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**GBP/USD Bullish Breakout Setup Toward 1.35000** CANDLE MASTER UPDATE! chart shows a bullish setup based on several technical indicators and price action: ### *Key Analysis Points:* 1. *Support Zone (Yellow Box):* * Price has tested and bounced off a well-defined support zone around 1.32690. * This level has acted as a strong demand zone in the past, and recent price action confirms buying interest. 2. *Resistance Zone:* * The resistance level is marked just above the current price (around 1.33500), representing the neckline of a potential breakout. 3. *EMA Support:* * The 50 EMA (red line at 1.33148) is currently just below the price, acting as dynamic support. * The 200 EMA (blue line at 1.31251) is much lower, confirming an overall uptrend structure. 4. *Bullish Projection:* * The projection suggests a breakout above resistance, with a target near 1.35000 (TARGET POINT). * This is supported by the previous bullish move (highlighted by the black trend lines and upward impulses). 5. *Risk-to-Reward Consideration:* * A breakout entry around 1.33500 aiming for the target of 1.35000 provides a potential reward of 150+ pips. * Stop loss could reasonably be placed just below the support at 1.32690 for a favorable risk-reward ratio. --- ### *Conclusion:* The chart suggests a *bullish breakout scenario* with an expected continuation towards 1.35000. If price breaks the resistance zone and holds above it, the setup favors long entries
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by Fxhenry22
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GBPUSDGBP/USD Interest Rate Differential and Trade Directional Bias for May 2025 Bank of England (BoE): Expected to cut rates by 25 bps to 4.25% on May 8, with further cuts forecasted (Barclays: 3.5% by September; Morgan Stanley: 2.75% by mid-2026). Federal Reserve (Fed): Maintained rates at 4.25–4.50% in March 2025, projecting two cuts (50 bps total) in 2025. Current Differential: ~0.75–1.00 percentage points in favor of the USD, widening as BoE eases faster than the Fed. Trade Directional Bias Short-Term Outlook (May): Bearish for GBP/USD due to BoE’s dovish trajectory vs. Fed’s cautious stance. Key Upcoming Fundamental Data (May 2025) Date Event Expected Impact on GBP/USD May 2 US NFP (April) Weak data (<130K jobs) could pressure USD, boosting GBP. Strong data (>150K) may delay Fed cuts, strengthening USD. May 8 BoE Rate Decision A 25 bps cut (priced in) may cause GBP selling; hawkish hold unlikely but would spike GBP. May 15 UK CPI (April) Services inflation above 3.5% could limit BoE cuts, supporting GBP. Below 3.0% would reinforce bearish bias. May 30 US Core PCE Inflation Sticky inflation (>2.7%) may delay Fed cuts, boosting USD. Sub-2.5% could revive rate-cut bets, weakening USD. Factors That Could Shift Directional Bias Bullish GBP/USD Scenarios BoE Surprise Hold: Unlikely, but no cut on May 8 would trigger a sharp GBP rally. UK CPI Surprise: Services inflation above 3.8% or headline CPI >3.0% could reduce BoE cut expectations. Weak US Data: NFP <100K or Core PCE <2.5% would pressure USD via accelerated Fed cut bets. Bearish GBP/USD Scenarios BoE Dovish Guidance: Signals for consecutive cuts (e.g., June + August) would extend GBP weakness. Strong US Data: NFP >150K or Core PCE >2.8% reinforces Fed’s "higher for longer" stance, lifting USD. Trade War Escalation: Renewed US-China/EU tariffs would strengthen USD as a safe haven. Conclusion: GBP/USD is poised for downside pressure in May, driven by BoE rate cuts and a resilient USD. . Upcoming US jobs data (May 2) and UK inflation (May 15) are critical for near-term volatility. A hawkish BoE surprise or weak US data could temporarily reverse the bearish trend, but the interest rate differential favors USD strength.
Short
by Shavyfxhub
GBPUSD The second trade of the day comes from the GBPUSD pair. Even though I'm not a big fan of this pair, I believe it's worth taking advantage of the signal. However, for this pair, I recommend slightly reducing your lot size and overall risk. 🔍 Criteria: ✔️ Timeframe: 15M ✔️ Risk-to-Reward Ratio: 1:3 ✔️ Trade Direction: Buy ✔️ Entry Price: 1.32793 ✔️ Take Profit: 1.33054 ✔️ Stop Loss: 1.32706 🔔 Disclaimer: This is not financial advice. It's a trade I’m taking based on my own system, shared purely for educational purposes. 📌 If you're also interested in systematic and data-driven trading strategies: 💡 Don’t forget to follow the page and subscribe to stay updated on future analyses.
