CAD/JPY pared some of its gains on the weak Canadian dollar. It hit a low of 109.02 and is currently trading around 109.08.
The labor market in Canada seems pretty positive with the data that came out on January 10, 2025, based on December's employment statistics. In December 2024, Canada added 91,000 jobs compared with a projected number of 25,000. Such healthy growth in jobs implies a healthy labor market. Meanwhile, the unemployment rate eased marginally from 6.8% in November to 6.7% in December. On the whole, the findings point toward a good trend for Canada's employment scenario.
Technical Analysis
CAD/JPY is currently trading below the 34- and 55-EMA on the 4-hour chart. The immediate resistance is at 109.60; a breach above this level could shift targets to 110/110.50/111, 111.56, or 112. On the lower side, near-term support is at 109.45, and a break below this support could lead to declines toward 108.70, 108, or even 107.
Indicator Trends
CCI (50)- bullish
ADX (14)- Neutral. Overall, the indicators reveal a mixed trend, suggesting caution in trading decisions.
Trading Strategy Recommendation
It is advisable to buy on dips around 109.70-75, with a stop-loss set around 108.70 and a target price of 112.
Technical Analysis
CAD/JPY is currently trading above the 34- and 55-EMA on the 4-hour chart. The immediate resistance is at 110.50; a breach above this level could shift targets to 111, 111.56, or 112. On the lower side, near-term support is at 109.45, and a break below this support could lead to declines toward 108.70, 108, or even 107.
Indicator Trends
CCI (50)- bullish
ADX (14)- Neutral. Overall, the indicators reveal a mixed trend, suggesting caution in trading decisions.
Trading Strategy Recommendation
It is advisable to sell on rallies around 109.35-40-75, with a stop-loss set around 110.10 and a target price of 107.
