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Current Price Action:
The USD/JPY pair is trading at 144.414, down -0.842 (-0.588%).

The price is hovering near the 20-period BMA (144.384) and OXIDA level (141.784), suggesting a potential inflection point.

Support and Resistance Levels:

Immediate Resistance: 144.500, 145.000, 145.500.

Strong Resistance: 146.000, 146.530, 147.000 (profit target).

Immediate Support: 144.000, 143.850 (double-bottom level), 143.500.

Strong Support: 144.270 (near current price), 143.850 (critical).

Technical Indicators:

BMA (20-period): The price is slightly above the BMA at 144.384, indicating neutral momentum.

OXIDA: The OXIDA level at 141.784 is far below, acting as a long-term support.

Market Sentiment:

The downtrend is mild (-0.588%), but the proximity to key support (143.850-144.000) suggests potential consolidation or reversal if buyers step in.

A break below 143.500 could signal further downside, while a rebound above 145.000 may target 146.000-147.000.

Trading Strategy:
Bullish Scenario: If price holds above 144.000, consider longs with targets at 145.000, 145.500, and 146.000. Stop loss below 143.850.

Bearish Scenario: A break below 143.850 could lead to a test of 143.500. Shorts may target 143.000 with a stop above 144.270.

Conclusion:
The pair is in a short-term downtrend but near critical support. Watch for reactions at 144.000-144.500 to determine the next directional move. Risk management is key given the tight range.

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