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Morning market review - Wednesday, April 22, 2026

Technical analyses of 12 instruments with options data

Kacper MrukApril 22, 2026Updated: April 22, 20261 min read
Morning market review - Wednesday, April 22, 2026

Morning market review indicates a prevailing greed sentiment, reflected in the Fear & Greed Index with a value of 67. In light of the stable Fed interest rate of 3.50-3.75 and the upcoming FOMC meeting, investors' attention is directed towards today's key macro data, including the publication of the annual CPI index for GBP at 8:00 (Warsaw time). In the analysis, we will take a look at 12 financial instruments that may be particularly sensitive to these events.

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Bitcoin - Daily Chart (D1)

Bitcoin - Daily Chart (D1)

On the daily chart, Bitcoin continues its upward trend with a clear resistance level around 80,000 USD. The volume supports this movement, suggesting that investors are interested in further increases. The price has broken through several previous resistances, opening the way to test additional levels. The nearest support is around 75,000 USD, and its breach may signal a correction. It will be crucial to observe the price reaction at the 80,000 USD level.

Bitcoin - 4H Chart

Bitcoin - 4H Chart

On the 4-hour chart, Bitcoin shows strength, approaching significant resistance levels. The current upward movement is supported by increased volume. The price oscillates around 78,000 USD, and the next key resistance level is at 79,500 USD. Short-term support is at 76,500 USD. Staying above this level may lead to further increases.

Bitcoin - 1H Chart

Bitcoin - 1H Chart

On the hourly chart, Bitcoin shows signs of consolidation after recent increases. The price oscillates around 78,000 USD with slight fluctuations. Short-term support is observed at 77,500 USD, and resistance at 78,500 USD. A breakout of either of these levels may indicate the direction of further movement. The current volume suggests the possibility of continued volatility.

Bitcoin - 15-minute chart

Bitcoin - 15-minute chart

On the 15-minute chart, Bitcoin shows signs of short-term consolidation. The price hovers around 78,000 USD, with resistance at 78,200 USD and support at 77,800 USD. Volume is relatively stable, indicating anticipation for a potential price movement. A breakout of either of these levels could lead to an acceleration of movement in that direction.

Bitcoin - Options data

Options data indicates a neutral sentiment with a PUT/CALL ratio of 0.96. The largest open interest for call options is at 44 USD, which corresponds to an increase of 4.8% from the current ATM price. On the put side, the largest support is at 40 USD, which means a decrease of 3.6% from ATM. The max pain for the options market is 44 USD, suggesting that investors may aim for this price at the options expiration. Overall sentiment is balanced, which may lead to price stabilization.

Bitcoin - Summary

Bitcoin shows signs of strength with key resistance levels at 80,000 USD and support at 75,000 USD. Options data suggests a neutral sentiment, but investors may aim for a level of 44 USD (for IBIT), which is a 4.8% increase. The Fear & Greed index at 67 indicates optimism in the market. Maintaining the current trend and reacting at support and resistance levels will be crucial.

Ethereum - Daily Chart (D1)

Ethereum - Daily Chart (D1)

On the daily chart of Ethereum, an upward trend has been observed that has been ongoing for several weeks. Support is at the level of 2250 USD, while resistance is at 2500 USD. The current increases are supported by rising volume, suggesting that buyers have the upper hand. If resistance at 2500 USD is broken, the next target is 2700 USD. The RSI suggests that the market is not yet overbought, which provides potential for further increases.

Ethereum - 4H Chart

Ethereum - 4H Chart

On the 4-hour chart of Ethereum, it can be seen that the price remains above the level of 2300 USD, indicating a continuation of the upward trend. Key support is at 2280 USD, with potential resistance at 2450 USD. Momentum is positive, and moving averages indicate further increases. A breakout above resistance may attract more buyers.

