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Daily Review 14/12/2009

by SamIam on Dec.14, 2009, under Daily forex review

USD Dollar (USD)

The Dollar continued rallying versus most majors on Friday after Retail Sales and Michigan\’s Consumer Sentiment came out stronger than expected signaling economy is recovering improving Fed Rate Outlook. NASDAQ ended almost flat with -0.03% change and Dow Jones gained by 0.63%. Crude weakened by -1.39% dropping below 70$ for the first time since October closing at 69.87$ a barrel and Gold (XAU) dropped by -0.91% closing at 1114.55$ an ounce on a stronger Dollar. No economic data expected today.

EURO (EUR)

The Euro continued falling versus the Dollar reaching a 2 month low below the 1.46 support level as better economic data in the US led investors to expect a near rate increase. Ireland and Greece are facing major debt concerns that may lead to their exit from the Euro-Zone. Overall, EUR/USD traded with a low of 1.4586 and with a high of 1.4776. Today, Industrial Production is expected with -0.6% versus 0.3% prior.

EUR/USD – Last: 1.4620

Resistance

1.4700

1.4775

1.4825

Support

1.4585

1.4535

1.4470

British Pound (GBP)

The Pound dropped slightly versus the Dollar after PPI Input and Output came out weaker than the forecast. The UK budget deficit keeps growing as the government keeps spending money to spur the economy preventing the Pound from gaining back. Overall, GBP/USD traded with a low of 1.6196 and a high of 1.6338. Today, RICS House Price Balance is expected with 39% versus 34% prior.

GBP/USD – Last: 1.6200

Resistance

1.6275

1.6340

1.6380

Support

1.6160

1.6120

Japanese Yen (JPY)

The Yen weakened versus the Dollar and the Euro as economic conditions improve and a future rate increase in the U.S seems more likely. Overall, USD/JPY traded with a low of 88.26 and a high of 89.81 and EUR/JPY traded with a low of 129.97 and a high of 131.59. No economic data expected today.

USD/JPY-Last: 88.40

Resistance

89.30

89.85

90.10

Support

88.25

88.00

87.75

Canadian Dollar (CAD)

The Canadian Dollar weakened versus the Dollar as Crude dropped beneath 70$ a barrel on stronger Dollar sending the high yield commodity related Australian and Canadian Dollar lower. Overall, USD/CAD traded with a low of 1.0484 and a high of 1.0623. No major economic data expected today.

USD/CAD – Last: 1.0610

Resistance

1.0630

1.0650

1.0690

Support

1.0540

1.0500

1.0480

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Various types of Indicators that have proved to be the reasons for bringing a change in the nation’s economy

by SamIam on Dec.11, 2009, under Forex trading

As you all know there are quite a large number of factors that have a solid affect on the market of FOREX trading. It is really very vital as well as critical to be acquainted with and to possess basic level of understanding for some of the various factors that are responsible for the fluctuations occurring in the FOREX market from one day to another day. The trading market of foreign exchange undergoes a crucial change depending up on the certain economic factors that play a pivotal role for changing the price of certain pairs of currency.

Large numbers of Economic factors as well as trading indicators are being released from time to time by some of the government or by some of the highly reputed private organizations that can actually take a deep look at the economic performances. These indicators of trading can be made to put into use of analyzing performances of the economy of any country. The reports on the economic condition of the country are the ones that measure an economic health of a particular country, in addition to the various policies and current events of government.

For most of the part of FOREX trading, a highly reputable broker is used in order to pay attention at some of the economic indicators and to know that which all trades will be best for a specific trader. Reports on these various types of trading indicators are being released at planned and scheduled times and they can actually tell that whether a certain country is experiencing any sort of enhancement in the economy or if the economy of a particular country is on the verge of declining. When the price of a currency fluctuates, the price of a great deal that has to be signed can also be affected.

