USD/JPY could be at the early stages of a reboundPicking inflection points is not for everyone. But taking into account the two months of heavy USD selling, disapproval of a 'strong yen' from the BOJ and arguably oversold USD/JPY, perhaps some bullish mean reversion is due.
We take a look at the monthly, daily and 4-hour charts to show key levels.
Yen
USD/JPY H1 | Falling to pullback supportUSD/JPY is falling towards a pullback support and could potentially bounce off this level to climb higher.
Buy entry is at 143.71 which is a pullback support.
Stop loss is at 143.30 which is a level that lies underneath a pullback support.
Take profit is at 145.06 which is a pullback resistance that sits under the 61.8% Fibonacci retracement level.
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USD/JPY H4 | Heading into 61.8% Fibonacci ResistanceUSD/JPY is rising towards a pullback resistance and could potentially reverse off this level to drop lower.
Sell entry is at 146.92 which is a pullback resistance that aligns with the 61.8% Fibonacci retracement level.
Stop loss is at 149.55 which is a level that sits above a pullback resistance.
Take profit is at 143.71 which is a pullback support that aligns close to the 78.6% Fibonacci retracement level.
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Is all this a coincidence? USD/JPY 1M chartUSD/JPY 1M chart;
World trade was seriously affected by the very strong dollar. Therefore, due to the Plaza Agreement signed in 1985, the Japanese Yen started to appreciate significantly against the USD.
Then it continued to appreciate due to the economic bubble that burst in the 90s.
In 1998, there was a major collapse with the Asian Crisis. The Japanese Yen was positively affected by this situation.
After the 2008 global crisis, the Fed's interest rate cut broke the support zone downwards and started its second move below the $100 level.
After the earthquake and tsunami disaster in 2011, Japan launched a massive quantitative easing program, which was significantly bullish for the USD.
Finally, Japan raised interest rates for the first time in 17 years, leading to a sharp fall in the markets.
Was it a coincidence that the $160 level was tested for the first time in 34 years?
#USDJPY #Forex #Economy
EUR/JPY BUYKey Factors Influencing EUR/JPY:
Euro (EUR): The value of the euro is significantly affected by the economic conditions in the Eurozone and the monetary policy of the European Central Bank (ECB). Factors like GDP growth, inflation rates, and unemployment can impact the euro’s strength.
Japanese Yen (JPY): The yen is considered a safe-haven currency, often appreciating in times of global uncertainty. The Bank of Japan's (BOJ) monetary policy, including interest rates and quantitative easing measures, plays a crucial role in determining the yen's value.
Interest Rate Differential: The difference in interest rates set by the ECB and BOJ can influence the EUR/JPY exchange rate. Higher interest rates in the Eurozone relative to Japan typically strengthen the euro against the yen, and vice versa.
Market Sentiment and Geopolitical Factors: Global market sentiment and geopolitical events can affect the EUR/JPY rate. During periods of market uncertainty, the yen often strengthens as investors seek safe assets.
I am waiting for YEN to keep the band shown in the picture and weaken further.
AUD/JPY H4 | Potential bullish bounceAUD/JPY is falling towards a pullback support and could potentially bounce off this level to climb higher.
Buy entry is at 96.82 which is a pullback support that aligns with the 23.6% Fibonacci retracement level.
Stop loss is at 94.57 which is a level that lies underneath a pullback support and the 38.2% Fibonacci retracement level.
Take profit is at 101.31 which is a pullback resistance that sits under the 61.8% Fibonacci retracement level.
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USD/JPY H4 | Bullish bounce off 61.8% Fibonacci support?USD/JPY is falling towards a pullback support and could potentially bounce off this level to climb higher.
Buy entry is at 144.29 which is a pullback support that aligns with the 61.8% Fibonacci retracement level.
Stop loss is at 141.53 which is a level that lies underneath a swing-low support.
Take profit is at 149.27 which is a pullback resistance that aligns with a 38.2% Fibonacci retracement level.
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Does the USD/JPY Bounce Have More to Give? Does the USD/JPY Bounce Have More to Give?
Credit Agricole anticipates a potential rally in USD/JPY this week, hinging on market reactions to Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s upcoming address at Jackson Hole. The bank suggests that traders might need to recalibrate their expectations for Fed rate cuts.
Current market sentiment, as reflected in the CME Group’s FedWatch Tool, shows a 77.5% probability of a 25 basis-point rate cut and a 22.5% chance of a 50 basis-point cut. Goldman Sachs’ chief economist, David Mericle, also aligns with the 25 basis-point outlook for September, downplaying the likelihood of a more aggressive move.
The focus will be on Powell’s speech, scheduled for Friday at 10 a.m. ET. Should Powell strike a less dovish tone than expected, key resistance levels at 150.00 and 152.00 could be tested, with the potential for USD/JPY to surge even higher.
