The Euro is holding steady against the US Dollar as the week begins, keeping the gains made last week. Market participants are looking forward to the German ZEW sentiment survey set for Tuesday, which could impact the Euro if the results are surprising. The European Central Bank (ECB) has no major announcements this week, and its policy outlook seems to support the Euro. The Relative Strength Index (RSI) is neutral as the Euro and Dollar pair consolidate within a tight range centered around 1.1650, with support at 1.1620 and resistance at 1.1700.

Risks And Uncertainties

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Implied Volatility Strategies

Given this context, implied volatility for the Euro-Dollar pair has decreased, as shown by the narrow trading range of 1.1620 to 1.1700. For traders dealing in derivatives, this situation suggests that selling volatility could be a smart strategy in the upcoming weeks. This involves setting up positions that profit if the Euro and Dollar continue to trade sideways. Potential strategies include selling straddles or strangles, which means selling both a call and a put option. An iron condor, which limits risk, could also be an appealing option by placing the short strikes just outside the expected range, possibly around 1.1600 and 1.1720. The aim is to gather the premium as the options lose value over time, assuming the currency pair stays stable. However, caution is needed for any breakouts, which could arise from unexpected ZEW data or surprising comments from central bankers. We remember how calm periods in late 2024 quickly shifted to sharp movements when economic data diverged from expectations. Therefore, it’s vital to manage risk by setting clear stop-loss levels. It’s essential to closely monitor support at 1.1620 and resistance at 1.1700. A clear break of either level would indicate the end of this consolidation period and require a change in strategy. Until then, the market seems to favor range-bound trading. Create your live VT Markets account and start trading now.

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