FX Weekly Recap: April 14 – 18, 2025
Friday, April 18,2025,17:34
Markets swung hard last week as traders reacted to fresh trade tension, central bank moves, and mixed data surprises. .. read more..
Global Market Weekly Recap: April 14 – 18, 2025
Friday, April 18,2025,12:33
Markets reeled from U.S.-China tariff news this week. Gold surged while the dollar fell. Bonds gained amid growth fears while equities whipsawed lower! .. read more..
Trump targets Powell
Friday, April 18,2025,08:42
Yesterday, US President Donald Trump stated that he could dismiss Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell, casting doubt on the idea of central bank independence. He also expressed frustration that policymakers had not lowered interest rates in recent months. "If I want him out, he'll be out of there real fast, believe me," Trump told reporters in the Oval Office on Thursday when asked about an earlier social media post in which he criticized the Fed Chair for not cutting rates fast enough. "I'm not happy with him." In a previous post, Trump had written that firing Powell might happen fairly quickly! The Federal Reserve declined to comment on such remarks. Trump did not answer a reporter's... .. read more..
New Zealand inflation higher than expected, New Zealand dollar hits five-mont...
Friday, April 18,2025,08:30
New Zealand's CP rose to 2.2% y/y in Q1 of 2025, up from 2.3% and higher than expected. Despite the increase, the Reserve Bank is expected to lower rates at the May meeting, as concerns remain over US tariff policy which could dampen New Zealand's economy. .. read more..
EU increases pressure on US
Friday, April 18,2025,08:04
The entire world is now watching the ongoing negotiations between the US and its key trading partners. Despite President Trump's loud claims that the talks are going well, there is still no clarity, which fuels pessimism among investors and traders and puts pressure on the dollar. Meanwhile, the European Union is working on a proposal to impose restrictions on certain types of exports to the US as a possible retaliatory measure in response to the large-scale trade war initiated by President Donald Trump last month. These restrictions would serve as a deterrent and would only be enacted if talks with the US fail to produce a satisfactory outcome. Recall that the Trump administration impose... .. read more..
XAU/USD: Elliott Wave Analysis and Forecast for 18.04.25 – 25.04.25
Friday, April 18,2025,07:45
Major Takeaways Main scenario: Consider long positions from corrections above the level of 2955.00 with a target of 3500.00 – 3800.00. A buy signal: the price holds above 2955.00. Stop Loss: below 2920.00, Take Profit: 3500.00 – 3800.00. Alternative scenario: Breakout and consolidation below the level of 2955.00 will allow the pair to continue declining to the levels of 2574.07 – 2277.38. A sell signal: the level of 2955.00 is broken to the downside. Stop Loss: above 2990, Take Profit: 2574.07 – 2277.38. Main Scenario Consider long positions from corrections above the level of 2955.00 with a target of 3500.00... Read full author’s opinion and review in blog of #LiteFinance .. read more..
WTI Crude Oil: Elliott Wave Analysis and Forecast for 18.04.25 – 25.04.25
Friday, April 18,2025,07:15
Major Takeaways Main scenario: Consider short positions from corrections below the level of 72.35 with a target of 52.80 – 45.00. A sell signal: the level of 72.35 is broken to the downside. Stop Loss: above 73.30, Take Profit: 52.80 – 45.00. Alternative scenario: Breakout and consolidation above the level of 72.35 will allow the asset to continue rising to the levels of 80.70 – 87.40. A buy signal: the level of 72.35 is broken to the upside. Stop Loss: below 71.50, Take Profit: 80.70 – 87.40. Main Scenario Consider short positions from corrections below the level of 72.35 with... Read full author’s opinion and review in blog of #LiteFinance .. read more..
USD/JPY: Elliott Wave Analysis and Forecast for 18.04.25 – 25.04.25
Friday, April 18,2025,06:45
Major Takeaways Main scenario: Consider short positions from corrections below the level of 148.15 with a target of 138.65 – 131.50. A sell signal: the level of 148.15 is broken to the downside. Stop Loss: above 149.00, Take Profit: 138.65 – 131.50. Alternative scenario: Breakout and consolidation above the level of 148.15 will allow the pair to continue rising to the levels of 151.32 – 154.70. A buy signal: the level of 148.15 is broken to the upside. Stop Loss: below 147.20, Take Profit: 151.32 – 154.70. Main Scenario Consider short positions from corrections below the level of 148.15 with... Read full author’s opinion and review in blog of #LiteFinance .. read more..
