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XAU/USD: gold is growing 03.06.2019

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Current trend

At the end of the last trading week, gold prices rose substantially, renewing the highs since the end of March this year. Strengthening the instrument was a response of the market to the promises of Donald Trump to introduce import duties on all Mexican goods if Mexico does not restrict the flow of illegal migrants. Taxes can be introduced as early as June 10th. Investors are extremely sensitive to such Trump’s statements because the new import duties threaten a significant slowdown in global economic growth and the possible development of a recession.

The price is additionally supported by increased expectations of the Fed’s interest rates decrease. The latest macroeconomic data from the United States indicated a further weakening of a number of sectors of the American economy, so investors try to avoid risk more.

Support and resistance

On the daily chart, Bollinger bands move flat. The price range actively expands but not as fast as the "bullish" sentiment develops. The MACD is growing, keeping a strong buy signal (the histogram is above the signal line). Stochastic is directed upwards but is close to its highs, which indicates that the instrument may be overbought in the super short term.

It is better to keep current long positions and wait for additional signals from the indicators before opening new positions.

Resistance levels: 1312.52, 1318.31, 1324.35.

Support levels: 1306.17, 1300.50, 1297.00, 1293.84.

Trading tips

Long positions can be opened after the breakout of 1312.52 with the target at 1324.35. Stop loss is 1306.17. Implementation period: 1–2 days.

Short positions can be opened after a rebound from 1312.52 and the breakdown of 1306.17 with the target at 1293.84 or 1288.49. Stop loss is 1315.00. Implementation period: 2–3 days.

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NZD/USD: the New Zealand dollar is growing 05.06.2019

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Current trend

Yesterday, NZD rose slightly against USD, continuing the development of a powerful “bullish” impulse formed at the beginning of the week. Today, during the Asian session, the instrument is also trading in an upward manner, renewing local highs since May 3. NZD grows against the background of corrective sentiment on the US currency and increased demand for shelter assets due to the aggravation of trade conflicts. However, the macroeconomic background from New Zealand remains ambiguous. The price index for dairy products published the day before dropped sharply by 3.4% MoM in April after falling by 1.2% MoM last month. Analysts expected a decline of 2.8% MoM.

Support and resistance

On the daily chart, Bollinger bands are smoothly reversing into an upward plane. The price range is expanding, however, not as fast as the upward trend is developing in the short term. The MACD indicator is growing, keeping a strong buy signal (the histogram is above the signal line), and is preparing to test for a breakout of the zero line. Stochastic keeps upward direction but has already reached its high, signaling that the instrument is overbought in the super-short term.

It is better to keep current positions until the market situation becomes clearer.

Resistance levels: 0.6645, 0.6664, 0.6683.

Support levels: 0.6613, 0.6581, 0.6562, 0.6546.

Trading tips

Long positions can be opened after the breakout of 0.6645 with the target at 0.6683 or 0.6700. Stop loss is 0.6620–0.6615.

Short positions can be opened after a rebound from 0.6645 and breakdown of 0.6620–0.6613 with the targets at 0.6562–0.6546. Stop loss is 0.6650.

Implementation period: 2–3 days.

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USD/JPY: the dollar is consolidating 07.06.2019

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Current trend

USD showed ambiguous dynamic of trading against JPY, ending yesterday’s trading session with a slight decrease. Pressure on USD was exerted by weak macroeconomic data from the United States published on Thursday. In addition, investors are cautiously waiting for the release of the May report on the US labor market, because according to the previously published ADP report, the real state of the market may be significantly worse than expectations.

In turn, the yen continues to receive moderate support from the risks of developing US trade conflicts with China and Mexico and a possible interest rate cut by the Fed in the foreseeable future. The process of negotiations between the US and Mexico has not yet brought visible success, but the market as a whole is quite optimistic and expects that on June 10, import duties on Mexican goods will not be introduced.

Support and resistance

Bollinger Bands in D1 chart demonstrate a gradual decrease. The price range is narrowing, reflecting the emergence of ambiguous dynamics of trading in the short term. MACD is growing, keeping a weak buy signal (located above the signal line). Stochastic shows similar dynamics, actively recovering from Tuesday. The indicator still points at sufficient potential for the development of corrective growth in the ultra-short term.

One should consider an opportunity to open new long positions in the short and/or ultra-short term.

Resistance levels: 108.55, 109.00, 109.30, 109.76.

Support levels: 108.15, 107.80, 107.47.

