EUR/USD: Trading the US Final GDP

US Final GDP is a key release and is published each quarter. GDP reports measure production and growth of the economy, and are considered by analysts as one the most important indicators of economic activity. A reading which is higher than the market forecast is bullish for the dollar. Here are all the details, and 5 possible outcomes for … “EUR/USD: Trading the US Final GDP”

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Trading Article 50: 3 scenarios and endless uncertainty [Video]

Nine months after the EU referendum, the UK is officially leaving the EU. The move was well-telegraphed but could still cause jitters as the clock begins ticking down and negotiations begin. We lay out the three scenarios for this new phase of GBP trading. The pound could be sensitive to the upside on a short … “Trading Article 50: 3 scenarios and endless uncertainty [Video]”

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With the ugly DXY break, is the Trump trade over?

The failure of Trump-care was the latest blow to the US dollar. The post-elections rally is unwinding. What’s next? Here are two opinions: Here is their view, courtesy of eFXnews: USD: Ugly Break Of DXY; What’s Next? SocGen Societe Generale FX Strategy Research notes that the break of 99 in DXY is ‘ugly’ pointing to a break of 110 … “With the ugly DXY break, is the Trump trade over?”

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USD/JPY: Trading the US CB Consumer Confidence

US CB Consumer Confidence Index is based on a monthly survey of about 5,000 households regarding their opinion of the economy. Its release often has a strong impact on market prices. A higher reading than the market forecast is bullish for the dollar. Here are all the details, and 5 possible outcomes for USD/JPY. Published on … “USD/JPY: Trading the US CB Consumer Confidence”

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EUR/USD at the 2017 highs – where next? 4 opinions

EUR/USD is extending its gains on a variety of factors, from USD weakness on the Fed’s dovish hike and Trump’s failure to the optimism about Europe. What’s next? Here are four opinions: Here is their view, courtesy of eFXnews: EUR/USD: Factoring In Current Account: Where To Target? – CIBC CIBC World Markets Research still holds … “EUR/USD at the 2017 highs – where next? 4 opinions”

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AUD/USD: ‘Wait A Minute, Not So Fast’; Where To Target?

The Australian dollar seems to move according to the ebb and flow of the US dollar more than anything else. The team at Danske refocuses on the RBA and sets targets. Will the pair break below support? Here is their view, courtesy of eFXnews: Danske Bank Research notes that AUD/USD has reversed the move after … “AUD/USD: ‘Wait A Minute, Not So Fast’; Where To Target?”

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USD: Cautious outlook for bulls – two views

The US dollar has been on the back foot, especially against the safe-haven Japanese yen. For those hanging on to the greenback, where can hope come from? Here are two opinions: Here is their view, courtesy of eFXnews: USD: What Bulls Need To Do Now? – SocGen Societe Generale FX Strategy argues that USD bulls needs to … “USD: Cautious outlook for bulls – two views”

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Factoring In 3 Global Risk Themes; What’s The FX Trade?

The US dollar is struggling on the dovish hike and there is a “risk-off” sense in markets. What’s next? Here is their view, courtesy of eFXnews: Bank of America Merrill Lynch Research outlines 3 key global risk factors in G10 FX, and broader financial markets: 1) the US outlook centered around the twin risks of tighter monetary policy … “Factoring In 3 Global Risk Themes; What’s The FX Trade?”

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USD/JPY: Trading the US New Home Sales

US New Home Sales indicator is released monthly, and provides analysts with important data the health and direction of the housing sector. A higher reading than the market prediction is bullish for the dollar. Here are all the details, and 5 possible outcomes for USD/JPY. Published on Thursday at 14:00 GMT. Indicator Background US New … “USD/JPY: Trading the US New Home Sales”

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Is the EUR/USD rally nearing its end? Two views

EUR/USD enjoyed Macron’s performance as well as the dollar’s underperformance to stage a rally. Can it be close to the end? Here are two opinions: Here is their view, courtesy of eFXnews: EUR: Cyclical Disadvantage To Cap Further EUR/USD Gains – Barclays The EUR appreciated last week following a less-hawkish Fed and some relief over … “Is the EUR/USD rally nearing its end? Two views”

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