Existing number of actions and the condition of the economy of any given country is believed to be as one of the most important type of economic indicator which is used at the time of analyzing the FOREX market. Other crucial Factors such as the rate of unemployment, statistics of housing and the in progress state of a country’s administration can have a major affect in bringing about a change in the scenario of FOREX market. When a particular nation is feeling really very optimistic about the ongoing state of interactions in their country, then the prices of the FOREX currency is surely going to reflect this particular trait. All the factors even the minutest one related to the financial market of a country, can actually prove to be as one of the influential factor in bringing a change in the market value of FOREX.

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Daily Review 11/12/2009

by SamIam on Dec.11, 2009, under Daily forex review

USD Dollar (USD)

The Dollar traded with a narrow range versus most majors as mixed data was released in the US. The initial Jobless claims rose by 17K coming at 474K but the trade balance deficit in the U.S. unexpectedly narrowed in October to -32.9B as rebounding economies overseas and a weaker dollar pushed exports up for a sixth consecutive month. NASDAQ and Dow Jones rose by 0.33% and 0.67% respectively, following the trade balance. Crude oil decreased by 0.2% closing at 70.54$ a barrel. The oil traded the first time this month below 70$. Gold (XAU) rose by 0.5% closing at 1125.7$ an ounce. Today, Retail Sales is expected at 0.6% vs. 1.4% previously and Michigan Consumer Sentiment is expected at 69.1 vs. 67.4.

EURO (EUR)

The Euro rose slightly versus the Dollar after European Central Bank President Jean- Claude Trichet said he will withdraw stimulus measures in a faster pace than economists anticipated, clearing the way for higher interest rate next year. Overall, EUR/USD traded with a low of 1.4682 and with a high of 1.4760. Today, ECB President Trichet Speaks.

EUR/USD – Last: 1.4725

Resistance

1.4760

1.4866

1.4900

Support

1.4675

British Pound (GBP)

The Pound stayed almost unchanged versus the Dollar and the Euro after The Bank of England stuck to its plan to buy as much as 200 billion pounds in bonds and held the interest rate at a record low of 0.5%. Overall, GBP/USD traded with a low of 1.6213 and with a high of 1.6346. Today, PPI Input is expected at 0.6% vs. 2.6% prior.

GBP/USD – Last: 1.6312

Resistance

1.6346

1.6472

1.6660

Support

1.6230

1.6167

Japanese Yen (JPY)

The Yen declined against the Dollar and Euro, as U.S. continuing claims for unemployment benefits fell to a nine-month low, encouraging demand for higher-yielding assets. Overall, USD/JPY traded with a low of 87.73 and with a high of 88.45.No important data is expected today.

USD/JPY-Last: 88.70

Resistance

89.17

89.60

Support

87.72

87.36

Canadian dollar (CAD)

The Canadian Dollar strengthened for a second day versus the Dollar, touching the strongest level this week as stocks gained and the nation unexpectedly posted a trade surplus. Trade Balance came out better than expected at 0.4B vs. -0.6B forecast. Overall, USD/CAD traded with a low of 1.0478 and with a high of 1.0582. Today, NHPI the previous data came out at 0.5%.

CAD/USD – Last: 1.0512

Resistance

1.0550

1.0590

1.0648

Support

1.0482

1.0433

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Importance of Forex education

by SamIam on Dec.10, 2009, under Forex trading

Here is a story about a group of Forex traders who succeeded in making millions of dollars in just couple of weeks. The more interesting part in the story is how they achieved the success. If one studies this then he shall surely know how to achieve the success. Let us have a look at the Forex education.

This story is about a demonstration by famous Forex trader Richard Dennis. He wanted to prove that anybody could be a successful Forex trader with the help of proper Forex education. He gathered some people and taught them Forex trading in just two weeks. The people were ordinary or regular one.  They were a security guard, a high school passed kid, a female auditor. However after the 14 days training period they made a spectacular success and won around $100 million in 4 years or so.

The question in front of everybody after reading this should be that how this could have happened. The answer to this is as given below.

These prospective Forex traders were asked to learn a simple method which was long term trend with the help of a system which had good money management factors. The method was based on breakout methodology. There was no complex step involved in the trade. Everything was simple and robust. Thus it achieved the success. The speed by which the students learned the technique was also appreciable.