Trading tips

To open long positions, one can rely on the breakout of 108.55. Take profit — 109.30 or 109.50. Stop loss — 108.15.

The rebound from 108.55 as from resistance with the subsequent breakdown of 108.15 can become a signal to return to sales with targets at 107.47–107.30. Stop loss — 108.55.

Implementation time: 2-3 days.

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Brent Crude Oil: oil prices are growing 10.06.2019

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Current trend

Oil prices recovered significantly at the end of last week, departing from local lows of January 29, updated on June 5. The quotes are supported by positive comments by the Minister of Energy of Saudi Arabia, Khalid Al-Falih, who said that Riyadh does not plan to increase production to compensate for current oil prices, which, in his opinion, remain low and do not imply an increase in investment in the industry. Instead, Saudi Arabia is in favor of extending the OPEC agreement, which ends at the end of this month. At the end of last week, quotes were also supported by Baker Hughes report on active oil rigs in the USA, the number of which for the reporting week dropped sharply from 800 to 789 units.

Support and resistance

On the daily chart, Bollinger Bands are steadily declining. The price range is narrowing from below, reflecting a quite sharp change of trend in the short term. MACD indicator is growing preserving a moderate buy signal (located above the signal line). Stochastic is growing almost vertically but is approaching its highs, which reflects the overbought instrument in the ultra-short term.

It is necessary to keep the existing long positions and open new ones in the short and/or ultra-short term until new trading signals from the indicators appear.

Resistance levels: 65.00, 66.06, 67.00, 67.70.

Support levels: 64.02, 63.08, 61.81, 60.51.

Trading tips

Long positions may be opened after the level of 65.00 is broken out with target at 67.70 or 68.63. Stop loss — 63.50 or 63.08.

Short positions may be opened after the rebound from 65.00 and the breakdown of 64.02 with targets at 60.51–60.00. Stop loss — 65.20.

Implementation time: 2-3 days.

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USD/CHF: dollar strengthens 12.06.2019

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Current trend

Yesterday, USD rose moderately against CHF, partially offsetting a decline at the end of the last week. The growth was largely technical in nature since the macroeconomic background from the United States remained ambiguous, and there was very little key data from the EU.

Investors welcomed the growth of the US NFIB business optimism index from 103.5 to 105.0 points in May. At the same time, the index of economic optimism from IBD/TIPP for June dropped sharply from 58.6 to 53.2 points, while analysts predicted its growth to 59.2 points. The May inflation rate in the USA also slowed down a bit. In May, the producer price index increased by 0.1% MoM after increasing by 0.2% MoM in April. The indicator decreased from +2.2% YoY to +1.8% YoY, which turned out to be worse than the forecast +2.0% YoY.

Support and resistance

On the daily chart, Bollinger bands decline. The price range is almost unchanged and remains quite spacious for the current activity level. The MACD reversed upwards, forming a buy signal (the histogram is above the signal line). Stochastic reversed upwards, being above the middle of its working area. The current readings of the indicator reflect the potential for the development of upward dynamics in the super-short term.

It is possible to open long positions in the short and/or super short term.

Resistance levels: 0.9935, 0.9960, 1.0000, 1.0020.

Support levels: 0.9900, 0.9878, 0.9853.

Trading tips

Long positions can be opened after the breakout of 0.9935 or 0.9960 with the target at 1.0020 or 1.0047. Stop loss is 0.9920 or 0.9900.

Short positions can be opened after the breakdown of 0.9900 with the target at 0.9853 or 0.9820. Stop loss is 0.9930.

Implementation period: 2–3 days.

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XAG/USD: silver prices are rising 14.06.2019

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Current trend

Silver prices continue to rise moderately due to increased uncertainty and risk in the market. Investors continue to follow the development of trade relations between the United States and China but before the G20 summit, there is no news on this issue expected, and the continuing tensions in relations will support the instrument. The situation with Brexit again adds additional volatility to the market. After the resignation of the current British Prime Minister Theresa May, tensions increased significantly, and the market again spoke about the possibility of the country’s withdrawal from the EU without an agreement. One of the leaders of the pre-election race, Boris Johnson, is also considering the “tight” Brexit scenario.

Support and resistance

Bollinger bands are actively growing on the daily chart. The price range narrows, reflecting the ambiguous nature of trading in the short/medium term. The MACD indicator is growing, keeping a poor buy signal (the histogram is above the signal line). Stochastic is pointed upwards and is located approximately in the center of its working area, which indicates good prospects for the development of an upward trend in the short and/or super short term.

