USD/JPY: The pair to reach 161.00 in short term – UOB Group

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The US Dollar (USD) is likely to trade in a range between 160.20 and 161.00. Strong momentum suggests further USD strength. Resistance levels are at 161.00 and 161.50, UOB Group analysts note.

USD needs to breach 159.40 to become weaker

24-HOUR VIEW: “After USD surged two days ago, we indicated yesterday that it ‘could test 161.00 first before levelling off.’ However, USD traded in a range between 160.27 and 160.86, closing largely unchanged at 160.74 (-0.03%). The price action appears to be part of range trading phase. Today, USD is likely to trade between 160.20 and 161.00.”

1-3 WEEKS VIEW: “We continue to hold the same view as yesterday (27 Jun, spot at 160.60). As highlighted, ‘while conditions are severely overbought, strong momentum suggests further USD strength.’ Resistance levels are at 161.00 and 161.50. On the downside, should USD breach 159.40 (no change in ‘strong support’ level), it would suggest that the USD strength from early last week has come to an end.”

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