GBP/USD: Elliott Wave Analysis and Forecast for 18.04.25 – 25.04.25
Friday, April 18,2025,06:15
Major Takeaways Main scenario: Consider long positions from corrections above the level of 1.2750 with a target of 1.3500 – 1.4000. A buy signal: the price holds above 1.2750. Stop Loss: below 1.2680, Take Profit: 1.3500 – 1.4000. Alternative scenario: Breakout and consolidation below the level of 1.2750 will allow the pair to continue declining to the levels of 1.2342 – 1.2100. A sell signal: the level of 1.2750 is broken to the downside. Stop Loss: above 1.2820, Take Profit: 1.2342 – 1.2100. Main Scenario Consider long positions from corrections above the level of 1.2750 with a target of 1.3500... Read full author’s opinion and review in blog of #LiteFinance .. read more..
US Market News Digest for April 18
Friday, April 18,2025,06:09
Trump vs. Powell: pressure on Fed mounts Donald Trump ratcheted up his criticism against Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell, once again calling for an immediate interest rate cut. This renewed political pressure adds to the tensions surrounding the Fed, which is maintaining a cautious stance for now. The market reaction was muted, with major U.S. indices posting mixed results. Investors continue to wait for clearer signals from the Federal Reserve and upcoming economic data. Follow the link for details. Stock market holds steady amid cautious expectations US indices were mixed on Thursday, with the S&P 500 gaining ground and the Nasdaq slightly lower. Market participants took a wa... .. read more..
Golden Days for the Ruble. Forecast as of 18.04.2025
Friday, April 18,2025,06:08
A thaw in US–Russia relations is changing how foreign investors view the country. At the same time, Russia’s gold and foreign currency reserves are helping drive the USD/RUB down. Let’s discuss it and make a trading plan. Major Takeaways Foreign investors are showing interest in Russian assets. Debt restructuring is supporting the ruble. Gold is boosting the Russian currency. Selling USD/RUB with a target of 75 remains a relevant strategy. Weekly Fundamental Forecast for Ruble With gold hitting record highs, you might think nothing can outperform it in 2025. But that’s not entirely true. The Russian ruble is actually the best-performing... Read full author’s opinion and review in blog of ... .. read more..
ECB lowers rates, Euro edges lower
Friday, April 18,2025,06:00
The ECB lowered interest rates by a quarter-point, a move that was expected by the markets. The ECB expressed concern that US tariff policy could dampen eurozone growth. US President Turmp has threatened further tariffs on Europe, which would further escalate trade tensions. .. read more..
ECB lowers rates, Euro edges higher
Friday, April 18,2025,06:00
The ECB lowered interest rates by a quarter-point, a move that was expected by the markets. The ECB expressed concern that US tariff policy could dampen eurozone growth. US President Turmp has threatened further tariffs on Europe, which would further escalate trade tensions. .. read more..
When Giants Fall: How Alphabet and UnitedHealth Decisions Hurt the Market
Friday, April 18,2025,05:56
Wall Street Divided: Gains on Apple and Eli Lilly News, Rate Worries Remain Trading on U.S. stock markets ended in disarray on Thursday, with positive news from tech giants and pharma companies colliding with interest rate concerns. Market participants wavered between hopes for progress in international negotiations and worrying signs from the healthcare sector. Hopes for a Japan, China Deal Stimulate Risk Appetite Investors were cautiously optimistic after US President Donald Trump said "significant progress" had been made in talks with Japan. The words were a relief after a volatile environment that saw markets plunge. Trump also expressed confidence that a deal could be reached with Ch... .. read more..
