RBFX Support Posted July 23 Author Report Share Posted July 23 Positive expectations for the eurozone economy support EURUSD The EURUSD rate slightly rose on Tuesday, 23 July 2024, trading above the key support level of 1.0875. EURUSD trading key points The ECB’s decision to keep interest rates unchanged and Lagarde’s remarks about a “wide open” September meeting continue to support the euro Eurozone, Germany, and France PMIs are expected to improve, and consumer confidence in the eurozone is projected to peak EURUSD price targets: 1.0870, 1.0820, and 1.0777 Fundamental analysis The European Central Bank’s decision to maintain the current monetary policy and Christine Lagarde’s statement that the upcoming verdict on 12 September remains open, continue to bolster the euro. Eurozone, Germany, and France PMI data are expected to show a more substantial decline in manufacturing and further growth in the services sector. Additionally, the consumer confidence level in the eurozone is projected to reach its highest level since February 2022. The GfK consumer climate and Ifo business climate indicators are also expected to improve in Germany. Investors believe that the Federal Reserve will lower interest rates in September and may do so twice by the end of the year amid slowing US inflation. US key economic indicators such as PMI, GDP, and the PCE price index are due this week and may heighten pressure on the US dollar if they are worse than forecasted. Market analysis for other instruments can be found in the section "Market analysis" on our website. Attention! Forecasts presented in this section only reflect the author’s private opinion and should not be considered as guidance for trading. RoboForex bears no responsibility for trading results based on trading recommendations described in these analytical reviews. Sincerely, The RoboForex Team Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBFX Support Posted July 24 Author Report Share Posted July 24 Brent declined to 80.00, with the market focusing on EIA data today Brent crude oil prices are declining for the fifth consecutive trading session. Read about it in the analysis for 24 July 2024. Brent trading key points The market awaits EIA data: inventories are expected to have increased by 0.70 million barrels Brent forecast for 24 July 2024: 82.80 and 76/80 Fundamental analysis Brent continues to fall as part of a downward correction, reaching 80.00. Today, market participants await the release of US oil stock data from the Energy Information Administration (EIA) during the American session. Inventories are projected to have risen by 0.70 million barrels. A significant divergence between the actual data and the forecast may drive further movement of Brent quotes. US oil stock data from the American Petroleum Institute (API) was released yesterday. According to the statistics, US hydrocarbon reserves decreased by 3.90 million barrels last week, while the forecast suggested a decline of only 2.47 million. As a result, Brent prices received support and, halting their decline, stabilised around 80.00-81.00. Market analysis for other instruments can be found in the section "Market analysis" on our website. Attention! Forecasts presented in this section only reflect the author’s private opinion and should not be considered as guidance for trading. RoboForex bears no responsibility for trading results based on trading recommendations described in these analytical reviews. Sincerely, The RoboForex Team Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBFX Support Posted July 25 Author Report Share Posted July 25 EURUSD declines: the market favours the US dollar The EURUSD pair continues to decline. Investors are awaiting the Federal Reserve’s decision on monetary policy easing. For a detailed analysis, please refer to our forecast dated 25 July 2024. EURUSD trading key points The EURUSD pair is falling due to the strength of the US dollar The Federal Reserve is expected to provide clarity on its intentions for September EURUSD forecast for 25 July 2024: 1.0822 and 1.0777 Fundamental analysis Yesterday’s US PMI data was mixed. Markit’s preliminary services PMI for July increased to 56.0 points from 55.3, while the manufacturing PMI decreased to 49.5 points from 51.6. Key news this week for EURUSD includes the upcoming release of the US Q2 2024 GDP estimate this evening. The core Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) price index will also be published on Friday. This is one of the most crucial reports for the Federal Reserve, based on which the regulator assesses the inflationary environment. The US economy is expected to have expanded by 2.0% in April-June compared to only 1.4% in Q1. The anticipated Federal Reserve meeting is scheduled for next week. Few expect the Fed to make significant decisions at this meeting; all predictions are for September. However, the Federal Reserve’s remarks regarding its September plans could be more detailed in this case. Market analysis for other instruments can be found in the section "Market analysis" on our website. Attention! Forecasts presented in this section only reflect the author’s private opinion and should not be considered as guidance for trading. RoboForex bears no responsibility for trading results based on trading recommendations described in these analytical reviews. Sincerely, The RoboForex Team Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBFX Support Posted July 26 Author Report Share Posted July 26 EURUSD: investors await inflation data The EURUSD rate is slightly rising after rebounding from the 1.0830 support level. Will the US dollar strengthen? Find out in our analysis dated 26 July 2024. EURUSD trading key points US GDP rose by 2.8% year-over-year in Q2 Germany’s Ifo Business Climate Index fell to 87 points Traders focus on US inflation data EURUSD forecast for 26 July 2024: 1.0874, 1.0818, and 1.0777 Fundamental analysis The forecast for 26 July 2024 shows that the US economy continues to grow in Q2 2024, albeit