GBP/JPY Price Analysis: Buyers reclaimed 192.00 as morning star forms
|- GBP/JPY climbs past 192.00, buoyed by light economic data and upbeat sentiment.
- Resistance at 192.24, 192.50, with eyes on 193.00+.
- Defined support levels mark potential reversal points if retreat occurs.
The GBP/JPY climbed 0.29% late in the North American session after bouncing off daily lows reached earlier at around 191.35. Risk appetite improvement amid a light economic docket sponsored a rally in the cross-pair, which trades at 192.10.
GBP/JPY Price Analysis: Technical outlook
The GBP/JPY daily chart suggests the air is neutral to slightly upwards after buyers reclaimed 192.00. If the pair surpasses the April 4 high of 192.24, look for a test of 192.50. A breach of the latter will open the door to challenging the 193.00 figure. Further upside is seen at 193.53.
On the other hand, if the cross dives below 192.00, that would expose the Tenkan-Sen level at 191.14. Once surpassed, the next support would be the Senkou Span A at 190.94, ahead of the Kijun-Sen at 190.74. in further weakness, the next stop would be the April 2 low of 190.03.
GBP/JPY Price Action – Daily Chart
Information on these pages contains forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. Markets and instruments profiled on this page are for informational purposes only and should not in any way come across as a recommendation to buy or sell in these assets. You should do your own thorough research before making any investment decisions. FXStreet does not in any way guarantee that this information is free from mistakes, errors, or material misstatements. It also does not guarantee that this information is of a timely nature. Investing in Open Markets involves a great deal of risk, including the loss of all or a portion of your investment, as well as emotional distress. All risks, losses and costs associated with investing, including total loss of principal, are your responsibility. The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of FXStreet nor its advertisers.