Euro / U.S. Dollar
Short
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Thesis Analysis: Trade Ideas for EUR/USD - 21 Jan

A bearish medium-term structure yet showing the potential for a short-term reversal. Key levels at 1.0420–1.0450 (resistance) and 1.0300 (support) will determine the next leg of movement.

Bull Case (Reversal/Upward Scenario) - low probability

A break above the 1.0450 resistance zone would indicate bullish strength, potentially driven by USD weakness or Eurozone resilience.

Triggers:
  1. Economic catalysts favoring the Eurozone
  2. USD weakening due to dovish Federal Reserve comments or deteriorating U.S. economic data.


Trade Idea (Short-Term):
Entry: Buy EUR/USD on a breakout above 1.0450.
Stop-Loss: 1.0420 (below breakout zone).
Target: 1.0500.
Risk/Reward: ~1:2.
Rationale: A breakout invalidates bearish resistance, triggering short-covering and attracting fresh buyers.

Trade Idea (Medium-Term):
Entry: Buy dips into 1.0420–1.0430 post-breakout.
Stop-Loss: 1.0400.
Target: 1.0550.
Risk/Reward: ~1:3.
Rationale: Sustained breakout signals potential for an extended upward move, aligning with reversal momentum.

Bear Case (Continuation/Downward Scenario)

The prevailing medium-term downtrend is likely to persist, especially if resistance at 1.0420–1.0450 holds or a breakdown below 1.0300 materialises.

Triggers:
  1. Persistent Eurozone economic weakness (e.g., weak PMI or growth data).
  2. USD strength driven by rising U.S. Treasury yields or hawkish Federal Reserve actions.


Trade Idea (Short-Term):
Entry: Sell EUR/USD on resistance rejection at 1.0420.
Stop-Loss: 1.0460 (above resistance).
Target: 1.0350.
Risk/Reward: ~1:3.
Rationale: Resistance rejection indicates bearish control, presenting a low-risk shorting opportunity.

Trade Idea (Medium-Term):
Entry: Sell a breakout below 1.0300.
Stop-Loss: 1.0330.
Target: 1.0200.
Risk/Reward: ~1:3.
Rationale: A clear breakdown below key support aligns with the prevailing bearish trend, targeting the next significant support zone.
Trade closed: stop reached
Trade stop reached.

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