at a slowing pace. According to preliminary data from the US Department of Commerce, GDP increased by 2.8% year-over-year, slightly exceeding analysts’ expectations. However, this is the lowest reading in the past several quarters, indicating US economic slowdown amid tightening monetary policy. Markets continue to price in a 100% chance of a Federal Reserve cut in September, with expectations for at least one more cut by the end of the year. Meanwhile, Germany’s Ifo Business Climate Index continues to decline, reaching 87 points in July, the lowest reading since February 2024. This reflects rising concerns of German businesses about the country’s economic outlook and exerts pressure on the euro rate. Today, traders focus on the PCE price index report, a key inflation gauge for the Federal Reserve. Previous data showed that inflation eased in Q2 but remained elevated. The overall PCE index rose by 2.6%, while the core index, which reflects steady inflation trends, increased by 2.9%. This data indicates persisting inflationary pressure in the economy and confirms traders’ expectations of a Federal Reserve interest rate cut in September. Market analysis for other instruments can be found in the section "Market analysis" on our website. Attention! Forecasts presented in this section only reflect the author’s private opinion and should not be considered as guidance for trading. RoboForex bears no responsibility for trading results based on trading recommendations described in these analytical reviews. Sincerely, The RoboForex Team Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBFX Support Posted July 29 Author Report Share Posted July 29 USDJPY falls: the market awaits BoJ interest rate hike The USDJPY rate is declining after rebounding from the 154.65 resistance level. Find out more about market expectations ahead of the BoJ and Federal Reserve meetings in our analysis dated 29 July 2024. USDJPY trading key points The BoJ is expected to raise the interest rate by 10 basis points The market awaits Federal Reserve interest rate cut signals for September USDJPY forecast for 29 July 2024: 151.31, 154.50, and 157.10 Fundamental analysis The Japanese yen is strengthening today, bolstered by market expectations of a Bank of Japan interest rate hike. Investors hope the central bank will take action to curb inflation. Markets forecast that the BoJ will raise the interest rate by 10 basis points to 0.1% at the upcoming meeting. According to analysts, if the central bank does not increase rates, it will be forced to resort to a more aggressive quantitative tightening policy to prevent sharp fluctuations in the USDJPY rate following the announcement of the decision. Both the BoJ and the US Federal Reserve meetings are scheduled for Wednesday. The decisions of these central banks will significantly impact the movements of the USDJPY currency pair. While investors expect the Bank of Japan to raise the interest rate, they are also looking for signals from the Federal Reserve about a potential rate cut in September. Traders note that the USDJPY pair was overvalued, and the current dynamics do not favour the US dollar. Any signs of the Federal Reserve easing monetary policy may significantly push down the dollar-yen rate. Market analysis for other instruments can be found in the section "Market analysis" on our website. Attention! Forecasts presented in this section only reflect the author’s private opinion and should not be considered as guidance for trading. RoboForex bears no responsibility for trading results based on trading recommendations described in these analytical reviews. Sincerely, The RoboForex Team Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBFX Support Posted July 30 Author Report Share Posted July 30 EURUSD may decline further The EURUSD rate corrected on Tuesday following an aggressive decline a day earlier. Why does the market remain cautious? Find out more in the analysis dated 30 July 2024. EURUSD trading key points The market awaits the Federal Reserve meeting on Wednesday for potential interest rate cut signals Today, traders will focus on the June job openings and July Consumer Confidence Index EURUSD forecast for 30 July 2024: 1.0800 and 1.0775 Fundamental analysis The EURUSD pair remains under pressure, trading around 1.0815. The market is awaiting the Federal Reserve meeting on Wednesday, following which the base rate will likely remain unchanged but may provide hints about a rate reduction in September. Traders believe that if no clear signal is given about a rate cut, this may help strengthen the US dollar. Despite higher-than-expected US GDP growth rates in Q2, the likelihood of monetary policy easing remains high. Although inflation has slowed, it continues to be the regulator’s concern. Today, investors will focus on June’s job openings data and July’s Consumer Confidence Index. The long-awaited July employment report will be released on Friday, significantly impacting traders’ expectations about the Federal Reserve’s future policy. Overall, market participants are not inclined to take active action as they await the central bank’s dovish decision. In this situation, the EURUSD rate may decline further. Market analysis for other instruments can be found in the section "Market analysis" on our website. Attention! Forecasts presented in this section only reflect the author’s private opinion and should not be considered as guidance for trading. RoboForex bears no responsibility for trading results based on trading recommendations described in these analytical reviews. Sincerely, The RoboForex Team Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBFX Support Posted July 31 Author Report Share Posted July 31 USDJPY plummets: the market had been anticipating the BoJ’s decision The USDJPY pair is falling rapidly. The Bank of Japan has done its utmost to support the yen. Find out more in our analysis dated 31 July 2024. USDJPY trading key points The Bank of Japan raised the interest rate to 0.25% The USDJPY rate is