20.03.202608:40 Forex Analysis & Reviews: EUR/USD: Simple Trading Tips for Beginner Traders on March 20. Analysis of Yesterday's Forex Trades

Trade Analysis and Advice for the Euro Currency

The test of the price at 1.1489 occurred when the MACD indicator was just beginning to move upward from the zero mark, confirming a valid entry point to buy euros. As a result, the pair rose to around 1.1524.

The statements from European Central Bank representatives about their intention to raise interest rates at the upcoming April meeting surprised many experts who were forecasting a more cautious policy from the ECB. The escalating inflationary environment, compounded by geopolitical instability, prompted the central bank to reevaluate its previous intentions. The aim of raising rates is to counter inflationary pressures and restore price stability in the Eurozone amid the sharp rise in energy prices. In its communique, ECB representatives emphasized their ongoing monitoring of the situation in the Middle East and their readiness to take necessary steps to ensure price stability. The April meeting will be a turning point, as market participants will be looking for concrete measures from the central bank.

The first half of today promises to be busy for financial market participants. We expect the ECB to release data on the balance of payments. This indicator is one of the key metrics reflecting external financial flows into the Eurozone. A positive balance indicates that the Eurozone is receiving more foreign investment and income from its overseas assets than it is sending abroad. A negative balance, conversely, may signal capital outflows or rising external liabilities, potentially weakening the euro.

Buy Scenarios

• Scenario #1: I plan to buy euros today upon reaching a price around 1.1568 (the green line on the chart), with a target for growth towards 1.1591. At the point of 1.1591, I plan to exit the market and also sell euros in the opposite direction, expecting a movement of 30-35 pips back from the entry point. A strong rise for the euro can be anticipated in continuation of the trend. Important! Before buying, ensure the MACD indicator is above the zero mark and just beginning to rise from it.
• Scenario #2: I also plan to buy euros today if the price tests 1.1551 twice in a row while the MACD indicator is in the oversold area. This will limit the pair's downside potential and lead to an upward market reversal. Growth to the opposite levels of 1.1568 and 1.1591 can be expected.

Sell Scenarios

• Scenario #1: I plan to sell euros once the price reaches 1.1551 (the red line on the chart). The target will be 1.1523, where I plan to exit the market and immediately buy in the opposite direction (expecting a 20-25-pip move back from the level). Pressure on the pair is unlikely to return today. Important! Before selling, ensure the MACD indicator is below the zero mark and just beginning to decline from it.
• Scenario #2: I also plan to sell euros today if the price tests 1.1568 twice in a row while the MACD indicator is in the overbought area. This will limit the pair's upward potential and lead to a market reversal downward. A decrease to the opposite levels of 1.1551 and 1.1523 can be expected.

What's on the Chart:

• The thin green line represents the entry price at which you can buy the trading instrument;
• The thick green line is the assumed price where you can set Take Profit or manually take profit, as further growth above this level is unlikely;
• The thin red line indicates the entry price at which you can sell the trading instrument;
• The thick red line is the assumed price where you can set Take Profit or manually take profit, as further decline below this level is unlikely;
• The MACD indicator. When entering the market, it's important to refer to the overbought and oversold zones.

Important: Beginner traders in the forex market need to make entry decisions very carefully. It is best to stay out of the market before the release of important fundamental reports to avoid sharp fluctuations in prices. If you choose to trade during the release of news, always set Stop Loss orders to minimize losses. Without placing Stop Loss orders, you can quickly lose your entire deposit, especially if you do not use money management and trade large volumes.

And remember, successful trading requires a clear trading plan, like the one presented above. Making spontaneous trading decisions based on the current market situation is inherently a losing strategy for intraday traders.