FX majors due for a corrective rally to Fibonacci levels [Video]

Dale J Pinkert Independent Analyst

In today’s TradeGATEHub Live Trading session, Dale discusses the potential for a corrective rally in FX majors towards Fibonacci retracement levels, highlighting key zones to consider for buying during dollar weakness. He also covers the USD/JPY correlation with yields and analyzes the risk of a '3 Drives to a Top' formation in the SPX. This session provides traders with valuable insights into currency trends and potential market reversals.

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Dale J Pinkert

Independent Analyst

Former Member of the Chicago Mercantile Exchange (IOM Division), Dale's market forecasts have been aired on Financial Television and Radio station including CNBC.

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