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US Dollar Index technical analysis: DXY emerges from the ashes, trading above 97.20 support

  • The US Dollar Index (DXY) is stabilizing above the 97.20 support level.
  • The recovery would gain credibility on a daily close above 97.60 resistance.  
 
 
 

DXY daily chart

 
The US Dollar Index (DXY) is trading near the 200-day simple moving average (DMA). The market is stabilizing somewhat but further strength is needed to confirm a potential recovery in the buck.  

DXY four-hour chart

 
DXY is trading below its main SMAs, suggesting bearish momentum in the medium term. However, the market is trying to find some footing near the 97.20 support.  
 
A daily close below this level can lead to the 96.72 level.

DXY 30-minute chart

 
DXY is trading above its 50 and 100 SMAs, suggesting a correction in the short term. The bearish pressure would likely diminish further if the market surpasses the 97.60 resistance on a daily basis. Further up lie the 98.20 resistance.

Additional key levels

 

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