16.08.202410:01 Forex Analysis & Reviews: USD/JPY: simple trading tips for beginners for the European session on August 16

Analysis of trades and tips on USD/JPY

The price test of 147.46 occurred when the MACD indicator started moving upward from the zero mark, confirming the correct entry point for buying the dollar, especially after strong data indicating excellent retail sales, which will certainly contribute to the economy and its growth rates. Today's data on Japan's service sector activity index was disappointing but did not significantly affect the market dynamics, keeping it on the side of U.S. dollar buyers. Most likely, the bulls will try to sell the weekly high today, but if they are inactive, we can expect a more significant downward correction of the pair at the end of the week. As for the intraday strategy, I will rely more on implementing scenarios No. 1 and 2.

Buy signals

Scenario No. 1. Today, I plan to buy USD/JPY when the price reaches the entry point around 149.14, plotted by the green line on the chart, with the goal of rising to 149.75 plotted by the thicker green line on the chart. At around 149.75, I will exit long positions and open short ones in the opposite direction, expecting a movement of 30-35 pips in the opposite direction from that level. You can expect the pair to rise today as part of the upward correction. Important: Before buying, ensure the MACD indicator is above the zero mark and starting to rise from it.

Scenario No. 2. I also plan to buy USD/JPY today in case of two consecutive tests of 148.70 when the MACD indicator is in the oversold area. This will limit the pair's downward potential and lead to a reverse market upturn. We can expect growth to the opposite levels of 149.14 and 149.75.

Sell signals

Scenario No. 1. I plan to sell USD/JPY today only after testing 148.70 plotted by the red line on the chart, which will lead to a rapid decline in the pair. The key target for sellers will be 148.13, where I will exit short positions and immediately open long positions in the opposite direction, expecting a movement of 20-25 pips in the opposite direction from that level. Pressure on USD/JPY may return at any moment, especially in case of unsuccessful correction in the first half of the day and failure to test the daily high. Important: Before selling, ensure the MACD indicator is below the zero mark and starting to decline.

Scenario No. 2. I also plan to sell USD/JPY today in case of two consecutive price tests at 149.14 when the MACD indicator is in the overbought area. This will limit the pair's upward potential and lead to a reverse market downturn. We can expect a decline to the opposite level of 148.70 and 148.13.

What's on the chart:

Thin green line: the entry price at which you can buy the trading instrument.

Thick green line: the estimated price at which you can set Take Profit or manually close positions, as further growth above this level is unlikely.

Thin red line: the entry price at which you can sell the trading instrument.

Thick red line: an estimated price at which you can place Take Profit or manually close positions, as further decline below this level is unlikely.

MACD indicator: when entering the market, it is essential to be guided by overbought and oversold zones.

Important: Novice traders in the forex market must be cautious when deciding to enter the market. It is best to stay out of the market before important fundamental reports are released to avoid getting caught in sharp price fluctuations. If you decide to trade during news releases, always place stop orders to minimize losses. You must set stop orders to avoid losing your entire deposit, especially if you don't use money management and trade in large volumes.

Remember, a clear trading plan, like the one I've outlined, is essential for successful trading. Making impulsive decisions based on the current market situation is a losing strategy for novice intraday traders.