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XAU/USD: gold prices are going down 14.10.2020

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Current trend

Gold prices are relatively stable during today's Asian trading session and are consolidating at 1900.00. The day before, the instrument showed a confident decline, which was caused by the growth of USD in response to the general deterioration in market sentiment.

Investors are still discussing the topic of stimulus measures for the US economy, but more and more analysts are in favor of the fact that the new package of measures will be adopted after the US presidential elections on November 3. Additional support for gold is also provided by the fact that Joe Biden is leading in the presidential race, since if he wins the election, the presidential administration may increase spending at first. Finally, the difficult situation with the coronavirus in the world contributes to the growth in demand for safe assets. WHO records the strongest increase in daily incidence since spring, while no state has completed clinical trials of the vaccine yet. Johnson & Johnson is suspending trials of its vaccine because one of the volunteers had adverse reactions.

Support and resistance

In the D1 chart, Bollinger Bands are reversing horizontally. The price range is narrowing, reflecting the multidirectional dynamics appearance in the short term. MACD reversed downwards having formed a new weak sell signal (located below the signal line). Stochastic is showing slightly more stable decline and is located in the middle of its area.

Resistance levels: 1900.00, 1920.82, 1935.00, 1955.00.
Support levels: 1885.00, 1872.80, 1850.00.

Trading tips

To open long positions, one can rely on the breakout of 1900.00. Take-profit – 1920.82–1935.00. Stop-loss – 1885.00. Implementation time: 2-3 days.

The development of "bearish" trend with the breakdown of 1885.00 may become a signal for further sales with target at 1850.00. Stop-loss – 1900.00.

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AUD/USD: pair updates lows 16.10.2020

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Current trend

AUD is declining against USD during today's Asian session, testing 0.7070. The instrument is losing about 0.26%, developing a strong "bearish" momentum that had formed the day before. The instrument is under pressure from the growing demand for safe assets, as investors are concerned about the possibility of a return to quarantine restrictions in Europe. In addition, traders take a lead from not the most confident macroeconomic statistics from Australia and China, which appeared on Thursday. Australian employment declined in September by 29.5K, while the Unemployment Rate rose from 6.8% to 6.9%. Consumer Price Index in China slowed growth from +0.4% MoM to +0.2% MoM.

Investors are analyzing the speech of the RBA Governor Philip Lowe, who complained about the high yield on 10-year bonds of Australia. According to analysts, this could be a hint of the launch of a new quantitative easing program worth about AUD 100B in November.

Support and resistance

Bollinger Bands in D1 chart demonstrate flat dynamics. The price range is slightly expanding from below but does not conform to the development of the "bearish" trend yet. MACD is going down preserving a moderate sell signal (located below the signal line). Stochastic maintains its downtrend, but is approaching the level of "20", indicating the risks of the pair being oversold in the ultra-short term.

Current showings of the indicators do not contradict the further development of the downtrend in the short term.

Resistance levels: 0.7100, 0.7129, 0.7150, 0.7200.
Support levels: 0.7055, 0.7030, 0.7000.

Trading tips

The breakdown of 0.7055 may serve as a signal to new sales with the target at 0.7000. Stop-loss – 0.7085. Implementation time: 1-2 days.

To open long positions, one can rely on the rebound from 0.7055, with the subsequent breakout of 0.7100. Take-profit – 0.7150. Stop-loss – 0.7070.

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GBP/USD: GBP wins back losses 19.10.2020

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Current trend

GBP increases against USD today, preparing to test 1.2950 for a breakout. The positions of GBP are strengthening against a contradictory news background, which does not indicate the formation of any confident trend. Market participants remain very worried about the uncertain prospects for a trade deal between the UK and the EU, but traders seem to be trying to prepare for any outcome of the situation. Despite a number of optimistic statements from British representatives regarding the deal, official London is in no hurry to make noticeable concessions, hoping for such from Brussels. Uncertainty is also added by the situation with the new wave of coronavirus, which is shaping new drivers for the market.

Some support to GBP is provided by the Rightmove House Price Index published today. In October, the indicator increased by 1.1% MoM and 5.5% YoY, which turned out to be slightly better than the data of the previous month (+0.2% MoM and +5% YoY).

