FXStreet (Mumbai) – The GBP/USD ran into offers at the hourly 100-MA level located at 1.5157 levels following which the spot pared gains to trade around 1.5150 levels.
USD bid in early Europe
The USD is finding some love, especially against the European majors, although the uptick is moderate and lacks major fundamental trigger. Meanwhile, the uptick in the FTSE and mining stocks like Glencore is offering support to Sterling.
At the moment, the pair appears stuck between its hourly 100-MA and hourly 50-MA located at 1.5157 and 1.5142 levels, respectively. Ahead in the day, sharp moves could be seen after the release of the US nonfarm payrolls report.
GBP/USD Technical Levels
At 1.5150, the immediate resistance is seen at 1.5157 (100-MA), above which the spot could target 1.52 levels. On the other hand, support is seen at 1.5142 (hourly 50-MA) and 1.51 levels.
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