The current readings of the indicators do not contradict the further growth of the instrument in the nearest time intervals.

Resistance levels: 15.00, 15.12, 15.24.

Support levels: 14.90, 14.82, 14.72, 14.62.

Trading tips

Long positions can be opened from the level of 15.00 with the target at 15.24. Stop loss is 14.90.

Short positions can be opened after the rebound from the level of 15.00 and the breakdown of the level of 14.90 with the target at 14.72 or 14.62. Stop loss is 15.00.

Implementation period: 2–3 days.

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USD/CHF: the dollar is growing 17.06.2019

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Current trend

On Friday, SD rose steadily against CHF, renewing the highs since June 3. Today, during the Asian session, the instrument continues to strengthen, despite the fact that the fundamental background promises to be neutral.

USD is supported by strong macroeconomic statistics from the USA. Thus, Industrial Production rose by 0.4% MoM in May after a decrease of 0.4% MoM in the previous period. Analysts expected a recovery of positive dynamics but waited for the increase only by 0.2% MoM. The Capacity Utilization rate in May rose from 77.9% to 78.1%, which turned out to be better than the market forecast of 78.0%.

Support and resistance

On the daily chart, Bollinger bands are moderately decreasing, tending to reverse into a horizontal plane. The price range is actively narrowing, reflecting a sharp change in the direction of trading in the short/medium term. The MACD indicator is growing, keeping a strong buy signal (the histogram is above the signal line). Stochastic approached its highs and reversed into a horizontal plane, indicating the growing risks of a corrective decline in the super short term.

It is better to keep current long positions until the market situation becomes clearer.

Resistance levels: 1.0000, 1.0020, 1.0047, 1.0085.

Support levels: 0.9960, 0.9935, 0.9900, 0.9878.

Trading tips

Long positions can be opened after the breakout of the level of 1.0000 with the target at 1.0050 or 1.0085. Stop loss is 0.9970–0.9960.

Short positions can be opened after a rebound from the level of 1.0000 and the breakdown of the levels of 0.9970–0.9960 with the target at 0.9900 or 0.9878. Stop loss is no further than 1.0000.

Implementation period: 2–3 days.

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USD/JPY: ambiguous dynamics 19.06.2019

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Current trend

USD showed a noticeable decline against JPY yesterday but managed to recover. The instrument was supported by optimistic comments from Donald Trump on Twitter announcing a meeting with PRC leader Xi Jinping at the G20 summit. China and the USA should start meeting in the near future to discuss the trade conflict.

Today, the instrument is trading in both directions, and investors expect new drivers and a significant increase in volatility at the end of the week. The Fed meeting will take place on Wednesday, and on Thursday, the BoJ and the BoE will meet, too. Today, the yen is pressured by the statistics from Japan. Exports in May collapsed by 7.8% YoY after falling by 2.4% YoY last month. Imports decreased from 6.5% YoY to -1.5% YoY with a forecast of 0.2% YoY. In May, trade balance was again in deficit of -967.1 billion yen.

Support and resistance

Bollinger Bands on the D1 chart are reversing horizontally. The price range narrows slightly from above, remaining uncomfortable enough for a possible increase in volatility in the second half of the week. MACD indicator is growing preserving a weak buy signal (histogram is above the signal line). Stochastic retains an uncertain downward direction, responding to the predominantly "bearish" start of the week.

To open new transactions, one should wait for additional signals to appear.

Resistance levels: 108.47, 108.79, 109.00, 109.30.

Support levels: 108.30, 108.05, 107.80, 107.47.

Trading tips

Long positions should be opened if the price moves away from support levels followed by the breakout of 108.50–108.60. Take-profit – 109.30. Stop loss – 108.30–108.20.

The development of "bearish" dynamics with the breakdown of 108.10–108.00 may become a signal to start sales with the target at 107.60–107.50. Stop loss – 108.30–108.40.

Implementation period: 2-3 days.

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NZD/USD: the pair grows 21.06.2019

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Current trend

NZD is actively growing against USD, developing the “bullish” dynamics since June 18. Strengthening the instrument is largely due to the weakening of USD after the Fed hinted at a possible interest rate cut at the July meeting. Also, investors are encouraged by the possibility of concluding a trade agreement between the US and China, which will favorably affect the dynamics of commodity assets and will help reduce the overall tensions in the market.

