Wall Street Closes Higher Ahead of CPI

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 China's release of New Loans data indicating improvement, along with eased deflationary pressures, boosted the offshore yuan. This positivity also benefited Chinese proxy currencies like the Aussie dollar and New Zealand dollar, which continued to strengthen. Meanwhile, Wall Street closed higher, with Nasdaq leading the gains by over 1% on the previous night. The market is now looking ahead to the release of the U.S. Consumer Price Index (CPI) scheduled for Wednesday to gauge the Fed's next monetary policy moves. In another sphere, oil prices remained steady as investors await the European Central Bank (ECB) interest rate decision, expected to have an impact on oil prices, on Thursday.

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Current rate hike bets on 20th September Fed interest rate decision: 

Source: CME Fedwatch Tool

0 bps (93.0%) VS 25 bps (7.0%)   

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Market Movements

DOLLAR_INDX

The US Dollar took a step back in anticipation of pivotal US inflation data, prompting a wave of portfolio adjustments by investors seeking refuge from potential market turbulence. Despite widespread expectations that the US central bank will hold off on interest rate hikes this month, policymakers remain cautious about declaring victory over inflation. With monetary decisions closely tied to data, prudent investors are urged to maintain vigilance, continuously monitoring forthcoming US economic indicators to assess the trajectory of the US Dollar.

The dollar index is trading lower while currently testing the support level. MACD has illustrated increasing bearish momentum, while RSI is at 45, suggesting the index might extend its losses after breakout since the RSI stays below the midline. 

Resistance level: 105.25, 106.25

Support level: 104.25, 103.05

XAU/USD

The gold market continues to consolidate within a defined range, restrained by the absence of significant market drivers. Investor focus sharpens this week on key economic data releases. Wednesday's eagerly anticipated consumer price data and Thursday's revelations regarding producer prices and retail sales figures will serve as critical barometers, poised to exert significant influence on the several major asset classes.

Gold prices are trading lower following the prior retracement from the resistance level. MACD has illustrated diminishing bullish momentum, while RSI is at 46, suggesting the commodity might extend its losses since the RSI stays below the midline. 

Resistance level: 1930.00, 1950.00

Support level: 1910.00, 1885.00

EUR/USD

The euro has been gradually rising while the dollar is in a holding pattern, with investors awaiting the release of the crucial U.S. Consumer Price Index (CPI) scheduled for Wednesday. A strong CPI reading could prompt a more aggressive response from the Federal Reserve, potentially leading to a stronger dollar. Conversely, the European Central Bank (ECB) is expected to announce its interest rate decision on Thursday, and the market consensus is that the ECB will maintain its current interest rate level due to lacklustre economic growth in the eurozone.

EUR/USD has shown signs of a trend reversal after it consolidated at the strong support level of 1.0700 level. The RSI has gained above the 50 level while the MACD is breaking above the zero line, suggesting a bullish momentum is forming. 

Resistance level: 1.0970, 1.1235

Support level: 1.0690, 1.0540

AUD/USD

The Australian dollar managed to rebound from its lowest level since last November, which was partly due to the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) pausing its rate hike program due to the country's lacklustre economic performance. However, the Aussie dollar received a boost from optimistic economic data out of China that was released yesterday. This data, particularly the China New Loans figures, showed a significant improvement, signalling a potential revival in China's struggling economy. This positive news encouraged investors, and the Australian dollar traded higher as a result.

The Aussie dollar broke above its price consolidation range signalling a trend reversal for the pair. The RSI has been gaining while the MACD has broken above the zero line suggesting the bullish momentum is growing. 

Resistance level: 0.6500, 0.6610

Support level: 0.6370, 0.6200

USD/JPY

The Japanese yen experienced a dramatic surge as Bank of Japan (BoJ) Governor Kazuo Ueda raised expectations that the BoJ might consider departing from its negative interest rates policy, provided it can attain its inflation target. The Japanese Yen's trajectory is expected to be marked by heightened volatility, as market participants closely monitor any potential intervention by Japan to bolster the yen, especially after it weakened beyond the 145-per-dollar threshold last month.

USD/JPY is trading lower while currently testing the support level. However, MACD has illustrated diminishing bearish momentum, while RSI is at 46, suggesting the pair might experience technical correction since the RSI rebounded sharply from oversold territory. 

Resistance level: 147.75, 149.30

Support level: 146.25, 144.70

Nasdaq

US equity markets posted gains driven by optimism that the Federal Reserve will maintain its current interest rates during its upcoming meeting this month. This sentiment arises from the perception that the Fed is nearing the conclusion of its rate hike trajectory. Concurrently, US Treasury yields dipped, reflecting market sentiment that the Fed may conclude its monetary tightening cycle. Nevertheless, market volatilities persist in anticipation of critical US inflation data.

Nasdaq is trading higher while currently near the resistance level. MACD has illustrated diminishing bearish momentum, while RSI is at 59, suggesting the index might extend its gains toward resistance level since the RSI stays above the midline. 

Resistance level: 15780.00, 16585.00

Support level: 14610.00, 13660.00

BTC/USD

Bitcoin has experienced a significant drop in value, nearing a critical psychological support level at $25,000. This decline is primarily attributed to FTX's potential sale of digital assets through its bankruptcy proceedings. FTX holds bitcoin valued at $560 million, and if these digital assets are liquidated, it could trigger a substantial sell-off in the BTC market.

BTC is testing its crucial support level at $ 25000; a break below such level could serve as a solid bearish signal for BTC. The RSI has dipped its oversold zone while the MACD flows flat, suggesting the momentum for BTC is weak.

Resistance level: 26250, 27200

Support level: 25000, 24140

CL OIL

Oil prices retraced slightly from their 10-month highs following an impressive rally, prompted by Saudi Arabia and Russia's decision to extend voluntary supply cuts until year-end. The International Energy Agency and the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries are poised to release their monthly reports this week. Investors are closely monitoring these reports for insights into expected demand growth, particularly considering recent data suggesting a cooling trend in the vital Chinese economy.

Oil prices are trading higher while currently testing the resistance level. MACD has illustrated diminishing bearish momentum. RSI is at 57, suggesting the commodity might extend its gains after breakout since the RSI stays above the midline. 

Resistance level: 87.70, 92.30

Support level: 84.45, 81.25