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[Vlad RF]

EURUSD: the resilience of the US economy supports the US dollar

The EURUSD rate declines after rebounding from the 1.0870 resistance level. Find out more in our analysis for 21 October 2024.

EURUSD forecast: key trading points

• The US dollar has strengthened for the third consecutive week amid expectations of a softer Federal Reserve rate cut
• Markets estimate the likelihood of a 25-basis-point Fed rate cut in November at 90.9%
• This week, investors are focusing on corporate reports and risks related to the US election
• EURUSD forecast for 21 October 2024: 1.0820 and 1.077

Fundamental analysis

The EURUSD rate is undergoing a correction after Friday’s rise, remaining below the EMA-200 level, indicating persistent pressure from sellers. The US dollar has strengthened for three consecutive weeks amid expectations of a softer Fed rate-cutting cycle and higher chances of Donald Trump’s victory in the upcoming elections.

Analysts note that the current US interest rate helps strengthen the US currency. At the same time, rate cuts in other countries only add to the USD’s appeal. Experts believe this trend may persist until the election, and if Donald Trump wins, it will likely continue. The markets currently estimate the likelihood of a 25-basis-point Federal Reserve rate cut in November at 90.9%.

Investors are now awaiting the release of data on new home sales and durable goods orders in the US. The markets will primarily focus on corporate reports and risks related to the upcoming election. Retail sales data and the previously released robust statistics on the labour market and inflation show that consumer spending is stable. This reflects the resilience of the US economy, which is still far from a recession. According to today’s EURUSD forecast, this may support the US dollar.

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USDJPY continues its ascent, reaching a three-month high

The USDJPY pair has reached a new three-month peak. The market does not rule out currency interventions from the Bank of Japan. Find out more in our analysis for 22 October 2024.

USDJPY forecast: key trading points

• The USDJPY pair has surpassed a three-month high
• The yen has weakened, increasing the likelihood of new currency interventions from the Bank of Japan
• USDJPY forecast for 22 October 2024: 151.25 and 153.20

Fundamental analysis

The USDJPY rate rose by 150.95 on Tuesday, the highest level in the last three months.

Investors believe the odds of new currency interventions from the Bank of Japan increased after the USDJPY tested the 151.00 level. However, Japan’s Deputy Chief Cabinet Secretary Kazuhiko Aoki did not comment on a news media question about currency fluctuations. Last week, one of the top currency diplomats, Atsushi Mimura, noted that the authorities are closely monitoring all market movements. He also added that excessive volatility was undesirable. These remarks can be interpreted differently, but the market typically views them as a signal of readiness to influence the situation.

Currency interventions occurred in early 2024 when the yen breached the 160.00 level.

This time, the JPY began to weaken in mid-September due to rising uncertainty about the trajectory of BoJ interest rate hikes.

The USDJPY forecast does not rule out further growth.

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[Vlad RF]

PepsiCo’s revenue falls, but its stock price continues to rise. What is the secret behind the popularity of PepsiCo shares?

Despite the challenges PepsiCo Inc. (NYSE: PEP) has faced, its stock price has been rising steadily. On 8 October, the company released its Q3 2024 report, posting revenue lower than the corresponding period in 2023. Nonetheless, the stock price continued its upward trajectory.

PepsiCo Inc.’s business model

PepsiCo divides its operations into three major segments, publishing information on each separately in its quarterly reports. Below are the segments in which the company operates:

• Frito-Lay: here, PepsiCo focuses on producing and selling various snacks. The range includes products from many popular brands (Cheetos, Doritos, Lay’s, Ruffles, and Tostitos). Its leading position in the US salty snack market is supported by these high-margin products
• Quaker Foods: this includes Quaker products, one of the pioneering brands in PepsiCo’s portfolio, which specialises in healthy eating. Quaker offers cereal bars, cereals, muesli, oatmeal, and other products. This sector focuses on breakfast and healthy eating products.

How inflation impacts PepsiCo Inc.’s revenue

Experts are increasingly suggesting online that US inflation may begin to rise again and exceed the 2022 figures. If these forecasts materialise, how could this influence the company’s revenue? It is impossible to predict reliably how exactly things will evolve. However, we can analyse past periods when the company operated amid both high and low inflation.

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[Vlad RF]

AUDUSD rises slightly, but pressure persists

The AUDUSD pair remains in a downward trend, pausing for corrections. Risk appetite is weak. Discover more in our analysis for 24 October 2024.

AUDUSD forecast: key trading points

• The AUDUSD pair declines
• The RBA is expected to keep the interest rate unchanged this year
• AUDUSD forecast for 24 October 2024: 0.6696

Fundamental analysis

The AUDUSD rate fell to 0.6647.