EUR/USD: Elliott Wave Analysis and Forecast for 18.04.25 – 25.04.25
Friday, April 18,2025,05:45
Major Takeaways Main scenario: Consider long positions from corrections above the level of 1.0910 with a target of 1.1750 – 1.2050. A buy signal: the price holds above 1.0910. Stop Loss: below 1.0850, Take Profit: 1.1750 – 1.2050. Alternative scenario: Breakout and consolidation below the level of 1.0910 will allow the pair to continue declining to the levels of 1.0720 – 1.0375. A sell signal: the level of 1.0910 is broken to the downside. Stop Loss: above 1.0970, Take Profit: 1.0720 – 1.0375. Main Scenario Consider long positions from corrections above the level of 1.0910 with a target of 1.1750... Read full author’s opinion and review in blog of #LiteFinance .. read more..
USD/CHF: Elliott Wave Analysis and Forecast for 18.04.25 – 25.04.25
Friday, April 18,2025,05:15
Major Takeaways Main scenario: Consider short positions from corrections below the level of 0.8580 with a target of 0.8000 – 0.7800. A sell signal: the level of 0.8580 is broken to the downside. Stop Loss: above 0.8640, Take Profit: 0.8000 – 0.7800. Alternative scenario: Breakout and consolidation above the level of 0.8580 will allow the pair to continue rising to the levels of 0.8857 – 0.9195. A buy signal: the level of 0.8580 is broken to the upside. Stop Loss: below 0.8520, Take Profit: 0.8857 – 0.9195. Main Scenario Consider short positions from corrections below the level of 0.8580 with... Read full author’s opinion and review in blog of #LiteFinance .. read more..
USD/СAD: Elliott Wave Analysis and Forecast for 18.04.25 – 25.04.25
Friday, April 18,2025,04:48
Major Takeaways Main scenario: Consider short positions from corrections below the level of 1.3977 with a target of 1.3735 – 1.3575. A sell signal: the level of 1.3977 is broken to the downside. Stop Loss: above 1.4030, Take Profit: 1.3735 – 1.3575. Alternative scenario: Breakout and consolidation above the level of 1.3977 will allow the pair to continue rising to the levels of 1.4300 – 1.4800. A buy signal: the level of 1.3977 is broken to the upside. Stop Loss: below 1.3920, Take Profit: 1.4300 – 1.4800. Main Scenario Consider short positions from corrections below the level of 1.3977 with... Read full author’s opinion and review in blog of #LiteFinance .. read more..
US market: Trump blasts Fed Chair Powell, but stocks hold steady
Friday, April 18,2025,04:34
S&P 500 Overview for April 18 US market: Trump blasts Fed Chair Powell, but stocks hold steady Major US indices on Thursday: Dow -1.3%, NASDAQ -0.1%, S&P 500 +0.1%, S&P 500: 5,282, trading range: 5,100-5,800. On Thursday, Donald Trump fired back with scathing criticism of Fed Chair Jerome Powell's remarks on Wednesday, practically calling for a rate cut "just like in Europe." Trump went as far as hinting Powell should be removed if he refuses to lower interest rates. However, Powell cannot be dismissed before his term ends in May 2026, even though Trump himself appointed him back in 2017. Even Treasury Secretary Bessent, not known for particularly nuanced commentary, urged aga... .. read more..
Forex forecast 18/04/2025: EUR/USD, GBP/USD, Gold and Bitcoin
Friday, April 18,2025,04:18
We introduce you to the daily updated section of Forex analytics where you will find reviews from forex experts, up-to-date monitoring of financial information as well as online forecasts of exchange rates of the US dollar, euro, ruble, bitcoin, and other currencies for today, tomorrow and this trading week. Useful links: My other articles are available in this section InstaForex course for beginners Popular Analytics Open trading account Important: The begginers in forex trading need to be very careful when making decisions about entering the market. Before the release of important reports, it is best to stay out of the market to avoid being caught in sharp market fluctuations due to inc... .. read more..