Yesterday, NZD was supported by macroeconomic statistics. Thus, Q1 GDP of New Zealand increased by 0.6% QoQ and 2.5% YoY, which fully coincided with the growth rate for the last quarter. Analysts had expected a slight slowdown to +2.4% YoY.

Support and resistance

On the daily chart, Bollinger bands move flat. The price range is virtually unchanged but remains quite spacious for the current activity level. The MACD grows, keeping a moderate buy signal (the histogram is above the signal line), and is preparing to test the zero line. Stochastic is growing almost vertically but is rapidly approaching its highs, which indicates that NZD may become overbought in the super short term.

It is better to open new long positions until the current “bullish” signals from the indicators are canceled.

Resistance levels: 0.6610, 0.6645, 0.6665, 0.6680.

Support levels: 0.6580, 0.6565, 0.6546, 0.6524.

Trading tips

Long positions can be opened after the breakout of 0.6610 with the target at 0.6665 or 0.6680. Stop loss is 0.6580.

Short positions can be opened after a rebound from 0.6610 and a breakdown of 0.6580 with the target at 0.6524. Stop loss is 0.6610.

Implementation period: 2–3 days.

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USD/CAD: ambiguous dynamics 24.06.2019

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Current trend

On Friday, USD rose moderately against CAD, partially balancing a steady decline in the instrument the previous day. The appearance of "bullish" dynamics was due to the technical correction, as well as disappointing macroeconomic statistics from Canada. Retail sales in April rose by only 0.1% MoM after rising by 1.3% MoM last month, which almost coincided with the forecast of +0.2% MoM. Without car sales, the sales figure also slowed from +1.8% MoM to +0.1% MoM, while the forecast was +0.3% MoM.

American statistics disappointed traders with Markit June business activity index but supported the consumer sentiment with housing market data. In May, Existing Homes Sales rose by 2.5% MoM after zero dynamics last month. Analysts had expected growth only by +1.2% MoM.

Support and resistance

On the daily chart, Bollinger bands are steadily declining. The price range is virtually unchanged but remains quite spacious for the current level of activity in the market. The MACD indicator is going downwards, keeping a moderate sell signal (the histogram is below the signal line). Stochastic, approaching its lows, is trying to reverse upwards, indicating that the instrument is strongly oversold in the super-short term.

Corrective growth is possible in the nearest time intervals.

Resistance levels: 1.3200, 1.3228, 1.3250, 1.3283.

Support levels: 1.3149, 1.3100, 1.3067.

Trading tips

Long positions can be opened after the breakout of the level of 1.3228 or 1.3250 with the target at 1.3356. Stop loss is 1.3200 or 1.3180.

Short positions can be opened after the breakdown of the level of 1.3149 with the targets at 1.3067–1.3030. Stop loss is 1.3200.

Implementation period: 2–3 days.

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USD/CHF: USD is correcting 26.06.2019

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Current trend

The US dollar showed active growth against the Swiss franc on Tuesday, departing from the updated local lows of September 27. The growth was caused by technical factors of profit taking after a confident downward rally since June 19. Uncertain macroeconomic statistics from the USA prevented a more confident strengthening. Sales of new houses in the United States in May decreased significantly (by 7.8% MoM after falling by 3.7% MoM last month). Analysts had expected growth by 1.9% MoM. The Richmond Fed Manufacturing Index decreased from 5 to 3 points, which turned out to be worse than the constant forecast.

Today, the instrument continues the development of correction. Investors are awaiting the publication of statistics on orders for durable goods from the USA. Switzerland is expected to publish an index of economic expectations for June from the ZEW Institute.

Support and resistance

Bollinger Bands in D1 chart demonstrate a stable decrease. The price range is actively expanding from below, reflecting a strong "bearish" impulse formed in the short term. MACD is preparing to reverse upwards preserving a sell signal (histogram being located under the signal line). Stochastic is reversing up, indicating the risks of corrective growth in the ultra-short term.

One should wait for additional signals of the emergence of corrective growth in the short and/or ultra-short term.

Resistance levels: 0.9775, 0.9800, 0.9853, 0.9900.

Support levels: 0.9740, 0.9692, 0.9639.

Trading tips

To open long positions, one can rely on the breakout of 0.9775 or 0.9800. Take profit — 0.9900 or 0.9935. Stop loss – 0.9740–0.9720.

A rebound from 0.9775, as from resistance, followed by a breakdown of 0.9740, may become a signal for sales with the target at 0.9639–0.9600. Stop loss – 0.9800.

