Wedge Chart Pattern on AUD/USD Played Out?

The Australian dollar versus the United States dollar currency pair seems to have failed in any further appreciation attempts. Is this the entire story? Long-term perspective After confirming the resistance area defined by the 0.7055 and 0.7013 levels, the price began a depreciation that unleashed until the 0.5511 support level. From there, the price retraced above the 0.6015 level and extended two thirds away from the possible double resistance area made … “Wedge Chart Pattern on AUD/USD Played Out?”

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Australian Dollar Forecast for April 6-10, 2020

The Australian dollar has experienced strong volatile moves lately. The currency tanked in the first half of March, recovered a bit in the second half only to move down again in April. While it is hard to predict price movements during such volatile time, let’s see what factors will be affecting the Aussie this week and how the currency can react to them. The week will start with somewhat less important … “Australian Dollar Forecast for April 6-10, 2020”

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US Dollar Mixed As Coronavirus Slaughters 701k Jobs in March

The US dollar is mixed against several major currency competitors at the end of the trading week, driven by a grim portrait of the American labor market last month. Although it was a devastating jobs report, experts say that the worst is still to come as more states institute stay-at-home orders. Will the buck remain the top currency in today’s chaotic financial market? According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the US economy lost … “US Dollar Mixed As Coronavirus Slaughters 701k Jobs in March”

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Canadian Dollar Rallies on Higher Oil Prices and Weak US Jobs Data

The Canadian dollar today rallied against its US counterpart as oil prices pressed higher for the third consecutive session boosting the commodity-linked loonie. The USD/CAD currency pair fell from its intra-day highs as the loonie strengthened amid rumours that OPEC and  its allies would agree to  drastic oil supply cuts to  boost oil prices. The  USD/CAD currency pair today fell from a  high … “Canadian Dollar Rallies on Higher Oil Prices and Weak US Jobs Data”

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AUD/USD set for another plunge down under as coronavirus carnage spreads

AUD/USD has been dropping as coronavirus spreads and amid a worsening market mood.  The RBA decision, disease updates, and US jobless claims are eyed in the week leading to Easter. Early April’s daily chart is showing that bears are in control. The FX Poll is pointing to long-term gains. The thrill is gone – AIUD/USD’s … “AUD/USD set for another plunge down under as coronavirus carnage spreads”

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GBP/USD: Coronavirus, Death cross pattern, and other factors pointing down

GBP/USD has rocked and rolled as coronavirus continues spreading. Additional disease-related updates, consumer data, and the Fed minutes are eyed. Early April’s daily chart is showing the death cross pattern. The FX Poll is pointing to falls in the short and medium terms, with a recovery afterward. Pound/dollar volatility is at Brexit levels – not … “GBP/USD: Coronavirus, Death cross pattern, and other factors pointing down”

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Bulls Back on USD/JPY from 107.06

The United States dollar versus the Japanese yen currency pair seems to be delaying further advancement towards the south. Is this really a delay or the bulls took control? Long-term perspective The depreciation that started from the high of 111.70 almost touched the technical support level of 106.79, stopping in the psychological 107.00. Although the fact that the price got under the area defined by the levels of 108.85 and 108.13, respectively, was welcomed by the bears, the bulls … “Bulls Back on USD/JPY from 107.06”

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Pound Falls on Weak UK Services PMI Report as Dollar Surges

The Sterling pound today fell against the US dollar as investors reacted to weak service PMI released by Markit Economics in the early London session. The GBP/USD came under intense selling pressure as the greenback pressed higher despite yesterday’s record high US initial jobless claims numbers. The GBP/USD currency pair today fell from a high of 1.2395 during the late Asian session to a low of 1.2262 in the early European session and was headed … “Pound Falls on Weak UK Services PMI Report as Dollar Surges”

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Euro Falls to New 5-Day Lows on Record Spanish COVID-19 Deaths

The  euro today fell against the  US dollar as  deaths from the  coronavirus in  Spain reached new highs even as  other European countries battle the  disease. The  EUR/USD currency pair today fell amid high demand for  the  dollar and  the  rising tensions in  the  European Union as  Germany and  Holland refuse to  support Southern states. … “Euro Falls to New 5-Day Lows on Record Spanish COVID-19 Deaths”

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US Dollar Holds Steady As Initial Jobless Claims Surge 6.6 Million

The US dollar is holding steady on Thursday after the federal government reported that initial jobless claims doubled week’s total and topped 6.6 million. The coronavirus pandemic continues to take a toll on a once robust and resilient labor market, and it is unclear as to when Americans will return to the workforce. Despite the federal government’s $2.2 trillion stimulus package that includes direct income support, how much longer can the world’s … “US Dollar Holds Steady As Initial Jobless Claims Surge 6.6 Million”

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