FX.co ★ Analysis and trading tips for GBP/USD on December 21 (US session)

Analysis of transactions and trading tips on GBP/USD

The test of 1.2627 took place at a time when the MACD line moved downward from zero, provoking a sell signal. As a result, the pair fell in price by 20 pips.

A massive decline did not occur because recent data from the UK did not put pressure on pound. Further price movement will depend on the upcoming US labor market reports, in which a surge in initial jobless claims will likely exert pressure on dollar, leading to a rise in the pair. A downward revision of Q3 GDP will also result in dollar's decrease, while data on the Philadelphia Fed's manufacturing index will not change the balance of power in the market.

For long positions:

Buy when pound hits 1.2646 (green line on the chart) and take profit at the price of 1.2696 (thicker green line on the chart). Growth will occur after very weak data from the US labor market.

When buying, ensure that the MACD line lies above zero or rises from it. Pound can also be bought after two consecutive price tests of 1.2623, but the MACD line should be in the oversold area, as only by that will the market reverse to 1.2646 and 1.2696.

For short positions:

Sell when pound reaches 1.2623 (red line on the chart) and take profit at the price of 1.2575. Pressure will increase after very strong statistics from the US.

When selling, make sure that the MACD line lies below zero or drops down from it. Pound can also be sold after two consecutive price tests of 1.2646, but the MACD line should be in the overbought area as only by that will the market reverse to 1.2623 and 1.2575.

What's on the chart:

Thin green line - entry price at which you can buy GBP/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 GBP/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.