declining rapidly USDJPY forecast for 31 July 2024: 151.26 and 150.77 Fundamental analysis The Japanese yen maintains its upward trajectory, which began a little earlier. The market had anticipated the outcome of the Bank of Japan’s meeting. The USDJPY rate is declining. Japan’s interest rate increased by 25 basis points to 0.25% per annum, up from 0%. Additionally, the BoJ announced plans to reduce bond purchases in the second half of the year. This was the most anticipated outcome of the meeting. In its comments, the Bank of Japan noted that inflation risks for this year and the next have increased. Consumption in the economy is considered stable despite rising prices, and wage growth is accelerating. This is a significant achievement for the Bank of Japan, as wages have been relatively stagnant for a long time. Japan’s GDP is expected to increase by 0.6% in 2024, with the economy expanding by 1.0% in 2025. Core inflation is projected to be 2.5% in 2024 and 2.1% in 2025. Market analysis for other instruments can be found in the section "Market analysis" on our website. Attention! Forecasts presented in this section only reflect the author’s private opinion and should not be considered as guidance for trading. RoboForex bears no responsibility for trading results based on trading recommendations described in these analytical reviews. Sincerely, The RoboForex Team Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBFX Support Posted August 1 Author Report Share Posted August 1 Gold (XAUUSD) rises after the Fed’s meeting and comments from Chair Jerome Powell The XAUUSD price increased to 2,458 USD following the Federal Reserve’s interest rate decision and accompanying comments. Find out more in our XAUUSD analysis for today, 1 August 2024. XAUUSD trading key points Market focus: The Federal Reserve chair confirmed a potential rate cut in September; the market awaits Friday’s US employment data Current trend: upward price momentum is underway XAUUSD forecast for 1 August 2024: 2,458 and 2,430 Fundamental analysis XAUUSD quotes have reversed upwards, showing steady growth after the US Federal Reserve’s meeting and subsequent speech by its chair, Jerome Powell. As expected, the key interest rate remained at 5.5% at this meeting, with all 12 FOMC members unanimously agreeing on the decision. In his remarks, the Federal Reserve chair noted that the US economy was approaching a point where monetary policy easing might be appropriate and hinted that a rate cut could occur in September. Gold reacted to Powell’s comments by rising to 2,458 USD per troy ounce. Market analysis for other instruments can be found in the section "Market analysis" on our website. Attention! Forecasts presented in this section only reflect the author’s private opinion and should not be considered as guidance for trading. RoboForex bears no responsibility for trading results based on trading recommendations described in these analytical reviews. Sincerely, The RoboForex Team Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBFX Support Posted August 2 Author Report Share Posted August 2 Brent crude oil is trading around 80.00 USD; focus on US employment market data today Brent price is consolidating within a limited range near 80.00 as market participants await US nonfarm payrolls and unemployment rate data. Find out more in the Brent analysis for today, 2 August 2024. Brent trading key points US data: the market awaits employment market statistics today Brent forecast for 2 August 2024: 82.80 and 78.00 Fundamental analysis Brent quotes halted their decline as part of a downward correction after reaching a local low of 78.00. This week’s US oil stock data from the American Petroleum Institute (API) and Energy Information Administration (EIA) showed a decrease in oil inventories by 4.49 and 3.43 million barrels, respectively. Today, market participants are awaiting the release of US July employment statistics, which will reveal nonfarm payrolls and the unemployment rate. Oil prices will likely be influenced by the reaction of the US stock market to employment data: a rise in the stock market will help strengthen Brent’s price, while a decline would push prices lower. Market analysis for other instruments can be found in the section "Market analysis" on our website. Attention! Forecasts presented in this section only reflect the author’s private opinion and should not be considered as guidance for trading. RoboForex bears no responsibility for trading results based on trading recommendations described in these analytical reviews. Sincerely, The RoboForex Team Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBFX Support Posted August 5 Author Report Share Posted August 5 USDJPY reaches a new low for the year: a decline is just beginning The USDJPY pair is rapidly falling, with investors having three reasons for this. Find out more in our analysis dated 5 August 2024. USDJPY trading key points The USDJPY pair has fallen to a low not seen since 3 January The market is concerned about a US recession USDJPY forecast for 5 August 2024: 138.10, 149.80, and 142.00 Fundamental analysis The USDJPY rate is plummeting to 142.96. The market is actively engaging in sales for at least three reasons. The first reason is the active exit of investors from carry trade operations. Market participants began to exit short positions in the yen after the Bank of Japan signalled its readiness to tighten monetary conditions. The second reason is concerns about a US recession. Last Friday, the US released a block of weaker-than-expected employment data. Investors are worried that the Federal Reserve might be late in easing monetary conditions, potentially allowing for an economic contraction. The third reason is the increasing appeal of the JPY as a safe-haven asset amid tensions in the Middle East and their potential global implications. Market analysis for other instruments can be found in the section "Market analysis" on our website. Attention! Forecasts presented in this section only reflect