Ethereum - 1H Chart

Ethereum - 1H Chart

The hourly chart shows a dynamic increase with key support at the level of 2340 USD. Currently, the price is oscillating around 2390 USD, suggesting a test of resistance at the level of 2400 USD. Technical indicators are in the neutral zone, which may indicate short-term consolidation before the next move. A breakout above 2400 USD could accelerate the gains.

Ethereum - 15min Chart

Ethereum - 15min Chart

On the 15-minute chart of Ethereum, consolidation is visible around the level of 2390 USD. Support is at 2375 USD, and resistance is at 2400 USD. Volume is decreasing, which may suggest a temporary market wait for further direction. In the short term, a breakout above the level of 2400 USD could trigger a quick move upward.

Ethereum - Options data

Options data indicates a very bullish sentiment with a low put/call ratio of 0.35. Call options dominate, suggesting expectations for increases. Key call levels are 19 USD (+8.6%) and 20 USD (+14.3%), which corresponds to increases in ETHUSD. The max pain level at 20 USD indicates that the market expects further increases. High open interest at strikes above ATM confirms the bullish sentiment.

Ethereum - Summary

Ethereum is in an uptrend with key support at 2250 USD and resistance at 2500 USD. Options data and positive sentiment suggest a continuation of the upward movement. Short-term key levels are 2400 USD as resistance and 2340 USD as support. The bias is positive, and a breakout above resistance could lead to further gains towards 2700 USD.

Gold - Daily Chart (D1)

Gold - Daily Chart (D1)

On the daily chart of XAUUSD, we observe a strong upward trend that started after a deeper correction. The price of gold is approaching the resistance level around 4800, which may pose a challenge. The volume is increasing, suggesting growing interest from buyers. The moving averages indicate a continuation of the upward trend, but the RSI is approaching the overbought level, which may suggest the possibility of a short-term correction. Key support is located around 4600.

Gold - 4H Chart

Gold - 4H Chart

On the 4-hour chart, we see the formation of a local consolidation in the range of 4700-4800. The last candles indicate an attempt to break upwards, but the resistance at the level of 4800 remains key. The MACD is in the positive zone, and the signal lines suggest a possible continuation of the upward movement. The volume remains stable, which supports the current price movement.

Gold - 1H Chart

Gold - 1H Chart

On the hourly chart, gold managed to break above the level of 4750, which opens the way for further increases. The price is moving in an upward channel, and technical indicators such as RSI are in the neutral zone, which may suggest further upward movements. We are observing increasing volume during the rises, which may indicate growing buying pressure.

Gold - 15min Chart

Gold - 15min Chart

The 15-minute chart shows a dynamic breakout above the level of 4750, with further upside potential. Recent candles confirm strong buying interest. The MACD is positive, and the RSI indicates slight overbought conditions, which may lead to a short-term correction. The key nearest support is at the level of 4745.

Gold - Options data

The GLD options data indicates a very bullish sentiment with a Put/Call Ratio of 0.00. High interest in call options at levels $448, $455, $452 suggests expectations of further increases, corresponding to the rise of XAUUSD. High volumes of call options and a lack of interest in put options confirm the strength of the bulls in the market. It is worth noting that the max pain level at $448 may act as a strong magnet for the price in the short term.

Gold - Summary

Gold XAUUSD is showing strong increases across all analyzed timeframes, supported by very bullish options data. The key resistance level is 4800, a breakout of which could open the way for further increases. Support is located around 4600. The current market sentiment favors further increases; however, the RSI in the overbought zone suggests the possibility of a short-term correction.

Silver - Daily Chart (D1)

Silver - Daily Chart (D1)

On the daily chart of XAGUSD, a clear upward trend is visible. The price has bounced off local support around 76 USD, confirming the strength of the bulls. Currently, the level of 78.50 USD is being tested, which may represent short-term resistance. The increase in volume suggests growing interest in purchases, which could lead to further gains. Key resistance is located around 82 USD. Technical indicators, such as RSI, indicate the possibility of continued gains, although short-term corrections may occur.