Implementation period: 2-3 days.

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XAU/USD: gold prices are consolidating 28.06.2019

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Current trend

Yesterday, gold prices declined as interest in risk in the market continued to grow accordingly to the expectations of a favorable outcome of trade negotiations between the United States and China at the G20 summit. At the same time, closer to the end of the daily session, the instrument managed to regain almost all of its losses, and today, during the Asian session, the course is moving within a steady upward trend.

The quotes are supported by the Fed's soft monetary policy. It is predicted that the regulator may lower the rate during the July meeting but much will depend on the updated economic data.

Support and resistance

Bollinger bands are growing steadily on the daily chart. The price range narrows but still remains spacious enough for the current level of activity in the market. The MACD indicator is trying to reverse downwards and form a new sell signal (the histogram should be located below the signal line). Stochastic is moving within a more confident downward trend and practically does not respond to the resumption of growth during today's Asian session.

It is better to wait for clarification of the situation and the emergence of clearer trading signals from the indicators.

Resistance levels: 1425.00, 1439.11, 1455.00.

Support levels: 1411.57, 1398.27, 1382.22, 1357.90.

Trading tips

Long positions can be opened after the breakout of the level of 1425.00 or 1430.00 with the target at 1465.00 or 1480.00. Stop loss is 1400.00.

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Implementation period: 2–3 days.

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EUR/USD: trading is ambiguous 01.07.2019

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Current trend

EUR showed ambiguous dynamics against USD on June 28. Investors didn't want to open new positions at the end of the week amid the passing G20 summit, at which, in particular, a meeting between US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping was awaited. The negotiations ended quite positively. Trump noted that they were "better than expected" and encouraged the markets with optimistic forecasts for the final deal between the countries. The United States decided not to introduce new import duties and allowed American companies to deal with Huawei if this does not pose a threat to the US security.

Moderate support for the euro on Friday was provided by preliminary data on consumer inflation. In June, the core CPI accelerated from 0.8% to 1.1% YoY, with a forecast of growth to 1.0% YoY. At the start of the week, European statistics on consumer lending and unemployment for May is expected.

Support and resistance

Bollinger Bands in D1 chart show moderate growth. The price range expands from above, freeing a path to new local highs for the "bulls". MACD is reversing down and forming a sell signal (being located under the signal line). Stochastic is declining slightly more actively, being located just below the middle of its working area.

There's a possibility of a correctional decline in the short and/or ultra-short term.

Resistance levels: 1.1370, 1.1411, 1.1447, 1.1471.

Support levels: 1.1343, 1.1316, 1.1281, 1.1263.

Trading tips

Long positions should be opened if the price moves away from the support level of 1.1343 followed by the breakout of 1.1370–1.1390. Take-profit – 1.1471. Stop loss – 1.1330–1.1310.

A confident breakdown of 1.1343 may serve as a signal to further sales with the target at 1.1263 or 1.1246. Stop loss – 1.1380.

Implementation period: 2-3 days.

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May “Battle of Traders”: striking the balance, announcing 10 winners!

Hello, dear forum users!

The spring is over, same as the monthly “Battle of Traders” contest of May. We present you a review of the contest results and 10 winners of the month.

At the initial assessment, we can say that the May battle was fairly smooth, without breakthrough achievements and new levels in figures. So, 1658 traders took part in the contest. The leader of the contest Joe Fredolin managed to increase the initial deposit almost by 10 times, putting $ 47,677.26 onto the balance of his contest demo account. Mamont44–the runner-up of the contest–is breathing down the winner’s neck, with the result of $ 45,005.64.

Participants’ commitment to win, incessant search for the best strategies and tactics are becoming clearly apparent, when analyzing the course of the contest and taking a closer look at the trading accounts statements. Despite the fact that automated algorithmic trading is quite popular, at least 40% of the participants prefer “manual” control of each transaction. So, which participants managed to take top places due to their professional efforts and good luck?

The top 10 winners of the May “Battle” are traders with the following nicknames: Joe fredolin, Mamont44, Dd1, grig31, PANADO, Mahadi, Chimera, 923018758485, vikfedr, go6eto. Congratulations! We wish you successful trading on real trading accounts at NPBFX!

Have you already planned your summer vacation schedule? Complete your plans by participating in the Battle of Traders contest! This is not only an opportunity to win real money for trading and a grand prize–the brand-new iPhone Xs, but also a source of bright emotions, the spirit of a real trading battle on the financial battle field!