Short-Term Analysis for BTCUSD, XRPUSD, and ETHUSD for 18.04.2025
Friday, April 18,2025,03:47
Dear readers, I've prepared a short-term forecast for Bitcoin, Ripple, and Ethereum based on the Elliott wave analysis. Crypto prices are trading as predicted. Major Takeaways BTCUSD: the price is expected to decline in correction 2. Consider opening short positions from the current level with Take Profit at 79,000.00. XRPUSD: the price will likely slide in correction 2. Consider opening short positions with Take Profit at 1.853. ETHUSD: correction 2 is expected to develop. Consider selling from the current level with Take Profit at 1,471.55. Elliott Wave Analysis for Bitcoin A bullish wave is developing on the last segment of Bitcoin's chart as an impulse (1)-(2)-(3)-(4)-(5). Its... Read... .. read more..
NZ Dollar Falls Amid RBNZ Rate Cut Speculations
Friday, April 18,2025,03:32
The New Zealand dollar weakened against other major currencies in the Asian session on Friday, as traders speculate additional easing by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ). .. read more..
The Market Taken Hostage
Friday, April 18,2025,03:16
Will the White House cross the Rubicon by initiating the dismissal of Jerome Powell from his position as Chair of the Federal Reserve? That would deal another blow to financial markets, but for now, the S&P 500 has reacted calmly to the barrage of criticism from Donald Trump toward the central bank's head. Trump claims he never liked Powell and accuses him of playing political games by refusing to cut interest rates. Meanwhile, everything is falling—oil and gasoline—except the cost of borrowing in the U.S. remains high. Is it time to change horses midstream? The S&P 500 has declined in seven of the past nine weeks, reacting sharply to developments surrounding the White House's tar... .. read more..
Why Are Markets Frozen and What Are They Waiting For? (There is a possibility...
Friday, April 18,2025,03:00
Today is Good Friday, a day Christians observe worldwide across all denominations. Market activity has noticeably decreased ahead of the Easter holiday, but this isn't the main reason for market participants' current behavior. Let's take a closer look. The main theme of the trade war has gradually shifted to mutual demands and threats between China and the United States. In essence, the two sides have reached a stalemate. Neither is willing to make concessions, but it seems they will eventually have to seek a compromise. Investors know this, which explains the wait-and-see stance dominating the markets. Market sentiment has turned mixed by the end of the week, with trade negotiations rema... .. read more..
Trading Recommendations for the Cryptocurrency Market on April 18
Friday, April 18,2025,03:00
Bitcoin and Ethereum remain within their sideways channels, and the inability to break out of these ranges could jeopardize the prospects for a broader recovery in the cryptocurrency market. However, any new wave of selling would require strong justification, which is currently absent from the market. Meanwhile, in a recent speech, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell hinted that U.S. banking regulators may soften cryptocurrency restrictions. This is undoubtedly good news for the digital asset industry. Powell acknowledged the wave of failures and frauds over the years but also recognized the sector's growing popularity. Given the Fed's previously conservative stance, this kind of statemen... .. read more..
Powell in danger? Can Trump fire Fed Chair and what does that mean for markets?
Friday, April 18,2025,02:43
Donald Trump has once again set his sights on the Federal Reserve, accusing its chairman Jerome Powell of failing in monetary policy and threatening to fire him. But what lies behind these attacks: a real threat to the Fed's independence, or just another round of political pressure? And how might this affect the markets, the dollar, and the US economy? Let's examine the facts, risks, and possible scenarios. Why does Trump want Powell gone? In the political drama unfolding in Washington, the next act centers around the fate of the Federal Reserve. Donald Trump has brought Jerome Powell back into the spotlight, the man he once appointed the Fed Chairman, now accused of being slow, stubborn,... .. read more..
Investors Lose Confidence in US Dollar. Forecast as of 18.04.2025
Friday, April 18,2025,02:38
As a rule, one must pay an entry fee to gain access to an exclusive and privileged club. This perspective reflects President Trump's understanding of the US market. However, investors have a different standpoint. There is a growing perception of confidence issues with the US dollar. Let's discuss this topic and make a trading plan for the EURUSD pair. Major Takeaways The ECB has cut rates for the seventh time in the cycle. Donald Trump has found a scapegoat. Confidence in the US dollar has eroded. Long trades on the EURUSD pair can be opened at 1.129, 1.117, and 1.144.... Read full author’s opinion and review in blog of #LiteFinance .. read more..
