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EUR/USD faces challenges in finding space to maneuver

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Last updated: 2024/12/31 at 12:49 AM
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At the beginning of the week, EUR/USD remained stagnant around the 1.0400 level as the market approaches the midweek holiday. With global markets expected to be quiet during the New Year’s holiday session, trading volumes remained low, leading to a decline in risk appetite across various asset classes and keeping them towards the lower end of recent ranges.

The focus for the week will be on mid-tier German labor figures and US ISM PMI data. German markets will be closed for New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day, with final HCOB Manufacturing PMI data for Germany expected later in the week. Additionally, labor statistics for Germany, including a projected increase in December’s Unemployment Change, will be released on Friday. The key data to watch will be the US ISM PMI figures for December, scheduled for release on Friday, which is forecasted to decrease slightly.

As EUR/USD hovers around 1.0400, the recent price floor at 1.0350 becomes crucial for the pair. While the price has been gradually declining since September highs above 1.1200, it has not yet dipped below the mid-November low of 1.0332. EUR/USD is on track to finish in the negative for a fifth consecutive week, with observers noting a consistent downtrend over the past few months.

The Euro is the currency for 19 European Union countries in the Eurozone and is the second most heavily traded currency globally, behind the US Dollar. EUR/USD is the most traded currency pair in the world, accounting for the majority of foreign exchange transactions. The European Central Bank (ECB) in Frankfurt, Germany, manages the Eurozone’s monetary policy and interest rates. Economic indicators such as inflation data, GDP, and trade balance can impact the Euro’s value.

Key releases for the Euro include inflation data, GDP figures, and trade balance reports, which provide insight into the health of the Eurozone economy. High inflation may prompt the ECB to raise interest rates, benefiting the Euro, while weak economic data can lead to a decline in the currency. Trade balance is also essential as a positive balance strengthens a currency, while a negative balance can weaken it. Overall, economic data releases play a crucial role in determining the direction of the Euro.

In conclusion, EUR/USD remained steady around 1.0400 as the market approaches the midweek holiday, with limited trading volumes affecting risk appetite for various asset classes. Key data releases for the week include mid-tier German labor figures and US ISM PMI data, with global markets expected to be quiet during the New Year’s holiday session. As the Euro continues its decline against the US Dollar, economic indicators and data releases will play a significant role in shaping the currency’s direction in the upcoming weeks. Observers will closely monitor how the Euro performs against the backdrop of global economic conditions.

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