Support and resistance

In the D1 chart, Bollinger Bands are reversing horizontally. The price range is narrowing, reflecting the emergence of ambiguous dynamics of trading in the short term. MACD is going down preserving a previous sell signal (located below the signal line). Stochastic demonstrates a similar dynamics, quickly approaching its lows and the border at the level of "20".

To open new trading positions, it is necessary to wait for the signals from technical indicators to be clarified.

Resistance levels: 1.2960, 1.3000, 1.3081.
Support levels: 1.2900, 1.2850, 1.2800, 1.2761.

Trading tips

To open long positions, one can rely on the breakout of 1.2960. Take-profit – 1.3081. Stop-loss – 1.2900. Implementation time: 2-3 days.

The breakdown of 1.2900 may serve as a signal to new sales with the target at 1.2800. Stop-loss – 1.2960.

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XAU/USD: gold is strengthening 21.10.2020

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Current trend

Gold prices are rising during today's Asian session, taking advantage of the weakness of USD and updating local highs since October 13. The instrument is still supported by a high level of uncertainty in the market, which is associated with many factors. One of them is a new program of financial assistance for the American economy, around which real political battles unfolded. Investors are also noticeably concerned about the leadership of Democrat Joe Biden in the election race, which, if elected president, could dramatically increase budget spending, including supporting the economy amid the ongoing pandemic. The final debate of the presidential candidates will take place this Thursday, October 22.

Support and resistance

In the D1 chart, Bollinger Bands are reversing horizontally. The price range is slightly narrowing from below, reflecting the ambiguous dynamics of trading in the short term. MACD indicator is growing preserving a weak buy signal (located above the signal line). The indicator is about to test the zero level for a breakout. Stochastic is showing similar dynamics, approaching the level of "80", which indicates that the instrument is overbought in the ultra-short term.

Existing long positions should be kept until the situation clears up.

Resistance levels: 1920.82, 1935.00, 1955.00, 1966.25.
Support levels: 1910.00, 1900.00, 1885.00, 1872.80.

Trading tips

To open long positions, one can rely on the breakout of 1920.82. Take-profit – 1950.00. Stop-loss – 1905.00. Implementation time: 2-3 days.

A rebound from 1920.82 as from resistance followed by a breakdown of 1910.00 may become a signal for new sales with the target at 1885.00. Stop-loss – 1925.00.

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GBP/USD: GBP is declining 23.10.2020

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Current trend

GBP is declining against USD today, developing a "bearish" momentum formed the day before. GBP returned to negative dynamics yesterday after a record rally on Wednesday, which was fueled by growing hopes for a trade deal conclusion between the UK and the EU before the Brexit transition period expires in December. According to new estimates, the agreement could be signed by mid-November.

USD got moderate support yesterday after the publication of strong data on the dynamics of jobless claims. At the same time, investors have practically resigned themselves to the fact that new measures to support the US economy still cannot be agreed upon before the presidential elections in November, since it was not possible to reach a consensus among the American legislators.

On Friday, the pressure on GBP is exerted by uncertain statistics from the UK. Gfk Consumer Confidence Index in October fell from –25 to –31 points, which turned out to be worse than market forecasts of –28 points.

Support and resistance

Bollinger Bands in D1 chart show moderate growth. The price range slightly widens from above, which does not contradict the further growth of the instrument in the short term. MACD indicator is growing preserving a weak buy signal (located above the signal line). Stochastic is gradually reversing into a horizontal plane as it approaches the level of "80", reacting to the downtrend at the end of the week.

Resistance levels: 1.3081, 1.3125, 1.3175, 1.3200.
Support levels: 1.3000, 1.2960, 1.2900, 1.2850.

Trading tips

To open new short positions, one can rely on the breakdown of 1.3000. Take-profit – 1.2900. Stop-loss – 1.3050. Implementation time: 2-3 days.

Long positions can be opened after a breakout of 1.3050 with the target at 1.3125. Stop-loss – 1.3000.

