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2 October 2023,05:54

Daily Market Analysis

Equity Market Soars After U.S. Government Shutdown Averted

2 October 2023, 05:54

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The dollar index held steady, while U.S. treasuries maintained robust levels when the threat of a U.S. government shutdown was averted.

Global equity markets surged on the heels of reassuring news: the threat of a U.S. government shutdown was averted, instilling confidence across the board. Although tempered after breaching the $106 threshold, the dollar index held steady, while U.S. treasuries maintained robust levels. Oil prices, initially dampened by lower-than-expected China PMI readings, found support in the dissipation of U.S. government shutdown fears, boosting market risk appetite. Meanwhile, the Japanese Yen weakened further when the Bank of Japan’s September meeting minutes hinted at a gradual departure from negative interest rates within the country, potentially bolstering the Japanese Yen to trade strongly against its peers. 


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Market Overview

market overview price chart 2 October 2023

Economic Calendar

economic calendar 2 October 2023

Market Movements

dollar index dxy price chart 2 October 2023

DOLLAR_INDX, Daily

Despite a lacklustre inflation report, the US Dollar continues its bullish streak, fuelled by rising Treasury yields and persistent rate hike expectations from the Federal Reserve, bolstering demand even in the face of economic challenge. The latest core personal consumption expenditures price index report for August unveiled a meager 0.10% uptick, marking its slowest pace since late 2020 and falling shy of market projections. As anticipation mounts for the forthcoming Nonfarm Payroll and unemployment figures, market watchers hold their breath.

The Dollar Index is trading lower following the prior retracement from the resistance level. MACD has illustrated diminishing bullish momentum, while RSI is at 68, suggesting the index might enter overbought territory.

Resistance level: 106.95, 108.65

Support level: 105.25, 103.15

XAU/USD gold price chart 2 October 2023

XAU/USD, H4

Gold prices see a sixth consecutive day of decline, driven by a sell-off in US bonds and escalating Treasury yields, putting pressure on USD-denominated gold as investors navigate shifting market dynamics.

Gold prices are trading lower following the prior breakout below the previous support level. However, MACD has illustrated diminishing bearish momentum, while RSI is at 24, suggesting the commodity might enter oversold territory.

Resistance level: 1885.00, 1950.00

Support level: 1840.00, 1790.00

EUR/USD price chart 2 October 2023

EUR/USD,H4

The euro regained ground against the sturdy dollar following the resolution of U.S. government shutdown concerns, which eased the dollar’s dominance. However, the euro’s ascent faced obstacles due to the lingering uncertainty surrounding the ECB’s future monetary policies. Economic stability in the region remains precarious despite the CPI reading being significantly below the favoured 2% targeted rate, casting a shadow on the euro’s strength.

Despite the EUR/USD pair has experienced a rebound since last Friday, the pair has yet to get out from its long-term bearish trend. The MACD momentum is eased before it breaks above the zero line while the RSI has also fallen back to near the 50-level, suggesting the bullish momentum has eased. 

Resistance level: 1.0617, 1.0705

Support level: 1.0548, 1.04730

USD/JPY price chart 2 October 2023

USD/JPY,H4

The Japanese Yen extended its decline against the resilient dollar, reaching its lowest point in 2023. This decline persisted even after the dissipation of U.S. government shutdown concerns and the subsequent softening of the safe-haven dollar. Notably, the Bank of Japan’s September meeting minutes revealed strategic moves toward phasing out negative interest rates, adding a layer of complexity to the currency market dynamics.

The USD/JPY pair continues to climb and has reached its highest level in 11 months, suggesting the bullish momentum is strong. The MACD remained above the zero line while the RSI continued to flow in the higher region, suggesting the bullish momentum is solid. 

Resistance level: 150.75, 151.50

Support level: 149.30, 147.80

AUD/USD price chart 2 October 2023

AUD/USD,H4

China’s manufacturing sector faces setbacks as the Caixin/S&P Global Manufacturing PMI slips to 50.6, below market expectations. This prompts retreats in Chinese proxy-currencies, including the NZD and AUD after the release of disappointing data.

AUD/USD is trading lower following the prior retracement from the resistance level. MACD has illustrated diminishing bullish momentum, while RSI is at 54, suggesting the pair might extend its losses toward support level since the RSI retreated sharply from overbought territory. 

Resistance level: 0.6510, 0.6615

Support level: 0.6395, 0.6285

dow jones price chart 2 October 2023

Dow Jones, H4

US equities experienced a swift rise following a last-minute agreement by legislators, averting a government shutdown. The Senate’s passing of a continuing resolution, signed into law by President Biden, provides a temporary lifeline, allowing lawmakers a 45-day window to finalise funding legislation.

The Dow is trading lower while currently testing the support level. However, MACD has illustrated diminishing bearish momentum, while RSI is at 34, suggesting the index might enter oversold territory. 

Resistance level: 34355.00, 34900.00

Support level: 33490.00, 32745.00

crude oil price chart 2 October 2023

CL OIL, H4

Oil prices dip amid macroeconomic concerns and profit-taking, despite OPEC+ production cuts. Worries about global economic prospects intensify due to below-par Chinese economic data, dampening demand for the commodity. Eyes remain on oil inventories and central banks’ rate hike announcements for market cues.

Oil prices are trading lower following the prior retracement from the resistance level. MACD has illustrated increasing bearish momentum, while RSI is at 60, suggesting the commodity might extend its losses toward support level since the RSI retreated sharply from overbought territory.  

Resistance level: 94.40, 101.00

Support level: 87.80, 79.65

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