200 hour MA, 38.2% and swing area approached

The EURUSD is higher on the day and in the process tested the low level of a cluster of resistance between 1.17132 and 1.1722. That area incorporates a:

  • Swing area between 1.17132 and 1.17184 (see blue numbered circles)
  • The 38.2% retracement of the move down from the September 15 high at 1.17127
  • The falling 200 hour MA (green line) at 1.1722.

The high for the day reached 1.17137 so far today.

200 hour MA, 38.2% and swing area approached

The price has backed off the area and currently trades at 1.1696. On the downside, a swing area comes between 1.16846 and 1.16917. Move below that area and traders will be eyeing a retest of the 100 hour MA at 1.16583. Stay above keeps the buyers more in control.