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Bullish Outlook on USD/JPY: Strong USD and Market OptimismFollowing my previous analysis, I believe USD/JPY has strong bullish potential. With Trump’s election win and renewed market optimism, we’re seeing increased confidence in the USD. As risk appetite grows, investors are moving away from safe havens like gold, which has been losing momentum, and are putting their money back into the markets. This shift, combined with expectations for a stronger dollar, could create a solid uptrend for USD/JPY. As the USD strengthens, we might see higher highs in this pair in the near term.
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by Charts_M7M
USDJPY: Asian indices bearish and U.S. concernsJapan's Nikkei 225 index closed with a loss of 1.55% on Wednesday, pressured by rising U.S. Treasury yields and the strength of the dollar against the yen (USD/JPY), which gained 0.38% on the session. This movement in the currency market reflects a growing preference for the dollar as a safe haven, driven by expectations of expansionary fiscal policies in the U.S. following the re-election of Donald Trump. Impact of USD/JPY Strength on Asian Markets. The rising USD/JPY, which continues to strengthen against the yen, directly affects Japanese exports, increasing export costs and reducing the competitiveness of Japanese companies in global markets. This is particularly relevant in sectors such as transportation equipment and trade, which suffered the biggest falls on the Tokyo stock exchange amid this volatile exchange rate situation. The US dollar also strengthened against the yen, pushing the USD/JPY to a three-month high. The rise particularly affected Asian markets, which see rising yields and U.S. inflation as key factors that could cause the Federal Reserve to reconsider the pace of monetary easing. The Nikkei 225 was not the only index affected in Asia, as Hong Kong's Hang Seng and other regional indices also recorded declines, reflecting a cautious sentiment in the markets. In parallel, the US dollar futures index strengthened by 0.04% to 105.99, while the Nikkei volatility index showed a decline of 5.38%, suggesting a slight reduction in implied volatility. Looking at the chart, the USDJPY has recovered much of its decline that began on July 11 through mid-September. This recovery has continued, recovering almost its value of 155,018 yen per dollar. It is currently very close to the checkpoint (POC) in the 157,000 yen area. RSI currently stands at 65.77%, so we are currently in a low zone of the long term channel so the extension does not seem to want to advance much further. Given so much current downward pressure, it is possible that the strength of the dollar, the thesis is that in the short term very possibly the Bank of Japan should take measures to control that undervalued yen, since a strong dollar seems to be affecting very negatively the Japanese market, so the target ceiling for Japan should not exceed 158.00 0 yen to avoid further damage to its economy. Influence of Treasury Bonds and Inflation Expectations. U.S. Treasury yields have risen significantly since Donald Trump's re-election, reaching levels not seen since July, driven by expectations of policies that could increase the fiscal deficit through higher spending and tax cuts. This rise in yields puts pressure on stocks as investors recalculate valuations on the prospect of higher long-term interest rates. Deeper deficit spending strangles equity valuations as risk-free rates rise. As the Federal Reserve is expected to maintain its vigilant stance, investors are closely watching upcoming U.S. inflation data to assess potential monetary policy adjustments. Gold and Bitcoin as a Refuge Amid market volatility, gold was up 0.15% on the day, trading around $2,612 an ounce, while Bitcoin recently hit a new all-time high near $90,000 before taking a breather in Wednesday's session, trading around $87,295. Markets have an expectation that bitcoin could reach $120,000 without corrections, especially aided by stimulus from China, which could support this momentum. Trump's proposed policies, which seek to make the United States the largest holder of cryptocurrencies on the planet and thus pay off its national debt with them, turning the country into “the cryptocurrency capital of the world” have generated optimism in the cryptocurrency sector, which anticipates a more flexible and favorable regulatory environment for the development of the digital market. In such a context, major investors such as Warren Buffet accumulate liquid assets by avoiding the stock market. Crude Crude oil for December delivery was up 0.15% at $68.22 per barrel, while gold futures for December delivery were up 0.23% at $2,612.30 per ounce. In currencies, USD/JPY rose 0.28% to 155.03 yen. Conclusion The combination of a strengthening dollar, a weakening yen and rising US Treasury yields has pressured Asian markets, with the Nikkei 225 down. Investors continue to watch USD/JPY and US inflation data, looking for opportunities in safe-haven assets and adjusting strategies ahead of the possible consequences of a more expansionary fiscal environment in the US. Ion Jauregui - ActivTrades Analyst ******************************************************************************************* The information provided does not constitute investment research. 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by ActivTrades
