Free Trial

EUR/USD trades unchanged at ~$1.1685,...>

EURO-DOLLAR
EURO-DOLLAR: EUR/USD trades unchanged at ~$1.1685, operating within a 20 pip
range.
- The pair hasn't reacted to reported comments from Bundesbank chief Weidmann,
with Handelsblatt sources suggesting that the head of the BBK warned the German
government of rising economic risks back on July 06. The paper also noted that
Weidmann stated "the government would have to step in when the next downturn
hits as it will take so long for the European Central Bank's monetary policy to
normalise that it would have little scope to act." The comments provided little
fresh insight, with Weidmann a known hawk, while the Bundesbank cut its domestic
growth forecast back in June.
- The pair's follow through above the 55-DMA ($1.1733) was lacking last week and
resulted in a dip back towards the $1.1589 support. Bears now need a close below
this level to initially pressure 2018 lows. Bulls now need a close above the
July 09 high ($1.1790). Final Eurozone June CPI data will hit on Wednesday, with
the EZ docket somewhat subdued this week.
- Nearby FX option expiries of note at today's 10AM NY cut: $1.1670-80(E1.68bn).
MNI London Bureau | +44 0203-865-3809 | anthony.barton@marketnews.com
MNI London Bureau | +44 0203-865-3809 | anthony.barton@marketnews.com

To read the full story

Close

Why MNI

MNI is the leading provider

of intelligence and analysis on the Global Fixed Income, Foreign Exchange and Energy markets. We use an innovative combination of real-time analysis, deep fundamental research and journalism to provide unique and actionable insights for traders and investors. Our "All signal, no noise" approach drives an intelligence service that is succinct and timely, which is highly regarded by our time constrained client base.

Our Head Office is in London with offices in Chicago, Washington and Beijing, as well as an on the ground presence in other major financial centres across the world.