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EUR/USD Mid-Day Outlook

Daily Pivots: (S1) 1.1521; (P) 1.1585; (R1) 1.1627; More

Intraday bias in EUR/USD remains neutral. Fall from 1.1917 is in progress for 1.1390 support. Break there will target 38.2% retracement of 1.0176 to 1.1917 at 1.1252. On the upside, above 1.1647 minor resistance will turn intraday bias neutral first. But risk will stay on the downside as long as 1.1778 resistance holds, in case of recovery.

In the bigger picture, rise from 1.0176 (2025 low) is seen as the third leg of the pattern from 0.9534 (2022 low). 100% projection of 0.9534 to 1.1274 from 1.0176 at 1.1916 was already met. For now, further rally will remain in favor as long as 1.1390 support holds, and firm break of 1.2000 psychological level will carry larger bullish implications. However, firm break of 1.1390 will suggest that rise from 1.0176 has already completed and bring deeper fall to 55 W EMA (now at 1.1265) and below.

GBP/USD Mid-Day Outlook

Daily Pivots: (S1) 1.3250; (P) 1.3334; (R1) 1.3389; More...

Intraday bias in GBP/USD remains on the downside, as fall from 1.3725 is in progress for 1.3140. Strong support is expected from there to bring rebound to complete the corrective pattern from 1.3787 high. On the upside, above 1.3341 minor resistance will turn intraday bias neutral again first.

In the bigger picture, rise from 1.0351 (2022 low) is still seen as a corrective move. Further rally could be seen to 61.8% projection of 1.0351 to 1.3433 (2024 high) from 1.2099 (2025 low) at 1.4004. But strong resistance could be seen from 1.4248 (2021 high) to limit upside. Sustained break of 55 W EMA (now at 1.3176) will argue that a medium term top has already formed and bring deeper fall back to 1.2099.

USD/CHF Mid-Day Outlook

Daily Pivots: (S1) 0.8019; (P) 0.8047; (R1) 0.8092; More

Intraday bias in USD/CHF remains on the upside at this point. Rise from 0.7828 is seen as correcting whole fall from 0.9200. Further rise should be seen to 0.8170 resistance. Firm break there will target 38.2% retracement of 0.9200 to 0.7828 at 0.8352. On the downside, below 0.8001 minor support will turn intraday bias neutral and bring consolidations first, before staging another rally.

In the bigger picture, long term down trend from 1.0342 (2017 high) is still in progress. Next target is 100% projection of 1.0146 (2022 high) to 0.8332 from 0.9200 at 0.7382. In any case, outlook will stay bearish as long as 0.8332 support turned resistance holds (2023 low).

USD/JPY Mid-Day Outlook

Daily Pivots: (S1) 152.40; (P) 152.81; (R1) 153.51; More...

Intraday bias in USD/JPY stays neutral and more consolidations could be seen below 153.26 temporary top. Downside should be contained above 149.95 resistance turned support to bring another rally. On the upside, above 153.26 will resume larger rise to 100% projection of 142.66 to 150.90 from 145.47 at 153.71. Firm break there will pave the way to 161.8% projection at 158.80.

In the bigger picture, current development suggests that corrective pattern from 161.94 (2024 high) has completed with three waves at 139.87. Larger up trend from 102.58 (2021 low) could be ready to resume through 161.94 high. On the downside, break of 145.47 support will dampen this bullish view and extend the corrective pattern with another falling leg.

USD/CAD Mid-Day Outlook

Daily Pivots: (S1) 1.3959; (P) 1.3996; (R1) 1.4059; More...

Intraday bias in USD/CAD is turned neutral again with current retreat. On the downside, firm break of 1.3930 support will indicate rejection by 1.4014/7 cluster resistance. That would keep the rebound from 1.3538 corrective, and turn bias to the downside for 1.3725 support. Nevertheless, sustained break of 1.4014/7 cluster resistance will suggest that USD/CAD Is already reversing the whole fall from 1.4719, and target 61.8% retracement at 1.4312.

In the bigger picture, price actions from 1.4791 medium term top could either be a correction to rise from 1.2005 (2021 low), or trend reversal. In either case, further decline is expected as long as 1.4014 cluster resistance (38.2% retracement of 1.4791 to 1.3538 at 1.4017) holds. However sustained trading above 1.4014 will suggest that it's more likely just a correction, and the larger up trend would be in favor to resume through 1.4791 at a later stage.

