sizings are keeping a test of the lows on the cards. Tracking closely the highs, if we get a breakup then I will not be stubborn and hold onto the shorts, I will close. This is a tactical range trade. Good luck all those in USDRUB, we can open the short-term sentiment conversations in the comments if we get enough interest. Thanks as usual for keeping the support coming with likes, comment and etc!
Short
by ridethepig
ridethepig | RUB Market Commentary 2020.02.14I will keep this one quick as it is Friday afternoon... its clear that high beta has been in demand from some faster hands of late. Nothing of meaningful weight in the ladder, I think we will test the highs before pulling back. Another technical break to the topside in play with some strong US data. This looks set to test the highs in USDRUB for now. Tactical long on a breakout recommended. You will notice how we never got the breakdown: Buyers came in strong and seems happy to play the topside for now. A push from local banks in Russia as capital begins to pour back in will be enough to get us back to the 64.2 highs where I would look to cover and recycle shorts. As usual thanks for keeping the support coming with likes, comments, charts and etc. Jump into the comments with your views on RUB!
Long
by ridethepig
MGNT market demonstrates the bullish intentionsWhy we have a triangle form (1) of the profile? Because of the massive wall (2) of the Buy-Limits orders below 4k level. This is why we have POC line under 4k line. The majority thinks: "OMG, this stock is going to hell! It broke down 4k, it likely to go to 3k! I should sell it!" "Thank you for cooperation! I buy it" - say professional. This is why an army of bears has smaller progress in each attempt despite the valid downtrend. Look. Here (3) was the bearish attempt on the high volume. What the result from effort? (4) - quick recovery. All bearish success from December was quickly erased by the January pump. Outlook is mid-term bullish
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by fintechzoom
ridethepig | RUB Market Commentary 2020.02.12A very advanced playing field in commodities and commodity currencies and with offshore sharks on the sell side in USDRUB there is a lot more room to go. The highs at 63.50 will act as strong resistance while to the downside initial targets located at 62.7x, 61.5x and the final swing clear at 60. This is the same levels from the previous diagram: No surprises sellers were fired up and ready to act again. There is a lot of room to the downside should we find a bounce into March for Oil. Happy to sit short and looking for a technical break with the NY open. Good luck all RUB bulls, as usual thanks for keeping the likes, comments and charts coming!
Short
by ridethepig
ridethepig | RUB Spot Commentary 2020.01.20Now bull's reserves have been activated and exhausted, the diagonal swing towards the new lows at the key 60 handle is the aim. This momentum play is a characteristic impulsive swing. The moves constitute a great example of the lust to exploit the brilliant effect of technical analysis, because of the accuracy that is endowed with incredible resilience. The first compelling chart shows the highs being set in this monthly swing; the total removal of its lows opened up the same flows in EURRUB: The swings we have just glimpsed at are quite typical and although it will likely not feel necessary here, the importance of in checking the 60 handle for headlines and masses. Mostly only one player benefits from this entire flow, but that is quite sufficient. I expect sellers to show some strength over the coming days and weeks. A lot of talk of few large hands in Oil buying dividends. In any case looking for the infamous 60 target. Thanks as usual for all the support with likes, comments, charts and etc. Jump into the conversation with any questions.
Short
by ridethepig
ridethepig | RUB Market Commentary 2020.01.09Here markets are starting to see shorts pick up momentum, this has been a very very easy ride so far since our initial entry (see diagram): Oil has drastically sold off, and risk sentiment in the M.E is fading. While we failed to clear 70 we managed to unwind some at 65 on the Iran spike. No reason to change course here yet, market sits itching to breakdown. Remain on the sell side. Tracking closely for the flush in USDRUB to 60 with NFP tomorrow to kickstart the next iteration in flows. For the flows: Sell LMT Entry 61.2 | TP 60.0 | SL 62.0 ... It is the same story in EURRUB as we complete the final few ticks: GL those trading RUB into NFP.