the author’s private opinion and should not be considered as guidance for trading. RoboForex bears no responsibility for trading results based on trading recommendations described in these analytical reviews. Sincerely, The RoboForex Team Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBFX Support Posted August 6 Author Report Share Posted August 6 Positive US macroeconomic data drives USDJPY upwards The USDJPY rate is rising amid increased business activity in the US. Find out more in our analysis dated 6 August 2024. USDJPY trading key points The US services PMI increased to 51.4 points, exceeding previous readings and analysts’ forecasts Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco President emphasised the importance of preventing a decline in the employment market The strongly oversold USDJPY pair makes the Japanese yen vulnerable to positive US economic data USDJPY forecast for 6 August 2024: 148.20 and 149.20 Fundamental analysis The Japanese yen dipped to 145.75 per US dollar, retreating from seven-month highs. This decline is caused by a statement from Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco President Mary Daly and a stronger-than-expected services report. The US ISM services PMI rose to 51.4 points in July 2024, up from the previous reading of 48.8 and exceeding analysts’ forecasts. The increase is driven by a rise in new orders, which reached 52.4 points in July, up from 47.3 the previous month. This indicator signals increased demand for services and the general strengthening of business activity. The President of the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco, Mary Daly, underscored the critical need to prevent a decline in the employment market. She expressed readiness to lower interest rates if necessary and emphasised the need for a proactive policy. Traders now expect the Federal Reserve to ease monetary policy by 110 basis points this year, with the likelihood of a 50-basis-point interest rate cut in September estimated at 75%. Today’s USDJPY forecast indicates that the strongly oversold pair makes the Japanese yen vulnerable to positive US macroeconomic data, prompting investors to shift their preference towards the US currency. Market analysis for other instruments can be found in the section "Market analysis" on our website. Attention! Forecasts presented in this section only reflect the author’s private opinion and should not be considered as guidance for trading. RoboForex bears no responsibility for trading results based on trading recommendations described in these analytical reviews. Sincerely, The RoboForex Team Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBFX Support Posted August 7 Author Report Share Posted August 7 EURUSD stabilises after reaching a seven-month high The EURUSD rate has declined for the second consecutive session, failing to sustain the levels observed at the beginning of 2024. Find out more in our analysis dated 7 August 2024. EURUSD trading key points The EURUSD pair has stabilised after reaching a seven-month high Germany’s trade balance surplus decreased to 20.4 billion EUR The US recorded a trade balance deficit of 73.1 billion USD Markets anticipate a Federal Reserve interest rate cut in September EURUSD forecast for 7 August 2024: 1.0880 and 1.0860 Fundamental analysis The EURUSD rate has stabilised near 1.0910 after rising to 1.1007. Investor concerns about a slowdown in the US economy were the primary drivers of the euro’s strengthening, while weak employment data have heightened expectations for a more substantial interest rate cut from the Federal Reserve in September. Meanwhile, Germany’s trade surplus fell to 20.4 billion EUR in June, missing expectations due to declining exports and rising imports. At the same time, an unexpected 3.9% increase in Germany’s factory orders in July provided a positive signal for the manufacturing sector, which has been facing challenges. In June 2024, the US recorded a trade deficit of 73.1 billion USD, which, while lower than the previous month, exceeded analysts’ forecasts. Exports of goods and services increased by 1.5% to 265.9 billion USD, reaching a four-month high. Imports rose by 0.6% to 339 billion USD, marking the highest reading since June 2022. Today’s EURUSD forecast suggests that markets anticipate a significant 50-basis-point interest rate cut from the Federal Reserve in September, with additional reductions of over 100 basis points throughout the year. However, most analysts consider the recent sell-off in the US dollar an overreaction to weak employment data and do not expect aggressive Federal Reserve action before September. Market analysis for other instruments can be found in the section "Market analysis" on our website. Attention! Forecasts presented in this section only reflect the author’s private opinion and should not be considered as guidance for trading. RoboForex bears no responsibility for trading results based on trading recommendations described in these analytical reviews. Sincerely, The RoboForex Team Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBFX Support Posted August 8 Author Report Share Posted August 8 EURUSD continues to correct after a surge A decrease in France’s balance of trade and US initial jobless claims may fuel a continuation of the EURUSD correction. Find out more in our analysis dated 8 August 2024. EURUSD trading key points France’s exports: previously at 50.4 billion EUR France’s imports: previously at 58.2 billion EUR France’s balance of trade: previously at -8.0 billion EUR, forecasted at -7.5 billion EUR US initial jobless claims: previously at 249 thousand EUR, forecasted at 241 thousand EURUSD forecast for 8 August 2024: 1.0860 and 1.0820 Fundamental analysis France’s exports have remained relatively stable at around 50.0 billion over the past several years, compared to the previous reading of 50.4 billion. France’s imports have also remained steady within the 56-60 billion range over the past year, with the previous reading at 