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NZD/USD: general analysis

Current trend

The New Zealand dollar is lowering during the trading session today.
The NZD is weakening due to the poor PRC data publications. According to Caixin, the China Manufacturing PMI lowered below the level of 50 for the first time from June, 2016. In May the index lowered by 0.7 to 49.6 points. The index evaluates the state of the manufacturing industry.

A reading above 50 is perceived as positive for the Chinese economy. A reading below 50 is perceived as negative. The New Zealand economy is responsive to the PRC economical news, as China is its major trading partner.
Today the list of US economical news will be published. The ISM Manufacturing PMI is worth traders’ attention, as it will give an insight of the economy growth rate, and the ISM Prices Paid.

Support and resistance

On the 4-hour chart the pair is moving within the upward channel. It is expected to trade near its lower border. MACD is above the zero line, but its volumes are decreasing, Stochastic is pointed downwards. The indicators give a sell signal.

Support levels: 0.7060, 0.7020, 0.6970.
Resistance levels: 0.7090, 0.7130, 0.7185.

Trading scenario

Buy the pair after the price is set above the level of 0.7090 with the target at 0.7130 and 0.7185, stop loss is at 0.7070.
Short positions seem more relevant, open ones below the level of 0.7060 with the target at 0.7020 and 0.6970 and stop loss at 0.7080.
Implementation period: 1-2 days.

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EUR/USD: general review

Current trend

Thursday was volatile for the pair EUR/USD which was caused by yesterday’s releases and the news due today, in particular changes in nonfarm payrolls.
Yesterday after slight growth during the morning trading the pair got cheaper in view of release on an ADP report on the level of employment in the private sector. The indicator that precedes the NFP report showed growth and exceeded expectations strengthening USD and giving sufficient proof that the report on nonfarm payrolls will be positive. Strong NP data in turn will indirectly support the increase of FOMC rates in June.

The growth of initial jobless claims had a negative impact on the US currency and slowed down the fall of the pair. It dropped to1.1200 but failed to break through a strong support level.
Today the market is expected to be highly volatile.

Support and resistance

On the H1 chart the pair is demonstrating lateral movement within a narrow price range formed by the borders of Bollinger Bands. MACD histogram is around the zero mark, and its volumes are minimal.

Support levels: 1.1200, 1.1170, 1.1120.
Resistance levels: 1.1240, 1.1265.

Trading tips

Short positions may be opened from the level of 1.1190 with targets at 1.1120 and stop-loss at 1.1220.
Long positions may be opened from 1.1240 with targets at 1.1290 and top-loss at 1.1210.
The period of implementation is 1-2 days.

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USD/CAD: general analysis

Current trend
The Canadian dollar fell last week against the US dollar, despite the fact that the data on Canadian GDP came out much better than expected. Nevertheless, the significant fall in oil prices, which reached a three-week low last week, and the strengthening of the US dollar up until Friday weakened the Canadian currency; and the pair USD/CAD was growing.

However, the trend line zone (blue) close to the resistance area of 1.3550 once again showed its strength, and the pair was corrected downwards. The correction of the pair also had a fundamental reason – the Friday data of the US labor market, which turned out to be worse than the forecast.

At the beginning of this week important indicators are going to be released: productivity level in the non-agricultural sector of the USA (14:30 GMT+2), it is expected to grow by 0.4%; the index of business activity and the index of activity in the US services sector (15:45 GMT+2); the index of business activity in the non-manufacturing sector (PMI) of the US at 16:00 (GMT+2) (the forecast promises a decrease in the index by 0.5 points). Tomorrow, at 16:00 (GMT+2), the index of business activity in Canada will be published.

We can hardly expect a rapid return of investor confidence after their disappointment with the US dollar on Friday, therefore, for the next two days we expect the consolidation of the pair.

Support and resistance
Support levels: 1.3450, 1.3400, 1.3315, 1.3260.
Resistance levels: 1.3535, 1.3600, 1.3700, 1.3790.

Trading scenario
Short positions should be opened at the market price with the targets of 1.3400, 1.3315 and stop-loss at 1.3540.
An alternative scenario would be to buy at 1.3535 with targets of 1.3600, 1.3700 and stop-loss at 1.3470.
Implementation time: 1-2 days.

