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GBPUSD Will Go Down! Sell! Please, check our technical outlook for GBPUSD. Time Frame: 6h Current Trend: Bearish Sentiment: Overbought (based on 7-period RSI) Forecast: Bearish The price is testing a key resistance 1.295. Taking into consideration the current market trend & overbought RSI, chances will be high to see a bearish movement to the downside at least to 1.287 level. P.S The term oversold refers to a condition where an asset has traded lower in price and has the potential for a price bounce. Overbought refers to market scenarios where the instrument is traded considerably higher than its fair value. Overvaluation is caused by market sentiments when there is positive news. Disclosure: I am part of Trade Nation's Influencer program and receive a monthly fee for using their TradingView charts in my analysis. Like and subscribe and comment my ideas if you enjoy them!
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by SignalProvider
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GBP/USD Breakdown: Bearish Setup with Sell Opportunity!"Key Observations: Rising Wedge Breakdown: The price initially formed a rising wedge near resistance. The wedge broke down, indicating bearish momentum. Support and Resistance Levels: Resistance Zone: Around 1.3014 – 1.3027, marking a strong rejection area. Support Zone: Around 1.2933 – 1.2843, where price previously bounced. Strong Support: Around 1.2627, marked as the target area for a bearish move. Bearish Setup: A range-bound consolidation occurred after the breakdown. The chart marks a sell signal, suggesting a move toward the 1.2627 target zone. Trading Idea: Entry: Sell after confirmation below 1.2933. Target: 1.2627 (major support level). Stop-Loss: Above 1.3014 (resistance level). This setup suggests a potential bearish continuation, with price expected to decline further if support breaks. Always confirm with volume and market conditions before entering a trade.
Short
by PIPsOptimizer
GBPUSD Expected Growth! BUY! My dear followers, I analysed this chart on GBPUSD and concluded the following: The market is trading on 1.2904 pivot level. Bias - Bullish Technical Indicators: Both Super Trend & Pivot HL indicate a highly probable Bullish continuation. Target - 1.2929 About Used Indicators: A super-trend indicator is plotted on either above or below the closing price to signal a buy or sell. The indicator changes color, based on whether or not you should be buying. If the super-trend indicator moves below the closing price, the indicator turns green, and it signals an entry point or points to buy. Disclosure: I am part of Trade Nation's Influencer program and receive a monthly fee for using their TradingView charts in my analysis. ——————————— WISH YOU ALL LUCK
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by AnabelSignals
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Is There the Best Time to Trade Forex in the UK?Is There the Best Time to Trade Forex in the UK? Grasping the nuances of forex market hours is essential for traders aiming to optimise their strategies. Operating continuously from Sunday evening to Friday night, the currency market accommodates participants across various time zones without being anchored to a singular physical location. For those in the UK, recognising when to engage can dramatically influence outcomes. This FXOpen article discusses the pivotal currency trading sessions that may be optimal for UK-based traders. Understanding Forex Market Hours Understanding currency exchange market hours is crucial for anyone involved in the global foreign exchange market. Although you may already know this, let us remind you. The forex market operates on a 24/5 basis, opening during weekdays and closing at weekends. This round-the-clock trading is possible because it’s not tied to a physical location; instead, it relies on a decentralised network of banks, businesses, and individuals exchanging currencies across different time zones. For traders in the UK, knowing the best forex trading hours can be key to effective trading. The currency market is broadly divided into four main 9-hour-long windows, each starting at different times to cater to traders across the globe. The forex session times UK traders need to be aware of are: - Sydney Session: 9:00 PM GMT - 6:00 AM GMT - Tokyo Session: 11:00 PM GMT - 8:00 AM GMT - London Session: 8:00 AM GMT - 5:00 PM GMT - New York Session: 1:00 PM GMT - 10:00 PM GMT Note that during British Summer Time (BST), some of these times are shifted forward by one hour. These forex market trading times are essential to know, as they indicate when liquidity and volatility are likely to increase, potentially offering favourable market conditions. The Optimal Times to Trade Forex in the UK In navigating currency trading, UK-based traders should be aware of two key sessions: London and New York. These periods are optimal forex market hours in the UK, offering greater volumes, volatility, and liquidity. They’re also the periods that see the most releases for three of the major economies: the UK, Eurozone, and the US. The core forex trading times in the UK are anchored around the London session, which is central to global forex market operations due to London's key position in the financial world. The London trading session time in the UK commences at 8:00 AM GMT (winter time). This period, ending at 5:00 PM GMT (winter time), is pivotal as it accounts for roughly half of the forex transactions globally, making it a prime trading time due to the high liquidity and the potential for more pronounced price movements. Likewise, the London-New York trading session time in the UK can be especially advantageous. It’s a crucial overlapping window occurring from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM GMT (winter time), offering an avenue for traders seeking to maximise their potential returns due to the surge in activity and