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Flash: We initiate a long USD/JPY targeting 100.70 – OCBC

FXstreet.com (Athens) – Emmanuel Ng of OCBC Bank says that this morning, we initiate a long USD/JPY (spot reference as of 98.36), targeting 100.70 with a stop at 97.15.

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“Tactically, this pair may continue to manifest any USD strength in the wake of this week’s FOMC and with the BOJ still preoccupied with attempting to achieve its multi-year inflation target.”

“Expect the pair to remain resistant to downside dips in the near term while on the topside, a breach above the 55-day MA (98.38) may invite a test towards 98.70 in short order. Initial support meanwhile is seen towards 98.00.”

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