Loonie Rises on Strong Jobs Data, BoC Pressure Eases

Canadian Dollar strengthened notably in the early U.S. session after robust September employment data signaled that Canada’s economy was more resilient than anticipated in face of U.S. tariffs.. The upbeat data provided a welcome boost to the Loonie, which had already been one of the week’s top performers, and may prompt markets to reassess expectations for further rate cuts from the BoC later this month.

The strength of the report should ease pressure on the BoC ahead of its October 29 policy meeting. The central bank resumed rate cuts in September amid a softening labor market and persistent trade uncertainty, but the latest data point to renewed momentum, particularly in full-time employment and manufacturing. That may give policymakers room to pause and evaluate whether recent easing has already stabilized conditions.

The next major test will come from September CPI on October 21, which will help determine whether the recent easing has struck the right balance between supporting growth and containing inflation.

Meanwhile in Japan, political uncertainty returned to the spotlight as Sanae Takaichi’s premiership bid was thrown into doubt. The ruling LDP’s coalition partner Komeito announced its withdrawal from the alliance after disputes over the handling of a political funding scandal, ending a 26-year relationship. Komeito leader Tetsuo Saito said the party would not support Takaichi in the parliamentary vote expected later this month, leaving her leadership uncertain.

Takaichi called the decision “extremely regrettable,” vowing to continue efforts to form a government. The political split adds to the uncertainty surrounding Japan’s policy direction, particularly with Takaichi’s fiscally expansionary and dovish leanings toward monetary policy. Nonetheless, the Yen managed to stabilize, aided by verbal intervention from Japanese officials stressing that FX moves must reflect fundamentals.

Overall, Dollar remains the week’s strongest performer, followed by Loonie, which now has a chance to overtake if post-jobs momentum continues. Aussie remains third strongest. At the other end, Yen remains the weakest, with Euro and Sterling trailing just ahead. Swiss Franc and Kiwi are holding in the middle.

In Europe, at the time of writing, FTSE is up 0.03%. DAX is up 0.04%. CAC is up 0.01%. UK 10-year yield is down -0.062 at 4.687. Germany 10-year yield is down -0.031 at 2.671. Earlier in Asia, Nikkei fell -1.01%. Hong Kong HSI fell -1.73%. China Shanghai SSE fell -0.94%. Singapore Strait Times fell -0.30%. Japan 10-year JGB yield fell -0.001 to 1.696.

Canada jobs surge 60.4k in September, unemployment steady at 7.1%

Canada’s labor market delivered a strong upside surprise in September, with employment rising by 60.4k, well above expectations of just 2.8k. The gains were concentrated in manufacturing (+28k), health care and social assistance (+14k), and agriculture (+13k), while wholesale and retail trade saw a notable decline of -21k.

The report reinforces signs of resilience across key sectors even amid broader uncertainty over the impact of U.S. trade and tariff policies.

The data also showed a healthy quality of job growth, with full-time employment surging 106k while part-time positions dropped -46k, suggesting improved job stability.

Unemployment rate held steady at 7.1%, defying expectations for a modest uptick to 7.2%. Wage growth also firmed slightly, with average hourly earnings up 3.3% yoy, from 3.2% yoy in August.

Japan producer prices hold at 2.7% as import declines ease in September

Japan’s corporate goods price index rose 2.7% yoy in September, unchanged from August and slightly above expectations of 2.5%. The data suggest that while upstream cost pressures remain contained, they have yet to fade meaningfully.

Yen-based import price index declined -0.8% yoy, a much smaller drop than August’s -3.9%, pointing to easing import deflation as Yen’s weakness and rising global input costs filter through.

In terms of components, food and beverage prices climbed 4.7% yoy, following a 4.9% in August. Agricultural goods prices, including rice, jumped 30.5%, moderating from August’s 41% surge.

RBA’s Bullock: Inflation back in band but services still sticky, jobs market tight

RBA Governor Michele Bullock told lawmakers today that the economy is in a “pretty good spot,” with inflation back within the 2–3% target band and the labor market still tight. Speaking before a parliamentary committee in Canberra, she said, "the key now is to make sure it stays there sustainably.”

She said that services inflation remains the main concern, running “a little sticky” at around 3%, even as goods inflation continues to moderate. That offset has kept headline inflation contained for now.