high-profile economic releases from the US. During this window, the US stock market opens at 2:30 PM GMT. This secondary opening can also have a notable effect on US dollar-based pairs. Economic Releases and the Impact on Trading Times for UK Traders Economic releases and central bank announcements significantly influence UK forex trading times, often driving prices higher or lower. Many UK economic releases—affecting GBP currency pairs—are scheduled around 7:00 AM GMT. This timing offers traders opportunities to engage in trends post-release during the early hours of the London open. However, some UK data and plenty of Eurozone data are released between 8:00 AM GMT and 10:00 AM GMT, periods typically characterised by increased liquidity and volatility, providing fertile ground for traders. Likewise, many high-profile US economic announcements—non-farm payrolls, inflation statistics and employment data— are made between 1:00 PM GMT and 3:00 PM GMT. Given the US dollar's dominance on the world stage, these releases can present significant trading opportunities. Although activity tends to quiet down after London closes, the late hours of the New York session still offer potential entries, albeit with generally lower volatility and volume. Notably, Federal Reserve interest rate decisions are announced at 7:00 PM GMT with a press conference held after that can cause outsized price movements. The same can be said for the Bank of England and European Central Bank’s interest rate decisions at 12:00 PM GMT and 1:15 PM GMT, respectively, and their subsequent press conferences. The Worst Time to Trade Forex in the UK The worst times to trade forex in the UK often occur after 8:00 PM GMT, during the tail end of New York’s hours, when liquidity and volume significantly decrease. This reduction in activity can lead to less favourable trading conditions, including wider spreads and slower execution times. Additionally, while the Asian session forex time in the UK, partially overlapping with the Sydney session, runs from 11:00 PM to 8:00 AM GMT, it presents challenges for UK traders. Despite offering trading opportunities, especially in Japanese yen, Australian dollar, and New Zealand dollar-based pairs, the volumes during this period are substantially lower compared to the London and New York sessions. The Tokyo session forex time in the UK accounts for particularly unsociable hours anyway, so many UK traders are unlikely to engage in currency trading during this period. Trading the London Session: A Strategy The Asian-London Breakout Strategy leverages the unique dynamics between the calmer Asian session and the volatile London session. It involves setting buy/sell stop orders at the high and low points of the Asian period’s range, aiming to capture movements as London opens at 8:00 AM GMT. With stop-loss orders placed above or below the range and a strategic approach to take profit – either at the end of the London session or by trailing a stop loss during the day – traders can potentially capitalise on the surge in activity. To delve deeper into this strategy and other session-based setups, consider exploring FXOpen’s 3-session trading system article. The Bottom Line Understanding forex trading hours and leveraging optimal times are pivotal for achieving favourable outcomes in currency trading. Luckily, UK-based traders are well placed to take advantage of the many opportunities the currency market presents, given their ability to trade both the London and New York sessions. For UK traders seeking to navigate the complexities of markets with a trusted broker, opening an FXOpen account can provide all of the tools and insights necessary for effective trading. FAQs When Do the Forex Markets Open in the UK? Forex opening times in the UK start at 8:00 AM GMT (winter time) and at 7:00 AM GMT (summer time) when the London session begins, marking the start of significant trading activity due to London's central role in the global currency arena. What Time Does the Forex Market Open on Sunday in the UK? The forex market opens on Sunday at 9:00 PM GMT (winter time) and at 10:00 PM GMT (summer time) in the UK, coinciding with Sydney’s opening and marking the beginning of the trading week. What Time Does the Forex Market Close on Friday in the UK? The forex market closes at 10:00 PM GMT (winter time) and at 9:00 PM GMT (summer time) on Friday in the UK, concluding with the end of the New York session and wrapping up the trading week. Can You Trade Forex on Weekends? Currency trading on weekends is not possible as the market is closed. Trading resumes with the opening of the Sydney session on Sunday at 9:00 PM GMT (winter time) and at 10:00 PM GMT (summer time). This article represents the opinion of the Companies operating under the FXOpen brand only. It is not to be construed as an offer, solicitation, or recommendation with respect to products and services provided by the Companies operating under the FXOpen brand, nor is it to be considered financial advice.
Education
by FXOpen
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IDEA FOR GBP/USD NEXT WEEKGBP/USD 1H - Now that we have seen price trade us up and into the Supply Zone above, this may encourage price to take a move back to the downside, given enough Supply has been introduced. I would like to see price now trade us back up and into the Order Block that has been left behind, just to clear any remaining orders to the upside before the down move. In order for us to enter we want further confirmation. This will come from price trading up and into the Supply Zone marked out, breaking structure fractally as displayed above. This would confirm the end of the correction and the start of the next impulse taking us lower. Once we have this, we can then begin looking for areas to enter in short on this market. I will want to see price pullback a final time more fractally to give us the opportunity to enter, and illustration of this can be seen above.