Let us recall that everyone can participate in the contest. The contest is held on NPBFX demo accounts, no entry fee is required. To participate you need to go through a simple registration with NPBFX.

Registration for the new stage of the contest will end on July 14. Hurry up to take part and fill the summer of 2019 with a flood of positive emotions!

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Riding the Elliott Wave right to the 1st place of the contest! The interview with the winner of the May “Battle of traders”

Malaysia is a Southeast Asian country occupying parts of the Malay Peninsula and the island of Borneo with a population of 31 million people. Joe Fredolin Keffrus citizen of this country was awarded the victory in the May Battle of Traders contest and a prize of $ 1000 to the trading account! In his interview, the winner of the trader’s battle shared that he had succeeded due to the Elliott Wave strategy and the never-give-up ability. Why did Joe have a hard time learning Forex trading, whether trading in financial markets is popular in Malaysia, and how does the winner evaluate the conditions of the contest itself? Read the questions and answers session in the interview.

- Joe, it was May you participated in the monthly Battle of Traders contest for the first time. Please tell us how did you learn about the contest and why did you decide to take part in it?

- I saw a banner in the “Promotions” section of my Personal Office and decided to try.

- Did you set a goal to take first place?

- I was planning to get into the top five winners and was very happy when I learned about my victory!

- Your trading result for May was $ 47,677. You managed to increase the initial deposit of $ 5,000 almost by 10 times! Please tell us the nature of your trading system?

- I trade “manually”. Elliot Wave strategy helps me a lot in making trading decisions. Most often I hold the position open for 2-3 days before I close.

- You had a fairly wide trading portfolio during the contest: more than 10 currency pairs, as well as gold. What is the reason for choosing such trading instruments?

- I prefer not to be focused on one instrument, I always choose the instruments with the best fopportunities. On the contest account, I traded in currency pairs and precious metals. I am less aware of cryptocurrencies, that’s why I didn’t use them in trading.

- NPBFX has already credited $ 1,000 to your real trading account. Are you planning to trade using the same strategy as you did on the contest demo account or change it?

- Yeah, I’m going to use the same strategy.

- In May, nearly 2000 traders took part in the contest. Did you watch rivals through monitoring? Did you compare your results with the achievements of other traders?

- Yes, I always checked the latest results and tried to improve my own.

- What are your personal traits (character features) that helped you achieve success in the contest?

- Constant striving for the best, the ability to fight to the bitter end and never give up.

- Joe, what do you think about the NPBFX “Battle of Traders” contest conditions in general?

- An excellent contest for any trader, practice, and the opportunity to feel the drive throughout the contest.

- Joe, please share, how long have you been trading Forex? Why did you decide to start trading? Was it easy to learn how to trade?

- I’ve been trading at Forex a little over a year. I decided to try on the advice of a friend who had already been a successful trader by that time. It was not easy to learn: there are many aspects to consider, such as emotions, psychology and trading itself.

- Do you feel like Forex is currently a hobby for you or do you take trading as a source of steady income?

- For me, Forex is a source of steady income.

- It would be interesting to learn more about you. Please tell, what country and city you are from? How old are you, what is your profession, are you a family man, what are your hobbies besides trading?

- I am 21 years old, I am from the city of Ranau, Sabah, Malaysia. I’m currently working in a small private company. I spend my spare time with family and playing online games.

- Do your relatives know about your Forex trading? Have you already told your relatives about your victory in the contest?

- Some of the family members do not really support me, because they consider Forex a risky business. But those of them who more deeply understand what it is, support me.

- In your opinion, how many people in Malaysia are aware of trading in financial markets, at Forex? Do you have friends engaged in trading?

- I believe there are few people in Malaysia aware of the online trading earning potential due to a lack of basic information and understanding of financial markets.

- Joe, would you recommend to your friends to participate in the “Battle of Traders” contest? Why?

- I would! This is an excellent training platform for beginner traders.

- What would you wish NPBFX and the participants of the following “Battle of Traders” contests?

- I would like to thank NPBFX for the great contest and wish all future participants to never give up and win!

- Joe, thank you for participating in the contest and for the interview! We wish you new victories and achievements in the financial markets with the NPBFX broker!

 

[Antony_NPBFX]

USD/JPY: USD is strengthening 08.07.2019

Good afternoon, dear forum visitors!

NPBFX offers the latest release of analytics on USD/JPY for a better understanding of the current market situation and more efficient trading.