Long
by Nurlan_PT
GBP/USD Trend JudgmentTechnical Analysis of GBPUSD 4 - hour Chart Support Level Analysis Several key support levels are clearly marked in the chart. 1.32000 is a strong support level. If the price drops to this level, it may bounce back due to the buying support formed by past intensive trading 📈. 1.32400 is near the current price and also plays a certain supporting role. The price fluctuating around this level reflects the tug - of - war between bulls and bears here 🤼. 1.30200 is an important support level further down. Once the price breaks below 1.32000, it may further test this level 📉. Target Level Analysis The target area is around 1.34200. Judging from the chart trend, the price previously had upward - fluctuating momentum 💹. If the current price can break through the short - term downward trend and is accompanied by trading volume, and the bullish force continues to strengthen, the price is expected to move upward towards the 1.34200 target area 🚀. This target area is derived from the high points of previous price fluctuations and trend lines. It has certain resistance, but once broken, it can open up the upper space 🚪. Trend Judgment Currently, the price is in a relatively volatile downward trend, but the lower support levels may change the price trend. If the price obtains effective support at the support levels and forms a reversal signal (such as a bullish engulfing pattern, etc.) 📊, an upward trend is expected to start. Investors can pay attention to the performance of the price at the support levels. If the support is effective, they can try to go long, with the stop - loss set below the support level; if the price breaks below the support level, they can consider going short, with the target looking towards the lower support level 📌. ⚡⚡⚡ GBPUSD ⚡⚡⚡ 🚀 Buy@1.32000 - 1.32400 🚀 TP 1.33500 - 1.34000 Accurate signals are updated every day 📈 If you encounter any problems during trading, these signals can serve as your reliable guide 🧭 Feel free to refer to them! I sincerely hope they'll be of great help to you 🌟 👇
Long
by Sovereign-
"GBPUSD Ready for the Kill After Premium Zone Reaction!"⚡ GBPUSD Analysis - 1H Timeframe | April 28, 2025 📈 What's Happening: GBPUSD just tapped deep into the Premium Zone while simultaneously reacting off a clean Fair Value Gap (FVG). Signs of bearish rejection are stacking up — Smart Money might be preparing for the kill shot! 🎯 🚨 Key Levels Highlighted: Strong High = Major invalidation (~1.34317). Premium Zone = Where sellers ideally step in. Fair Value Gap (FVG) = Where price imbalance triggered a reaction. Weak Low = Major liquidity target (~1.32036). 🧠 Key Observations: Price filled the FVG and immediately showed a reaction = sign of Smart Money stepping in. Strong High untouched = still valid for bearish play. Weak Low + Sell Side Liquidity = magnets below. 🎯 2-SCENARIO PLAN: Plan A — Short Setup (Primary Bias): ✅ Look for bearish confirmation via M15 or M5 structure shift. ✅ Ideal entry around Premium/FVG zone. ✅ TP1 = Minor structure lows around 1.33000. TP2 = Full Weak Low sweep (~1.32036). ✅ SL = Above Strong High (~1.34317). Plan B — Invalidated if: ✅ Strong High is broken impulsively = setup failed. No chasing! 📊 Risk Management Tip: "Fair Value Gap reactions inside Premium = sniper-level setups. Focus on confirmations, not assumptions." 🧘‍♂️ Summary: ✅ Premium Tap ✅ FVG Fill ✅ Bearish Reaction ✅ Weak Low Target Patience = Power. This could be the sniper setup you've been waiting for! 🔥 ➡️ Save this playbook. ➡️ Comment "SNIPE THE GAP" if you're setting the trap! 🎯
Short
by ChartNinjas88
GBPUSDKey Central Banks and Interest Rate Outlook Bank of England (BoE) Governor: Andrew Bailey Expected to maintain a cautious stance; markets price in a 25 bps rate cut in May 2025 and possibly three cuts by year-end, reflecting downgraded UK growth forecasts and inflation concerns. Rate cuts tend to weaken GBP, but cautious BoE tone and market overpricing of easing provide some support to GBP. Federal Reserve (Fed)Chair: Jerome Powell Under political pressure; markets expect Fed rate cuts if U.S. inflation cools amid trade war fears and recession risks. Fed easing weakens USD, supporting GBP/USD upside. Summary of Influences on GBP/USD Direction US Dollar Weakness: Political turmoil, trade tensions, and recession fears are driving USD lower, benefiting GBP/USD. UK Economic Outlook: Slower growth and inflation uncertainties prompt expected BoE easing, which could limit GBP gains. Trade War Impact: US tariffs and global trade tensions add uncertainty but have limited direct impact on the UK economy so far. Technical Factors: Bullish patterns and strong support levels favor further GBP/USD appreciation in the near term. Conclusion GBP/USD’s directional bias is bullish for the short to medium term, supported by a weakening USD amid political and economic uncertainties in the U.S., and technical signals favoring upward momentum. However, expected monetary easing by the Bank of England may cap gains, so traders should watch BoE’s May meeting and U.S. inflation data closely for shifts in interest rate expectations that could influence the pair’s trajectory.
Long
by Shavyfxhub
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by Thief_Trader
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THOUGHTS ON GBP/USD PAIRGBP/USD 1D - As you can see price has been extremely bullish as of recent and I feel this structure is here to say. Following a full top down analysis, I have the bias that this market is ready to put in a higher timeframe bullish correction. As we know the bias of this market overall is a bearish one however price is looking very strong at the moment and we have seen a few patterns form that are suggesting a correction now to the upside. What we are seeing at the moment is that price is correcting fractally to the downside, this is a correction within a correction. Price is trading lower, correcting itself before the next bullish impulse which is part of the higher timeframe bullish correction. Its important that we can distinguish structure within structure, and apply a top down analysis correctly. I will be looking for longs as soon as we have confirmation of a new bull run. I will keep you all updated.
Long
by Lukegforex
GBPUSD Possible Reversal to the upside. Setup Overview: - Buy Zone At the 5-min breaker block around 1.33240 (breaker block left after sweeping a previous liquidity low). - Target:Anticipate price movement to higher liquidity areas if the breaker is respected. - Rationale: Price has swept liquidity below the NWOG High and sharply reversed toward the 4-hour C.E at 1.33225, leaving IFVGs. A revisit to the breaker zone offers an optimal buying opportunity within the silver bullet window. Timeframe: 5-min & 1-min Confirmation Key Levels: - Entry: 1.33240 (Breaker Block) - S.L.: 1.33200 - T.P.: 1.33225 (4hr C.E) Rationale: - Price has swept liquidity at NWOG High (1.33100). - A sharp move left IFVGs during the push toward the 4-hour C.E, indicating institutional footprints. - The breaker block at 1.33240 is expected to act as a launch point for higher prices. If price decides to target the New Week Opening Gap low we are cooked.
Long
by Hos_Waruts