USDJPY Daily Analysis: Slight Bearish Bias Expected Amid Dollar USDJPY Daily Analysis: Slight Bearish Bias Expected Amid Dollar Weakness and Yen Strength 13/11/2024 Introduction The outlook for USDJPY today points toward a slight bearish bias, driven by factors that favor the Japanese yen (JPY) over the U.S. dollar (USD). As recent U.S. economic data moderates expectations for further Federal Reserve rate hikes, and with the yen drawing safe-haven interest, USDJPY could experience downward pressure. This article provides a brief analysis of key drivers influencing USDJPY, offering valuable insights for forex traders. --- Key Drivers Influencing USDJPY Today 1. Weaker U.S. Dollar Amid Dovish Federal Reserve Outlook Recent U.S. economic data, including softer inflation readings and mixed labor market performance, has dampened expectations for additional Federal Reserve rate hikes. With inflation pressures appearing to ease, the Fed may adopt a more cautious approach, reducing the appeal of the USD. A softer dollar generally favors a bearish USDJPY trend, especially as the yen gains safe-haven demand. 2. Potential Yen Strength from Safe-Haven Demand The Japanese yen traditionally serves as a safe-haven currency, attracting demand during periods of global uncertainty. With mixed economic outlooks in major global markets, investor risk aversion has increased, contributing to yen demand. This rise in safe-haven sentiment provides bearish momentum for USDJPY, especially as traders shift toward lower-risk assets. 3. Bank of Japan’s Stable Policy Adds Support for Yen While the Bank of Japan (BoJ) has maintained its dovish monetary stance, recent statements suggest it could adjust its policies if inflation shows sustained improvement. The prospect of a potential policy shift boosts confidence in the yen, supporting a slight bearish trend in USDJPY. The yen’s stability underpins its appeal as an alternative to a softer dollar in today’s market conditions. 4. Technical Indicators Signaling Downward Momentum Technically, USDJPY is approaching resistance levels that have previously capped upward movements. The pair is trading below its 50-day moving average, which often signals a bearish trend. Both the RSI (Relative Strength Index) and MACD (Moving Average Convergence Divergence) show signs of downward pressure, further supporting the bearish bias in USDJPY today. --- Technical Analysis Indicators Supporting a Bearish Outlook Moving Averages and RSI USDJPY remains below its 50-day moving average, a key bearish indicator that suggests continued downward movement. The RSI is trending lower, indicating building selling pressure without reaching oversold conditions, reinforcing a bearish bias. MACD and Volume Trends The MACD is showing a bearish crossover, supporting expectations for further declines. Volume trends reflect an increase in selling activity, aligning with today’s slight bearish outlook for USDJPY. --- Conclusion With U.S. dollar softness, safe-haven demand for the yen, and technical indicators favoring downside potential, USDJPY is expected to maintain a slight bearish bias today. Traders should watch for any significant changes in global risk sentiment and U.S. economic data that could impact the pair’s direction. --- SEO Tags: - #USDJPYforecast - #USDJPYanalysis - #USDJPYtechnicalanalysis - #ForexTradingUSDJPY - #JapaneseYenOutlook - #USDJPYtoday - #USDWeakness - #ForexMarketAnalysis - #USDJPYprediction
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by PERFECT_MFG
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Trump Win Could Spur BOJ Rate Hike if Yen Weakens Further Donald Trump’s victory in the U.S. presidential election is adding new uncertainties for the Bank of Japan (BOJ). The yen's recent slide against the dollar has raised concerns that a further drop—potentially hitting a key 160 yen per dollar level—could prompt the BOJ to hike rates sooner than expected. Former BOJ executive Kazuo Momma suggests that rapid yen depreciation is one of the few triggers for an early rate move. For now, a January rate hike is seen as plausible, but Japan's political climate and economic stability remain critical factors in timing. The BOJ is set to weigh these variables closely ahead of its mid-December policy meeting, where no surprises are expected if a move is communicated in advance. Source: Insights based on Bloomberg's reporting by Toru Fujioka.
