04.03.202507:29 Forex Analysis & Reviews: How to Trade the EUR/USD Pair on March 4? Simple Tips and Trade Analysis for Beginners

Analysis of Monday's Trades

1H Chart of EUR/USD

The EUR/USD pair experienced a strong rally on Monday, which contradicted the expected technical picture. Last week, the ascending trendline was broken, and the price failed to surpass the 1.0526 level, which serves as the upper boundary of the sideways channel on the daily timeframe. A decline appeared to be the most likely scenario for this week; however, the market opened with gains.

We had cautioned that events occurring at the White House on Friday would be reflected in Monday's market movements. Throughout the day, the U.S. dollar weakened, making it unlikely that the inflation reports from the EU or the business activity indices from the EU, Germany, and the U.S. were the main drivers of this movement. EU inflation slowed less than expected, which is a positive sign for the euro, while the key ISM Manufacturing PMI in the U.S. came in weaker than forecasted. Nonetheless, we emphasize that macroeconomic factors were not the reason behind the dollar's decline.

5M Chart of EUR/USD

On the 5-minute chart of EUR/USD, only one trading signal was generated on Monday. The price had already bounced off the 1.0359 level on Friday evening, but no one could have anticipated the White House scandal, which triggered a significant rally on Monday. Long positions could have been initiated after the price broke above the 1.0451 level, although potential profits would have been limited to about 30 pips.

Trading Strategy for Tuesday:

On the hourly timeframe, the EUR/USD pair remains in a medium-term downtrend and a sideways range on the daily chart. As before, a decline in the euro is expected, given that fundamental and macroeconomic factors continue favoring the U.S. dollar over the euro. The hourly timeframe may see a few short-term trends before the overall downtrend resumes, but soon, we anticipate a local decline.

On Tuesday, the euro may begin to decline. Trump has imposed new tariffs on China, and Monday's euro rally was not entirely logical. Moreover, the sideways range on the daily timeframe and the break of the ascending trendline on the hourly chart suggest a downward move.

On the 5-minute timeframe, key levels to watch include 1.0156, 1.0221, 1.0269-1.0277, 1.0334-1.0359, 1.0433-1.0451, 1.0526, 1.0596, 1.0678, 1.0726-1.0733, 1.0797-1.0804, and 1.0845-1.0851. The eurozone unemployment report will be released on Tuesday, the only significant macroeconomic event of the day. However, fresh statements from Donald Trump could create additional volatility in the market.

Core Trading System Rules:

1. Signal Strength: The shorter the time it takes for a signal to form (a rebound or breakout), the stronger the signal.
2. False Signals: If two or more trades near a level result in false signals, subsequent signals from that level should be ignored.
3. Flat Markets: In flat conditions, pairs may generate many false signals or none at all. It's better to stop trading at the first signs of a flat market.
4. Trading Hours: Open trades between the start of the European session and the middle of the US session, then manually close all trades.
5. MACD Signals: On the hourly timeframe, trade MACD signals only during periods of good volatility and a clear trend confirmed by trendlines or trend channels.
6. Close Levels: If two levels are too close (5–20 pips apart), treat them as a support or resistance zone.
7. Stop Loss: Set a Stop Loss to breakeven after the price moves 15 pips in the desired direction.

Key Chart Elements:

Support and Resistance Levels: These are target levels for opening or closing positions and can also serve as points for placing Take Profit orders.

Red Lines: Channels or trendlines indicating the current trend and the preferred direction for trading.

MACD Indicator (14,22,3): A histogram and signal line used as a supplementary source of trading signals.

Important Events and Reports: Found in the economic calendar, these can heavily influence price movements. Exercise caution or exit the market during their release to avoid sharp reversals.

Forex trading beginners should remember that not every trade will be profitable. Developing a clear strategy and practicing proper money management are essential for long-term trading success.