Current trend

USD rose against JPY on Friday, updating local highs of June 18. Confident support for the dollar was provided by data on the US labor market for June, which reflected a sharp increase in nonfarm payrolls by 224K (with a forecast of 160K). The report also indicated an increase in unemployment and a slowdown in the average hourly wage MoM in June. Published on Friday, macroeconomic statistics from Japan was ambiguous. The index of coincident indicators in May rose from 102.1 to 103.2 points, while the index of leading indicators decreased from 95.9 to 95.2 points.

Today, the pair is trading in both directions. The yen is pressured by mixed macroeconomic statistics from Japan. Bank lending slowed in June from 2.6% to 2.3% YoY, while the forecast was 2.8%. The demand for machine-building products in May fell by 7.8% MoM after a growth of 5.2% last month.

Support and resistance

Bollinger Bands in the D1 chart demonstrate flat dynamics. The price range is expanding from above, however, failing to catch the development of "bullish" dynamics. MACD indicator is growing preserving a moderate buy signal (the histogram is above the signal line). Stochastic retains a stable upward direction but is rapidly approaching its maxima, indicating overbought instrument in the ultra-short term.

The current showings of the indicator do not contradict the further development of the uptrend in the nearest time.

Resistance levels: 108.52, 108.79, 109.00, 109.30.

Support levels: 108.14, 107.80, 107.52, 107.03.

Trading tips

To open long positions, one can rely on the breakout of 108.52–108.70. Take-profit – 109.30. Stop loss – 108.30–108.20.

The return of "bearish" dynamics with the breakdown of 108.14 may become a signal for sales with the target at 107.52 or 107.30–107.20. Stop loss – 108.40–108.50.

Implementation period: 2-3 days.

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USD/CAD: upward correction 10.07.2019

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NPBFX offers the latest release of analytics on USD/CAD for a better understanding of the current market situation and more efficient trading.

Current trend

Yesterday, the USD/CAD pair strengthened, renewing the highs since the beginning of the month. Consumer activity on USD is supported by expectations that the Fed will take a wait and refuse to raise rates during the July meeting amid the publication of a strong report on the US labor market. Yesterday’s Canadian macroeconomic statistics also contributed to the positive dynamics. The volume of May’s Building Permits fell sharply by 13.0% MoM after rising by 16.0% MoM last month.

Today, during the Asian session, the instrument trades ambiguously, awaiting the appearance of new drivers in the market. Investors are focused on the presentation of Fed Chairman Jerome Powell in Congress, as well as the publication of the Bank of Canada decision on interest rates with an accompanying press conference. It is predicted that the Canadian regulator will leave the parameters of monetary policy unchanged.

Support and resistance

On the daily chart, Bollinger bands smoothly reverse horizontally. The price range narrows, reflecting the emergence of ambiguous dynamics in the short term. The MACD grows, keeping a strong buy signal (the histogram is above the signal line). Stochastic is directed upwards but is rapidly approaching its highs, which indicates that USD may become overbought in the super-short term.

It is better to keep current long positions and open new ones in the short and/or ultra-short term until the renewals of the indicators’ signals.

Resistance levels: 1.3149, 1.3200, 1.3228, 1.3283.

Support levels: 1.3100, 1.3036, 1.3000.

Trading tips

Long positions can be opened after the breakout of 1.3149 with the targets at 1.3250–1.3283. Stop loss is 1.3100.

Short positions can be opened after a rebound from 1.3149 and the breakdown of 1.3100 with the target at 1.3000. Stop loss is 1.3149. Implementation period: 2–3 days.

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NZD/USD: the pair strengthens 12.07.2019

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NPBFX offers the latest release of analytics on NZD/USD for a better understanding of the current market situation and more efficient trading.

Current trend

Yesterday, the pair NZD/USD grew slightly. The ambiguous dynamic was due to strong US consumer inflation data. In June, Core CPI rose by 0.3% MoM and 2.1% YoY, which was better than market expectations (+ 0.2% MoM and + 2.0% YoY). Strong statistics on inflation serves as a weighty argument in favor of keeping the current Fed’s interest rates but the market still expects a rate cut at a meeting of July 30–31.

Today, during the Asian session, the instrument grows, ready to renew the local highs formed yesterday. Published on Friday, the macroeconomic statistics from New Zealand was ambiguous but could not have a significant impact on the dynamics of the instrument. Thus, Manufacturing PMI of New Zealand in June rose from 50.2 to 51.3 points, which turned out to be significantly weaker than the forecast for growth to 53.1 points.

