Analysis and trading tips for EUR/USD on May 11 (US session)

The test of 1.0965 happened when the MACD line was just beginning to move down from zero, which was a good reason to sell. Accordingly, there was a price decrease of over 30 pips. Purchases on the rebound from 1.0935 did not bring much result.

The empty economic calendar in the eurozone did not help buyers yesterday. They also did not take advantage of good data on inflation in the US.

Today, pressure could intensify as good reports from the US are expected. There should be a decrease in the number of initial jobless claims and an increase in the producer price Index. The speech of FOMC member Christopher Waller may also help dollar.

For long positions:

Buy euro when the price hits 1.0940 (green line on the chart) and then take-profit when the quote reaches the level of 1.0980. Growth will continue if there is weak data from the US. However, before buying, make sure that the MACD line is above zero and is starting to rise from it.

Euro can also be bought after the level of 1.0914 is tested twice, but the MACD line should be in the oversold area as only by that will the market reverse to 1.0940 and 1.0980.

For short positions:

Sell euro when the price reaches 1.0914 (red line on the chart) and take-profit at the level of 1.0880. Pressure will return if there is strong US statistics. However, before selling, make sure that the MACD line is below zero and is starting to drop down from it.

Euro can also be sold after the level of 1.0940 is tested twice, but the MACD line should be in the overbought area as only by that will the market reverse to 1.0914 and 1.0880.

What's on the chart:

Thin green line - entry price at which you can buy EUR/USD

Thick green line - estimated price where you can set Take-Profit (TP) or manually fix profits, as further growth above this level is unlikely.

Thin red line - entry price at which you can sell EUR/USD

Thick red line - estimated price where you can set Take-Profit (TP) or manually fix profits, as further decline below this level is unlikely.

MACD line- it is important to be guided by overbought and oversold areas when entering the market

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.