On Monday, the USD/JPY decreased with 130 pips. The currency couple depreciated from 103.25 to 101.93 yesterday, matching the negative money flow sentiment at around -15% and closing the day at 102.22. The dollar is trading quietly against the yen this morning, with movements within yesterday's range for now.
The upward channel has slowed down on the 1 hour chart, while the upward channel is looking good on the 3 hour chart. A break above yesterday's top and nearest resistance 103.25 would encourage further recovery of the dollar. Immediate support is yesterday's bottom at 101.93, and a consistent break below it could strengthen the Yen further down towards the next target of 101.05.
Data due today: Japan All industry index and Trade balance, at 4:30 and 23:50 GMT respectively.
Quotes are moving above the crossing and close to 20 and 50 EMA on the 1 hour chart, indicating slim bullish pressure. The value of the RSI indicator is positive and calm. The MACD is thinly positive and tranquil too, while the CCI has crossed up the 100 line on the 1 hour chart, giving overall light long signals.
Technical resistance levels: 103.25 104.15 104.04
Technical support levels: 101.93 101.05 100.24
Today so far +10 pips profit/loss on USD/JPY today from the following sent to clients only signal:
9:28 GMT+1 Buy USD/JPY at 102.74 SL 102.48 TP 103.24, exit sent at 9:31 GMT+1.
Today so far +131, yesterday +64, as shown at our web site. Have a great day!
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