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NZD/USD: weak US stats push the pair up

Current trend
The pair is growing for the fourth week and by now has reached a maximum value in the region of 0.7170. The US currency was seriously weakened by recent negative statistics: the number of new jobs fell to 138 thousand. On Monday, unconvincing data showed the US business activity index in the non-industrial sector, which in March was worse than forecasted and amounted to 56.9 points. The deterioration of US statistics may slow the rate hike. On the other hand, the general support for New Zealand currency is provided by the milk prices: according to the Global Dairy Trade auction, a stable growth of over 3% has been observed for 6 weeks. In addition, the corporate news strengthen “kiwi”: one of the largest dairy producers in Australia Murray Goulburn was forced to close part of the production and cut 360 jobs, which plays into the hands of the New Zealand company Fonterra, which holds about 30% of world exports of dairy products and providing significant income to the budget of New Zealand.

Support and resistance
In technical terms, the price is testing the 0.7170 level (Fibonacci correction of 23.6%) and, in case of break through it can continue to rise to the levels of 0.7250, 0.7320, 0.7375 (annual highs). On the other hand, Stochastic's entry into the overbought zone indicates a possible downward correction to the mid-range of the Bollinger bands and Fibo’s 38.2% – to the 0.7000 level.

Support levels: 0.7000, 0.6875, 0.6800.
Resistance levels: 0.7170, 0.7250, 0.7320, 0.7375.

Trading tips
In this situation, long positions can be opened above the level of 0.7170 with targets of 0.7250 and 0.7320 and stop-loss order at 0.7140. With the rebound of the price from the level of 0.7170, short positions with the target of 0.7000 and stop-loss order 0.7170 will become relevant.

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EUR/USD: general review

Current trend

Due to the empty macroecnomic calendar market participants continued to act based on the negative labor market statistics and to sell the US currency. As a result the pair EUR/USD rose to the resistance level of 1.1284. After multiple tests of this level trading moved to the side channel. The traders are waiting for the ECB fiscal policy meeting and the results of parliamentary election in the UK and do not open major positions. If ECB increases its economic forecatrs, the rate of EUR/USD will continue to increase. If the rhetorics of the European regulator appears to be mild, one may expect the rate of EUR/USD to decrease.

Support and resistance

Technical indicators confirm the lateral tendency: Bollinger Bands are directed sidewards; MACD histogram is in the positive zone and moving alon the zero line.
Support levels: 1.1232, 1.1180, 1.1135.
Resistance levels: 1.1284, 1.1324, 1.1381.

Trading tips

Sell positions may be opened below 1.1232 with targets at 1.1180, 1.1135 at stop-loss at 1.1265.
Buy positions may be opened above 1.1284 with targets at 1.1324, 1.1381 and stop-loss at 1.1254.

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YM: general review

Current trend

Dow Jones continues to trade near historical maximums: 21223.2 or 8/8 Murrey. Breaking through and consolidation above this level will open it the way to 21250.4. In the near future a vote on the Financial Choice Act project may take place. The purpose of the project is to reduce the level of regulation of the US baning system and reserve requirements for commercial banks. If the project is passed, the market may experience excessive liquidity which in the end may positively influence the stock market.

The second event that may impact stock markets all over the world is the UK parliamentary election. According to the initial data, the majority of places in the Parliament is to be taken by the Conservative Party under the leadership of Theresa May. However due to terrorist attacks the gap between them and other parties (namely the Labor Party) is narrowing.
Initial and secondary jobless claims are also to be publised in the USA. A slight drop by approximately 8 thousand is expected.

Support and resistance

Stochastic is reaching the level of 80 points or the overbought zone and signals about possible correction. Short positions may be opened only in case the lower support level of 7/8 Murrey or 21094.1 is broken through.
Support levels: 21094.1.
Resistance levels: 21223.2.

Trading tips

Short positions may be opened from the level of 21094.1 with targets at 20937.8 and stop-loss at 21223.2.

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GBP/USD: general review

Current trend

The pound fell by over 200 points against US dollar in view of release of exit polls data. According to them, the possibility that the Concervative Party may lose its absolute majority in the Parliament remained. Prime Minister Theresa May called for an early election hoping to get far bigger advantage, and the results of the election were truly shocking. Thus, according to recent BBC data, the conservatives are expected to get 318 places out of 650, and the Labor Party is to receive 267 places. The Brexit process becomes even more uncertain now which will add risks for the pound in the short and medium term.

The main item of the agenda today is the results of the UK election. After the release of the official data the market is expected to become volatile.

Support and resistance

Support levels: 1.2700.
Resistance levels: 1.2750, 1.2780, 1.2800, 1.2850.

