EUR/USD Outlook: Uncertainty Looms Amid ECB Dovish Bets
- EUR/USD struggles at 1.0870, retreats to 1.0850.
- Eurozone’s economic growth remains modest.
- US Dollar’s fate tied to presidential elections.
The EUR/USD pair faces challenges as it fails to break above 1.0870 and slips back to 1.0850 in Monday’s European session. The looming uncertainty stems from dovish bets on the European Central Bank (ECB) continuing to ease interest rates, potentially pushing the pair towards its 11-week low near 1.0800 set last week.
Eurozone Economic Growth:
Expectations for modest economic growth in the Eurozone persist amidst inflationary pressures below the ECB’s 2% target. The likelihood of the ECB cutting borrowing rates further in December remains high due to these economic dynamics.
Market Expectations:
Market participants anticipate ECB’s dovish stance, reinforced by the downward revision of price growth to 1.9% for next year. ECB President Christine Lagarde’s upcoming speech will provide more clarity on the interest rate outlook, influencing investor sentiments.
Market Movers: USD’s Impact on EUR/USD
- USD poised for upside momentum post-technical correction.
- Fed likely to pursue gradual interest rate cuts.
- Economic data suggests economic resilience in the US.
- US presidential elections add volatility to USD’s fate.
The US Dollar Index (DXY) hit an 11-week high near 104.00 last week, indicating a strong USD outlook. Market expectations of a gradual interest rate cut path by the Federal Reserve (Fed) further support USD’s strength, with data pointing towards economic resilience in the US. However, volatility may arise from the upcoming presidential elections.
Technical Analysis: EUR/USD Support and Resistance
EUR/USD holds support at 1.0800 but trades below the 200-day EMA at 1.0900, signaling uncertainty. The bearish reversal post-Double Top formation below 1.1000 adds to the downside pressure, with RSI indicating strong bearish momentum. Key levels to watch include 1.0750 support and 1.1000 resistance.
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