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Forex Weekly Outlook May 23 – 27

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The various economic data released last week from the U.S. shows an improved economy, especially the consumer price index that rose 0.4 percent in April and 1.6 percent year-on-year. While this is a good news, it is yet uncertain if it’s enough for Fed to increase borrowing cost when job creation is still struggling and gasoline cost rising with oil prices. But with the U.S. dollar renew demands, I have narrowed down pairs I will be looking at this week to EURUSD, GBPUSD and AUDUSD.

EURUSD

Currently, the euro-area is struggling with the possibility of Britain exit from the European Union. This couple with weak manufacturing sector amid global slowdown has created too many uncertainties around the single currency, and as the June referendum draws closer demand is expected to drop as most investors will like to know the out-come of the June vote before making a long-term commitment.

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Now to the chart, three weeks ago, eurusd weekly candlestick closed as rejection after reaching 1.1615, and failed again two weeks ago to sustain 1.1338 support level established since January 18th, hence, reaching 1.1178 price level. Its lowest price level in seven weeks. As long as new resistance level 1.1338 holds, I am bearish on EurUSd with 1.0925 as target.

GBPUSD

The pound jumped the most this year last week after polls showed brexit risks receding, but quickly lost half of its 331 pips gain immediately the officials of the Bank of England said even with positive outcome in June referendum. U.K. will still require additional stimulus to aid its economy.

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Another reason why I think this is a good set up is the chart. The last candlestick of last week, Friday’s candlestick closed bearish, giving us evening star pattern after Thursday’s spinning top rejection. Though its a volatile pair that requires certain monitoring, but trading it against a strong US dollar should give us around 150 pips from 1.4500 with 1.4350 as the target, provided price remains below 1.4500 price level.

AUDUSD

The Aussie dollar is worth looking into this week for several reasons, one its economic data failed to support its gains so far this year after inflation fell below the Reserve Bank of Australia target in the first quarter of the year, prompting Governor Glenn Stevens and its monetary committee to cut interest rates by 25 basis points. While the market thinks another 25 basis points cut will be needed to achieve the central bank target. The central bank has stepped forward to maintain its current outlook by leaving interest rates unchanged. A decision that creates more doubt about the state of the economy, and with Goldman Sachs Group Inc. kick-starting a process to sell $9 billion of its Australian asset arm. We can only expect more downfall of the currency in the days to come.

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The weekly time-frame confirmed rejection of higher prices with last week close, as long as price remain below 0.7379 I am bearish on Audusd but to minimize risk and maximize profit, it is advisable to wait for Reserve Bank of Australia Governor Glenn Stevens Speech due on Tuesday for a better entry while targeting 0.7092.

Last Week Recap

NUDUSD dropped 138 pips last week from the 0.6847 entry level, but has gained back 73 pips since last week Thursday even with negative Global Dairy Trade and Producer Price report, this week New Zealand trade balance report and annual Budget release are due. Hence, I will be looking to sell at a much better price level for 0.6771 that seems to be our new support, and then 0.6609 as explained last week. Provided 0.6847 resistance level still holds.

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USDCAD

Last week target was hit at 1.3142, but this week a sustainable close above 1.3142 resistance level is needed to confirm the continuation of trend for another 240 pips with 1.3382 as the target.

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GBPJPY

Fell short of 161.71 target by 9 pips after gaining 597 pips. This is week, I will stay aside while monitoring price actions and fundamental behind the pair as BOJ comments and England numerous issues from brexit to economic data could trigger volatility.

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A wonderful week to us all, and please drop comments.

 

 

Is the CEO/Founder of Investors King Limited. A proven foreign exchange research analyst and a published author on Yahoo Finance, Businessinsider, Nasdaq, Entrepreneur.com, Investorplace, and many more. He has over two decades of experience in global financial markets.

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Nigeria Hits Historic High as Currency in Circulation Surges to N3.69 Trillion

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Nigeria’s currency in circulation surged to a historic high of N3.69 trillion, according to data released by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN).