Trading tips

Short positions may be opened from the level of 1.2670 with target at 1.2600 and stop-loss at 1.2700.
Long positions may be opened from the level of 1.2780 with target at 1.2850 and stop-loss at 1.2750.
The period of implementation is 1-2 days.

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EUR/USD: general review

Current trend

Today, the euro is strengthening against the US dollar after a decline at the end of last week, which was partly caused by the unexpected outcome of the parliamentary elections in the UK. Tory, contrary to expectations, could not gain an absolute majority in the parliament, the position of Therese May, as acting Prime Minister, weakened, which could affect negotiations on the Brexit process. It should be noted that this election outcome may be an advantage for the Eurozone, because the results have introduced a new uncertainty factor into the economy of Britain, and European leaders would like to start negotiations on Brexit as soon as possible.

This week, a number of economic releases are planned for the Eurozone, and the US Federal Reserve's decision on the interest rate is also expected.

Support and resistance

The decline at the end of last week was rather a correction of the upward trend, than a change in the general trend. On the 4-hour chart, the pair broke off from the support level of 1.1170 and adjusted to the midline of the indicator "Bollinger bands" at around 1.1219. The MACD histogram is in the negative area, keeping a weak signal to sell.
Support levels: 1.1200, 1.1170, 1.1120.
Resistance levels: 1.1240, 1.1265, 1.1280

Trading tips

Long positions can be opened at the level of 1.1230 with the target of 1.1280 and the stop loss at the level of 1.1200.
Short positions should be set at 1.1190 with a target of 1.1120 and a stop loss at 1.1220.
Implementation time: 1-2 days.

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WTI Crude Oil: general review

Current trend

WTI quotes after a long fall moved to the upward correction phase from the level of 45.36. Oil prices gained certain support from the statement of the Minister of Energy of Saudi Arabia that his country has considerably decrease oil supply to the market. Today market players will pay attention to initial data from API on weekly changes of oil reserves in the USA (22:30, GMT+2). If the data shows the increase of the reserves, WTI quotes will get under pressure. Otherwise oil prices will be supported in the short term.

Support and resistance

Technical indicators point at the preservation of the buyers activity. Bollinger Bands are pointing upwards. MACD histogram is in negative zone, but its volume is decreasing, signalling about the increasing influence of the buyers. Breaking through the level of 46.85 will be a signal for growth continuation and will open the way to the level of 47.80 for the buyers. If the sellers take the initiative and drop the rate below the lower line of Bollinger Bands (46.11), the fall will continue to 45.38.
Support levels: 46.11, 45.38, 44.53.
Resistance levels: 46.85, 47.80, 49.00.

Trading tips

Buy positions may be opened above 46.85 with targets at 47.80 and stop-loss at 46.60.
Sell positions may be opened below 46.11 with targets at 45.38 and stop-loss at 46.40.

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GBP/USD: general review

Current trend

The rate of GBP/USD continues to gradually strengthen and has already reached the level of 1.2800, but failed to consolidate above it.

After the release of mixed statistics pon the UK labor market the rate moved downward. Jobless Claims were better than expected and decreased to 7.3K in May from 22K a month earlier. Average salary was worse than expected: the growth of the indicator slowed down to 2.1% in April against 2.3% a month earlier. Investors reacted to this news with the sales of the British currency.

After the release of statistics from the UK the main macroeconomic event of the day will be the decision of FOMC on the interest rate followed by comments on the fiscal policy. Market participants expect FOMC to increase the interest rate at its meeting by 0.25 percentage points t 1.25%. Thus, the fact of the rate's increase has already been included into the current USD rate.

If the rate is increased, US dollar will receive support in the short term which will lead to the reduction of GBP/USD rate. If FOMC decides not to increase the rate, or if follow-up comments of its head show cautious or pessimistic attitude to the prospects of the US economy (level of unemployment, inflation), investors will start to sell USD which would lead to the growth of GBP/USD rate.

Support and resistance

Technical indicators don't provide a clear signal. Bollinger Bands are directed sidewards indicating lateral movement. MACD histogram is reducing in the negative zone reacting to the recent growth of the rate but does not provide a clear signal. Stochastic is directed downwards indicating the increasing influence of sellers.
Support levels: 1.2714, 1.2674, 1.2636.
Resistance levels: 1.2768, 1.2802, 1.2850.

Trading tips

Sell positions may be opened below 1.2714 with targets at 1.2674-1.2636 at stop-loss at 1.2740.
Buy positions may be opened above the level of 1.2768 with targets at 1.2802, 1.2850 and stop-loss at 1.2745.

