Details of the economic calendar from July 29

The first estimate of Eurozone GDP for the second quarter turned out to be slightly better than the forecast. Economic growth rates slowed from 5.4% to 4.0%, although a decline to 2.8% was expected. On the one hand, the data for the EU looks somewhat better than for the United States, but in any case, the dynamics clearly do not bode well.

At the same time as GDP, preliminary data on inflation were published in the eurozone, which again set a historical record, reaching 8.9% in July on an annualized basis. Inflation is rising, and the economy is slowing down, there are no clear signs of a recession yet, but they may appear soon.

Analysis of trading charts from July 29

The EURUSD currency pair has been moving in the sideways range of 1.0150/1.0270 for the second week in a row, consistently fulfilling the set boundaries. Due to the long-term movement of the price within the sideways, the amplitude periodically shrinks, then expands, while the ambiguous mood of market participants remains.

On the trading chart of the daily period, there is a corrective move in the structure of the downward trend. The parity level area serves as a support.

As for the GBPUSD currency pair, despite a series of speculative impulses, the quote is still moving at the peak of the corrective move. In about two weeks, the pound sterling appreciated in value by more than 450 points. This is a strong price change, but it still fits into the structure of the medium-term downward trend.

Economic calendar for August 1

The final data on the index of business activity in the manufacturing sector in Europe, the United Kingdom and the United States will be published today, but probably these indicators will not cause any interest. The indices should only confirm the preliminary estimates that have already been taken into account by the market. In case of a strong discrepancy between the indicators and the preliminary assessment, speculators may react to them.

With the opening of the European session, data on retail sales in Germany have already been published, the rate of decline has only intensified. This is a negative factor, and another signal of economic problems in the EU.

Time targeting:

EU Manufacturing PMI – 08:00 UTC

UK Manufacturing PMI – 08:30 UTC

US Manufacturing PMI – 13:45 UTC

Trading plan for EUR/USD on August 1

In this situation, the work of traders is based on two methods: a rebound or a breakdown relative to the given boundaries.

Let's consider each of these methods separately:

The rebound from the upper border of the flat takes into account the interaction of trading forces within the values of 1.0250/1.2070, where a quote reversal is possible. A rebound from the lower border considers the area of 1.0150.

In the case of the breakout method, special attention is paid to the values of 1.0300 in case of an upward scenario and 1.0100 when considering a downward cycle. It is worth noting that the signal must be confirmed in the form of holding the quote outside the control value for at least a four-hour period.

Trading plan for GBP/USD on August 1

It can be assumed that the upward mood prevails in the market as indicated by the stable holding of the price above the level of 1.2155. If the given mood is maintained, the subsequent growth of the pound's value in the direction of 1.2300/1.2400 is not ruled out.

What is reflected in the trading charts?

A candlestick chart view is graphical rectangles of white and black light, with sticks on top and bottom. When analyzing each candle in detail, you will see its characteristics of a relative period: the opening price, closing price, and maximum and minimum prices.

Horizontal levels are price coordinates, relative to which a stop or a price reversal may occur. These levels are called support and resistance in the market.

Circles and rectangles are highlighted examples where the price of the story unfolded. This color selection indicates horizontal lines that may put pressure on the quote in the future.

The up/down arrows are the reference points of the possible price direction in the future.