FX.co ★ GBP/USD: Simple Trading Tips for Beginners for the European Session on August 20

Analysis of trades and tips on GBP/USD

The price test of 1.2954 occurred when the MACD indicator had moved significantly down from the zero line, limiting further downward potential for the pound. For this reason, I didn't sell. Later, around the middle of the US session, the price at 1.2974 was tested and it coincided with the beginning of the MACD moving up from the zero line, continuing the upward trend. As a result, the pair moved up by about 20 pips, but it didn't quite reach the level of 1.2998. Again, there is no significant data for the UK, so the pound could easily continue its rise against the dollar, maintaining the upward trend. Personally, I don't see a reason to buy GBP/USD at current highs, so it's better to act on pullbacks. As for the intraday strategy, I will rely more on scenarios No. 1 and No. 2.

Buy signals

Scenario No 1. Today, I plan to buy the pound when it reaches the entry point at 1.3013, plotted by the green line on the chart, with the goal of rising to 1.3051, plotted by the thicker green line on the chart. In the area of 1.3051, I plan to exit long positions and open short positions in the opposite direction, counting on a movement of 30-35 pips from the level. One can count on the pound's strong rise today in continuation of the trend. Important: Before buying, ensure the MACD indicator is above the zero mark and starting to rise from it.

Scenario No 2. I also plan to buy the pound today in case of two consecutive price tests of 1.2972 when the MACD indicator is in the oversold area. This will limit the pair's downward potential and lead to a reverse market upturn. One can expect growth to the opposite levels of 1.3013 and 1.3051.

Sell signals

Scenario No 1. Today, I plan to sell the pound after testing the level of 1.2972, plotted by the red line on the chart, which will lead to a rapid decline in GBP/USD. The key target for sellers will be the level of 1.2926, where I will exit short positions and immediately open long positions in the opposite direction (expecting a movement of 20-25 pips in the opposite direction from that level). It is possible to sell the pound if buyers fail near the intraday high. Important: Before selling, make sure that the MACD indicator is below the zero mark and is just starting to decline from it.

Scenario No 2. I also plan to sell the pound today in case of two consecutive price tests of 1.3013 when the MACD indicator is in the overbought area. This will limit the pair's upward potential and lead to a reverse market downturn. One can expect a decline to the opposite levels of 1.2972 and 1.2926.

What's on the chart:

Thin green line: the entry price at which you can buy the trading instrument.

Thick green line: the estimated price at which you can set Take Profit or manually close positions, as further growth above this level is unlikely.

Thin red line: the entry price at which you can sell the trading instrument.

Thick red line: an estimated price at which you can place Take Profit or manually close positions, as further decline below this level is unlikely.

MACD indicator: when entering the market, it is essential to be guided by overbought and oversold zones.

Important: Novice traders in the forex market must be cautious when deciding to enter the market. It is best to stay out of the market before important fundamental reports are released to avoid getting caught in sharp price fluctuations. If you decide to trade during news releases, always place stop orders to minimize losses. You must set stop orders to avoid losing your entire deposit, especially if you don't use money management and trade in large volumes.

Remember, a clear trading plan, like the one I've outlined, is essential for successful trading. Making impulsive decisions based on the current market situation is a losing strategy for novice intraday traders.