On employment, Bullock said the labor market is in “a pretty good place”, though “possibly a little bit tight” in certain sectors. The RBA expects unemployment to edge higher over the coming months, a move consistent with a gradual rebalancing.

She also highlighted that household consumption is picking up, filling the gap left by weaker public demand—an important transition, she said, to keep growth on track.

NZ BNZ manufacturing flat at 49.9, firms cite soft demand and rising costs

New Zealand’s BNZ Performance of Manufacturing Index held steady at 49.9 in September, marking another month of contraction and remaining below its long-term average of 52.4.

The data highlighted a mixed picture across key components — production edged up from 47.8 to 50.1, barely returning to expansion, while employment dropped from 49.1 to 47.5, weighing on the overall index. New orders also slipped from 54.7 to 50.3, suggesting softening demand momentum.

BusinessNZ Director of Advocacy Catherine Beard said it was encouraging that the PMI did not show deeper contraction, but the sector remained “agonizingly close to returning to expansion mode.” She added weakness in employment prevented the headline figure from crossing the 50 threshold.

Survey respondents continued to highlight muted customer demand and rising cost pressures, with 60% of comments negative, up from August. Manufacturers reported lower order volumes, tight margins, and competitive pricing pressures, reflecting both domestic uncertainty and subdued export demand.

USD/CAD Mid-Day Outlook

Daily Pivots: (S1) 1.3959; (P) 1.3996; (R1) 1.4059; More...

Intraday bias in USD/CAD is turned neutral again with current retreat. On the downside, firm break of 1.3930 support will indicate rejection by 1.4014/7 cluster resistance. That would keep the rebound from 1.3538 corrective, and turn bias to the downside for 1.3725 support. Nevertheless, sustained break of 1.4014/7 cluster resistance will suggest that USD/CAD Is already reversing the whole fall from 1.4719, and target 61.8% retracement at 1.4312.

In the bigger picture, price actions from 1.4791 medium term top could either be a correction to rise from 1.2005 (2021 low), or trend reversal. In either case, further decline is expected as long as 1.4014 cluster resistance (38.2% retracement of 1.4791 to 1.3538 at 1.4017) holds. However sustained trading above 1.4014 will suggest that it's more likely just a correction, and the larger up trend would be in favor to resume through 1.4791 at a later stage.


Economic Indicators Update

GMT CCY EVENTS ACT F/C PP REV
21:30 NZD Business NZ PMI Sep 49.9 49.9
23:50 JPY Bank Lending Y/Y Sep 3.80% 3.70% 3.60% 3.50%
23:50 JPY PPI Y/Y Sep 2.70% 2.50% 2.70%
12:30 CAD Net Change in Employment Sep 60.4K 2.8K -65.5K
12:30 CAD Unemployment Rate Sep 7.10% 7.20% 7.10%
14:00 USD UoM Consumer Sentiment Oct P 55 55.1
14:00 USD UoM 1-Yr Inflation Expectations Oct P 4.70%

 

Canada jobs surge 60.4k in September, unemployment steady at 7.1%

Canada’s labor market delivered a strong upside surprise in September, with employment rising by 60.4k, well above expectations of just 2.8k. The gains were concentrated in manufacturing (+28k), health care and social assistance (+14k), and agriculture (+13k), while wholesale and retail trade saw a notable decline of -21k.

The report reinforces signs of resilience across key sectors even amid broader uncertainty over the impact of U.S. trade and tariff policies.

The data also showed a healthy quality of job growth, with full-time employment surging 106k while part-time positions dropped -46k, suggesting improved job stability.

Unemployment rate held steady at 7.1%, defying expectations for a modest uptick to 7.2%. Wage growth also firmed slightly, with average hourly earnings up 3.3% yoy, from 3.2% yoy in August.

Full Canada employment release here.

Ethereum (ETHUSD) Elliott Wave Buying Setup Explained

As our members know, we’ve been long in ETHUSD . The crypto has made a nice reaction from our buying zone. In this technical article, we are going to present Elliott Wave trading setup of ETHUSD. The crypto completed its corrective decline precisely at the Equal Legs area, also known as the Blue Box.

In the following sections, we’ll break down the Elliott Wave structure, explain the trading setup, and present target levels.