Short UJ Entry: 15M entry 4H targetsI'm taking a short position on USD/JPY, looking for continuation towards the recent 4-hour swing lows. The pair has shown consistent bearish momentum, and I'm anticipating that this trend will extend further. The entry is positioned to target 1:3, with a focus on the price moving towards the previous (HTF) swing lows.
USD/JPY Pulls Back to 146.33 Amid Rising Yen and Fed Rate CutThe Japanese Yen is gaining ground against the US Dollar, with the USD/JPY pair pulling back to 146.33 as I write this. This upward movement is fueled by Japan's second-quarter Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth, which exceeded expectations and bolstered the case for a potential near-term interest rate hike by the Bank of Japan (BoJ).
Despite this, the USD/JPY pair has found support from a stronger US Dollar, buoyed by rising Treasury yields.
From a technical standpoint, the price is currently retesting our identified Demand area, where we’ve already initiated a long position. Retail traders remain bearish, while commercial traders are starting to increase their positions.
The recent US Consumer Price Index (CPI) data has sparked discussions about the scale of the Federal Reserve’s potential rate cut in September. The market is leaning towards a modest 25 basis point reduction, with a 60% probability, although a larger 50 basis point cut remains a possibility, with a 36% chance according to CME FedWatch.
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USD/JPY H1 | Falling to overlap supportUSD/JPY is falling towards an overlap support and could potentially bounce off this level to climb higher.
Buy entry is at 145.37 which is an overlap support that aligns with the 50.0% Fibonacci retracement level.
Stop loss is at 143.90 which is a level that lies underneath a pullback support and the 61.8% Fibonacci retracement level.
Take profit is at 148.13 which is a pullback resistance that aligns close to the 61.8% Fibonacci retracement level.
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USD/JPY: Seeking dips above 144USD bears are getting quite excited at the prospects of a dovish speech from Jerome Powell on Friday. Perhaps a bit too excited. Market pricing has been quite dovish for some time now, so he will really have to crank up the dovish music on Friday to justify the latest surge of USD selling.
USD/JPY fell over -12.5% from the July high to August low, yet formed a higher low above the Dec/Jan lows. We suspect a deeper retracement against that initial drop could be due.
However, momentum is trying to turn lower on the 4-hour chart. Out bias is bullish while prices remain above 144, and will seek dips towards that level. A false break of Monday's low could work nicely (assuming prices pull back that far), in anticipation of a move back towards 150.
Asian Currencies May Stall as Jackson Hole Looms Investors will be watching a series of key Asian central bank decisions and inflation reports this week, as regional currencies rally to annual highs.
The Bank of Korea is set to announce its rate decision on Thursday, followed by inflation data from Japan and Singapore on Friday.
The U.S. dollar's slide resumed from last week, with markets embracing a risk-on sentiment. The yen climbed past 146 per dollar, marking its strongest level in nearly two weeks. Further selling could open up the 140.450 mark.
However, Bank of America sees the upcoming Jackson Hole symposium as a game-changer, with Fed Chair Powell possibly striking a more hawkish tone, which could strengthen the dollar. This could make the Asian currencies trades interesting considering the risk-on sentiment that has helped push them to multi-month and yearly highs.
The South Korean won has surged to a five-month high, as the central bank is unlikely to cut interest rates this week. The BOK is expected to maintain its policy rate at 3.50%.
The Singapore dollar has also extended its gains, reaching an 18-month high.
Sony: Positioned for Growth as It Nears All-Time HighsFollowing a healthy market correction, Japanese stock indices are now trading near lifetime highs, with Sony emerging as a standout performer.
The company is a global leader in several key industries, including:
-Gaming
-Music
-Movies
-Photography & Videography Equipment
-Imaging & Sensing Solutions (Semiconductors)
-Financial Services
Sony is also pushing the boundaries of innovation with ventures into new areas such as:
Mobility
Drones
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Robotics
Satellites
Education
Sustainable Carbon Production from Rice Husks
Technical Analysis:
After a period of correction, Sony's stock has made an impressive recovery, consolidating near its lifetime highs for the past three years. This consolidation signals a strong base for further growth. A breakout from these levels could propel Sony’s stock price to new all-time highs, reflecting its robust positioning across traditional and emerging sectors.
Sony's future looks promising, with multiple growth engines driving potential long-term value for investors.
USD/JPY H4 | Pullback support at 61.8% Fibonacci retracementUSD/JPY is falling towards a pullback support and could potentially bounce off this level to climb higher.
Buy entry is at 144.13 which is a pullback support that aligns close to the 61.8% Fibonacci retracement level.
Stop loss is at 141.53 which is a level that lies underneath a swing-low support.
