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AUD/USD Technical Strategy: Sidelines Preferred
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Dragonfly Doji Signaled Hesitation Near 0.8660
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Close Over 0.8815 Ceiling Needed To Suggest A Base
AUD/USD is prodding at the 0.8815 barrier after a Dragonfly Doji near its 2014 low suggested the bears were looking to take a breather. However, the candlestick formation is not classed as a key reversal pattern. This casts some doubt over whether sentiment has truly shifted for the pair. A close over the nearby hurdle hurdle would help suggest a base and may open a retest of the 0.8885 ceiling.
Traders should note the upcoming US Non-Farm Payrolls report holds the potential to spark significant volatility which may negate technical signals offered.
AUD/USD: Dragonfly Doji Suggested Indecision Near 2014 Low
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The return of the bulls was heralded by a Piercing Line pattern on the four hour chart. However, a medley of more recent Dojis and short body candles indicates their charge may already be losing momentum near 0.8830.
AUD/USD: Piercing Line Pattern Signaled Turning Point
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By David de Ferranti, Currency Analyst, DailyFX
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