Technical Analysis XAUUSD : 2025-04-18
Friday, April 18,2025,02:37
XAUUSD forecast bullish despite Treasuries foreign holdings increase US Treasury Department reported that foreign holdings of Treasuries actually rose 3.4% in February: data showed Japan increased its holdings by 4% to $1.1259 trillion while China raised its holdings by 3% to $784.3 billion. China remained the second-largest foreign holder of Treasuries while Japan remained the largest holder with overall foreign holdings of US Treasuries standing at $8.8172 trillion at the end of February. After President Trump announced larger than expected reciprocal tariffs in April, there were rumors that China or Japan was dumping treasuries. Decrease in foreign holdings of US Treasuries results in ... .. read more..
USD/JPY: Simple Trading Tips for Beginner Traders on April 18. Review of Yest...
Friday, April 18,2025,02:33
Analysis of Trades and Trading Tips for the Japanese Yen The test of the 142.38 level coincided with a moment when the MACD indicator had already significantly moved below the zero mark, which limited the pair's downside potential. For this reason, I did not sell the dollar. I did not receive any other entry signals into the market. Surprisingly, despite new headlines about trade negotiations between the U.S. and Japan, the market seemed to freeze in anticipation. Not even Japan's inflation data influenced volatility. According to the report, Japan's Consumer Price Index (CPI) decreased to 3.6% from 3.7% in March this year. However, the CPI excluding fresh food prices rose to 3.2% from 3.... .. read more..
GBP/USD: Simple Trading Tips for Beginner Traders on April 18. Review of Yest...
Friday, April 18,2025,02:31
Analysis of Trades and Trading Tips for the British Pound The test of the 1.3249 price level occurred when the MACD indicator had already moved significantly above the zero line, which limited the pair's upside potential. For this reason, I did not buy the pound. After a long period, another test of 1.3249 took place. At that moment, the MACD had just started moving up from the zero mark, which confirmed a valid entry point for buying the pound and led to a 20-pip increase in the pair. A slower-than-expected rise in initial jobless claims in the U.S. and solid figures for building permits were insufficient to put pressure back on GBP/USD. The pair continued to rise, returning to the month... .. read more..
EUR/USD: Simple Trading Tips for Beginner Traders on April 18. Review of Yest...
Friday, April 18,2025,02:30
Analysis of Trades and Trading Tips for the Euro The test of the 1.1357 price level occurred when the MACD indicator had already dropped significantly below the zero line, which limited the pair's downside potential. For this reason, I did not sell the euro. The second test of 1.1357, with the MACD in the oversold zone, triggered Buy Scenario #2, resulting in a 30-pip upward move. The euro reacted little to yesterday's European Central Bank meeting, again resulting in a rate cut. ECB President Christine Lagarde noted in her speech that economic expectations for the Eurozone are clouded by serious instability from the United States, creating risks of a downturn. That's why the decision to ... .. read more..
Stock Market Outlook for April 18: S&P 500 and NASDAQ Attempt to Stabilize
Friday, April 18,2025,02:00
At the close of the previous regular trading session, U.S. stock indices ended mixed. The S&P 500 rose by 0.13%, while the Nasdaq 100 fell by 0.13%. The industrial Dow Jones lost 1.33%. Asian indices gained slightly today as investors mostly adopted a wait-and-see approach, anticipating further news related to tariff negotiations. Uncertainty in trade policy—especially between the world's largest economies—is exerting significant pressure on the markets. As a result, companies are postponing major investment decisions, fearing that new tariffs could significantly affect their profitability and competitiveness. This cautious stance by investors is also reflected in trading volumes, whi... .. read more..
USD/CHF Forex Signal: Intervention Risk Looms - 18 April 2025
Friday, April 18,2025,01:44
The USD/CHF pair is showing signs of stabilization near the critical 0.8100 level, with oversold conditions and potential SNB intervention supporting a possible bullish rebound. .. read more..
