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No major breaks or extraordinary movements expected – Market Overview – November 26

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Miguel A. Rodriguez
Miguel A. Rodriguez
05 November 2022
On low-volume days like today, market participants trigger technical levels and consolidate on their existing positions

On holidays like today, in which market participation is significantly lower and in which bond futures are closed, investors have opted for a rotation movement in the stock markets, contrary to that of the last days, selling cyclical values ​​and returning to the technological ones.

It is a purely technical movement to close positions but, in a certain way, marginally influenced by the doubts that arise about the administration of vaccines, their level of acceptance by the population, the time in which they will be available ... etc. Also, yesterday's jobless-claim figure, which remains at high levels without any significant improvement, influences investors' uncertainty.

Keep in mind that the Federal Reserve changed its monetary policy objective from inflation to job creation. However, we have seen improvements in the Non-Farm Payroll figures, though it is still far from its final objective. If the number of jobless claims remains high, it may indicate lack of progress in job creation.

Even so, in the minutes of the last Federal Reserve meeting published yesterday afternoon, the majority of the FOMC members stated that it was not yet necessary to implement new measures of expansionary monetary policy, something that had been rumored in the market in recent weeks.  It is therefore improbable that they will act in the market and even less in an extraordinary meeting, as had been commented by some analysts.

Possible action by the Fed will therefore depend on the economic figures, in the first place, especially those for employment, and on the political progress regarding the approval of the fiscal stimulus plan.

Having known the content of the Fed minutes and being less "dovish" than expected, the US Dollar stopped its bearish path.

It caused EUR/USD to retreat from the maximum levels reached yesterday at 1.1940, the highest since the beginning of September, down to the previous resistance zone, 1.1900, which now and in the short-term acts as support.

In a broader technical scenario, 1.1940 can be considered the primary resistance whose overcoming could further advance the pair above 1.2000.

But this movement will largely depend on the ECB's decision at its next meeting in December. Many of the Governing Council members of the ECB are making statements in favor of expanding their current monetary stimulus programs and even incorporating new instruments.

The market will be waiting to know what these decisions are, which could put a brake on the Euro if carried out. But on the other hand, if the measures disappoint the market, with a Dollar still weak, the pair could overcome the resistance band of 1.1940-1.200, which would open the way to 1.2200.

This information/research prepared by Miguel A. Rodriguez does not take into account the specific investment objectives, financial situation, or particular needs of any particular person. The research analyst primarily responsible for the content of this research report, in part or in whole, certifies that the views about the companies and their securities expressed in this report accurately reflect his/her personal views and consequently any person acting on it does so entirely at their own risk.The research provided does not constitute the views of KW Investments Ltd nor is it an invitation to invest with KW Investments Ltd. The research analyst also certifies that no part of his/her compensation was, is, or will be, directly, or indirectly, related to specific recommendations or views expressed in this report.The research analyst in not employed by KW Investments Ltd. You are encouraged to seek advice from an independent financial adviser regarding the suitability of the investment, under a separate engagement, as you deem fit that conforms to your specific investment objectives, financial situation, or particular financial needs before making a commitment to invest. The laws of the Republic of Seychelles shall govern any claim relating to or arising from the contents of the information/ research provided. 

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Miguel A. Rodriguez
Miguel A. Rodriguez
Financial Writer

Miguel worked for major financial institutions such as Banco Santander, and Banco Central-Hispano. He is a published author of currency trading books.