Most of the Forex traders who lose is generally because they get wrong foundation of the Forex trading or Forex education. They do not obey the rules. Most of the Forex traders do not have the discipline to do the business. This lack of discipline makes them neglect the rules laid by the system.

Discipline is hard to get in but it is not impossible. It can be done with good dedication towards the Forex trading. If one accepts the losses in this business then he must see that the losses are kept small. Many Forex traders do not do this in the greed of getting more returns. Thus the losses become bigger in this way.

Mr. Dennis understood this and asked his pupil to keep the losses small if the trades are lost more instead of winning them. The pupils did this. They committed that it was difficult to stay disciplined in many situations but they stood by the system as asked by their tutor. Thus they got rewarded for that. One should learn a simple system and gain confidence of winning out of that. The discipline is also as important thing that one should take care of.

Many Forex traders think that it is Forex market that causes failure for trader. But actually it is the Forex trader himself who is responsible for his own failure. If one has a desire to make success in this field then surely he can do it.

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Daily Review 10/12/2009

by SamIam on Dec.10, 2009, under Daily forex review

USD Dollar (USD)

The Dollar was mixed versus the majors after Inventories at U.S. wholesalers rose in October for the first time in more than a year, signaling companies are picking up the pace of orders as the economy shows signs of improvement. NASDAQ and Dow Jones strengthened by 0.5% respectively. Crude Oil fell by 2.7% after the report showed that Crude inventories fell by 3.8 million barrels and Crude price closed at 70.64$ a barrel after oil inventories showed a rise. Gold(XAU) fell by 2% closing at 1120.4$ an ounce. Today, Trade Balance is expected at -36.9B vs. -36.5B prior. Unemployment Claims is expected to rise from 457K to 463K. Federal Budget Balance is expected at -136B vs. -176.4B prior.

EURO (EUR)

The Euro gained slightly versus the Dollar after U.S. stocks rose modestly, reviving demand for higher-yielding assets. Overall, EUR/USD traded with a low of 1.4668 and with a high of 1.4782. Today, ECB Monthly Bulletin will be released and ECB President Trichet will speak at the University of Cambridge.

EUR/USD – Last: 1.4703

Resistance

1.4782

1.49

1.5090

Support

1.4675

1.46

British Pound (GBP)

The Pound decreased versus the Dollar and Euro as the U.K.’s Treasury is expected to raise 550 million pounds targeting payouts at banks in the next few months and another 3 billion pounds from incomes earned after April 2011. Overall, GBP/USD traded with a low of 1.6167 and with a high of 1.6375. Today, MPC Rate Statement is expected to leave the Interest Rate unchanged at 0.5%. Asset Purchase Facility is expected to stay unchanged at 200B in case it will be higher the Pound is expected to drop.

GBP/USD – Last: 1.6254

Resistance

1.6350

1.6515

1.6670

Support

1.6165

1.61

Japanese Yen (JPY)

The Yen continued to strengthen versus the Dollar after Japanese stocks fell the most in 8 days. Core Machinery Orders came out as expected with -4.5%. Overall USD/JPY traded with a low of 87.36 and with a high of 88.7. No economic data expected today.

USD/JPY-Last: 87.86

Resistance

88.5

89.2

90.1

Support

87.35

87

86.6

Canadian dollar (CAD)

The Canadian Dollar strengthened against the Dollar amid speculation that yesterday’s decline to the lowest level in almost two weeks went too far. Overall, USD/CAD traded with a low of 1.0514 and with a high of 1.0661. Today, Trade Balance is expected at -0.6B vs. -0.9B prior.

CAD/USD – Last: 1.0568

Resistance

1.0590

1.0650

1.0670

Support

1.0533

1.0485

1.0433

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Information is wealth in forex trading

by SamIam on Dec.09, 2009, under Forex trading

While you are forex trading you should always watch out for the stats and the information that the analysts provide as this might be very useful for you to attain success. The forex market handles liquid cash and it is always open as it is a worldwide market. You can take back your investment when you want to as it handles liquid cash. The forex market generates a very high amount of currency exchange. It almost generates around two trillion dollars on a daily basis.
In the forex market, all information plays an important role, even the news so its better if we could hire all these people. Even if your talented enough to read the charts, it is always better to deploy a guy who is experienced at it as there is just too much information and indicators that one can handle.

