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20 February 2024,02:09

Daily Market Analysis

U.S. Dollar Remain Strong On Upbeat Economic Data

20 February 2024, 02:09

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The dollar maintained its strength and continued to rise, propelled by robust economic data released yesterday.

The dollar maintained its strength and continued to rise, propelled by robust economic data released yesterday. Higher-than-expected ISM PMI figures indicated ongoing strength in the U.S. economy despite elevated borrowing costs. The U.S. equity markets faced headwinds due to shifts in the Federal Reserve’s monetary policy outlook, leading to speculation of a prolonged period of monetary tightening. Meanwhile, in Japan, lower-than-expected Household Spending figures presented a challenge for the authorities considering a shift in the current monetary policy. The economic performance didn’t provide convincing evidence for the central bank to make a move. Additionally, Australian December Retail Sales significantly missed expectations, leading to strong beliefs that the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) may maintain its current interest rate when the decision is announced later today.


Current rate hike bets on 20th March Fed interest rate decision

Source: CME Fedwatch Tool

0 bps (65%) VS -25 bps (35%)  


Market Overview

market overview price chart 6 February 2024

Economic Calendar

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Source: MQL5  

Market Movements

dollar index dxy price chart 6 February 2024

DOLLAR_INDX, H4

The Dollar Index extends its gains, hitting an 11-week high as traders reduce bets on aggressive Federal Reserve interest rate cuts. Better-than-expected economic data, including US ISM Non-Manufacturing PMI and Non-Manufacturing Prices, bolster confidence in the US economy, reflected in surging US Treasury yields. Fed funds futures now indicate approximately 115 basis points of easing priced in for the year, down from 150 bps at the end of the previous year. The likelihood of a March rate cut has dropped significantly, signalling a notable shift in market sentiment, according to CME Group FedWatch Tool.

The Dollar Index is trading higher while currently testing the resistance level. However, MACD has illustrated diminishing bullish momentum, while RSI is at 69, suggesting the index might enter overbought territory. 

Resistance level: 104.60, 105.65

Support level: 103.85, 103.05


XAU/USD gold price chart 6 February 2024

XAU/USD, H4

Gold prices initially experience a notable slump amid the ascent of the US Dollar and a string of better-than-expected economic indicators, eroding the allure of the safe-haven asset. However, following a crucial support level breach, investors pivot towards bargain buying, citing uncertainties in Middle East tensions as a catalyst for this strategic move.

Gold prices are trading higher following the prior rebound from the support level. MACD has illustrated diminishing bearish momentum, while RSI is at 45, suggesting the commodity might extend its gains since the RSI rebounded sharply from oversold territory. 

Resistance level: 2035.00, 2055.00

Support level: 2015.00,  1985.00


GBP/USD price chart 6 February 2024

GBP/USD,H4

The GBP/USD witnessed a significant decline, breaking below its sideways range that had been formed since last December. The U.S. dollar continued strengthening, fueled by robust economic performance, indicating that the Federal Reserve’s monetary tightening policy would persist. The U.S. treasury yield remained firm at above 4.1%, offering strong support for the dollar as well.

GBPUSD has broken below its wide sideway trend, suggesting a bearish bias for the pair. The RSI has declined to near the oversold zone while the MACD moving lower and diverging suggests the bearish momentum is strong. 

Resistance level: 1.2610, 1.2710

 Support level:1.2440, 1.2320


EUR/USD price chart 6 February 2024

EUR/USD,H4

The EUR/USD pair has broken below its bearish expanding triangle pattern, failing to defend its support level at 1.0775, indicating a bearish signal for the pair. Traders are anticipating the German factory orders data and German Industrial production to gauge the strength of the euro, while the dollar’s strength continues to remain robust.

The EUR/USD traded to its lowest level since last December and has a lower low price pattern, suggesting a bearish bias for the pair. The RSI is approaching the oversold zone while the MACD continues to slide and diverge, suggesting the bearish momentum is strong. 

Resistance level: 1.0775, 1.0866

Support level: 1.0700, 1.0630


dow jones price chart 6 February 2024

Dow Jones,H4

US equity markets experience slight retreats, attributed to technical correction and profit-taking by global investors. Rising US Treasury yields add pressure, although strong performances by major corporations provide some support. Investors pivot towards earnings reports, company guidance, and Fed statements for further market cues.

Dow Jones extended its gains after it successfully breakout above the resistance level. However, MACD has illustrated increasing bearish momentum, while RSI is at 58, suggesting the index might experience technical correction since the RSI retreated sharply from overbought territory. 

Resistance level: 39280.00, 40000.00

Support level: 37815.00, 36600.00


USD/JPY price chart 6 February 2024

USD/JPY, H4

The USD/JPY pair continues its climb but is currently encountering strong resistance near the 148.67 level. The recently released Japan Household Spending data came in lower than expected, suggesting a slight economic contraction. This has put the Bank of Japan (BoJ) in a dilemma, as the central bank initially planned to make a shift in its monetary policy in the first quarter of 2024. The lacklustre economic performance has put a pause on such a move.

The pair is currently holding at the resistance level of 148.67; a break above such a level suggests a solid bullish signal for the pair. The RSI remains at the elevated level while the MACD continues to climb and is diverging, suggesting a strong bullish momentum. 


Resistance level: 148.67, 151.75

Support level: 146.75, 145.21


AUD/USD price chart 6 February 2024

AUD/USD, H4

The AUD/USD pair continues to slide as the U.S. dollar gains strength on robust economic data. Meanwhile, the just-released Australian Retail Sales reading came in significantly lower at -2.7% from the previous reading of 1.6%, suggesting that the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) may be inclined to maintain its current interest rate level. As a result, the Australian dollar is under strong pressure and may continue to slide.

The pair is currently trading at its lowest level since last November and has formed a lower-low price pattern, suggesting a bearish bias for the pair. The RSI has been flowing near the oversold zone while the MACD continues to slide, suggesting a strong bearish momentum. 

Resistance level: 0.6510, 0.6617

Support level:  0.6390, 0.6300


crude oil price chart 6 february 2024

CL OIL, H4

Oil prices extend losses as hopes for resolving the Israel-Hamas conflict diminish fears of oil supply disruptions. Signs of progress towards a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas contribute to the downward pressure on oil prices, reflecting ongoing negotiations facilitated by Qatar. However, uncertainties persist as parties await further developments in the delicate negotiations.

Oil prices are trading lower while currently testing the support level. However, MACD has illustrated diminishing bearish momentum, while RSI is at 37, suggesting the commodity might experience technical correction since the RSI rebounded sharply from oversold territory. 

Resistance level: 75.20, 78.65

Support level: 72.05, 68.35

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