Analysis of transactions and tips for trading EUR/USD
Euro tested 1.0875 when the MACD line was just starting to move below zero, which was a pretty good signal to sell. It led to a price decrease of around 20 pips.
The report on manufacturing and service activity in the eurozone did nothing to help euro yesterday morning, but a rebound was seen in the afternoon as data on US PMI turned out to be weaker than expected. The figure gave back some confidence to buyers.
There is a chance that the bullish momentum will continue today as ahead are reports on Germany's business environment, present situation and economic expectations indicators. Good figures will definitely trigger a further rise in euro, especially since there is no key data due out in the US in the afternoon.
For long positions:
Buy euro when the quote reaches 1.0915 (green line on the chart) and take profit at the price of 1.0955. Growth will occur if the IFO's reports exceed expectations. However, before buying, make sure that the MACD line is above zero or is starting to rise from it. Euro can also be bought at 1.0892, but the MACD line should be in the oversold area as only by that will the market reverse to 1.0915 and 1.0955.
For short positions:
Sell euro when the quote reaches 1.0892 (red line on the chart) and take profit at the price of 1.0861. Pressure will return if reports indicate weak eurozone data. But take note that when selling, the MACD line should be below zero or is starting to move down from it. Euro can also be sold at 1.0915, however, the MACD line should be in the overbought area, as only by that will the market reverse to 1.0892 and 1.0861.
What's on the chart:
The thin green line is the key level at which you can place long positions in the EUR/USD pair.
The thick green line is the target price, since the quote is unlikely to move above this level.
The thin red line is the level at which you can place short positions in the EUR/USD pair.
The thick red line is the target price, since the quote is unlikely to move below this level.
MACD line - when entering the market, it is important to be guided by the overbought and oversold zones.
Important: Novice traders 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 fluctuations in the rate. If you decide to trade during the release of news, then always place stop orders to minimize losses. Without placing stop orders, you can very quickly lose your entire deposit, especially if you do not use money management and trade large volumes.
And remember that for successful trading, you need to have a clear trading plan. Spontaneous trading decision based on the current market situation is an inherently losing strategy for an intraday trader.