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EUR/USD, GBP/USD, DXY Price Forecast: DXY Brace for US CPI and FOMC

By:
Arslan Ali
Updated: Apr 10, 2024, 07:49 GMT+00:00

Key Points:

  • EUR/USD steadies at 1.0852, with eyes on U.S. CPI figures and Italian Retail Sales data.
  • GBP/USD shows slight gain at 1.2681; RICS House Price Balance to impact the pound.
  • Dollar Index near pivot at 104.20; U.S. inflation data critical for future rate decisions.
EUR/USD, GBP/USD, DXY Price Forecast: DXY Brace for US CPI and FOMC

In this article:

Market Overview

The forthcoming economic events, notably, the U.S. Core CPI and CPI figures are under scrutiny. Currently, EUR/USD hovers around 1.0852, reflecting a subtle 0.04% dip, with a pivot point at 1.0839. The GBP/USD pair, trading at 1.2681, shows a slight increase of 0.03%. The market’s attention is now on the forthcoming events that could sway currency values.

Events Ahead

For EUR/USD, Italian Retail Sales data will be in the spotlight, expected at a 0.2% month-on-month change. GBP/USD traders will eye the RICS House Price Balance, anticipated at -6%.

Meanwhile, the U.S. Core CPI and CPI figures are anticipated to exhibit a month-on-month increase of 0.3%, slightly below the previous 0.4%, while the annual CPI is expected to ascend from 3.2% to 3.4%.

These inflation metrics will be instrumental in shaping the Federal Reserve’s monetary policy decisions, as detailed in the upcoming FOMC meeting minutes.

US Dollar Index (DXY)

Dollar Index
Dollar Index

The Dollar Index slightly declined to 104.199, reflecting a minimal 0.01% decrease. It hovers around the 104.20 pivot, hinting at indecision. Key resistances at 104.45, 104.78, and 105.09 might cap upside movements.

Support lies at 103.89, 103.55, and 103.20, where potential rebounds could occur. With the 50-day and 200-day EMAs closely aligned at 103.88 and 103.81 respectively, the index presents a consolidated view.

The market’s stance is bearish below the 104.20 mark, yet surpassing this could indicate a bullish shift, making the current level critical for future direction.

EUR/USD Technical Forecast

EUR/USD Price Chart - Source: Tradingview
EUR/USD Price Chart – Source: Tradingview

About the Author

Arslan, a webinar speaker and derivatives analyst, has an MBA in Finance and MPhil in Behavioral Finance. He guides financial analysis, trading, and cryptocurrency forecasting. Expert in trading psychology and sentiment.

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