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CAC: technical analysis

CAC, D1

On the daily chart, the instrument is trading in the lower Bollinger band. The price remains above the EMA65, EMA130 and SMA200 that are directed up. The RSI has formed a “double bottom” reverse pattern. The Composite is about to test its longer MA and keeps forming a Bullish divergence with the price.

CAC, H4

On the 4-hour chart, the instrument is growing towards the upper line of Bollinger Bands. The price remains just below the EMA65, EMA130 and SMA200 that are turning down. The RSI is growing having broken out its longer MA. The Composite is showing similar dynamics.

Key levels

Support levels: 5155.0 (April gap), 5090.0 (March highs), 5078.0 (June 2015 highs).
Resistance levels: 5314.0 (local highs), 5367.0 (June highs), 5400.0 (local highs).

Trading tips

The price is approaching its short-term descending trendline. Its breakout would lead to a growth continuation.
Long positions can be opened from the level of 5314.0 with targets at 5367.0, 5400.0 and stop-loss at 5275.0. Validity – 3-5 days.
Short positions can be opened form the level of 5155.0 with targets at 5090.0, 5078.0 and stop-loss at 5190.0. Validity – 3-5 days.

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GBP/USD: general review

Current trend
Last week the Bank of England announced its decision on the interest rate. The value of 0.25% remained unchanged, but in the comments on the fiscal policy the representatives of the Central Bank announced not only positive aspects but also risks for the UK in view of the upcoming Brexit negotiations. At the same time, BOE report on the monetary policy strengthened the pair after it became known that three out of eight members of the committee voted for the increase of the rate.
Within the next week market participants may expect high volatility in the trading instrument as Brexit negotiations are going to be complicated.
No important releases are expected from the USA or UK today, therefore the pair is likely to consolidated with a slight "bullish" tendency. The key even of the current week will be the release of the data from the US Department of Labor on the number of initial jobless claims.

Support and resistance
On D1 chart the pair is trading in the lower part of Bollinger Bands. The indicator has reversed downwards while the price range has slightly narrowed confirming the turn from the upward trend. MACD histogram is in the positive zone with its volumes reducing keeping the sell signal. Stochatic does not give clear signal for entering the market.
Support levels: 1.2575, 1.2665, 1.2735.
Resistance levels: 1.2845, 1.2905, 1.2975, 1.3015.

Trading tips
Short positions could be opened from the level of 1.2835 with targets at 1.2665 and stop-loss at 1.2890. The period of implementation is 2-4 days.
Long positions may be opened from the level of 1.2865 with target at 1.2980 and stop-loss at 1.2810. The period of implementation is 2-4 days.


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Brent Crude Oil: general analysis

Current trend
Oil prices began to fall on May, 25, after the OPEC decision to prolong the oil production limitation Agreement. In the end of the last week the price met the strong support around 46.70. The reaction of the oil price around this year minimum will possibly determine the further price movement in the nearest future. The active development of the shale oil production in the USA is one of the main factors, which are weakening the oil. Besides, the OPEC Agreement leads to the gradual lowering of the world oil resources. In his last speech the Saudi Arabia Industrial and Energy Minister Khalid Al-Falih was confident, that in the 4th quarter 2017 the oil price and recourses will reach the needed balance.
The EIA Crude Oil Stocks change data, which are due at 16:30 (GMT+2) tomorrow, will clear the further development of the situation. The amount of the resources is expected to lower. The Baker Hughes US Oil Rig Count, due at 19:00 (GMT+2) on Friday, is an important issue, too.
Today at 14:00 (GMT+2) and at 21:00 (GMT+2) the USA FRS Members Fischer and Kaplan speeches will be published. According to the last FRS Members commentaries and the Head of the FRS Janet Yellen speech rhetoric, they are trying to support the USD verbally despite the macroeconomic reality.
The development of the correction is expected in the nearest two days.

Support and resistance
Support levels: 46.70, 45.80, 45.00, 44.10.
Resistance levels: 47.30, 48.50, 50.00, 51.50.

Trading scenario
Open long positions at the current price with the target at 48.50, 50.00 and stop loss at 46.90.
Open short positions at the level of 46.70, with the target at 45.80, 45.00 and stop loss at 47.40.