This figure represents an increase of N43.07 billion or 1.18 percent from the total of N3.65 trillion reported in January 2024 and a 13.64 percent year-on-year rise from N3.25 trillion reported in February 2023.

Currency in circulation encompasses the physical cash, including paper notes and coins, actively used in transactions between consumers and businesses within the country.

The latest statistics indicate a considerable uptick in the availability of cash within the Nigerian economy.

The surge in currency supply comes amidst lingering concerns over a potential cash crunch following the monetary policy adjustments by the CBN, particularly the aggressive tightening stance of the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC).

Analysts attribute this spike to various factors, including the fear factor stemming from the cash crunch experienced in 2023 and lingering uncertainties surrounding the administration of physical currency.

Despite the surge in currency in circulation, Nigeria’s economic growth remains sluggish, with projections indicating growth rates of around 2.9 percent to 3.1 percent for 2024.

Also, inflation remains a significant concern, with the headline inflation rate climbing to 31.70 percent in February 2024 from 29.9 percent reported in January 2024, according to data from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS).

The CBN’s proactive approach to monetary policy, including a historic increase in the monetary policy rate (MPR) to 24.75 percent, underscores the central bank’s commitment to addressing economic challenges and fostering stability amidst persistent pressures.

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Nigerian Naira Surges to N1,350 per Dollar in Parallel Market

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The Nigerian Naira has appreciated to N1,350 per dollar in the parallel market, a significant gain from its previous rate of N1,430 per dollar just a day earlier.

Similarly, in the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NAFEM), the naira strengthened to N1,382.95 per dollar, indicating an upward trend across key forex segments.

Data from FMDQ revealed that the indicative exchange rate for NAFEM fell to N1,382.95 per dollar from N1,408.04 per dollar on the previous day, representing a gain of N25.09 for the naira.

This surge in the naira’s value has widened the margin between the parallel market rate and NAFEM to N32.95 per dollar from N21.96 per dollar previously.

Analysts attribute this impressive surge to recent foreign exchange reforms implemented by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN).

These reforms, including the consolidation of exchange rate windows and liberalization of the FX market, have contributed to bolstering the naira’s strength against the dollar.

The CBN’s proactive measures aim to promote stability, transparency, and liquidity in the foreign exchange market, fostering confidence among investors and strengthening the national currency.

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CBN Governor Reveals $2.4 Billion Forex Forwards Under Investigation

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Governor Yemi Cardoso of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) disclosed that law enforcement agencies are currently investigating foreign exchange forwards valued at $2.4 billion.

This announcement came in the wake of the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting held in Abuja on Tuesday, March 26.

Governor Cardoso shed light on the meticulous forensic audit conducted on these transactions, which uncovered numerous discrepancies, rendering them ineligible for payment.

The CBN, while settling certain tranches of FX backlog, encountered transactions riddled with issues concerning their authenticity.

To address these concerns, Deloitte management consultants were enlisted to conduct a comprehensive forensic analysis spanning several months.

The audit revealed a multitude of irregularities, including allocations disbursed without corresponding requests, lack of proper documentation, and instances of outright illegality.

Cardoso emphasized the gravity of the situation, stating, “We refused to validate them because, apart from the fact that documentation was not satisfactory in many cases, they were outright illegal.”

He underscored the commitment of law enforcement agencies to investigate these transactions thoroughly.

Despite concerns about potential backlogs among stakeholders, Cardoso assured that the market remains open and transparent for addressing any outstanding contractual obligations.

The CBN has diligently verified and settled recognized backlogs of forward transactions.

This revelation comes at a critical juncture as Nigeria grapples with economic challenges, including inflationary pressures.

The MPC’s decision to raise the benchmark interest rate to 24.75 percent reflects efforts to stabilize prices and restore the purchasing power of the average Nigerian.

As investigations unfold and regulatory scrutiny intensifies, the CBN’s commitment to transparency and financial integrity will be closely monitored by stakeholders across the nation.

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