The NZD/USD pair consolidates around 0.5950, pausing its recent gains.

    by VT Markets
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    May 20, 2025
    NZD/USD is currently trading at around 0.5930, moving within a stable range. The pair aims for the upper limit near 0.6000, with initial support from the nine-day Exponential Moving Average (EMA) set at 0.5913. The Relative Strength Index (RSI) shows a slight upward trend, staying above 50. If NZD/USD breaks above 0.6000, it could target the six-month high of 0.6038, which was reached in November 2024.

    Possible Drop Below EMA

    If the price falls below the nine-day EMA at 0.5913, it may lose momentum and head towards the 50-day EMA at 0.5850. Dropping past this point could bring the pair down to 0.5485, a level not seen since March 2020. Today, the New Zealand Dollar is mixed against major currencies. It’s particularly weak against the Japanese Yen, showing a decrease of 0.56%. Currently, the market appears hesitant. Prices are hovering around 0.5930, trapped just below 0.6000. However, support from the nine-day EMA indicates that buyers are still in the game, albeit cautiously. The RSI, which is slightly above 50, reflects a mild inclination to rise, but not a strong push. With the target of 0.6000 nearby, this creates short-term trading opportunities. If prices rise past 0.6000, we would need to reassess the situation, especially with the previous high of 0.6038 in mind. That level required strong buying previously, and without renewed confidence, the market may find it tough to reach there again.

    Market Direction and Reaction

    However, if prices slip below 0.5913, it would signal more than just a typical change. This breach could reverse support, handing control back to sellers, with 0.5850 becoming the next focus point, near the 50-day EMA. If that level gives way, we may see a swift decline to 0.5485, a zone not revisited since the early pandemic panic. Moreover, the currency is struggling against the Yen. A 0.56% drop indicates waning interest in risk-sensitive investments, possibly due to changing rate expectations or broader economic factors. In the upcoming sessions, it’s essential to monitor how the pair reacts near the top of this range. No clear market decision has emerged yet. We haven’t seen strong directional conviction. If that changes—whether moving above or below averages—traders will have to balance momentum with potential resistance or unexplored downside. Technical levels aren’t just markers on the chart; they are crucial for market sentiment right now. Until one of these levels breaks, significant trading positions could face quick reversals. It’s best to stay flexible and react rather than predict. Following price movements closely will guide when to engage, especially when they shift the current trend. Create your live VT Markets account and start trading now.

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