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AUD/USD: general review

Current trend
In the end of the previous week AUD consolidated in view of unexpectedly positive data from the Australian labor market. The pair AUD/USD broke through the psychologically important level of 0.7500 and the upper border of the 6-weeks upward channel (green line in H4). After that the statements by FOMC members strengthened USD, and the pair consolidated between 0.7570 and 0.7630.
Yesterday Australian dollar received support from the Reserve Bank of Australia that discused threats to financial stability in its meeting.
Secondary housing market statistics from the USA is due today at 16:00 (GMT+2), and a slight decrease of the outlook is expected. The data on the reserves of petrochemicals (with an expected drop in the volumes of crude oil and gasoline) are due at 16:30 (GMT+2).
The main forecast for the next two days is the weakening of the pair.

Support and resistance
Support levels: 0.7530, 0.7490, 0.7440.
Resistance levels: 0.7570, 0.7630, 0.7680.

Trading tips
Short positions may be opened at the market price with targets at 0.7530, 0.7490 and stop-loss at 0.7590.
Alternatively, long positions may be opened from the level of 0.7570 with targets at 0.7630, 0.7680 and stop-loss at 0.7510.



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GBP/USD: general review

Current trend
The pair GBP/USD continues to show instability in view of political events in the UK. Yesterday the pair dropped during early trading having tested the support level 1.2600. But after the promises of Prime Minister Theresa May to organize the Brexit procedure as mildly as possible, the price moved to 1.2700. Due to high volatility it is impossible to forecee futher movements of the price, and current marker instability may remain until the beginning of Brexit negotiations.
Today in the absence of important macroeconomic releases from the UK and the USA attention should be paid to technical indicators.

Support and resistance
On the H4 chart the pair is trading between the middle and lower lines of Bollinger Bands and is showing side movement. MACD histogram is in the negative zone with the sale signal weakening. Stochastic is in the neutral area showing side movement and does not give a clear signal for entering the market.
Support levels: 1.2635, 1.2600.
Resistance levels: 1.2700, 1.2750, 1.2780, 1.2800.

Trading tips
Short positions may be opened from the current level with targets at 1.2600 and stop-loss at 1.2700.
Long positions may be opened from the level of 1.2720 with targets at 1.2780 and stop-loss at 1.2690.
The period of implementation is 1-2 days.


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WTI Crude Oil: technical analysis

WTI Crude Oil, D1
On D1 chart the instrument is decreasing along the lower border of Bollinger Bands. The price range is widened, and the next target is the support level of 42.00. In case this level is broken through, the price will continue to move to 41.50, 41.00. MACD histogram is in the negative area and gradually increases its volumes. The signal line is crossing to body of the histogram *Stochastic is in the oversold zone and is about to cross the border wth the neutral area.

WTI Crude Oil, H4
On the H4 chart the price corrected to the middle line of Bollinger Bands. The price is moving within the 42.00 - 43.00 range formed by the middle and lower borders of the indicator. MACD histogram is in the negative zone keeping a signal for the opening of short positions. Stochatic is in the neutral zone, and the lines of the oscillator are directed downwards.

Key levels
Support levels: 42.00, 41.50, 41.00.
Resistance levels: 44.00, 45.80, 46.50, 47.15, 48.00, 49.30, 50.00, 50.50, 51.70, 52.50, 53.00.

Trading tips
According to technical indicators, short positions could be opened from the current level with targets at 42.00 and stop-loss at 43.20. The period of implementation is 1-2 days.
Long positions may be opened from 44.30 with targets at 45.80 and stop-loss at 43.80. The implementation period is 3-5 days.



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EUR/USD: summer drop and volatility

Current trend
The rate of EUR/USD is in the side tendency and has been consolidating in the narrow channel for a month. The summer season is at its peak, and the leaders of Eurozone and the USA have postoponed their key decisions for autumn. The only movement catalyst was the decision of FOMC to increase the rates that has been in the making for a long time.
Despite this, the rate of USD against EUR underwent almost no significant changes. The pair has been trading within the limit of 120 points since the middle of May. Last week it dropped due to the growth of demand for USD in view of FOMC decisions but by Friday the pair returned to starting points. Today the economic calendar containst no macroeconomic releases from Europe and the USA.

Support and resistance
No major fluctuations of the pair are expected in the medium term. Lateral channel is likely to narrow down. Even tomorrow's statements by ECB President Mario Draghi and FOMC chair Janet Yelln are not likely to provoke volatility.
Despite this, the upward trend has been broken, and there is high possibility that the pair will drop in the long term. The downward tendency may continue to the lower border of the long-term upward range at 1.0820. The main supporting factors are weak demand for EUR in view of Brexit and growing investors' interest in weakened USD supported by the increase of the key interest rate. Technical indicators confirm the downward tendency. The volumes of long positions in MACD indicator dropped rapidly, and Bollinger Bands are rearranging horizontally.
Support levels: 1.1155, 1.1125, 1.1100, 1.1020, 1.1000, 1.0950, 1.0820, 1.0710, 1.0570.
Resistance levels: 1.1200, 1.1230, 1.1280, 1.1350, 1.1370, 1.1470.