EUR/JPY Forecast: Stalls Near ¥164 as Momentum Wanes - 18 April 2025
Friday, April 18,2025,01:40
The EUR/JPY pair gave back early gains on Thursday, signaling potential consolidation between ¥160 and ¥165 amid overbought euro conditions and global uncertainty. .. read more..
NZD/USD Forecast: Approaches Key 0.60 Resistance as Rally Stretches - 18 Apri...
Friday, April 18,2025,01:36
The New Zealand dollar continues its climb toward the 0.60 level, but overbought conditions and key resistance could trigger a short-term pullback. .. read more..
USD/ZAR Forecast: Testing Key Support Amid Dollar Weakness - 18 April 2025
Friday, April 18,2025,01:29
The US dollar is struggling to stabilize against the South African Rand as global risk sentiment and dollar weakness weigh, with key support near 18.60 in focus. .. read more..
Nasdaq Forecast: Wavers Ahead of Holiday Weekend - 18 April 2025
Friday, April 18,2025,01:23
The NASDAQ 100 remains volatile ahead of the Good Friday holiday, with early gains erased as traders brace for low liquidity and ongoing tech-sector uncertainty. .. read more..
Gold Forecast: Pulls Back as Traders Lock in Profits Before Holiday - 18 Apri...
Friday, April 18,2025,01:18
Gold pulled back slightly on Thursday as traders booked profits ahead of the Good Friday closure, but the broader uptrend remains strong above $3,200 support. .. read more..
USD/CAD Forecast: Consolidates Near Crucial Support: - 18 April 2025
Friday, April 18,2025,01:15
The US dollar is attempting to stabilize against the Canadian dollar near the 1.39 support zone, with trade tensions and technical levels influencing price action. .. read more..
GBP/USD Forecast: Rally Stalls: Is a Pullback Coming? - 18 April 2025
Friday, April 18,2025,01:09
The British pound is showing signs of exhaustion near the 1.33 level against the US dollar, suggesting a pullback or consolidation may be on the horizon. .. read more..
Crude Oil Forecast: Case for Higher Levels - 18 April 2025
Friday, April 18,2025,01:02
Crude oil is attempting to stabilize above $60, with traders watching for a breakout above $63.50 as the market builds a case for a short-term upside. .. read more..
Silver Forecast: Pulls Back Early - 18 April 2025
Friday, April 18,2025,01:00
Silver pulled back slightly from the $33 level early Thursday but remains in a bullish trend, with dips seen as potential buying opportunities. .. read more..
Interest in Bitcoin and Ethereum Is Returning
Friday, April 18,2025,00:52
While Bitcoin and Ethereum still struggle to regain strength and re-enter a bullish market—constantly alarming investors and traders with sharp declines toward the lower bounds of the sideways channels they've been in since April—an increasing number of potential retail traders are showing interest in the cryptocurrency market. According to Google search data, the search index for "Bitcoin" in March 2025 reached 34, the year's highest reading. Google search volume is measured on a scale from 0 to 100, where 100 represents peak popularity during a selected period. The last time the index hit 100 was in December 2017. The search index for "Bitcoin" was 27 and 31, respectively, in January an... .. read more..
Intraday Strategies for Beginner Traders on April 18
Friday, April 18,2025,00:52
Euro and Pound Retain All Prerequisites for Further Growth The single European currency showed virtually no reaction to yesterday's meeting of European Central Bank officials, during which another interest rate cut was announced. In her speech, ECB President Christine Lagarde emphasized that the economic outlook for the eurozone remains uncertain due to the unpredictability of U.S. actions, which threatens slowing GDP growth. For this reason, the meeting participants unanimously supported the decision to cut the rate. Lagarde also noted that while most indicators suggest inflation is nearing the desired 2% target, the impact of the newly introduced tariffs is still difficult to assess. To... .. read more..
What to Pay Attention to on April 18? A Breakdown of Fundamental Events for B...
