The GBP/JPY pared some of its gains on the strong yen. It hit an intraday low of 190.27 and is currently trading around 190.59. Intraday trend is bearish as long as resistance 192.60 holds.
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Technical Analysis Points to Further Downside
The GBP/JPY pair is trading above 34 and 55 EMA (Short-term) and 200 EMA (long-term on the 4-hour chart, confirming a bullish trend. Immediate resistance is at 191, a breach above this level targets of 192/192.60/193/195/196. Any close above 192 in the 4-hour chart confirms further bullishness. Downside support is at 189.80 with additional levels at 188.75/188/187.25/186/185.
Market Indicators
CCI (50)- Bullish
Directional movement index - Neutral
It is recommended to sell on rallies around 191 with a stop-loss at 192.60 for a TP of 188.