The Australian dollar reached a two-month low, as the strong US dollar and rising yields on US government bonds left it little chance of recovery. The market expects the Federal Reserve to gradually reduce interest rates. Investors also anticipate Donald Trump’s victory in the presidential election in November.

According to new statistical data, Australia’s private sector activity was more stable in October. Activity in the services sector continued to grow, while the manufacturing segment contracted at its sharpest pace since May 2020.

Reserve Bank of Australia Deputy Governor Andrew Hauser noted earlier this week that the central bank is ready to respond based on incoming data. He highlighted the country’s unexpectedly strong employment growth, which came as a surprise.

The baseline AUDUSD forecast appears mixed and suggests that the interest rate in Australia will remain unchanged this year.

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[Vlad RF]

NZDUSD under pressure: consumer confidence in New Zealand decreases

The NZDUSD rate is declining within a descending channel, attempting to secure a position below the support level. Find out more in our analysis for 25 October 2024.

NZDUSD forecast: key trading points

• RBNZ Governor Adrian Orr confirmed that the low inflation target is attainable, adding to arguments for an interest rate cut in November
• New Zealand’s Consumer Confidence Index fell from 95.1 in September to 91.2 in October
• NZDUSD forecast for 25 October 2024: 0.5984 and 0.6052

Fundamental analysis

The NZDUSD rate declined to 0.5987 on Friday, marking its fourth consecutive week of losses. The pressure on the New Zealand dollar is mounting amid rising expectations of a moderate Federal Reserve rate cut and uncertainty about the upcoming US presidential election.

Domestically, Reserve Bank of New Zealand Governor Adrian Orr noted that attaining low and stable inflation has become a realistic target. This adds to arguments supporting another substantial RBNZ rate cut in November. The markets have already priced in a 50-basis-point cut and are also assessing the likelihood of a 75-basis-point reduction. As part of today’s NZDUSD forecast, these factors exert pressure on the currency pair.

The significant economic news from New Zealand includes a decrease in consumer confidence in October after three consecutive months of growth. The ANZ-Roy Morgan Consumer Confidence Index fell to 91.2 points in October from 95.1 in September, indicating the end of the recovery period. Employment figures remain extremely weak, with 22% of respondents reporting a weaker financial position than last year and only 14% expecting improvements next year. This is significantly lower than the September indicator of 25%.

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[Vlad RF]

The EURUSD rate slightly declines, remaining within the range. More details in our analysis for 29 October 2024.

EURUSD forecast: key trading points

• Positive US economic indicators continue to exert pressure on the euro
• The increasing likelihood of Donald Trump’s victory in the presidential election supports the US dollar
• Traders are focused on the upcoming releases of crucial economic data, such as US GDP, CPI, and the employment report
• EURUSD forecast for 29 October 2024: 1.0780

Fundamental analysis

The EURUSD rate continues to correct for the fifth consecutive trading session. Buyers have so far managed to maintain the 1.0775 level. In addition to positive economic data supporting the strength of the US economy, the US dollar is bolstered by rising expectations of Donald Trump’s victory in the upcoming US presidential election.

Traders now focus on preliminary US Q3 GDP data due on Wednesday and the core PCE price index for September, a crucial inflation gauge for the Federal Reserve, scheduled for release on Thursday. The US nonfarm payrolls report is due on Friday, potentially increasing market volatility.

Overall, the US dollar remains stable as signs of steady economic growth have reduced expectations of a sharp Federal Reserve interest rate cut. Market participants now believe that after starting the easing cycle with a sizeable 50-basis-point cut in September, the regulator will limit itself to a more moderate 25-basis-point move in November. The market estimates the likelihood of such a reduction at 95%, which, as part of today’s EURUSD forecast, continues to weigh on the euro.

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[Vlad RF]

Gold (XAUUSD) hit a new all-time high today, hovering above 2,780 USD

XAUUSD prices have completed a correction and are steadily rising, surpassing the previous all-time high of 2,758 USD. A triangle pattern has formed on the instrument chart. More details in our XAUUSD analysis for today, 30 October 2024.

XAUUSD forecast: key trading points

• Market focus: market participants are awaiting the US labour market statistics this week, including the ADP report, nonfarm payrolls, and the unemployment rate
• Current trend: a strong uptrend is underway, with a triangle pattern formed on the chart
• XAUUSD forecast for 30 October 2024: 2,758 and 2,800

Fundamental analysis

XAUUSD quotes continue to trade in an uptrend, reaching another all-time high around 2,790 USD today. A downward correction is complete, and growth is likely to resume. The precious metal appears buoyant, supported by robust demand from central banks and investors.

The current Federal Reserve’s interest rate-cutting cycle, high geopolitical tensions, ongoing conflict escalation in the Middle East, and the upcoming US presidential election in November are all factors strengthening the prices of Gold.