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by ridethepig
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Christmas Trading, Fed & Aussie BreakthroughThe pound had dropped below 1.30 earlier in the week. AUDUSD gained a foothold above the resistance level of 0.6900. If this breakdown turns out to be stable, then a wide space opens up for the AUDUSD for further growth to at least 0.7020 or even 0.7200. Since AUDUSD is above 0.6900, its purchases seem to us profitable. But in any case, remember the Australian dollar refers to commodity currencies, which means it is extremely sensitive to news from the fields of trade wars. Further de-escalation of the conflict will contribute to the implementation of the scenario described above. But the slightest fears about the negotiations between the USA and China can negate yesterday’s breakdown. In addition to the Australian dollar, what is happening on the foreign exchange market is worth noting except the inability of the pound to go below 1.2920, which can be taken as a signal that a panic wave has subsided. In this case, upon the return of the GBPUSD above 1.30, we recommend its purchases. Today we’ll talk about the monetary policy of the Fed and a rake the Fed stepped on. The Trump invades not only the politics and economy of the United States but also intervenes in the activities of an independent body, the Central Bank. Yes, the direct threats and calls of Trump are ignored by the Fed, but there are indirect points (for example, the consequences of trade wars) that the Central Bank cannot ignore. So the Fed’s attempt to normalize monetary policy and smoothly blow out the price bubbles that have formed in the stock market, corporate lending market and the debt market, faced with the consequences of the trade wars unleashed by Trump. And in 2019, instead of the planned increase in the rate by 0.50% -0.75%, the Fed cuts the rate three times. Thus, provoking further inflation of bubbles. So, the consequences will be more disastrous. The World Bank predicts China the role of the epicentre of a new global crisis. So we may well face a new Asian crisis, but unlike 1998, the matter will not be limited to a slight fright and default of a single Russia.
by Trade24Fx
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EXPRESS Long-term and medium-term forecast for USDRUBEXPRESS Long-term and medium-term forecast for USDRUB Dear friends, This idea is open and published as part of my content promotion. I draw your attention to the fact that from 11.11 all forecasts are only in the closed channel. At the moment, there are already reviews on GOLD, EURUSD, S&P 500 I hope you find this idea useful and support it with your like. EXPRESS Long-term and medium-term forecast for USDRUB Most likely scenarios: Global scenario - movement within the bull channel Weekly TF - movement within the descending channel. Daily TF - the most likely target for bulls before the end of the year is 64.50 - 65.20 rubles The key change scenario is the red line. The exit below will mean an appreciation of the ruble shortly, with a possible minimum of 62 rubles (see red arrows) If the current scenario continues, the maximum will be around 65.50 rubles for 1 USD (see grey arrows). Full analysis for the next year will be possible to do only at the close of the December candle. Good luck to everyone and good profits! Yours faithfully, Michael @Hyipov =================================================== ====== Like and subscribe if you liked the material I will be glad to any message. Thank you very much Everyone GTI Dear Friends, I remind you that this is only my personal view of the market, which I share with you. I do not guarantee profits. Only you make the final decision and all the risks associated with it.
by Hypov
ridethepig | RUB Market Commentary 2019.02.12Here we go for a round of EM FX market updates and with Oil on the move first up USDRUB. After the doldrums of Thanksgiving liquidity is starting to enter back into play, although with market out of position there is no need to overload exposure. The USD tide is turning and clients here are pressing the buy side on RUB crosses to play the dollar sell-off. More activity coming with NY session, a good level to pick up offers as the cross drives through technical momentum at 64.3x. Best of luck all those in RUB
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by ridethepig
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In Soviet Russia, Money Buys YOU! - (USDRUB)Hello Traders! The Ruble has been in a steady uptrend for a while now. It's no secret that Russian debt, lowest of developed nations (Roughly $200B) is so low now that Russia claims to have enough cash on hand to cover their debts completely. After the last Russian economic crisis, policies under Putin have sought to eliminate debt and generate faith in the economy. I believe strong fundamentals combined with positive technicals create here a wonderful long opportunity! We can start layering in immediately. Even TD9 shows an imminent buy opportunity. Be careful of manipulation! Stay safe and good luck traders.