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USD/CHF: the dollar is waiting 26.10.2020

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Current trend

Today during the Asian session, the USD/CHF pair is showing ambiguous trading dynamics, holding just above the key support at 0.9000. Positive macroeconomic statistics, as well as hopes for the approval of a new stimulus package for the American economy in the foreseeable future, are holding back USD from further decline.

Investors continue to react to Friday's US business activity reports. Thus, Markit Manufacturing PMI for October rose slightly from 53.2 to 53.3 points, which is only 0.1 points less than market expectations. In turn, Service PMI for the same period increased from 54.6 to 56 points, while analysts did not expect changes in the indicator. Markit Composite PMI for October rose from 54.3 to 55.5 points.

On Monday, traders are awaiting the publication of statistics on the dynamics of new home sales in the US for September, as well as a speech by the head of the Swiss National Bank, Thomas Jordan.

Support and resistance

On the daily chart, Bollinger bands are steadily declining. The price range is narrowing, reflecting the ambiguous nature of trading in the short term. The MACD indicator is trying to reverse upward, maintaining a sell signal (the histogram is below the signal line). Stochastic decreased below the level of 20 and is directed horizontally, signaling in favor of short-term and/or ultra-short term corrective growth.

Resistance levels: 0.9074, 0.9100, 0.9132, 0.9170.
Support levels: 0.9029, 0.9000, 0.8960.

Trading tips

Long positions may be opened after the rebound from 0.9029 and the breakout of 0.9074 with the target at 0.9132. Stop loss – 0.9035. Implementation period: 2–3 days.

Short positions may be opened after the breakdown of 0.9029 with the target at 0.8960. Stop loss – 0.9065.

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NZD/USD: the pair is showing neutrality 28.10.2020

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Current trend

The NZD/USD pair is showing neutral dynamics, trading near the level of 0.6710.

Yesterday the Bureau of Economic Statistics of New Zealand released international trade data. Exports for September amounted to $4.01 billion, and imports reached $5.02 billion. It negatively affected the monthly balance, which entered the negative zone and amounted to –$1.017 billion, which is significantly worse than the August indicator of –$282 million.

USD remains under pressure. On Tuesday, October the CB consumer confidence index was released, which fell to 100.9 against the forecast of 102.0. However, the main threat comes from the protests that have begun in Washington. Citizens, dissatisfied with the actions of law enforcement officers, gathered near a police station in the north of the capital. The experience of summer stocks suggests that the risks of a significant conflict are quite high; therefore, the prospects for the growth of the US dollar are doubtful.

Support and resistance

The price reached the resistance line of the local ascending channel, which coincides with the support of the global channel, which the price left in September. Technical indicators are in a buy state, which indicates a high probability of the instrument returning to the global channel. Alligator indicator’s EMA fluctuations range is directed upwards, and the histogram of the AO oscillator trades in the positive zone.

Resistance levels: 0.6753, 0.6900.
Support levels: 0.6656, 0.6522.

Trading tips

After growth or consolidation above the local resistance line around 0.6753, buy positions with a target around 0.6900 are relevant. Stop loss is 0.6700. Implementation period: 7 days or more.

After decline and reversal or consolidation below the local support at 0.6656, sell positions with the target at 0.6522 are relevant. Stop loss is 0.6700.

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Who won $1000 and iPhone 11 Pro in September’s Battle of Traders? Let’s sum it up

New stage of the Battle of Traders contest completed. Let’s see main figures of the contest, new records submitted and announce the winners' trading results!

Last mont, the contest brought together 2303 traders – 26% more than last year September’s contest. However, just like a year ago, traders were united by the spirit of the competition and the desire to win money from the $2,500 prize pool for trading on real account, as well as a super prize - iPhone 11 Pro. The analysis of participants' statements showed a wide variety of used trading strategies – scalping, EA trading on contest STP-accounts, trades were opened both on daily timeframes and expected to be closed within 5-10 days. The owners of some accounts preferred to work mainly with indices and metals. Dozens of statements of September contest show traditional currency pairs’ trading.

Unique "mono" accounts also participated in the contest – for example, a trader with the nickname star321 (account number - 205218) traded only EURUSD. Moreover, trading this currency pair provided him with success and one of the top ten places in rating (5th place).

