EUR/USD Breaks Short Term Channel

The Euro was trading with low volatility during the first part of ytesterday. Higher volatility was introduced later in the evening when the FOMC released its meeting minutes. The Fed praised the strength of economic growth, while expressing concerns over missed inflation targets.

This statement resulted in an immediate upward pressure on the pair, which was soon overrun by the stronger Greenback. As a result, the session ended with a 56 pip decline in price. Given that the prevailing senior channel was breached mid-session, traders might see a decline in the medium term.

However, in terms of the following session, the Euro is expected to bounce off the short term channel and visit the level of 1.2240 to begin a brief period of recovery. Upside target on the short-term - the 1.2350/1.2400 area.

Chart: EUR/USD H4