Long
by vox-populi
Saudi Aramco Fire to be Bullish Oil? If you have not heard, Saudi Aramco refineries apparently got hit by a drone attack and are now in flames. The US has come out and blamed Iran for this attack. This should be bullish oil, I am looking for a break above the 58.75 zone. I am bearish on oil given the fundamentals and the fact that we are likely heading to a recession. However, anything geopolitical will keep oil buoyed. To be honest oil needs to be kept up. A lot of western oil companies took out loans from banks during the recent fall in oil. If oil falls and these oil companies feel the pinch once again and cannot afford to pay their loans to the banks...the banks will also fall. Oil seems like it needs to be 'managed' above 40 or 50 to keep these companies from falling. If you have read my work on the US Dollar, I have outlined why the Dollar going HIGHER will exacerbate the world problems. You can read that post linked below. Russia and China are attacking Dollar demand. Right now the US has what the French called 'exorbitant privilege' meaning as long as the Dollar remains the reserve currency, there will always be artificial demand for it. Meaning the US can print as much dollars they want without having to care about their debt and deficits. Once US Dollar demand takes a hit, the Chinese can sell off their treasuries and do some damage ( especially when interest rates are cut and moved lower). But they are targeting the Petro Dollar: the US Dollar being used for oil payments. Iran is key for Russia and China. As the US Dollar gets stronger, nations such as South Korea, Japan, Turkey, India and some European nations have chosen to purchase oil from Iran because Iran accepts any currency besides the US Dollar for their oil. Japan, South Korea and some European nations have chosen to lessen or halt their imports due to US pressure. However Turkey and India told the US to mind their own business. The Indian Rupee and the Turkish Lira have been decimated due to the US Dollar strength. These nations essentially cannot afford using the Dollar to buy Oil. Iran is convenient for them because they can use their own currency to purchase oil. As the US Dollar gets stronger, more nations will want to ditch the petro dollar and purchase Iranian oil. On a side note, Russia and China have put a lot of money into Venezuela and backing Maduro...it is likely they have told him that when Venezuelan production comes back to par, Venezuela will NOT accept US Dollars for their oil. Whereas the US backed Guaido would essentially only accept US Dollars for Oil. We have seen this situation occur with Saddan Hussain in Iraq and Gaddafi in Libya where it was likely they were taken out due to the fact they were beginning to accept other currencies besides the Dollar. The Russian and Chinese plan is simple. To get more nations to drop the US Dollar as the Dollar price goes up. In fact with their large Gold reserves, they may be telling dark pools to keep buying the dollar. Yes, there currency will fall against the US Dollar, but their gold priced against their currency increases so they avoid damage. This is how the Russian central bank pretty much fought off US Sanctions. So as the Dollar gets stronger, more nations will elect to purchase oil from Iran. This means that Saudi Arabia begins to lose market share because their customers are going to Iran. This would force the Saudi's to drop the Dollar in order to entice customers...but there is another thing. Putin has been getting close with Mohammed Bin Salman (MBS) who is expected to be the next King. We have all seen that Putin-MBS and Trump watching from behind high five meme. It is likely that when MBS becomes King, he will drop the US Dollar with a guarantee that the Russian military will offer Saudi Arabia protection from any US responses. Right now Saudi Arabia can influence American foreign policy greatly. I am sure they have told the US to deal with Iran otherwise they drop the Petro Dollar. They are in a very strong position. For the Americans, I think they know that Iran is the key. They know they need to take Iran out. Of course Iran is no pushover. But the military will have to strike Iran in order to protect US Dollar demand. The US military is the armed branch of the Federal Reserve and the US will have to use the military to force every nations to accept and use the US Dollar and punish those that do not.
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by Uncharted-FX
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