Friday, April 18,2025,00:51
Analysis of Macroeconomic Reports: There are no macroeconomic events scheduled for Friday—not in the US, the Eurozone, Germany, or the UK. Therefore, even if the market were paying any attention to the macroeconomic backdrop, it simply doesn't exist today. The market continues to trade solely based on the "Trump factor." At the same time, the British pound can continue to rise without any apparent reason or justification. Analysis of Fundamental Events: There is still little point in discussing any fundamental events besides Trump's trade war. The dollar may continue to fall indefinitely if Trump keeps introducing new tariffs or raising existing ones. We recommend that traders pay close a... .. read more..
How to Trade the GBP/USD Pair on April 18? Simple Tips and Trade Analysis for...
Friday, April 18,2025,00:51
Analysis of Thursday's Trades 1H Chart of GBP/USD The GBP/USD pair continued to trade higher throughout Thursday. Even at its peak levels, the British pound shows no intention of correcting. There were no notable events in the UK yesterday, although interesting reports were published on Tuesday and Wednesday. Yet, they had no apparent impact on the currency pair's movements. As a result, the macroeconomic backdrop currently has virtually no influence on price action. Several secondary reports in the US were released yesterday that had no chance of affecting market sentiment. Today, the economic calendar is empty. The only hope lies with Donald Trump, yet the British pound continues to ris... .. read more..
How to Trade the EUR/USD Pair on April 18? Simple Tips and Trade Analysis for...
Friday, April 18,2025,00:51
Analysis of Thursday's Trades 1H Chart of EUR/USD The EUR/USD currency pair continued trading within a sideways channel on Thursday, as shown on the hourly timeframe chart above. The current market situation is as straightforward as it gets. Yesterday, the European Central Bank held its meeting and decided to cut key interest rates for the seventh time. Neither the meeting nor the decision to ease monetary policy impacted the euro's movement. Yesterday's volatility was the lowest of the week despite Thursday's macroeconomic and fundamental background being much stronger than the previous days. Therefore, the conclusion is obvious: the market continues to trade exclusively based on news re... .. read more..
FX option expiries for 18 April 10am New York cut
Thursday, April 17,2025,22:50
With notable market closures in observance of Good Friday and Easter Monday, the expiries board is rather light today and even more so at the start of next week. There is just one minor one for EUR/USD at 1.1390 that could keep a lid on price action, considering the much thinner liquidity conditions. That said, there could be exacerbated price moves during this period amid the lesser interest and heavily reduced market flows. So, I wouldn't put too much emphasis on the expiries above. In any case, trading sentiment as a whole continues to ride on the broader market mood and anticipation of headline risks. On the latter, it's still all about Trump's tariffs and trade - especially concernin... .. read more..
Daily Broad Market Recap – April 17, 2025
Thursday, April 17,2025,21:54
The major assets traded mixed following new global trade headlines, ECB’s rate cut, mid-tier data releases, and potential profit-taking ahead of the Easter holidays. .. read more..
GBP/USD Overview – April 18. Powell's Speech: Nothing Positive for the Dollar
Thursday, April 17,2025,21:48
The GBP/USD currency pair continued to trade relatively calmly on Thursday, showing only a minimal downward bias. We still can't classify the current movement as a "pullback" or "correction." The chart below clearly shows how rapidly volatility is decreasing, yet the market is in no hurry to close longs or open shorts. There are still no grounds for opening short positions, as the market continues to respond only to the trade war initiated by the U.S. against the rest of the world. All other macroeconomic and fundamental factors are currently irrelevant. On Wednesday evening, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell delivered a speech. From the start, we had no expectations of any new informat... .. read more..
EUR/USD Overview – April 18: The ECB Predictably Cut Rates, and the Market Pr...
Thursday, April 17,2025,21:48
The EUR/USD currency pair spent most of the day moving sideways. When the European Central Bank meeting results were released, the market saw a small emotional reaction, but nothing fundamentally changed. In recent days this week, the euro has been trading strictly sideways within the horizontal channel of 1.1274–1.1391. Since the pair approached the upper boundary of this channel before the ECB meeting, a decline in the euro was quite predictable regardless of the central bank's decision. Even with these initial conditions, the euro didn't lose much, and the dollar didn't gain much. There is no point in discussing any other macroeconomic events starting Thursday. The market ignored the E... .. read more..