by Eleazarahmath
USD/JPY: Ready to Break 154.8 and Push to New HighsExpectations around Trump's import tariffs are supporting U.S. bond yields, strengthening the USD and continuing to pressure JPY. The recent depreciation of JPY could lead to potential intervention from the Japanese government, preventing further short-selling ahead of the U.S. consumer inflation data release. Looking at the price chart, the USD/JPY pair has maintained a steady uptrend for an extended period, reflecting the strength of the USD relative to JPY. Recently, the pair has broken through significant resistance levels and continues to set new highs, reinforcing the current bullish trend. In the short term, there is a strong possibility that the pair could break the 154.8 resistance level. This level is currently a key point of resistance, but given the current upward momentum, the price is likely to surpass it and continue rising. An additional factor supporting this potential move is the upward-sloping trendline, which remains intact and indicates that the bullish trend is being sustained. With these factors in mind, it is reasonable to expect the USD/JPY pair to continue its upward trend in the near term, particularly if the 154.8 resistance level is broken. The stable uptrend and solid support from the trendline suggest that the price has the potential to continue rising, opening up opportunities for new highs.
by Alisa_Rokosz
USDJPY H4 I Bearish Reversal Based on the H4 chart analysis, we can see that the price is rising toward our sell entry at 155.700, which is a pullback resistance and a 127.2% Fibonacci extension. Our take profit will be at 153.72, a pullback support level. The stop loss will be at 15.65, above 161.8% Fibo extension High Risk Investment Warning Trading Forex/CFDs on margin carries a high level of risk and may not be suitable for all investors. Leverage can work against you. Stratos Markets Limited (www.fxcm.com): CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. 64% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs with this provider. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money. Stratos Europe Ltd, previously FXCM EU Ltd (www.fxcm.com): CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. 66% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs with this provider. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money. Stratos Trading Pty. Limited (www.fxcm.com): Trading FX/CFDs carries significant risks. FXCM AU (AFSL 309763), please read the Financial Services Guide, Product Disclosure Statement, Target Market Determination and Terms of Business at www.fxcm.com Stratos Global LLC (www.fxcm.com): Losses can exceed deposits. Please be advised that the information presented on TradingView is provided to FXCM (‘Company’, ‘we’) by a third-party provider (‘TFA Global Pte Ltd’). Please be reminded that you are solely responsible for the trading decisions on your account. There is a very high degree of risk involved in trading. Any information and/or content is intended entirely for research, educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute investment or consultation advice or investment strategy. The information is not tailored to the investment needs of any specific person and therefore does not involve a consideration of any of the investment objectives, financial situation or needs of any viewer that may receive it. Kindly also note that past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results. Actual results may differ materially from those anticipated in forward-looking or past performance statements. We assume no liability as to the accuracy or completeness of any of the information and/or content provided herein and the Company cannot be held responsible for any omission, mistake nor for any loss or damage including without limitation to any loss of profit which may arise from reliance on any information supplied by TFA Global Pte Ltd. The speaker(s) is neither an employee, agent nor representative of FXCM and is therefore acting independently. The opinions given are their own, constitute general market commentary, and do not constitute the opinion or advice of FXCM or any form of personal or investment advice. FXCM neither endorses nor guarantees offerings of third party speakers, nor is FXCM responsible for the content, veracity or opinions of third-party speakers, presenters or participants.
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by FXCM
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USDJPY - Long, A Closer Look 20SMA - Blue 200SMA - Pink Key Confluence Areas - Grey Lines Market Structure Support/Resistance - Green/Red Dashed Lines Your interest motivates me: If you find my analysis helpful, please boost and follow me for future analysis at your service. How I see it: Speculative USD Longs will persist to respect the trend in the short term. Any hint of red corrections offers up buying opportunities. If the current resistance can force a correction, we could be treated to fresh long opportunities in the short term. CPI Data release today, possible high volatility ahead! Keynote: The most important to consider always, before you leap: When you jump in the river, make sure you are "WITH" the current. I deeply appreciate you taking the time to study my analysis and point of view.
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by ANROC
USDJPY - 4HR Trend20SMA - Blue 200SMA - Pink Key Confluence Areas - Grey Lines Market Structure Support/Resistance - Green/Red Dashed Lines Your interest motivates me: If you find my analysis helpful, please boost and follow me for future analysis at your service. How I see it: Perfect 4HR Trend Zoomed in analysis to follow hereafter... The most important to consider always, before you leap: When you jump in the river, make sure you are "WITH" the current!! I deeply appreciate you taking the time to study my analysis and point of view.
