USD/JPY poised for extra consolidation near-term – UOB

Pablo Piovano FXStreet

USD/JPY is seen extending the 108.20-109.50 range for the next weeks, suggested FX Strategists at UOB Group.

Key Quotes

24-hour view: “USD traded between 108.50 and 108.95 yesterday before closing little changed at 108.83 (-0.04%). Momentum indicators are neutral and USD is likely to trade sideways for today, expected to be within a 108.55/109.05 range.”

Next 1-3 weeks: “There is not much to add to our update from yesterday (22 Mar, spot at 108.90). As highlighted, the recent positive phase has ended and the current movement is viewed as part of a consolidation phase. USD is expected to consolidate and trade between 108.20 and 109,59 for now.”

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Pablo Piovano

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Born and bred in Argentina, Pablo has been carrying on with his passion for FX markets and trading since his first college years.

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