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EUR/JPY Consolidates Before Breakout

Published 01/29/2015, 03:09 AM
Updated 05/14/2017, 06:45 AM

The euro-yen pair has been trending downwards in a fairly consistent fashion recently.A consolidative pennant pattern could point to an impending breakout that will see the bearish trend continue.

EUR/JPY 4-Hour Chart

The trouble in the eurozone is far from over and the new leaders in the Greek political landscape could cause some serious concern for the euro. If the new Syriza party decide to default on their bailout loans from the EU and ditch the shared currency, the euro will feel the full effect of this as the market will no doubt speculate about a wider breakup.

The yen on the other hand has found plenty of strength recently as the turmoil in Europe sent investors looking for safety. We saw more demand for the yen’s safety today as Singapore took the market by surprise and lowered interest rates. Certainly as the global economy looks to slow, the yen will be sought after.

Inflation figures for Japan are due later this week and are expected to dip slightly. If inflation remains at 2.4% the pair will certainly break lower, however, a fall in the Japanese CPI could add bullish pressure to pair. Either way the news will add volatility. There is also inflation data due form the eurozone which is expected to dive to -0.5%. The Unemployment rate is also due out along with German retail sales and Spanish CPI. Certainly there is potential for euro to break to the downside.

EUR/JPY Hourly Chart

Technically speaking, a pennant pattern is indicative of a continuation of the current trend, which in this case is bearish. If we see a breakout lower as expected, look for support to be found at 132.25, 131.13 and 130.13. A breakout to the upside, although unlikely, will find resistance at 133.95, 134.84 and 135.83.

A pennant has formed on the EUR/JPY pair that could indicate a breakout. A continuation of the bearish trend is to be expected for such a pattern, however, watch for inflation figures that could dictate direction.

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