58.2 billion. The balance of trade shows the difference between the value of a country’s exports and imports. A trade surplus indicates that the country exports more than imports, while a negative trade balance means the opposite. The forecast suggests that the trade balance could decrease by 0.5 billion. This may have no significant impact on the EURUSD rate at present, but it could potentially help strengthen the euro in the long term. US initial jobless claims represent the number of people who claimed unemployment benefits for the first time during the previous week. This indicator measures the employment market climate, with an increase in initial jobless claims indicating rising unemployment. Analysis for 8 August 2024 shows that initial jobless claims are projected to decrease to 241 thousand, which could positively impact the US dollar. If the actual reading exceeds the forecast, the EURUSD pair could continue its corrective wave. Market analysis for other instruments can be found in the section "Market analysis" on our website. Attention! Forecasts presented in this section only reflect the author’s private opinion and should not be considered as guidance for trading. RoboForex bears no responsibility for trading results based on trading recommendations described in these analytical reviews. Sincerely, The RoboForex Team Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBFX Support Posted August 9 Author Report Share Posted August 9 (edited) Gold (XAUUSD) rises moderately, returning to the price area above 2,400 USD XAUUSD price reversed upwards and closed yesterday’s session with a moderate gain, establishing a foothold above 2,400. The upward movement may continue. Find out more in our XAUUSD analysis for today, 9 August 2024. XAUUSD trading key points Market focus: gold prices are rising amid geopolitical tensions in the Middle East Current trend: gold is trading within a broad range; the long-term trend is upward XAUUSD forecast for 9 August 2024: 2,400 and 2,450 Fundamental analysis XAUUSD quotes experienced sustained growth yesterday, returning to the price area above 2,400 USD. The downward correction appears to be over, and gold may test its all-time high of 2,483 in the short term. Fundamentally, the XAUUSD rate is supported by expectations for an imminent US Federal Reserve interest rate cut, which will gradually cause the US dollar to lose ground. Gold is also in demand as a safe-haven asset amid rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. Market analysis for other instruments can be found in the section "Market analysis" on our website. Attention! Forecasts presented in this section only reflect the author’s private opinion and should not be considered as guidance for trading. RoboForex bears no responsibility for trading results based on trading recommendations described in these analytical reviews. Sincerely, The RoboForex Team Edited August 9 by RBFX Support Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBFX Support Posted August 12 Author Report Share Posted August 12 USDJPY may continue its ascent after a recent decline A positive USDA report may support the US dollar and drive further growth in the USDJPY rate. Find out more in our analysis dated 12 August 2024 USDJPY trading key points US Department of Agriculture (USDA) report on world agricultural supply and demand estimates A report on US federal budget execution: previously at -66.0 billion, forecasted at -254.3 billion USDJPY forecast for 12 August 2024: 150.00 and 155.25 Fundamental analysis The monthly US Department of Agriculture (USDA) report provides up-to-date forecasts for global and national balances between the supply and use of key cereal crops, soybeans, derivative products, and cotton. Additionally, it includes data on US domestic supply and consumption of sugar and livestock products. Positive key indicators may support the US dollar against the Japanese yen. The monthly federal budget execution report estimates the difference between government revenues and expenditures for a specific month by calculating the difference between inflows and spending. A negative reading indicates a budget deficit, while a positive reading suggests a surplus. Analysis for 12 August 2024 shows that a budget deficit is projected to increase to -254.3 billion US dollars. This could negatively impact the US dollar, causing the USDJPY rate to fall. Market analysis for other instruments can be found in the section "Market analysis" on our website. Attention! Forecasts presented in this section only reflect the author’s private opinion and should not be considered as guidance for trading. RoboForex bears no responsibility for trading results based on trading recommendations described in these analytical reviews. Sincerely, The RoboForex Team Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBFX Support Posted August 13 Author Report Share Posted August 13 USDCHF is strengthening amid a mixed situation in Switzerland Although the USDCHF rate is rising for the second consecutive session, it has yet to secure a position above the resistance level. Find out more in our analysis dated 13 August 2024. USDCHF forecast: key trading points Switzerland’s consumer confidence index increased to -32.4 points in July 2024 Retail sales in the Swiss economy fell by 2.2% year-over-year in June Unemployment numbers increased in July 2024, reaching a four-month high USDCHF forecast for 13 August 2024: 0.8645 and 0.8505 Fundamental analysis The US dollar shows moderate strength. Tomorrow’s US Consumer Price Index could significantly influence forecasts for future Federal Reserve interest rate changes and increase volatility in the USDCHF rate. Analysts note that high CPI readings might limit an interest rate cut to 25 basis points, while low readings could lead to a reduction of 50 basis points or more in September. Switzerland’s consumer confidence index rose to -32.4 points in July 2024, up by 4.2 points from the previous value and significantly above analysts’ forecasts. This indicates increased optimism among the population, although the overall sentiment remains negative. Meanwhile, Switzerland’s retail sales unexpectedly decreased by 2.2% year-over-year in June 2024, marking a significant decline compared to the projected 0.5% growth and the previous reading. The number of unemployed people rose by 3,198 in July 2024, reaching a four-month high of 107,716. Although the unemployment rate remained low at 2.3%, this raised concerns among investors. According to the USDCHF forecast for today, Switzerland’s weak economic data may support the growth of the US dollar. Market analysis for other instruments can be found in the section "Market analysis" on our website. Attention! Forecasts presented in this section only reflect the author’s private opinion and should not be considered as guidance for trading. RoboForex bears no responsibility for trading results based on trading recommendations described in these analytical reviews. Sincerely, The RoboForex Team Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBFX Support Posted August 14 Author Report Share Posted August 14 Meta’s shares are trading at an all-time high. Is there potential for further growth? Meta Platforms (NASDAQ: META) stock is the only stock among the Magnificent Seven that did not fall after the release of its Q2 2024 report. The company showed robust performance over the past quarter. This article will provide a fundamental analysis of Meta Platforms, outlining its strengths and weaknesses and examining a forecast based on a technical analysis of Meta’s stock. Meta Platforms Q2 2024 report Meta announced solid financial Q2 2024 results. Below are the figures compared to the same period in 2023: Revenue – 39.74 billion USD (+22%) Net income – 13.46 billion USD (+73%) Earnings per share – 5.16 USD (+73%) Operating margin – 38% (+900 basis points) Advertising revenue – 38.20 billion USD (+21%) Number of daily active users – 3.27 billion (+7%) Advertising remains the primary revenue stream, contributing to 96% of the company’s total revenue. The Reality Labs unit, which specialises in developing virtual and augmented reality (VR and AR) technologies, has only generated losses so far. By the end of Q2 2024 results, Reality Labs’ loss reached 4.50 billion USD, an increase of 21%. Meta Platforms, Inc.’s forecast for Q3 2024 Meta’s Chief Financial Officer, Susan Li, forecasts revenue for Q3 2024 to be between 38.50 billion USD and 41.00 billion USD, representing a 12–20% increase compared to the same period in 2023. The Reality Labs division is expected to continue incurring operating losses, which are anticipated to grow as the company invests in new product development and expands its ecosystem. Capital expenditures for 2024 are projected to be between 37.00 billion USD and 40.00 billion USD, 2.00 billion USD more than previously estimated. Further increases in spending are expected in 2025, as the company plans to invest in artificial intelligence research and the development of new products. Market analysis for other instruments can be found in the section "Market analysis" on our website. Attention! Forecasts presented in this section only reflect the author’s private opinion and should not be considered as guidance for trading. RoboForex bears no responsibility for trading results based on trading recommendations described in these analytical reviews. Sincerely, The RoboForex Team Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBFX Support Posted August 16 Author Report Share Posted August 16 USDJPY has risen: the US dollar is in a strong position, while the yen is afraid of the news The USDJPY pair is in positive territory. The market evaluates a variety of news. Find out more in our analysis dated 16 August 2024. USDJPY forecast: key trading points The USDJPY pair is actively rising The yen rate comes under pressure from domestic news USDJPY forecast for 16 August 2024: 149.89 and 150.55 Fundamental analysis The USDJPY rate rose significantly and tested the 149.00 level on Friday morning, resulting in the yen’s fall to a two-week low. The US dollar strengthened on the back of stronger-than-expected US statistics. The released reports somewhat eased stock market concerns about a recession in the world’s major economy. The JPY is under some pressure from domestic political news. It was announced yesterday that Japan’s Prime Minister Fumio Kishida will not seek another term as his party’s leader in September. In fact, this will mark the end of his tenure as the country’s prime minister. A local imbalance is not favourable news for the yen. The USDJPY forecast suggests persistent pressure on the yen. The previously released statistics showed that the Japanese economy has grown by 0.8% quarter-over-quarter in Q2 2024, exceeding expectations of a 0.5% increase. The GDP rose by 3.1% year-over-year after declining by 2.3% at the beginning of the year. Market analysis for other instruments can be found in the section "Market analysis" on our website. Attention! Forecasts presented in this section only reflect the author’s private opinion and should not be considered as guidance for trading. RoboForex bears no responsibility for trading results based on trading recommendations described in these analytical reviews. Sincerely, The RoboForex Team Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBFX Support Posted August 19 Author Report Share Posted August 19 GBPUSD may rise further to 1.3000 The British pound continues to strengthen against the US dollar despite scarce UK news. Find out more in our analysis dated 19 August 2024. GBPUSD forecast: key trading points The Rightmove UK house price index (m/m): previously at -0.4%, currently at -1.5% A speech by Federal Reserve official Christopher Waller GBPUSD forecast for 19 August 2024: 1.2798 and 1.2630 Fundamental analysis A monthly change in the Rightmove UK house price index was published today. The indicator shows how much the average price of housing property for sale has