Analysis of transactions and tips for trading GBP/USD
The test of 1.0963 occurred when the MACD line fell from zero, provoking a sell signal that resulted in a price decrease of over 40 pips. Strong inflation data from the US also contributed to the pair's decline.
Contrary to expectations, prices rose in December, leading to a rise in dollar and a fall in pound. However, by the start of today's European session, the situation leveled out, and pound managed to return to its previous position. The upcoming data on the UK's GDP, industrial production volume, construction volume, and service sector activity index may bring back pressure on the pair if the figures come out disappointing. On the other hand, if the numbers exceed expectations, GBP/USD will rise.
For long positions:
Buy when pound hits 1.2778 (green line on the chart) and take profit at the price of 1.2819 (thicker green line on the chart). Growth will occur after strong economic data for the UK.
When buying, ensure that the MACD line lies above zero or just starts to rise from it. Pound can also be bought after two consecutive price tests of 1.2752, but the MACD line should be in the oversold area as only by that will the market reverse to 1.2778 and 1.2819.
For short positions:
Sell when pound reaches 1.2752 (red line on the chart) and take profit at the price of 1.2717. Pressure will return amid weak data and lack of activity around the daily high.
When selling, ensure that the MACD line lies below zero or drops down from it. Pound can also be sold after two consecutive price tests of 1.2778, but the MACD line should be in the overbought area as only by that will the market reverse to 1.2752 and 1.2717.
What's on the chart:
Thin green line - entry price at which you can buy GBP/USD
Thick green line - estimated price where you can set Take-Profit (TP) or manually fix profits, as further growth above this level is unlikely.
Thin red line - entry price at which you can sell GBP/USD
Thick red line - estimated price where you can set Take-Profit (TP) or manually fix profits, as further decline below this level is unlikely.
MACD line- it is important to be guided by overbought and oversold areas when entering the market
Important: Novice traders need to be very careful when making decisions about entering the market. Before the release of important reports, it is best to stay out of the market to avoid being caught in sharp fluctuations in the rate. If you decide to trade during the release of news, then always place stop orders to minimize losses. Without placing stop orders, you can very quickly lose your entire deposit, especially if you do not use money management and trade large volumes.
And remember that for successful trading, you need to have a clear trading plan. Spontaneous trading decision based on the current market situation is an inherently losing strategy for an intraday trader.
