Japanese Yen: UOB expects more upside against US Dollar

Strong downward momentum continues to weigh on USD/JPY following its sharp fall, according to United Overseas Bank’s (UOB) Quek Ser Leang and Lee Sue Ann. Following oversold conditions, intraday trading is expected to settle into a 156.50–157.50 consolidation range. The outlook over 1–3 weeks, however, remains tilted towards further losses, with support at 156.00 and 155.50. Over the longer term, risks remain skewed towards additional weakness towards January’s low of 152.08.

Does Dollar-Yen face further pressure after its sharp slide?

"24-HOUR VIEW: USD plunged last Thursday. When it was at 156.60 on Friday, we highlighted the following: “While deeply oversold, the decline could extend to 156.00 before stabilisation can be expected. The next support at 155.50 is likely out of reach for now.” USD then declined to 156.06 and rebounded. USD closed little changed at 156.86 (+0.06%). The immediate downward pressure appears to have eased. Today, we expect USD to consolidate, most likely between 156.50 and 157.50."

"1-3 WEEKS VIEW: After the steep decline in USD last Thursday, we highlighted last Friday (23 Oct, spot at 156.60) that “the rapid increase in downward momentum suggests USD is likely to decline further.” We added, “support levels are 156.00 and 155.50.” We will continue to hold the same view as long as USD holds below 157.80 (no change in ‘strong resistance’ level)."

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