Silver - 4H Chart

Silver - 4H Chart

On the 4-hour chart, an upward correction is visible after the downward trend of the last few days. The price is breaking through local resistances, which may indicate further growth towards 80 USD. Moving averages are starting to cross, which may signal a trend reversal to bullish. Key support is at the level of 77 USD, and significant resistance is around 80 USD.

Silver - 1H Chart

Silver - 1H Chart

The hourly chart shows a dynamic upward movement from 76 USD to 78.50 USD. The price has broken through several local resistances, which may suggest further increases. It is currently oscillating around the level of 78.50 USD, which may serve as a short-term resistance. Technical indicators, such as MACD, indicate the possibility of a continuation of the increases, although it is worth being prepared for a potential correction.

Silver - 15min Chart

Silver - 15min Chart

On the 15-minute chart, a strong upward movement is visible. The price has broken the level of 78 USD and continues to rise. Currently, the level of 78.50 USD is being tested as local resistance. The volume indicates increasing interest in buying, which may lead to further increases. Support is at the level of 77.80 USD.

Silver - Options data

Options data for SLV indicates a very bullish market sentiment with an extremely low put/call ratio of 0.01. Key call option levels are between 72 and 75 USD, which translates to potential gains for XAGUSD. High open interest at the 75 USD strike suggests that investors expect further increases. Max pain at 75 USD supports this scenario; however, low put option volume may indicate an underestimation of downside risk.

Silver - Summary

Silver XAGUSD shows a bullish sentiment with the potential to rise to the level of 80 USD and above. Key support is located around 76 USD, and resistance at 80 USD. Options data confirms the bullish sentiment, and a low put/call ratio indicates the dominance of bulls. With further increases in volume and positive technical indicators, further gains are possible, although short-term corrections cannot be ruled out. The bias remains bullish due to the overall market situation.

S&P 500 - Daily chart (D1)

S&P 500 - Daily chart (D1)

On the daily chart of the S&P 500, a correction is visible after the recent strong increase. The current price of 7064 indicates a slight decrease of 0.63% compared to the previous close. The uptrend remains intact, but the recent candle suggests the possibility of further consolidation or correction. Key support is around 7000, and resistance is at 7137. Volume indicates the potential for further volatility.

S&P 500 - 4H Chart

S&P 500 - 4H Chart

On the 4-hour chart, there is a consolidation after a strong increase. The price oscillates around 7064, with a slight decrease of 0.08%. The current candlestick arrangement suggests a possible correction towards the support level at 7040. The key resistance is at the level of 7102, which may pose a barrier to further increases in the short term.

S&P 500 - 1H Chart

S&P 500 - 1H Chart

The hourly chart shows reduced volatility and an attempt at stabilization after recent declines. The price oscillates around 7064, and the short-term trend is neutral. Support at 7050 may be tested, while resistance at 7080 may limit gains. Momentum indicates potential consolidation.

S&P 500 - 15-minute chart

S&P 500 - 15-minute chart

On the 15-minute chart, there is a slight selling pressure, but the support at 7050 seems to hold for now. The price is fluctuating in a narrow range, and the lack of a clear direction suggests possible consolidation. Resistance at 7070 may be difficult to break through in the near future.

S&P 500 - Options data

Options data shows a very bullish sentiment with a put/call ratio of 0.00. The highest interest in calls is at the level of $699, which coincides with the max pain level. The call volume is significantly higher than the put, suggesting further bullish expectations. High open interest at the levels of $692 and $695 may indicate potential bullish targets.

S&P 500 - Summary

The overall sentiment remains bullish, supported by options data. Key resistance is at 7100, and support is at 7050. In the short term, consolidation is possible, but the long-term uptrend remains intact. The Fear & Greed index at 67 suggests 'Greed', which may support further increases, although with possible corrections.