changed over the reporting period. Data above the forecast and the previous value is a positive factor for the pound sterling. Weaker-than-expected statistics reflect negative developments. Although the indicators are currently below the previous readings, they did not have a significant impact on the GBPUSD rate. Federal Reserve Governor Waller will deliver a speech at the beginning of the US trading session and might shed light on the Fed’s monetary policy. A decision to change the US interest rate is expected in September; a reduction is only likely if inflation indicators stabilise. Analysis for 19 August 2024 shows that if the interest rate changes, this could further weaken the US dollar and push up the GBPUSD pair after a correction. RoboForex Market Analysis & Forex Forecasts. Attention! Forecasts presented in this section only reflect the author’s private opinion and should not be considered as guidance for trading. RoboForex bears no responsibility for trading results based on trading recommendations described in these analytical reviews. Sincerely, The RoboForex Team Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBFX Support Posted August 20 Author Report Share Posted August 20 EURUSD: employment market risks prompt the Fed to lower interest rates The EURUSD rate slightly declines following two trading sessions of growth. Find out more in our analysis dated 20 August 2024. EURUSD forecast: key trading points The EURUSD pair corrects after two trading sessions of growth and reaching a 33-week high Investors refrain from making aggressive investment decisions ahead of a speech by Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell Analysts suggest the Federal Reserve may lower interest rates by 25 or 50 basis points in September EURUSD forecast for 20 August 2024: 1.0980, 1.0933, and 1.0880 Fundamental analysis After the EURUSD pair reached a 33-week high, its growth slowed. Investors preferred to refrain from making significant bets ahead of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s speech expected on Friday. Traders are eagerly awaiting the release of the latest FOMC minutes scheduled for Wednesday as they should provide insight into further monetary policy actions. Analysts believe that the regulator may reduce interest rates as early as September. However, it is still unclear whether this will be a 25 or 50-basis-point cut. The market has probably already priced in a 25-basis-point cut, while a stronger tightening could drive a surge in the EURUSD rate. Meanwhile, Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis President Neel Kashkari said on Monday it was appropriate to discuss a September interest rate cut due to increasing employment market risks. Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco President Mary Daly and Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago President Austan Goolsbee supported this opinion in their statements, hinting at a potential move as early as next month. Today’s EURUSD forecast shows that such statements exert pressure on the US dollar. RoboForex Market Analysis & Forex Forecasts. Attention! Forecasts presented in this section only reflect the author’s private opinion and should not be considered as guidance for trading. RoboForex bears no responsibility for trading results based on trading recommendations described in these analytical reviews. Sincerely, The RoboForex Team Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBFX Support Posted August 21 Author Report Share Posted August 21 USDJPY is at a two-week low: the US dollar remains weak The USDJPY pair continues to decline, with sentiment towards the US dollar decreasing. Find out more in our analysis dated 21 August 2024. USDJPY forecast: key trading points The USDJPY pair weakens further Investors are focused on the upcoming decisions of the US Federal Reserve USDJPY forecast for 21 August 2024: 147.77, 150.55, and 156.00 Fundamental analysis The USDJPY rate dipped to 145.72 on Wednesday, marking a two-week low. The Japanese yen appears relatively strong, but this is largely because the US dollar is currently unattractive. Investors believe the US Federal Reserve will soon be compelled to reduce borrowing costs to avoid an economic downturn. Today, attention is on the Federal Reserve’s latest meeting minutes. Subsequently, investors will watch the speech by Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, which is due on Friday. The possibility of the Bank of Japan hiking interest rates remains under review. At the end of the week, BoJ official Kazuo Ueda will clarify his actions in a speech to the Japanese parliament. The USDJPY forecast suggests that the yen will remain in a strong position. RoboForex Market Analysis & Forex Forecasts. Attention! Forecasts presented in this section only reflect the author’s private opinion and should not be considered as guidance for trading. RoboForex bears no responsibility for trading results based on trading recommendations described in these analytical reviews. Sincerely, The RoboForex Team Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBFX Support Posted August 22 Author Report Share Posted August 22 AUDUSD likely to rise further The Australian dollar may benefit from the forecasted rise in unemployment and a decline in the US PMI. Find out more in our analysis dated 22 August 2024. AUDUSD forecast: key trading points Australia’s manufacturing PMI: previously at 47.5, currently at 48.7 Australia’s services PMI: previously at 50.4, currently at 52.2 US services PMI: previously at 55.0, projected at 54.0 US initial jobless claims: previously at 227,000, projected at 232,000 AUDUSD forecast for 22 August 2024: 0.6764, 0.6555, 0.6416, and 0.6200 Fundamental analysis The Purchasing Managers’ Index reflects a country’s level of manufacturing activity over the previous period. A reading above 50.0 indicates economic growth, while a reading below 50.0 signals a contraction. Australia’s current manufacturing PMI is 1.2 points higher than the previous