Trading tips
Positions may be opened from the borders of the channel. Short positions may be opened after a sell signal following the breakout of the key support levels 1.1125, 1.1100 with targets at 1.0950, 1.0820.


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Brent Crude Oil: general review

Current trend
Oil quotes attempted to grow once again. Moving away from the support level of 45.17, they are trying to consolidate above the resistance level of 46.31. Technical indicators show the increasing influence of the buyers. Bollinger Bands are pointing upwards. The volumes of MACD histogram are actively reducing in the negative zone and have moved to the positive one. Breaking through the level of 46.31 will be a signal of growth continuation. In this case the nearest targets of the buyers will be 47.00, 48.00. If the level of 46.31 is not bronek through, and the sellers manage to take the initiative, the fall will continue to 45.58, 44.48.
Today market players will pay attention to initial data from API on weekly changes of oil reserves in the USA (22:30, GMT+2). If the report points at considerable reduction of reserve, Brent will gain strong support in the short term. Otherwise the fall will continue. Generally the news in the oil market remain negative. The market still has not seen any effect from OPEC+ agreement extension. Due to the remaining oversupply of oil it is difficult for the prices to move to stable growth.

Support and resistance
Support levels: 45.58, 44.48, 43.52.
Resistance levels: 46.31, 47.00, 48.01.

Trading tips
Buy positions may be opened above the level of 46.31 with targets at 47.00, 48.00 and stop-loss at 46.20.
Sell positions may be opened below 45.58 with targets at 44.48 and stop-loss at 48.88.


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NZD/USD: general review

Current trend
As a result of yesterday's trading the rate of the pair NZD/USD demonstrated mixed dynamics and closed at 0.7269. USD consolidated in view of comments by the member of FOMC Open Markets Committee Patrick Harker supporting the increase of the rates this year. The pair was also influenced by the "hawkish" tone of comments made by the ECB head Mario Draghi who stated that the increase of interest rates in the near future. Fiscal policies of ECB and FOMC differ from that of the Reserve Bank of New Zealand. While FOMC and ECB speak about the increase of the rates, RBN remains neutral.
Today the rate of the pair may be influenced by the data on the on-going housing sales transactions from the USA. The indicator is expected to grow by 0.8% and a result above expected may give additional support to USD.

Support and resistance
On the H4 chart the instrument is moving in the narrow range formed by middle and lower lines of Bollinger Bands. MACD histogram is in the positive area with it volumes decreasing. Stochastic is crossing the borders of the neutral zone and the oversold zone from below, forming a signal for the opening of long positions.
Support levels: 0.7250, 0.7200, 0.7160, 0.7130, 0.7100, 0.7050.
Resistance levels: 0.7280, 0.7320, 0.7350.

Trading tips
Short positions may be opened from 0.7250 with targets at 0.7200 and stop-loss at 0.7280.
Long positions may be opened from 0.7290 with targets at 0.7340 and stop-loss at 0.7260.
The period of implementation is 1-3 days.


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USD/CHF: general analysis

Current trend
The US dollar has been weakening against the Swiss franc for the third day. At the moment the pair is trading at the level of 0.9577. The nearest key support level is 0.9521. The fall of the USD is caused mainly by the IMF commentary upon the decreasing of the expecting growth rate of the US economy. Analysts expect that the forecast is connected with the disagreement of the Republicans and Democrats in the White House, which can prevent all the President’s attempts to imply the tax reformation. Originally the plan was to decrease the federal budget income tax rate for corporations to 15%. According to Congressmen, the step can lead to 2 trillion USD shortage in the budget. On the other hand, this can lead to the increase of the economy growth rate and compensate the lowering of the tax base. In addition, the IMF experts noted that the USD is overpriced by 10-15% against main world currencies at the moment, which undermines the competitiveness of the US goods and negatively affects the economy growth.
The Initial Jobless Claims data will we published today in the USA: the index is expected to stay at the same level of 240K. The Q1 Gross Domestic Product Annualized publication is also expected today.

Support and resistance
Support level: 0.9521.
Resistance level: 0.9643.

Trading scenario
Long positions can be opened at the level of 0.9643 with the target at 0.9700 and stop loss around 0.9521.



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