Oil - Daily Chart (D1)

Oil - Daily Chart (D1)

On the daily chart, WTI crude shows signs of consolidation after a strong rise. The price is around 88.70 USD, which may indicate an attempt at stabilization. Key support is at 85.00 USD, while resistance is around 92.00 USD. The candle from the previous day closed with a long upper shadow, suggesting selling pressure. Moving averages indicate the possibility of further consolidation in the near future.

Oil - 4H Chart

Oil - 4H Chart

On the 4-hour chart, a local correction is visible after the previous upward movement. The price oscillates around 88.70 USD, with possible support at 87.00 USD. The RSI is in the neutral zone, suggesting a lack of a clear direction. We are observing lower highs, which may indicate pressure from sellers. Important resistance still remains at 90.00 USD.

Oil - 1H Chart

Oil - 1H Chart

The hourly chart indicates reduced volatility with a clear resistance at the level of 89.50 USD. Oil is oscillating around the level of 88.70 USD, and current support can be observed at 88.00 USD. The moving averages are close to each other, which may indicate a lack of a clear trend. The RSI is in a neutral range, suggesting a possible sideways movement in the near future.

Oil - 15-minute chart

Oil - 15-minute chart

On the 15-minute chart, the price of oil is oscillating in a narrow range between 88.50 and 89.00 USD. Currently, we see slight upward pressure, but there is no clear trend. Short-term support is at 88.50 USD, while resistance around 89.00 USD may limit further increases.

Oil - Options data

Options data for the USO ETF indicates a very bullish sentiment, with a zero put/call ratio and high open interest at call levels. Key levels are the strike at 130 USD, which suggests expectations for further increases. The max pain at 130 USD further supports the bullish scenario. The volume of calls significantly exceeds the absence of put volume, confirming the dominance of bulls in the market.

Oil - Summary

Currently, WTI crude oil is in consolidation with key support at 87.00 USD and resistance at 90.00 USD. Options data indicates a bullish sentiment. Technical indicators do not provide a clear signal, which may suggest further consolidation. Key levels to watch are 85.00 USD as support and 92.00 USD as resistance. The market bias remains slightly bullish, due to the positive options sentiment.

Euro/Dollar - Daily Chart (D1)

Euro/Dollar - Daily Chart (D1)

On the daily chart of EUR/USD, consolidation is visible after a previous increase. Currently, the exchange rate oscillates around the level of 1.1750, which constitutes significant support. Technical indicators suggest a possible continuation of the upward trend; however, the lack of a clear direction indicates potential correction risks. Key resistance levels are 1.1850 and then 1.1950. Support can be found at 1.1650 and 1.1550, which may attract buyers in the event of declines.

Euro/Dollar - 4H Chart

Euro/Dollar - 4H Chart

On the 4-hour chart, EUR/USD shows a triangle formation, which may indicate an upcoming breakout. The price is near the upper line of the downward trend, which may suggest an upcoming test of the level 1.1780. The RSI and MACD indicators are neutral, which may indicate a lack of clear momentum. A breakout of the level 1.1780 could open the way to 1.1820.

Euro/Dollar - 1H Chart

Euro/Dollar - 1H Chart

On the hourly chart of EUR/USD, there is an attempt to bounce off the level of 1.1730, suggesting short-term buying pressure. The RSI indicator is in the neutral zone, however, the MACD indicates a potential increase in momentum. If the price breaks the level of 1.1760, a test of 1.1780 is possible. Support is at 1.1710.

Euro/Dollar - 15min Chart

Euro/Dollar - 15min Chart

On the 15-minute chart of EUR/USD, a short-term support is forming at the level of 1.1740. The price is testing the upper line of the ascending channel, which may suggest a potential breakout to the upside. Indicators show bullish divergence, which may favor further increases towards 1.1760.

Euro/Dollar - Options data

Options data for the FXE ETF indicates a very bullish sentiment with a low put/call ratio of 0.28. The largest open interest for calls is at the levels of 109 and 110, suggesting expectations for an increase in EUR/USD. Max pain is at the level of 109, which may indicate a potential target for investors. However, high OI for puts at 107 may provide support in case of declines.

