GBP/USD Technical Analysis: January 18, 2017
There are high expectations that the Jobless Rate and Average Earnings will present green figures. Yesterday, bulls were able to take the driver’s seat in a moderate tone. The GBP/USD successfully fill the gap last Monday with the help of an extreme short-term rally.
The sterling pushed 1.2100 during the Asian hours and reached 1.2200 prior the opening session of Europe. The momentum of the pound became short-lived as the level were being tested. The price had tone down, however, continued to stick at the 1.2200 level. Meanwhile, the 4-hour chart presents the price escalated and test the 50-EMA. It continued to advance under the moving averages and resume to moved lower. The resistance hit the 1.2200 region, support is at 1.2100.
MACD strengthen which signaled weak position against the sellers. RSI stayed in a neutral stance.
Should the Cable close above 1.2200, a fresh bullish pressure is expected to see. While the daily close on top of 1.2200 bears further risk as the pair rise towards 1.2300. In case the barrier maintains the price, it has a tendency to be in the red again and renewed lows near 1.200.