Take profit is at 149.44 which is an overlap resistance that aligns close to the 61.8% Fibonacci retracement level.
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Macro Monday 60 ~ Japanese Yen Recession Signal Macro Monday 60
Japanese Yen Recession Signal
If you follow me on Trading view, you can revisit this chart at any time and press play to get the up to date data and see if we have hit any Yen recessionary trigger levels. Very handy to have at a glance.
The Chart
The chart illustrates how the Japanese Yen / U.S. Dollar has followed a similar trajectory as the U.S. Unemployment Rate. The chart demonstrates that the Yen price has behaved in a particular way prior to recessions (red areas). You might be wondering how the Yen can offer insights into economic recessions and how they are linked;
1. Historically, the yen has strengthened during recessions due to the reduction of U.S. interest rates that typically coincides with recessions. When the U.S. Federal Reserve lowers rates, it makes the yen relatively more attractive to investors. With rate cuts highly likely in September 2024 the Japanese Yen is likely to see positive price action against the U.S. dollar.
2. The BOJ has historically intervened to prevent the Yen from becoming too strong. A strong yen negatively impacts Japan’s export-reliant economy. However, this trend shifted in 2022 when Tokyo stepped in to defend the Yen’s value. The BOJ bought Yen after expectations that other central banks would raise rates while the BOJ kept rates ultra-low.
3. In July 2024, the BOJ raised interest rates and signaled further policy tightening. Concerns about the historically weak yen also played a role (evident on the chart by the 30 year low in June 2024). This move, along with U.S. growth concerns, triggered an unwinding of carry trades (where investors borrow cheaply in yen to invest in higher-yielding assets), causing the yen to rebound against the dollar.
The chart along with the above three points are suggesting the Yen may be about to rise significantly in coming months versus USD. This direction of price for the Yen is consistent with the early signs of recession onset, in particular if the Yen increases in value by 22% to 42% (see below).
Japanese Yen vs U.S. Unemployment Rate
The blue numbers and corresponding blue box on the chart suggests that a sudden 22% – 42% increase in the Japanese Yen / U.S. Dollar (from below the 0.008200 level) typically precedes recessions. This 22 – 42% increase in the yen is something we can look out for in combination with other recession charts we have in our current armory. See my most recent charts.
▫️ Above we discussed some macro-economic factors that suggest a high probability of the Yen ascending higher. The yen price also made a 30 year low in June 2024 and now appears to be breaking higher.
▫️ We now have levels on the chart to watch; the 22% level and the 42% level. In the event the Yen rises to these levels alongside the U.S. Unemployment Rate continuing to increase, this would significantly raise the probability of recession in subsequent months.
Summary
▫️ The chart captures how the Japanese Yen has followed a similar trajectory as the U.S. Unemployment Rate. When both move in unison up and to the right it typically isn’t a good sign for the economy.
▫️ A number of macro-economic factors suggest the Yen is about to increase e.g. Likely lowering of interest rates in the U.S will make the dollar more affordable to borrow and increase its supply weakening its strength whilst increasing the strength/value of the Yen.
▫️ The chart demonstrates that increases in Yen from below 0.008200 by 22% - 42% typically precede recessions. Theses levels are etched on the chart for you to monitor.
▫️ As the Yen price made a 30 year low in June 2024 and now appears to be breaking higher and with the addition of macro-economic events suggest a higher Yen, its now more important than ever to monitor the Yen and its historic recession trigger levels at 22% and 42%. These are on the chart for your convenience. You can revisit this chart at any time and press play to get the up to date data and see if we have hit any JPY recessionary trigger levels.
Japan Trade Opportunities
Given the higher probability that the Yen is increasing, this heightens the probability of recession, however it also means some Japanese stocks might offer a nice back end currency benefit over coming two years. Do you know any good Japanese Value stocks? If you do, be sure to share them below for some recession proof, back end currency promising trades.
As always, its been a pleasure
PUKA
USD/JPY H1 | Potential bullish bounceUSD/JPY is falling towards a pullback support and could potentially bounce off this level to climb higher.
Buy entry is at 146.44 which is a pullback support.
Stop loss is at 145.32 which is a level that lies underneath an overlap support and the 38.2% Fibonacci retracement level.
Take profit is at 148.50 which is a pullback resistance that aligns with the 50.0% Fibonacci retracement level.
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. 68% 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. 73% 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
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Losses can exceed deposits.
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GBP/JPY H1 | Falling to ascending trendlineGBP/JPY is falling towards an ascending trendline support and could potentially bounce off this level to climb higher.
Buy entry is at 188.63 which is an ascending trendline support.
Stop loss is at 187.42 which is a level that lies underneath a pullback support and the ascending trendline.
Take profit is at 190.51 which is a pullback resistance that sits above the 50.0% Fibonacci retracement level.
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