Euro/Dollar - Summary

EUR/USD is showing an upward trend, supported by bullish options sentiment. Key resistance levels are 1.1780 and 1.1820. Support is at 1.1730 and 1.1710. The daily chart suggests consolidation before a possible further upward move. Options analysis indicates bullish expectations, which confirms positive market sentiment.

Pound/Dollar - Daily Chart (D1)

Pound/Dollar - Daily Chart (D1)

On the daily chart of GBP/USD, consolidation is visible after a previous increase. The price oscillates around 1.3515, which is a resistance level from previous months. The volume is moderate, which may suggest a lack of decisiveness among investors. Support is located around 1.3400, and breaking this level could open the way for further declines. The key resistance level is 1.3600, whose breach may indicate a continuation of the upward trend.

Pound/Dollar - 4H Chart

Pound/Dollar - 4H Chart

The 4-hour chart shows that the GBP/USD pair is in a slight uptrend, however, the recent candles indicate some fluctuations around 1.3515. Short-term support is at 1.3450, and resistance is at 1.3550. Technical indicators may suggest an upcoming correction if a breakout above resistance does not occur.

Pound/Dollar - 1H Chart

Pound/Dollar - 1H Chart

On the 1-hour chart, GBP/USD shows slight upward pressure, but there are also signs of volatility. The key resistance is at 1.3530, while support is located at 1.3480. Increasing volume may indicate an attempt to break through resistance, but further confirmations are needed.

Pound/Dollar - 15-minute chart

Pound/Dollar - 15-minute chart

The 15-minute chart shows consolidation in a narrow range between 1.3510 and 1.3520. We are observing increased volatility, which may suggest a possible breakout move soon. Quick support is at 1.3500, and resistance is at 1.3530.

Pound/Dollar - Options data

Current options data for the FXB ETF indicates a neutral sentiment with a Put/Call ratio of 0.92. The highest interest in put options is at the $130 level, which may indicate expectations of potential declines. Max Pain is at $128, suggesting that the current price level balances the interests of both sides.

Pound/Dollar - Summary

GBP/USD is in a consolidation phase with a slight bullish bias, but key resistance levels at 1.3530 and 1.3600 may pose challenges. Support is at 1.3400. Options data indicates a neutral sentiment, but with a slight edge for the put side. An important event will be the release of the CPI for GBP, which may influence the further direction of the pair.

Australian Dollar/Dollar - Daily Chart (D1)

Australian Dollar/Dollar - Daily Chart (D1)

On the daily chart of AUD/USD, a strong upward trend is visible, resulting from a rebound from a local minimum around 0.6800. Currently, the price oscillates around 0.7170, with key resistances at levels 0.7200 and 0.7250. Support can be observed at the level of 0.7100, which was previously a resistance. Technical indicators suggest possible further increases, but approaching resistance levels may lead to price consolidation.

Australian Dollar/Dollar - 4H Chart

Australian Dollar/Dollar - 4H Chart

On the 4-hour chart of AUD/USD, a clear upward channel is visible, with local peaks around 0.7180. The price is currently consolidating, testing the level of 0.7170. Key supports are located at levels 0.7120 and 0.7100. Momentum indicators suggest a possibility of a short-term correction, although market sentiment remains positive.

Australian Dollar/Dollar - 1H Chart

Australian Dollar/Dollar - 1H Chart

The hourly chart indicates a local consolidation in the range of 0.7150-0.7180. The price has tested the upper boundary of this range several times, suggesting the possibility of further increases after a breakout. Support at the level of 0.7150 may be crucial for maintaining the current upward trend. Short-term oscillatory indicators are neutral.

Australian Dollar/Dollar - 15min Chart

Australian Dollar/Dollar - 15min Chart

On the 15-minute chart, we observe low volatility with a slight upward trend. The price is moving within a narrow range of 0.7160-0.7180. The nearest support is at 0.7160, and resistance is at 0.7180. Technical indicators suggest a possible short-term breakout to the upside.