ETHUSD Elliott Wave 4 Hour Chart 09.23.2025

Pullback is unfolding as a Double Three correction. Price is reaching our buying zone at 4,035–3,582 (Blue Box). Since the main trend is still bullish, we expect at least a 3-wave bounce from this area — and ideally, a move toward new highs. We don’t recommend shorting here and prefer the long side from the marked Blue Box. Once price hits the 50% Fibonacci retracement against the X red connector, we’ll move the stop to breakeven and secure some partial profits. A break below the 1.618 extension at 3,582 would invalidate the setup.

Quick reminder on how to trade our charts :

Red bearish stamp+ blue box = Selling Setup
Green bullish stamp+ blue box = Buying Setup
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ETHUSD Elliott Wave 4 Hour Chart 10.06.2025

The crypto extended lower into the Blue Box area and found buyers, as expected. The correction ended at the 3,839.35 low, and since then, Ethereum has made a decent rally. As a result, all long positions entered at the Blue Box are now risk-free — we’ve moved our stop loss to breakeven and already secured partial profits. We expect to complete 5 waves from the 3,839.35 low soon and to see a 3-wave pullback before a further rally resumes. As long as the pivot at the mentioned low holds, the crypto is targeting the 5,225.56+ area.

XAU/USD: Limited Pullback from New Record High Keeps Larger Bulls Intact

Gold price stays below $4000 mark for the second consecutive day, as traders collected profits after the metal broke through psychological barrier and hit new all-time high at $4059 on Wednesday.

Overbought daily studies and significance of $4000 barrier prompted partial profit-taking, with limited dips (Fibo 23.6% of $3627/$4059 upleg containing) seen so far, despite Thursday’s completion of bearish engulfing pattern on daily chart.

Current easing is expected to provide better levels to re-enter bullish market, as larger bullish structure remains intact.

Key factors that drive gold price (expectations for more Fed rate cut, high geopolitical and macroeconomic uncertainty) remain unchanged, with some relief expected from a peace agreement between Israel and Palestine, if the deal will be signed and conditions followed.

The yellow metal remains on track for the eight straight weekly gain (nearly 3% advance this week) that supports strong bullish outlook.

Weekly close above $4000 would reconfirm bullish structure and signal that short and shallow correction is likely over, shifting focus fully to the upside.

Conversely, failure to clear $4000 barrier on Friday would keep the downside vulnerable for extended consolidation / limited correction) with next key support at $3900 zone (psychological / near-Fibo 38.2%) expected to contain extended dips and keep larger bulls in play.

Res: 4015; 4028; 4059; 4100.
Sup: 3957; 3944; 3926; 3900.

USD/CAD Closes Above 1.400 After Six Months

  • USD/CAD bulls win battle with 200-SMA, mark six-month high.
  • Technical risk bias remains bullish, though caution is warranted below 1.4050.

USD/CAD returned to its bullish path on Thursday after an almost two-week period of consolidation around the 1.3900 area, as rising political uncertainty outside the U.S. fueled safe-haven demand for the greenback.

The price broke above its 200-day simple moving average (SMA) and extended the uptrend that began from June’s low of 1.3538 to a six-month high of 1.4032. Notably, the pair appears to have exited a symmetrical triangle to the upside on the four-hour chart, signaling potential for further gains as the simple moving averages (SMAs) remain positively aligned.

Still, some caution is warranted given the congestion around the 38.2% Fibonacci retracement level of the January–June downleg, which previously capped upside pressures in May near 1.4017. The upper boundary of the upward-sloping channel is also within close range, raising the risk of a pullback as the RSI on the daily chart is hanging near its 70 overbought level.

Hence, a decisive close above 1.4050 could be key to extending the advance towards the 50% Fibonacci retracement at 1.4165. Beyond that, the pair could challenge the long-term ascending line drawn from the pandemic lows around 1.4230 before testing the 61.8% Fibonacci level at 1.4313.

In the bearish scenario, if the pair falls back below the 200-day SMA at 1.3976, attention will shift to the 20- and 50-day SMAs at 1.3887 and 1.3830, respectively. Should selling pressures intensify there, pushing the price below the channel at 1.3800, support could emerge around the double-bottom area near 1.3730.

Overall, the latest spike in USD/CAD has improved its bullish potential, though the pair may remain vulnerable unless it decisively breaks above the 1.4050 barrier. Canadian employment figures could trigger the next round of volatility at 12:30 GMT in the absence of key U.S. data releases.