2023 Market Forecast by SolidECN

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NZD/USD Tests Key Resistance at $0.616​

Solid ECN—The NZD/USD currency pair bounced from the $0.613 immediate support level, and as of this writing, it is testing the broken ascending trendline, the key resistance level at $0.616.

The technical indicators suggest a sideways market with a mild bullish trend.​

• The RSI is above the median line with a value of 60. The indicator is not overbought, meaning it can hold the uptick momentum around the key resistance and aim for a breakout.​
• The Awesome Oscillator is bearish with red bars, but they are above the zero line, indicating that the bullish momentum might lose its strength.​

From a technical standpoint, the key resistance level that paused the primary trend is $0.616. For the uptrend to resume, the NZD/USD price must close and stabilize above this level. If this scenario comes into play, the next bullish target should be set at the $0.621 mark.
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Bearish Scenario​

Conversely, if the bulls fail to cross the key resistance, the currency pair's price will likely decline again, aiming for immediate support at $0.613. If the selling pressure increases, the next target will be $0.6086.​

 

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USD/CNH Symmetrical Triangle: Key Levels​

Solid ECN—The USD/CNH currency pair traded at about $7.25 in today's trading session. The currency pair has been moving sideways inside the symmetrical triangle, approaching the apex in the last three trading sessions. As of writing, the bears are testing the ascending trendline, a level supported by the Ichimoku cloud.

Moreover, the technical indicators signal that bearish momentum should escalate. Therefore, from a technical standpoint, if the USD/CNH slips below $7.255, the next resistance level should be set at $7.247. The Ichimoku cloud supports this demand area; therefore, the market might bounce from it.

Additionally, traders and investors should monitor the price action around the symmetrical triangle. If the selling pressure exceeds the critical support level at $7.245, the next bearish target will be $7.236.

On the flip side, the primary trend is bullish, and for it to resume, bulls must close above the immediate resistance at $7.26. If this scenario comes into play, the next bullish target should be set at the May all-time high of $7.275.​

 

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USD/JPY: Price Tests Ascending Trendline​

Solid ECN—The USD/JPY currency pair has declined from $157.7 and is testing the ascending trendline at $154.7. This demand area is in conjunction with the Ichimoku cloud and the April 9 high.

The technical indicators signify a bearish profile.​

• The RSI value is 45, below 50, and declining.​
• The Awesome Oscillator value is 1.04, hovering above the signal line but declining.​

From a technical standpoint, the primary trend is bullish. For the uptrend to resume, the bulls must maintain the price above the ascending trendline and the immediate support of $154.7. If this scenario unfolds, the USD/JPY will likely surge to retest the key resistance level at $157.7.

On the flip side, if the bears close the USD/JPY price below the ascending trendline and the immediate support, the next bearish target will likely be $151.9.​

 

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USD/CHF Downtrend: Key Levels to Watch​

The USD/CHF downtrend gained momentum after breaking below the key resistance level at $0.90. As a result, the candles moved outside the lower Bollinger Band, indicating the market is oversold and may bounce back.​

• The RSI is near the oversold area, showing a value of 31. This suggests a consolidation phase could be imminent.​

From a technical perspective, traders and investors should avoid selling when the market is oversold. Instead, they should wait for the currency pair to consolidate near the upper key resistance at $0.90 and watch for bearish candlestick patterns. The downtrend will likely continue if such patterns appear, targeting $0.889 next.
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Bullish Scenario​

Conversely, the bearish outlook will be invalidated if USD/CHF stabilizes above the key resistance level of $0.90. The middle Bollinger Band will be the initial bullish target in this scenario, followed by resistance at $0.915.
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Key Takeaways:​

• USD/CHF is currently oversold and may bounce.​
• RSI value is at 31, indicating a possible consolidation.​
• Wait for consolidation near $0.90 before making moves.​
• If the price stays above $0.90, look for targets at the middle Bollinger Band and $0.915.​

 

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USD/CNH Tests the Ichimoku Cloud with Bearish Outlook​

The USD/CNH currency pair broke below the ascending trendline and the 7.24 immediate support. As of writing, the currency pair trades at about 7.246, testing the Ichimoku cloud. The technical indicators signal a bearish trend resumption. The RSI (14) is below the median line, reading 39. The Awesome oscillator is below the signal line, with red bars and decreasing in value.

From a technical perspective, the descending trendline is the key resistance to the downtrend. If the USD/CNH price hovers below the trendline, the next bearish target could be 7.236.

Conversely, the bearish outlook should be invalidated if the price crosses the descending trendline. If this scenario unfolds, the 7.275 ceiling will be retested.​

 

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Gold Prices Surge Amid Speculation of Fed Rate Cuts​

Solid ECN—Gold prices climbed to $2,370 per ounce on Thursday, continuing the upward trend from the previous day. This increase came after U.S. economic reports suggested that the Federal Reserve could lower interest rates later this year.