Australian Dollar/Dollar - Options Data

Options data for FXA indicates a bearish sentiment with a put/call ratio of 1.19. The most open call positions are at the $72 strike, which corresponds to a 2.9% increase for AUD/USD. On the put side, key support levels are $68 and $70, suggesting potential target levels during declines. Max pain is at $72, which may suggest that markets will aim for this level as options expiration approaches.

Australian Dollar/Dollar - Summary

AUD/USD is currently in an uptrend with key resistances at 0.7200 and 0.7250. Support around 0.7100 is crucial for the continuation of the upward movement. Options data suggests a bearish sentiment, but with potential for increases towards $72 on FXA. Key levels to watch are 0.7150 as support and 0.7180 as local resistance.

Dollar/Yen - Daily Chart (D1)

Dollar/Yen - Daily Chart (D1)

On the daily chart of USD/JPY, we observe a continuation of the upward trend; however, in recent weeks, there has been consolidation around 159.00. The level of 160.00 represents a significant resistance that the price has attempted to break several times without success. Support is located around 157.50, and a break of this level could suggest a correction. Trading volume is stable, indicating that investors are waiting for a clear market signal before making decisions. The overall trend remains upward, but with signs of potential exhaustion.

Dollar/Yen - 4H Chart

Dollar/Yen - 4H Chart

On the 4-hour chart, a fluctuation between 158.50 and 159.50 is visible. Currently, the price is testing the lower part of this range, which may indicate selling pressure. If the price breaks below 158.50, we could see further declines. On the other hand, a breakout above 159.50 could confirm the continuation of the upward trend. Oscillators indicate a possible correction, but there are no clear signals.

Dollar/Yen - 1H Chart

Dollar/Yen - 1H Chart

On the hourly chart of USD/JPY, a short-term downtrend is visible, with the price oscillating around 159.10. Currently, the price is below the 50-hour moving average, which suggests further weakening. Key support is located at the level of 158.80, and breaking it could accelerate the declines. Resistance is around 159.50, and breaking it could reverse the current sentiment to a more bullish one.

Dollar/Yen - 15min Chart

Dollar/Yen - 15min Chart

On the 15-minute chart, increased volatility is visible with short-term resistance at 159.20 and support at 158.90. The price shows signs of consolidation, suggesting that the market is awaiting a directional impulse. Monitoring these levels may provide clues regarding the further direction of movement. A breakout of either of these levels may indicate a short-term price movement.

Dollar/Yen - Options data

Options data on FXY indicates a very bullish sentiment, with a dominance of calls over puts (put/call ratio 0.11). Key call levels are at strikes $58, $59, and $60, which corresponds to increases of 1.8%, 3.5%, and 5.3% on USD/JPY, respectively. The sentiment is positive, which may signal expectations for increases in USD/JPY in the short term. The max pain level is $59, suggesting that the market may aim for this level by the options expiration.

Dollar/Yen - Summary

USD/JPY remains in consolidation, with key resistance levels at 160.00 and support at 157.50. Short-term support is at 158.80, and resistance at 159.50. Options data indicates a bullish sentiment, which may support increases. However, the current consolidation requires caution, and a break of key levels may indicate further direction. The current bias is neutral to bullish, with attention to possible corrections.

Dollar/Franc - Daily Chart (D1)

Dollar/Franc - Daily Chart (D1)

On the daily chart of USD/CHF, a continuation of the downward trend that has been dominant for several months is visible. The price is approaching support at 0.7750, which may serve as a short-term rebound point. However, the overall sentiment remains negative, and the resistance level is around 0.7900. The current volume suggests a lack of strong interest in changing the trend, which may lead to further declines in the near future.

Dollar/Franc - 4H Chart

Dollar/Franc - 4H Chart

On the 4-hour chart, the USD/CHF exchange rate is moving in a narrow range, oscillating between 0.7780 and 0.7830. We are observing slight selling pressure, but there is no clear direction. The key support level is 0.7750, and the resistance level is 0.7850. A breakout of either of these levels could determine the further direction of price movement.