Some forex investors even get into debt and bankruptcy. The market is open always and so there  is no centralized location for it, as there is someone who is always buying or selling in the market. Everyone cant be expected to take the right decision always but they have to take the right decision more often than not as it involves their money which is at stake. The decision that they take determines whether the win or lose money.

A successful investor needs information about the market in order to reap success. Even if the investor is highly skilled and has good knowledge about the forex trade, he can not do away with information that is very essential. It is advised to always have a technical or a fundamental analyst who can analyze the charts and the stats for you as this gives you an edge over the other investors.

There are various investors who have lost a lot of money in this forex trade. The winning or losing of money depends on the decision taken by the investors. The technical or fundamental analysts help you to read the charts better and thereby presenting you an opportunity of winning a lot of money. All these information provided by them helps you to decide on what currency to and at what time. The trend is analyzed by these analysts and they tell you the exact time to sell or buy to maximize your profits.

The forex market can really help you to make a lot of money. As the currency value constantly keeps oscillating. The investor needs to take the decision of selling or buying at the right time. The verdict of the charts is to be verified before the decision is made as this proves to be very vital.

After the information is got from the charts and stats, the decision should be formulated and taken at the right time. The information helps you but your decision determines whether you win or lose money.

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Daily Review 09/12/2009

by SamIam on Dec.09, 2009, under Daily forex review

USD Dollar (USD)

The Dollar continued gaining versus most majors as investors turned to the Safe Haven of the Dollar as the global economy keeps struggling to end the recession. President Obama called for more federal spending to fight the unemployment. IBD/TIPP Economic Optimism was out weaker with 46.8 versus 49.5 expected. NASDAQ and Dow Jones dropped by -0.76% and -1.00% respectively as the Dollar strengthened. Crude weakened by -1.23% closing at 73.02$ a barrel and Gold (XAU) fell by -2.87% closing at 1130$ an ounce on a stronger Dollar. Today, Wholesale Inventories are expected with -0.6% versus -0.9% prior.

EURO (EUR)

The Euro continued falling versus the Dollar, breaking below the 1.48 support level. German Industrial Production came out weaker with -1.8% versus 1.1% expected and sent equity markets to declines. Overall, EUR/USD traded with a low of 1.4680 and with a high of 1.4867. French Non-Farm Payrolls will be released at night and are expected to remain with 0% change. ECB Monthly Report will also be released at night giving outlooks for various economic issues.

EUR/USD – Last: 1.4699

Resistance

1.4735

1.4896

1.5090

Support

1.4668

British Pound (GBP)

The Pound dropped versus the Dollar after Manufacturing Production came out short with 0% versus 0.5% expected. NIESR GDP Estimate came out 0.2% versus -0.4% prior. Overall, GBP/USD traded with a low of 1.6255 and a high of 1.6476. Today, Trade Balance is expected with -6.9B versus -7.2B prior.

GBP/USD – Last: 1.6190

Resistance

1.6311

1.6515

1.6670

Support

1.6180

Japanese Yen (JPY)

The Yen gained versus the Dollar and the Euro as risk appetite continued to wane and investors seek the safety of the Yen. Final GDP came out weaker with 0.3% versus 0.8% expected. Overall, USD/JPY traded with a low of 88.16 and a high of 89.51 and EUR/JPY traded with a low of 129.64 and a high of 132.71. Today, Core Machinery Orders are expected with -4.4% versus 10.5% prior.

USD/JPY-Last: 88.00

Resistance

89.17

90.10

90.77

Support

88

87.65

87

Canadian Dollar (CAD)

The Canadian Dollar weakened versus the Dollar as Bank of Canada left the Interest Rate unchanged at 0.25% and Commodity prices continued to weaken lowering the high yielding currency\’s appeal. Housing Starts came out 159K as expected. Overall, USD/CAD traded with a low of 1.0485 and a high of 1.0670. No economic data expected today.