Support and resistance

On the daily chart, Bollinger bands grow moderately. The price range narrows, reflecting the ambiguous trading nature in the short term. The MACD grows, forming a new buy signal (the histogram is above the signal line). Stochastic is directed upwards but is rapidly approaching its highs, which indicates that NZD may become overbought in the super short term.

It is better to keep current long positions until the situation becomes clearer.

Resistance levels: 0.6687, 0.6707, 0.6725, 0.6750.

Support levels: 0.6655, 0.6640, 0.6610, 0.6580.

Trading tips

Long positions can be opened after the breakout of 0.6687 or 0.6700 with the target at 0.6750. Stop loss is 0.6680–0.6665.

Short positions can be opened after a rebound from 0.6687 and a breakdown of 0.6665 with the targets at 0.6610–0.6600 with stop loss no further than 0.6700.

Implementation period: 2-3 days.

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Brent Crude Oil: oil prices are consolidating 15.07.2019

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NPBFX offers the latest release of analytics on Brent Crude Oil for a better understanding of the current market situation and more efficient trading.

Current trend

Oil prices are consolidating near local highs, updated at the end of the week. Quotes are supported by a reduction in the production of some US manufacturers in the Gulf of Mexico due to a tropical storm. On the other hand, investors were disappointed with the published report of the International Energy Agency. According to it, further growth in production in the USA will contribute to the growing imbalance of supply and demand in the market. The IEA expects a decline in oil demand by 2020 to a record level since 2003. Additional support for quotes was provided by Baker Hughes report on active oil platforms in the USA published on Friday. During the week, the number of drilling rigs decreased from 788 to 784 units.

Support and resistance

On the D1 chart, Bollinger Bands show a slight increase and a tendency to reverse horizontally. MACD indicator is growing preserving a weak buy signal (histogram is above the signal line). Stochastic, approaching its maxima, is trying to reverse down, indicating the risks of an overbought instrument in the ultra-short term.

One should wait for the clarification and formation of new trade signals.

Resistance levels: 67.38, 68.04, 68.63.

Support levels: 66.68, 65.98, 65.24, 64.73.

Trading tips

Long positions may be opened if the price moves away from 66.68, as from support, followed by the breakout of 67.38. Take profit – 68.63 or 69.00. Stop loss – 66.68. Implementation period: 1-2 days.

A confident breakdown of 66.68 may serve as a signal to further sales with the target at 65.24 or 64.73. Stop loss – 67.38. Implementation period: 2-3 days.

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EUR/USD: EUR is declining 17.07.2019

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NPBFX offers the latest release of analytics on EUR/USD for a better understanding of the current market situation and more efficient trading.

Current trend

EUR showed a steady decline against USD yesterday, retreating to new weekly lows. The reason for the emergence of negative dynamics was the macroeconomic statistics from Germany and the USA. The ZEW business sentiment index in July decreased from −21.1 to −24.5 points, which turned out to be worse than expectations of −22.3 points. The index of the current economic conditions for the same period decreased from 7.8 to -1.1 points, with a forecast of 5.0 points. The Eurozone sentiment index in July fell from −20.2 to −20.3 points but turned out to be better than the forecast of −20.9 points. Investors were optimistic about US retail sales statistics. In June, the sales of the control group increased from 0.6% to 0.7% MoM, while analysts expected sales to slow to 0.3% MoM. Strong data can help to maintain interest rates at the Fed meeting at the end of July.

Support and resistance

Bollinger Bands in D1 chart demonstrate a stable decrease. The price range is aggressively narrowing, reflecting the mixed dynamics of trading in the short term. MACD is going down preserving a weak sell signal (being located under the signal line). Stochastic shows similar dynamics, approaching its minima.

The current showings of the indicators do not contradict the further development of the downtrend in the short and/or ultra-short term.

Resistance levels: 1.1244, 1.1284, 1.1316, 1.1343.

Support levels: 1.1200, 1.1180, 1.1159, 1.1133.

Trading tips

Long positions may be opened if the price moves away from 1.1200, as from support, followed by the breakout of 1.1244. Take profit – 1.1343 or 1.1370. Stop loss – 1.1200. Implementation period: 2-3 days.

A confident breakdown of 1.1200 may serve as a signal to further sales with the target at 1.1133–1.1120. Stop loss – 1.1230. Implementation period: 1-2 days.

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