Short
by Lukegforex
The Day Ahead Key Economic Data & Events – March 31 US: Chicago PMI, Dallas Fed manufacturing index China: Official PMIs (Manufacturing & Services) UK: Lloyds Business Barometer, Consumer Credit, M4 (Money Supply) Japan: Industrial Production, Retail Sales, Housing Starts Germany: CPI, Retail Sales, Import Prices Italy: CPI Central Banks: ECB’s Panetta & Villeroy speak Relevance to Trading: US, China, and Germany data impact equities, bonds, and FX (USD, CNY, EUR). Inflation data (CPI) from Germany & Italy could influence ECB policy expectations. PMI & industrial production data provide insights into global economic health. ECB speakers may signal policy direction, affecting EUR volatility.
by TradeNation
GBPUSD → Correction to the liquidity zone. Waiting for a FBFX:GBPUSD gets a negative CPI report in the early session and tests key support, but failing to reach the liquidity area a rebound is formed. The pair is in consolidation... The CPI report provoked a small liquidation in the market, within the framework of which the price tested one of the key supports at 1.2886, but the price did not enter the liquidity area, i.e. technically the chances to return to this area are quite high. A correction to the imbalance zone is being formed, from which the decline may continue. In the short term I am interested in 1.2868, which can still hold the market and form a bullish impulse. Resistance levels: 1.2926 Support levels: 1.2886, 1.2868, 1.2811 False break of the global range support at 1.2868 may trigger a rebound to 1.2926. I do not exclude a deeper correction to the support from D1, for example to 1.2811 from which, against the background of the bull market, we can wait for an upward correction. Regards R. Linda!
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by RLinda
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GBP/USD Today - News Supports Short-Term Uptrend💢💢💢 GBP/USD news : ➡️The GBP/USD pair surged sharply to nearly 1.2965 during Asian trading hours on Monday. Concerns that U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs could drive inflation and slow economic growth have put pressure on the U.S. dollar (USD), acting as a catalyst for the major currency pair. ➡️ Last week, Trump announced a 25% tariff on imported cars and light trucks, effective April 3. This measure follows a 25% tariff on steel and aluminum and the upcoming announcement of retaliatory tariffs by Trump on Wednesday. Many analysts are worried that these tariffs will have a negative impact on the U.S. economy, potentially limiting the Federal Reserve's ability to cut interest rates while also increasing inflation in the coming months. As a result, this could weaken the USD further, boosting the GBP/USD pair in the near future. Personal opinion: ➡️ Current news is supportive for GBP/USD in the short term. DXY is also having its third consecutive losing streak, further strengthening this pair. ➡️ Analysis based on resistance - support levels and Fibonacci combined with SMA to come up with a suitable strategy Plan: 🔆Price Zone Setup: 👉 Buy GBP/USD 1.2940 – 1.2930 ❌SL: 1.2900 | ✅TP: 1.2980– 1.3010 FM wishes you a successful trading day 💰💰💰
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by FM-ForexMastermind
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GU-Tue-1/04/25 Top down analysis-Investors in risk off modeAnalysis done directly on the chart Risk On: When the market is in a "risk on" mode, investors feel confident and optimistic about the economy or financial markets. They are more willing to take on higher-risk investments, such as stocks, cryptocurrencies, or emerging market assets, in pursuit of greater returns. This typically happens during periods of economic growth, positive news, or stability. Prices of riskier assets tend to rise, while safe-haven assets like bonds, gold, or the US dollar might see less demand. Risk Off: In a "risk off" environment, investors become cautious or fearful due to uncertainty, economic downturns, geopolitical tensions, or negative news. They shift their money into safer, lower-risk investments like government bonds, gold, or stable currencies (e.g., USD, JPY, CHF). Riskier assets like stocks or commodities often decline in value as investors "de-risk" their portfolios. Not financial advice, DYOR. Market Flow Strategy Mister Y
by Mister_Y
GBP/USD Bearish Reversal – Breakdown Ahead?📉 GBP/USD Bearish Reversal – Breakdown Ahead? 📉 GBP/USD has reached the top of its uptrend, forming a higher high, but now the price is retracing within the channel and showing signs of a bearish reversal candlestick pattern. This suggests a potential breakdown of the ascending channel and the 200 EMA, signaling further downside. 🔻 Next Key Targets: 📌 1.2890 – First support level 📌 1.2690 – Deeper retracement level 📌 1.2380 & 1.2160 – Major downside targets If momentum continues, these levels could come into play. Will GBP/USD break down, or will bulls defend key support? Drop your thoughts in the comments! 👇🔥 #GBPUSD #Forex #Trading #PriceAction #TechnicalAnalysis #BearishReversal
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by DollarsMagnet