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by ANROC
UJ Trade Recap - Profit Secured!This morning, I entered a trade on USD/JPY with an aggressive setup as price showed promising upward momentum. After entry, price quickly retested my EMA, allowing me to secure profit along the way. Although I was aiming for a better risk-to-reward (RR) ratio, the sudden retest was a good opportunity to lock in gains and stay cautious. 🟢 Trade Details: Risk %: 1% Entry TF: 15min SL Mode: ATR TP Mode: Trailing 💬 Will continue monitoring for a stronger momentum push and a higher RR on the next setup. Patience is key! #Trading #USDJPY #WiseOwlIndicator #Forex #EMA #RiskManagement #Profit
by TraderOuss_LumaNex
USDJPY Daily Analysis: Slight Bearish Bias Expected Amid Shifts USDJPY Daily Analysis: Slight Bearish Bias Expected Amid Shifts in Economic Sentiment 12/11/2024 Introduction Today’s analysis of USDJPY suggests a slight bearish bias as the Japanese yen gains ground amid mixed U.S. economic data and evolving global risk sentiment. The contrasting monetary policies of the Bank of Japan (BoJ) and the Federal Reserve, alongside shifts in market sentiment, are shaping today’s outlook for USDJPY. This article provides an in-depth look at the key drivers influencing USDJPY, offering insights for traders navigating today’s forex market. --- Key Drivers Influencing USDJPY Today 1. Bank of Japan’s (BoJ) Stable Policy Outlook The Bank of Japan (BoJ) has kept its ultra-loose monetary policy unchanged, but recent signals of potential shifts to support sustainable inflation levels have strengthened the yen. Speculation of a possible policy tweak has spurred demand for the JPY, putting bearish pressure on USDJPY as traders eye potential moves in the BoJ’s stance. 2. Mixed U.S. Economic Data and a Softer Dollar Recent U.S. data, including softer inflation and labor market figures, have prompted the Federal Reserve to maintain a cautious stance on additional rate hikes. This dovish outlook has weakened the U.S. dollar (USD), which further pressures USDJPY towards a bearish bias, especially as U.S. Treasury yields remain relatively low, reducing the USD’s appeal. 3. Global Risk Sentiment and Safe-Haven Demand for the Yen The Japanese yen is traditionally viewed as a safe-haven currency. With ongoing global economic uncertainties and recent geopolitical tensions, investors may lean towards the yen, adding to USDJPY’s bearish outlook. The yen’s safe-haven status often draws demand during periods of uncertainty, contributing to downward pressure on USDJPY. 4. Technical Indicators Favoring a Bearish Bias Technically, USDJPY is trading near key resistance levels, where it has faced selling pressure recently. The pair is also moving below its 50-day moving average, indicating a short-term downtrend. Both the RSI (Relative Strength Index) and MACD (Moving Average Convergence Divergence) indicators are showing bearish momentum, reinforcing the outlook for a slight bearish bias today. --- Technical Analysis Indicators Supporting a Bearish Outlook Moving Averages and RSI USDJPY is currently trading below its 50-day moving average, a bearish signal that suggests continued downward movement. The RSI is trending lower, indicating increasing selling pressure and reinforcing the possibility of further declines. MACD and Volume Analysis The MACD (Moving Average Convergence Divergence) shows a bearish crossover, suggesting further downside potential. Volume trends also indicate growing selling interest, supporting today’s bearish bias in USDJPY. --- Conclusion Given the BoJ’s evolving stance, recent U.S. economic data, and a cautious global sentiment favoring safe-haven assets, USDJPY is anticipated to have a slight bearish bias today. Traders should monitor key technical levels and remain attentive to any shifts in global sentiment that could impact the pair. --- SEO Tags: - #USDJPYforecast - #USDJPYanalysis - #USDJPYtechnicalanalysis - #ForexTradingUSDJPY - #JapaneseYenOutlook - #USDJPYtoday - #USDWeakness - #ForexMarketAnalysis - #USDJPYprediction
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by PERFECT_MFG
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Fundamental Market Analysis for November 12, 2024 USDJPYThe Japanese Yen (JPY) managed to strengthen slightly against its US counterpart in Tuesday's Asian session, but looks like it could weaken further. Japan's fragile minority government is expected to make it difficult for the Bank of Japan (BoJ) to tighten monetary policy. Moreover, the BoJ's summary of opinions from its October meeting showed that policymakers were divided on whether to raise interest rates again. This, along with fears of President-elect Donald Trump's tariffs returning, is putting pressure on the Japanese yen. Trump's policies and corporate tax cuts should put upward pressure on inflation, which could limit the Federal Reserve's (Fed) ability to ease policy. This, in turn, supports rising US Treasury yields and confirms a negative outlook for the low-yielding JPY in the near term. The US Dollar (USD), on the other hand, maintains the positive trend that followed Trump's victory in the US presidential election and suggests that the path of least resistance for the USD/JPY pair remains to the upside. Trading recommendation: Trade predominantly with Buy orders from the current price level.
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by Fresh-Forexcast2004