Technical Analysis
Trend Analysis:
The DXY (Dollar Index) has shown a bullish reversal pattern, breaking above previous lower highs (LH) and forming higher highs (HH) and higher lows (HL).
The chart indicates a recent breakout from a downtrend channel, transitioning into an uptrend.
Key levels to watch include:
138.00% Fibonacci retracement level at 105.906
161.80% Fibonacci retracement level at 106.190
175.00% Fibonacci retracement level at 106.347
Resistance and Support:
Strong Zone of Rejection: Between 106.190 and 106.347.
Immediate Support: Around the 105.20 level, previously a resistance now turned support.
Higher Low (HL): The recent formation of a higher low is crucial for the continuation of the bullish trend.
Fundamental Analysis
Economic Data:
Retail Sales: Positive expectations for Core Retail Sales m/m at 0.2% and Retail Sales m/m at 0.3% should support the USD.
Industrial Production m/m: Expected to be positive at 0.3%, reinforcing dollar strength.
The DXY recently benefitted from a hawkish FOMC statement and positive economic indicators like the Empire State Manufacturing Index [2].
FOMC and Dollar Sentiment:
A hawkish FOMC stance suggests potential rate hikes, supporting the dollar's bullish outlook [6].
Conclusion
The technical outlook for the DXY is bullish, with potential resistance at 106.190 and 106.347.
Positive retail sales and industrial production data are expected to further bolster the dollar.
The bullish trend is likely to continue, provided economic data supports the current momentum.