Let's move on to a small selection of record figures: the largest number of transactions opened by a trader under the nickname BenGold (account number - 205714), the number of transactions on his account reached 21898. However, unfortunately, this fact did not secure him a place in the top 10 of the competition. The trader in 86th place under the nickname luchyna (account number - 205387) was the most successful among the traders who opened the minimum number of transactions. This trader opened just one trade on USDJPY, and it brought $6057 profit. With such a profitability, it is quite possible that in one of the next stages of the competition, the trader will become a prize-winner, having completed only the minimum volume of 10 transactions under the terms of the Battle of traders.

Traders used their chance to win in different ways. Who finally entered the top-ten in September and showed the most effective trading on demo account?

The main prize - $1000 and iPhone 11 Pro-is awarded to a trader with the nickname HUSEYNALI. The trader achieved an impressive trading result: $311632.79. It is worth noting, that for this result, he needed only 37 transactions! Trader reached the highest profit with transaction on NASDAQ100 index - $59656.80.

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Brent Crude Oil: oil prices decline 02.11.2020

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Current trend

Today during the Asian session, oil prices are trading ambiguously, renewing record lows since May 29. The reason for the next wave of sales remains the further deterioration of the epidemiological situation in the world. Since Monday, quarantine has been announced in Germany, so the EU economy may contract noticeably at the end of the year. German Chancellor Angela Merkel announced an additional package of economic support of 10 billion euros but only according to preliminary estimates, according to the results of the "quarantine month", the German economy will lose more than 19 billion euros.

This week, the main source of uncertainty will be the US presidential election on Tuesday, November 3. In particular, investors are concerned that the possible victory of Joe Biden in the presidential race will lead to a weakening of sanctions against Iran, and cheap Iranian oil will return to the market after the Libyan one.

Support and resistance

On the daily chart, Bollinger bands moderately decline. The price range actively expands but not as fast as the “bearish” moods develop. MACD falls, maintaining a strong sell signal (the histogram is below the signal line). Stochastic reached its lows and reversed horizontally, indicating that the instrument is strongly oversold in the super short term.

To open new trading positions, it is better to wait until the signals from technical indicators are clarified.

Resistance levels: 36.59, 38.00, 39.00, 40.00.

Support levels: 35.41, 34.22, 33.21.

Trading tips

Long positions may be opened after the rebound from 35.41 and the breakout of 36.59 with the target at 39.00. Stop loss – 35.41. Implementation period: 2–3 days.

Short positions may be opened after the breakdown of 35.41 with the target at 33.21. Stop loss – 36.59.

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EUR/USD: EUR remains under pressure 04.11.2020

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Current trend

EUR declines actively against USD today, leveling out attempts at corrective growth the day before. The dynamics of trading remains very uneven, due to the tension around the vote count in the US presidential election. Opinion polls continue to point to Democratic leadership, but everyone remembers the 2016 scenario, when real results easily disproved most predictions.

Uncertainty on the market is also added by the remaining complex epidemiological situation, which is forcing countries to return extremely unpopular measures to restrict the movement of citizens. For many small businesses, surviving the second wave of lockdown will be daunting.

Today, European investors are focused on business activity statistics in the euro area. In addition, today a meeting of the Economic and Financial Affairs Council will be held, where prospects for additional support for the region's economy may be discussed.

Support and resistance

Bollinger Bands in D1 chart demonstrate weak decrease. The price range widens slightly from below, reflecting the continued "bearish" momentum after a strong decline in the instrument last week. MACD is declining keeping a weak sell signal (located below the signal line). Stochastic, on the contrary, points at the development of the corrective growth of the instrument in the nearest time intervals and is still weakly reacting to the renewed decline in the trading of today's morning session.

To open new trading positions, it is necessary to wait for the signals from technical indicators to be clarified.

Resistance levels: 1.1700, 1.1732, 1.1763, 1.1800.
Support levels: 1.1657, 1.1625, 1.1600, 1.1550.

Trading tips

The breakdown of 1.1625 may serve as a signal to new sales with the target at 1.1550. Stop-loss – 1.1670. Implementation time: 2-3 days.

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