Dollar/Franc - 1H Chart

Dollar/Franc - 1H Chart

The hourly chart shows that USD/CHF is struggling with resistance at 0.7820, followed by a downward correction. Currently, the rate is holding close to support at 0.7780, and the oscillators indicate a possible exhaustion of the downward movement. A break above 0.7820 could open the way for a test of the 0.7850 level.

Dollar/Franc - 15min Chart

Dollar/Franc - 15min Chart

On the 15-minute chart, there is a slight downward pressure with an attempt to maintain support at the level of 0.7780. The price is currently in consolidation, which may suggest a short period of stabilization before the next move. Key levels are 0.7780 as support and 0.7800 as resistance.

Dollar/Franc - Options data

Options data for FXF indicates a very bullish sentiment, with a low put/call ratio of 0.31. The highest interest in call options is at the level of $114, which suggests a potential rise in USD/CHF. The max pain level at $114 also supports the bullish outlook. The volume of call options is significantly higher than puts, which further confirms investors' positive expectations.

Dollar/Franc - Summary

Current analysis of USD/CHF suggests consolidation with slight downward pressure. Key support is at 0.7750, and resistance is at 0.7850. The options sentiment is bullish, which may suggest a potential rebound, but sellers dominate in the short term. Investors should monitor price reactions at key levels to confirm any potential trend changes.

Dollar/Canadian Dollar - Daily Chart (D1)

Dollar/Canadian Dollar - Daily Chart (D1)

On the daily chart of USD/CAD, a clear downtrend is visible, which started in mid-March. The pair is approaching the support level around 1.3600. Moving averages indicate a continuation of the downtrend, and technical indicators such as RSI suggest that the market is nearing oversold levels. If the support at 1.3600 does not hold, further declines towards 1.3500 are possible. A rise above 1.3700 could indicate an attempt at a correction.

Dollar/Canadian Dollar - 4H Chart

Dollar/Canadian Dollar - 4H Chart

On the 4-hour chart, USD/CAD continues to move sideways in the range of 1.3640-1.3680 after a previous sharp decline. Current support levels are being tested, and increased volume indicates a possible change in direction. A break below 1.3640 could open the way for further declines. A rise above 1.3680 could suggest an attempt to bounce back to 1.3720.

Dollar/Canadian Dollar - 1H Chart

Dollar/Canadian Dollar - 1H Chart

The hourly chart shows consolidation in a narrow range of 1.3645-1.3665. Current levels are crucial for the short-term direction. Moving averages are flat, indicating a lack of a clear trend. A breakout above 1.3665 could lead to testing 1.3700, while a drop below 1.3645 may accelerate the move towards 1.3600.

Dollar/Canadian Dollar - 15-minute Chart

Dollar/Canadian Dollar - 15-minute Chart

On the 15-minute chart of USD/CAD, there is an attempt to stabilize after the downward movement. The price oscillates around the level of 1.3650. Technical indicators are neutral, suggesting a lack of clear direction in the short term. A breakout above 1.3660 may lead to a short-term increase, while a drop below 1.3640 may indicate further weakening.

Dollar/Canadian Dollar - Options Data

Options data for the FXC ETF indicates a very bullish sentiment with a low put/call ratio of 0.19. Open interest for call options at $81 is the highest, which may suggest expectations for an increase in USD/CAD. Max pain is $81, meaning that the greatest pain for options will occur with a price increase. Current sentiment and positioning may suggest that the market is prepared for a rise, although caution should be taken regarding profit-taking.

Dollar/Canadian Dollar - Summary

USD/CAD remains in a downward trend with key support at 1.3600. In the short term, consolidation is possible, but options data suggests potential growth. Key levels are resistance at 1.3700 and support at 1.3600. The bias remains neutral to slightly bearish, however, increases are possible with an improvement in sentiment.

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