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GBP/USD Exchange Rate Stabilizes Amid Sideways Movement

Published January 31, 2024

The GBP/USD exchange rate today shows that the currency pair is displaying a neutral intraday bias, continuing its recent trend of sideways trading. Despite the chances of further declines, it is expected that any downward movement will be limited, with support at 1.2499 likely to prompt a recovery if tested. Conversely, a decisive move above the resistance point of 1.2784 would indicate an end to the current consolidation phase and could lead to a further climb in value.

Technical Levels to Watch

Key daily pivot points to monitor are Support 1 (S1) at 1.2653, the pivot point at 1.2687, and Resistance 1 (R1) at 1.2734. These levels can serve as short-term indicators for traders watching the intraday movements of the GBP/USD pair.

Broader Market Perspectives

Expanding the scope to a wider timeframe, the currency fluctuations from the 1.3141 medium-term peak are perceived as a corrective sequence within an upward trend that began at the low of 1.0351 in 2022. The rally from 1.2036 is regarded as the second leg of this pattern, which is currently unfolding. While a rise in value is anticipated, it is likely to be capped by the 1.3141 mark before the initiation of the third leg. Should the pair break below the 1.2499 support level, it might suggest that this bearish leg has commenced, potentially aiming for the 38.2% retracement between the 2022 low and the 1.3141 peak, located at 1.2075.

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