Analysis of the past day

On Monday, August 20, there was a mixed dynamics in the market, caused by low activity. As a result, the mood to reduce the US dollar remained, which allowed some currencies to return or renew Friday’s extremes.

Stock markets at the start of the week traded above zero, confirming the growth of optimism (Nikkei 225 -0.31, DAX +1.10, FTSE 100 +0.70, Dow 30 +0.30). The reason for maintaining optimism in the market continues to be Friday’s sentiment associated with the possibility of reducing the tension around the US and China trade confrontation.

The dollar index on the day’s results returned to the lows of Friday, confirming the safety of the downward dynamics of the dollar, which is limited to support levels: 96.20 and 96.00.

The US dollar index chart. The current price is 96.10 (10-year government bonds yield is a blue line)

Hanzenko Anton