EUR/USD clings to the consolidative theme – UOB

UOB Group’s Economist Lee Sue Ann and Markets Strategist Quek Ser Leang signal further consolidation is likely in EUR/USD in the next weeks.

Key Quotes

24-hour view: “We expected EUR to strengthen yesterday but we were of the view that ‘any advance is part of a 1.0740/1.0830 range’. EUR dipped to a low of 1.0743 in early London trade and then edged higher to 1.0799 before settling at 1.0796 (+0.34%). Upward momentum has improved somewhat but while EUR could break above 1.0830; it is unlikely to threaten the next resistance at 1.0870. Support is at 1.0775; a breach of 1.0750 would indicate the current upward pressure has eased.”

Next 1-3 weeks: “There is not much to add to our update from yesterday (27 Mar, spot at 1.0775). As highlighted, EUR appears to have entered a consolidation phase and it is likely to trade between 1.0660 and 1.0870 for the time being.”