USD/CAD – Last: 1.0647

Resistance

1.0670

Support

1.0611

1.0595

1.0487

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Forex and other markets – a comparison

by SamIam on Dec.08, 2009, under Forex trading

Basically, you got two types of market, based on investments. One is the share market and the other one is the currency trading or the Forex market. Both do not have the same principles. If you have enough money to move in, the stock market is better. But it is quite important to know what it contains and how to move upon it. Currency trading market is not as complicated as the stock market but yet, a serious market to be considered for investment returns.

There are some prime reasons why the Forex market is strong enough and people flock over it. The Forex market is open 24 hours. Other stock markets operate only during specific time in a day. Investors can react to specific changes at specific time with respect to the change in trend. Since the market runs for 24 hours, it gives much possibility to sell or buy currencies anytime.
Traders can operate their account anytime. The brokers give them access to their accounts. They can be monitored from anywhere. You don’t have to go to the trading offices to monitor them. This accountability is the most important advantage of Forex trade.

They are purely liquid in nature. We can do away the traditional costs add up to your bill and concentrate on the spreads. The spreads here are usually smaller than the spreads in the other markets. Leverages are also one of the biggest advantages. They are more unlike the other markets. They give you chances to trade up to hundred times of what you have got upon it. The brokers can give you a lot of options and the practice of forex trade can be even healthier than any other markets.

The prices at times seem to be very stable. There are many chances that you get what you saw long back. Though it is a fact that the prices may vary, the possibilities of loosing are less, when analyzed and monitored completely.  Stable prices can make your transaction, feel comfortable.

Transparency is another added advantage. All you do is through electronic media a you get to know what is happening immediately as a transaction takes place. It has become easier to do what you like and do when you like and interestingly, everything is under your control.
Stable profit chances are also higher when two currencies are involved. If you pick up the right currency for trade, you literally don’t have to worry about the market up and down or the trading allowances rising or lowering.  Forex is considered to perfect competitor to all other stock based markets for many of the above said reasons. When you are wise enough and cool at analyzing, it is sure that you will win.

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Daily Review 08/12/2009

by SamIam on Dec.08, 2009, under Daily forex review

USD Dollar (USD)

The Dollar continued Friday’s momentum and gained versus most majors after no major news was released. Chairman Bernanke said the weak employment and tight credit will cause a slow expansion. NASDAQ and Dow Jones ended almost flat moving by -0.22% and 0.01% respectively after Chairman Bernanke said it is too early to declare the recovery will last. Crude weakened by -1.96% closing at 73.99$ a barrel as OPEC ministers flag steady output and Gold (XAU) dropped by -0.22% closing at 1158.8$ an ounce on a stronger Dollar. Today, IBD/TIPP Economic Optimism is expected with 49.5 versus 47.9 prior.

EURO (EUR)

The Euro reached a monthly low versus the Dollar breaking below the 1.48 support level but unable to keep below it. The pair has crossed and remained below the 50 day moving average for the first time in 8 months supporting the Dollar rebound. German Factory Orders came out weaker with -2.1% versus 0.6% expected. Overall, EUR/USD traded with a low of 1.4755 and with a high of 1.4904. Today, German Industrial Production is expected with 1.1% versus 2.7% prior.

EUR/USD – Last: 1.4840

Resistance

1.4900

1.4970

1.5020

Support

1.4775

1.4735

1.4685

British Pound (GBP)

The Pound remained unchanged versus the Dollar and gained slightly versus the Euro as investors await Wednesday announcements from Bank of England. Overall, GBP/USD traded with a low of 1.6312 and a high of 1.6515. Today, Manufacturing Production is expected with 0.5% versus 1.7% prior. Industrial Production is expected with 0.5% versus 1.6% prior. NIESR GDP estimate will be released.