Data from ADP revealed that U.S. private job growth in May was weaker than expected, and figures for the previous month were also adjusted downwards. This points to a slowing, yet still robust, job market.

Consequently, market players expect the Fed to implement two rate cuts this year, with a 70% probability of one occurring in September, according to the CME FedWatch Tool. Investors now look forward to Friday's non-farm payroll figures to further evaluate the U.S. economy and gain insights into the Fed's rate cut plans.

In related news, the Bank of Canada reduced its primary interest rate on Wednesday, marking its first cut in four years, and the European Central Bank is likely to decrease rates later today.​

 

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Navigating the Recent Silver Price Drop​

Solid ECN—Silver prices dropped below $30 per ounce after hitting an 11-year peak of $32 on May 28th. This decline comes as investors weigh major central banks' future interest rate policies and the demand for silver from key industrial users. In response to China's extensive use of silver in solar cell manufacturing, the US has implemented a 50% tariff on these imports.

This move aims to curb demand for panels made primarily in China and other Southeast Asian countries. Despite these tariffs, robust demand within China has helped prevent a more significant price drop. This resilience is highlighted by the recent activation of Xinjiang's world's largest solar farm.

Additionally, the expectation that central banks, including the ECB and BoC, will soon reduce interest rates has helped limit the fall in silver prices, as lower rates decrease the cost of holding non-income-generating assets like silver.​

 

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Gold Declines Amid Overbought Stochastic Oscillator​

Solid ECN—The XAU/USD declined after the bulls broke from the 50% Fibonacci level in today's trading session. This development in the gold price has driven the stochastic oscillator into the overbought area. Therefore, the current phase should be considered as consolidation.

The primary trend is bullish, and the technical indicators point to the bullish wave resuming. However, for the uptrend to continue, the price must stabilize above the SMA 100 (blue line). If this scenario comes into play, the 38.2% Fibonacci level will be the next target.

Conversely, the oversold stochastic might escalate today's decline from $2,370. The immediate support is at $2,354. If this level is breached by the bears, the next bearish target will be the 61.8% Fibonacci level, which is backed by SMA 50 (red).​

 

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NZD/USD Consolidation Phase Analysis​

Solid ECN—The NZD/USD currency pair trades in a range area between $0.617 immediate support and $0.621 immediate resistance. The technical indicators suggest low momentum in the market, but with a weak bearish bias. Therefore, the currency pair might break below the immediate resistance.

From a technical standpoint, for the uptrend to resume, the bulls must cross and stabilize the price above the $0.621 ceiling.

On the flip side, if the price dips below the immediate support at $0.617, the consolidation phase will likely extend to the key support level at $0.613. This level is backed by the Ichimoku cloud, which makes it a robust supply zone.​

 

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EUR/USD Breaks Key Resistance​

Solid ECN—The EUR/USD currency pair broke below the 1.078 key resistance on Monday, and as of writing, the currency pair traded approximately at 1.0765. The technical indicators suggest the downtrend should resume to lower resistance levels.

The immediate resistance is at 1.0787. If this level holds, the bearish momentum will likely test the 1.0723 mark. Furthermore, if this demand zone breaches, the decline could extend to 1.0676.

On the flip side, if the bulls cross above the immediate resistance, the pullback that began today could target 1.0852.​

 

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GBP/USD DeMark Indicator Signals Oversold​

Solid ECN—The DeMark indicator in the GBP/USD 4-hour chart suggests the pair is oversold, hovering below the 0.3 line. As of this writing, the pair tests the 1.269 resistance. A pullback could be imminent, and it is not wise to go short in an oversold market. Therefore, traders should wait patiently for the price to consolidate.

If the price remains below the immediate support level at 1.271, the next bearish target should be set at 1.267.

On the flip side, the bearish outlook should be invalidated if the GBP/USD price rises above the Ichimoku cloud.​

 

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AUD/USD Consolidation Phase Exceeded 23.6% Fibonacci​

The AUD/USD pair is consolidating after dipping to a low of 0.657. The current pullback was anticipated as the pair formed a doji candlestick today. Currently, the AUD/USD is attempting to close and stabilize above the 23.6% Fibonacci retracement level. Technical indicators on the 4-hour chart indicate a ranging market with weakening bearish momentum.

Immediate support is at $0.659. If the exchange rate stays above this level, the 38.2% Fibonacci resistance level is likely to be targeted. If the price exceeds $0.662, the 50% Fibonacci level could be the next target, supported by the Ichimoku cloud.

Conversely, if AUD/USD declines below the immediate support at $0.659, it is likely to test the 0.657 level again. Should selling pressure increase, the May 8th low of $0.655 should be considered the next support level.​

 

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NZD/USD Poised for Breakout: Key Levels to Watch​

Solid ECN—The NZD/USD currency pair retreated from 0.6099 and tested the immediate resistance at 0.6132 today. Indicators such as the RVI and MACD suggest that the bullish trend is likely to continue. Notably, the stochastic oscillator is moving out of the oversold zone.