reading. Although theoretically this increase could be considered a positive sign for the Australian dollar, the index remains below the 50.0 level, which is a negative factor. Australia’s services PMI also rose from the previous reading, coming in at 52.2 points. Overall, the fundamental analysis of Australia’s data for 22 August 2024 is positive for the AUDUSD rate. The US services PMI is projected to decrease to 54.0 from the previous reading. According to the forecast, US initial jobless claims are expected to increase to 232,000 from 227,000 over the past week. Overall, today’s AUDUSD forecast may be considered favourable for the Australian dollar. However, it is essential to note that the US will release data today, which could affect the market situation. RoboForex Market Analysis & Forex Forecasts. Attention! Forecasts presented in this section only reflect the author’s private opinion and should not be considered as guidance for trading. RoboForex bears no responsibility for trading results based on trading recommendations described in these analytical reviews. Sincerely, The RoboForex Team Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBFX Support Posted August 23 Author Report Share Posted August 23 Gold (XAUUSD) retraces after reaching an all-time high of 2,532 USD, but the uptrend may resume Although XAUUSD’s price dropped below 2,500 USD as part of a correction on Thursday, the prospects for further growth remain. Find out more in our XAUUSD analysis for today, 23 August 2024. XAUUSD forecast: key trading points Market focus: market participants await today’s speech by Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell at the Jackson Hole Symposium Current trend: gold is trading in a strong uptrend, with growth likely after the correction XAUUSD forecast for 23 August 2024: 2532 and 2450 Fundamental analysis XAUUSD quotes retraced, dropping below 2,500 USD during Thursday’s trading. The recent strong growth in gold prices was largely driven by increased expectations of a Federal Reserve interest rate cut this year. The current correction may be due to profit-taking by some investors. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell will deliver a speech at the Jackson Hole Symposium today. The Fed’s decisive stance on future interest rate reductions will provide gold with additional upward momentum. Conversely, if his speech raises doubts about future cuts, this may strengthen the US dollar and prompt further correction in the XAUUSD price. RoboForex Market Analysis & Forex Forecasts. Attention! Forecasts presented in this section only reflect the author’s private opinion and should not be considered as guidance for trading. RoboForex bears no responsibility for trading results based on trading recommendations described in these analytical reviews. Sincerely, The RoboForex Team Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBFX Support Posted August 26 Author Report Share Posted August 26 Gold (XAUUSD) rises steadily, trading above 2,500 USD per troy ounce XAUUSD price closed the previous week above 2,500 USD, exhibiting a steady uptrend driven by fundamental factors. Find out more in our XAUUSD analysis for today, 26 August 2024. XAUUSD forecast: key trading points Market focus: gold reached a new all-time high of 2,532 USD last week Current trend: gold is trading in a strong uptrend, with growth likely to continue XAUUSD forecast for 26 August 2024: 2,532 and 2,483 Fundamental analysis XAUUSD quotes showed sustained growth last week, reaching a new all-time high of 2,532 USD. The rise in gold prices was primarily driven by demand from global central banks and heightened expectations of a Federal Reserve interest rate cut this year. In his speech at the recent Jackson Hole Symposium, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell confirmed the beginning of a monetary policy easing cycle. A September interest rate cut is a done deal, while further Fed actions will depend on economic data. Market participants expect at least one more interest rate reduction by the end of the year. RoboForex Market Analysis & Forex Forecasts Attention! Forecasts presented in this section only reflect the author’s private opinion and should not be considered as guidance for trading. RoboForex bears no responsibility for trading results based on trading recommendations described in these analytical reviews. Sincerely, The RoboForex Team Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBFX Support Posted August 27 Author Report Share Posted August 27 Brent price begins to rise, surpassing 80.00 USD Brent price is experiencing steady growth, surpassing 80.00 USD per barrel; today, the focus is on the API oil stock data. Find out more in our Brent analysis for today, 27 August 2024. Brent forecast: key trading points US data: the market awaits the API US oil inventory statistics today Brent forecast for 27 August 2024: 78.00 and 81.70 Fundamental analysis Brent quotes have halted their decline and reversed upwards, finding support at a local daily low of 75.00 USD. Oil prices are being supported by a rise in stock markets, driven by the US Federal Reserve’s intention to start a monetary policy easing cycle, with the first rate cut in September. Brent price will depend on US oil stock data from the American Petroleum Institute (API) during today’s American session. At the same time, the Energy Information Administration (EIA) will provide market participants with oil inventory statistics tomorrow. After the release of these figures, volatility in oil prices may increase. RoboForex Market Analysis & Forex Forecasts Attention! Forecasts presented in this section only reflect the author’s private opinion and should not be considered as guidance for trading. RoboForex bears no responsibility for trading results based on trading recommendations described in these analytical reviews. Sincerely, The RoboForex Team Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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