GBP/USD – Last: 1.6460

Resistance

1.6500

1.6550

1.6600

Support

1.6390

1.6330

1.6275

Japanese Yen (JPY)

The Yen gained versus the Dollar as slight declines in world markets along with the Dollar rally lowered risk appetite. Japanese Current Account came out weaker with 1.38T versus 1.6T expected. M2 Money Stock came out weaker with 3.3% versus 3.5% expected. Overall, USD/JPY traded with a low of 89.04 and a high of 90.42 and EUR/JPY traded with a low of 132.36 and a high of 134.36. Today, Final GDP is expected with 0.8% versus 1.2% prior.

USD/JPY-Last: 89.35

Resistance

89.75

90.10

90.75

Support

89.00

88.50

88.00

Canadian Dollar (CAD)

The Canadian Dollar gained versus the Dollar after Building Permits jumped by 18% versus 1.1% expected. Overall, USD/CAD traded with a low of 1.0482 and a high of 1.0649. Today, Bank of Canada will announce the Interest Rate Decision expected to remain at 0.25%. Housing Starts are expected with 159K versus 157K prior.

USD/CAD – Last: 1.051

Resistance

1.0585

1.0645

1.0690

Support

1.0480

1.0450

1.0430

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Daily Review 07/12/2009

by SamIam on Dec.07, 2009, under Daily forex review

USD Dollar (USD)

The Dollar rallied versus all majors after Nonfarm Payrolls came out better than expected with -11K versus -119K expected and -111 K prior. The reverse correlation between U.S economic data and the Dollar prices seems to have ended. The U.S jobs market is improving and the Federal Reserve is expected to raise the rates if the improvement continues. Unemployment Rate came out 10% versus 10.2% expected and prior. NASDAQ and Dow Jones gained by 0.98% and 0.22% respectively after the better employment data. Crude weakened by -1.29% closing at 75.76$ a barrel and Gold (XAU) dropped by -3.99% closing at 1160.2$ an ounce on stronger Dollar and weaker inflation fears. Today, Federal Reserve Chairman Bernanke will speak in Washington. Consumer Credit is expected with -9.6B versus -14.8B prior.

EURO (EUR)

The Euro fell as the Dollar rallied after Nonfarm Payrolls data showed a massive improvement raising expectations for a rate increase in the Dollar, lowering the demand for the Euro. Overall, EUR/USD traded with a low of 1.4821 and with a high of 1.5090. Today, German Factory Orders are expected with 0.6% versus 0.9% prior. ECB President Trichet will speak in Brussels.

EUR/USD – Last: 1.4870

Resistance

1.4925

1.4970

1.5000

Support

1.4800

1.4765

1.4735

British Pound (GBP)

The Pound slid versus the Dollar after the better than expected employment data in the U.S raised expectation for a future rate increase in the Dollar. Overall, GBP/USD traded with a low of 1.6422 and a high of 1.6673. Today, Halifax House Price Index is expected with 40.50 versus 40.90 prior.

GBP/USD – Last: 1.6470

Resistance

1.6525

1.6590

1.6620

Support

1.6390

1.6357

1.6275

Japanese Yen (JPY)

The Yen plunged versus the Dollar and the Euro after better than expected U.S employment data led to less demand for the Yen as a Safe Haven as economic conditions improved. Overall, USD/JPY traded with a low of 87.99 and a high of 90.76 and EUR/JPY traded with a low of 132.49 and a high of 134.56. Today, Japanese Current Account is expected with 1.6T versus 1.34T prior. M2 Money Stock is expected with 3.5% versus 3.3% prior.

USD/JPY-Last: 90.25

Resistance

90.75

91.35

91.65

Support

89.70

89.154

88.75

Canadian Dollar (CAD)

The Canadian Dollar remained almost unchanged versus the Dollar after better than expected employment data in the U.S and Canada left the pair unchanged. Canadian Unemployment Rate came out 8.5% versus 8.6% expected and Employment Change showed a surprising rise of 79.1K more workers versus 15K expected. Overall, USD/CAD traded with a low of 1.0433 and a high of 1.0595. Today, Building Permits are expected to rise by 1.1% versus 1.6% prior.

CAD/USD – Last: 1.0565

Resistance

1..0615

1.0645

1.0690

Support

1.0515

1.0480

1.0460

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