From a technical perspective, for the uptrend to continue, buyers need to push the price above the 0.613 resistance. If this happens, the pullback will likely target the 0.617 resistance.

Conversely, if sellers keep the price below the immediate resistance, the decline that started on June 6 is expected to test the key support level at 0.6088. If the selling pressure breaks this level, the next support will be at 0.604.​

 

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Overbought USD/JPY Signals Potential Consolidation​

Solid ECN—The U.S. Dollar traded above the 78.6% Fibonacci level against the Japanese yen at about 157.2. The primary trend is bullish; however, the Demarker indicator signals an overbought market by hovering above the 0.7 level. This development in the indicator means the USD/JPY price might consolidate to the lower resistance levels.

Additionally, the 4-Hour chart shows the Bollinger bands are narrowing, signaling a range market. This aligns with the Demarker signal, pointing to the momentum easing on the uptrend.

From a technical standpoint, the USD/JPY is in a bull market, but the U.S. Dollar appears overpriced. It is likely for the bears to dip the price below the 157.0 immediate support. If this scenario unfolds, the consolidation phase may extend to the 61.8% Fibonacci at 156.4. This level provides a decent entry point to join the bull market.

Conversely, the key resistance level is at 157.7. Should the bulls cross above this key barrier, the uptrend will likely resume. If this scenario unfolds, April's high at 160.2 could be set as the next significant barrier.​

 

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Overbought USD/CHF Signals Bearish Potential​

Solid ECN—The USD/CHF currency pair is in a state of being overbought, according to the Demarker indicator, which hovers above the 0.7 line. As of writing, the pair has risen to test the 0.90 (Murrey 3/8) immediate resistance. If this level is breached, the next bullish target will be the 0.903 key resistance (Murrey 4/8).

Conversely, if the price dips below the key resistance level at 0.897 (Murrey 2/8), the overbought market will signal a bearish wave that will likely target 0.894 (Murrey 1/8), followed by 0.8911 key resistance.​

 

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USD/CHF Bulls Eye Key Resistance Levels​

Solid ECN—The USD/CHF bulls are trying to stabilize the price above the simple moving average (SMA) of 25 and Murrey 2/8 at 0.897, a resistance level coinciding with the Ichimoku cloud. However, the technical indicators suggest the market is bearish and the downtrend will likely resume.

Hence, if the price dips below the SMA 25, the next key resistance will be at Murrey 0/8 at 0.8911. If the selling pressure exceeds this level, the -1/8 Murrey at 0.888 could be tested again.

On the flip side, the key resistance level that supports the bearish scenario is Murrey 3/8 at 0.9. Should this level be breached, the pullback from 0.888 can extend to Murrey 4/8 at 0.903.​

 

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EUR/USD Analysis: Critical Support and Potential Rebound​

EUR/USD is testing the crucial $1.067 support level, while the Demarker indicator shows the market is deeply oversold. The 4-hour chart reveals uncertainty, with shooting star candlesticks appearing three times. The key resistance level is at $1.072. If the price surpasses this area, we might see a pullback to $1.078, supported by the Ichimoku cloud.

On the other hand, if the EUR/USD bears push the price below the $1.067 support, the downtrend is likely to continue.​

 

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USDJPY Eyes June High at 158.2​

Solid ECN - The USDJPY is currently in a strong bullish trend, with the next target likely to test June's high at 158.2.

The MACD indicator is signaling divergence, while the Demarker indicator is declining below the oversold territory. These developments in technical indicators suggest the Japanese yen might recover some of its losses. If the price dips to the lower line of the bullish flag, this demand zone, which aligns with the Ichimoku cloud, offers a good entry point to join the bull market.​

 

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Key Levels to Watch in Crude Oil Trends​

Solid ECN—The Crude Oil bulls are trying to maintain the price above the 38.2% Fibonacci level and the descending trendline. The immediate resistance is June 12's high at $79.0. If the price surpasses $79, the bullish trend that started at $72 is likely to test the Ichimoku cloud and the 50% Fibonacci level.

On the other hand, the primary trend will stay bearish as long as the Crude Oil price remains below the immediate resistance. If the market falls below the immediate support at $77.3, the next bearish target will be the 23.6% Fibonacci level at $75.8.​

 

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Gold Prices Climb as Investors Eye Fed Moves​

Solid ECN—Gold prices rose to approximately $2,313 per ounce this Monday. This increase came after a drop in the last session. Throughout this week, investors are keenly observing a range of economic updates and statements from Federal Reserve officials. These observations will help them understand when the Fed might reduce interest rates.

Essential data on US retail sales will be released today. Additionally, this week will feature updates on weekly jobless claims and Friday's flash purchasing managers' indices. These reports are crucial as they provide insights into consumer spending and the overall economic health.

Philadelphia Fed President Patrick Harker mentioned on Monday that, based on economic forecasts, the Fed may cut its benchmark rate once this year. Traders await further comments from other Fed officials, like New York Fed President John Williams and Richmond Fed President Tom Barkin.​