US employment statistics from Automatic Data Processing Inc. (ADP) are scheduled for release during today’s American session. If data exceeds the forecast (+115,000 jobs), the US dollar will receive support, and the XAUUSD pair may enter a local correction again. If data falls short of the forecast, this will drive further growth in the XAUUSD pair.

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[Vlad RF]

USDJPY: BoJ left the interest rate at its highest level since 2008

The USDJPY rate has declined, securing below the 152.65 support level. Discover more in our analysis for 31 October 2024

USDJPY forecast: key trading points

• The Bank of Japan left the interest rate at 0.25%, the highest level since 2008
• The US economy grew at a 2.8% annual rate in Q3, slightly below the forecasted 3.0%, with personal consumption and sales figures remaining high
• Investors cautiously await Friday’s US nonfarm payrolls data
• USDJPY forecast for 31 October 2024: 152.40 and 150.80

Fundamental analysis

At its two-day meeting, which concluded on Thursday, the Bank of Japan kept the interest rate at 0.25%, the highest level since 2008. This result aligned with analysts’ expectations that monetary policy would remain unchanged, exerting pressure on the USDJPY rate. This year, the Bank of Japan raised the interest rate twice, in March and July.

BoJ Governor Kazuo Ueda has already warned of increasing uncertainty in the global economy, noting that the regulator has time to thoroughly analyse risks without hastily tightening monetary policy. Traders are now scrutinising information from the BoJ chief’s post-meeting briefing, looking for hints about the timing and pace of further interest rate hikes.

According to the quarterly survey, the Bank of Japan maintains its inflation outlook and expects inflation to remain close to the 2.0% target level in the coming years. The projected core inflation rate, excluding food prices, remains at 2.5%.

Investors are now cautiously awaiting Friday’s nonfarm payroll data and next week’s US presidential election. Meanwhile, the ADP report recorded a surge in private-sector employment in October, indicating labour market resilience. The US economy grew at a 2.8% annual rate in Q3 2024, slightly falling short of the forecasted 3.0%. However, solid growth in personal consumption and high sales figures confirm consumer activity, which may support the US dollar as part of today’s USDJPY forecast.

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[Vlad RF]

EURUSD undergoes a correction ahead of a key US employment report

The EURUSD rate is falling after rebounding from the 1.0885 resistance level. Find out more in our analysis for 1 November 2024.

EURUSD forecast: key trading points

• US initial jobless claims fell to their lowest level since May, coming in at 216,000
• Traders forecast gains of 113,000 jobs in the employment report
• US personal income rose by 0.3% in September 2024, with spending increasing by 0.5%
• On an annual basis, growth in US personal consumption expenditures slowed to the lowest level since February 2021
• EURUSD forecast for 1 November 2024: 1.0922 and 1.0960

Fundamental analysis

The EURUSD rate declines after rising for four days. Investors are focused on the upcoming US employment report, which is expected to confirm the resilience of the US economy ahead of the Federal Reserve monetary policy meeting and the presidential election.

The US employment statistics for October close the current trading week, and traders expect 113,000 jobs to be created. However, recent natural disasters may affect the final reading, increasing the likelihood of deviation from forecasts. A muted market reaction to the report will help the EURUSD maintain its current trend as part of today’s forecast.

Meanwhile, US initial jobless claims unexpectedly fell to their lowest level since May. The number of Americans who first applied for unemployment benefits decreased by 12,000 to 216,000, while analysts predicted an increase to 230,000 on average.

Additionally, in September 2024, US personal income rose by 0.3% from August, while spending by Americans increased by 0.5%. Last month, the PCE index was up 0.2% compared to the previous month. The annual index growth rate slowed to 2.1%, marking the lowest since February 2021. This indicates potentially easing inflation, which may impact the Federal Reserve’s future monetary policy decisions.

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[Vlad RF]

USDJPY rose: a crucial week begins

The USDJPY pair is undergoing a correction, with the US dollar retreating ahead of the US presidential election. Find out more in our analysis for 4 November 2024.

USDJPY forecast: key trading points

• The USDJPY pair declines
• Safe-haven assets are in demand this week
• USDJPY forecast for 4 November 2024: 151.00 and 150.80

Fundamental analysis

The USDJPY rate fell to 151.75 on Monday.

The Japanese yen has gained an opportunity to strengthen while the US dollar retreats in anticipation of this week’s US presidential election. The next five business days will be tense, with the US presidential campaign nearing its conclusion and the upcoming US Federal Reserve meeting. The market will require strength and safe-haven assets.

The Federal Reserve is expected to lower the interest rate by 25 basis points.

Last week, the Bank of Japan left its interest rate unchanged at 0.25% per annum. The central bank is pausing a series of adjustments in monetary conditions as it assesses the risks of a political imbalance in Japan. This adds to the uncertainty regarding the country’s fiscal policy. The interest rate may change in January, but several key economic indicators will be released by then.

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