Today, the British pound moved in line with the Mean Reversion strategy. I did not take any trades based on the Momentum strategy.

The pound strengthened following strong UK GDP data, while the euro posted modest gains after Germany's unemployment figures came in better than expected. These macroeconomic releases, published during the first half of the trading day, provided short-term support for risk assets. However, the upward momentum remained limited.

The market's attention will now shift to the U.S. Consumer Confidence Index. This indicator reflects households' expectations regarding current and future economic conditions. A high level of consumer confidence generally indicates a willingness to spend, supporting economic growth and the U.S. dollar. Conversely, a decline in the index may signal growing consumer concerns, weaker spending, and, consequently, put pressure on the U.S. dollar.

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics will also release the JOLTS Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey. This report provides valuable insight into labor market conditions beyond the traditional unemployment rate. A high number of job openings combined with low labor turnover may indicate strong demand for workers, reinforcing expectations of a healthy economy and supporting the U.S. dollar. Conversely, declining job openings and rising labor turnover may be interpreted as a sign of a slowing labor market.

The Housing Price Index will also be released. This indicator reflects price trends in the housing market, an important component of household wealth and inflation dynamics. Rising house prices generally indicate strong demand and may signal inflationary pressures, potentially encouraging the Federal Reserve to maintain a more restrictive monetary policy, thereby supporting the U.S. dollar.

Finally, the Chicago PMI will be published. This regional manufacturing index is a leading indicator of activity in the manufacturing sector. A reading above 50 generally signals expansion, while a reading below 50 indicates contraction. A strong PMI could provide additional support for the U.S. dollar by pointing to resilience in the manufacturing sector.

If the data comes in stronger than expected, I will rely on the Momentum strategy. If the market shows little or no reaction to the releases, I will continue using the Mean Reversion strategy.

Momentum Strategy (Breakout) for the Second Half of the Day

EUR/USD

• A breakout above 1.1408 could push the euro toward 1.1436 and 1.1459.
• A breakout below 1.1385 could send the euro lower toward 1.1356 and 1.1327.

GBP/USD

• A breakout above 1.3250 could lift the pound toward 1.3270 and 1.3290.
• A breakout below 1.3220 could push the pound down toward 1.3191 and 1.3170.

USD/JPY

• A breakout above 162.35 could lift the U.S. dollar toward 162.64 and 162.92.
• A breakout below 162.10 could trigger a decline toward 161.83 and 161.56.

Mean Reversion Strategy for the Second Half of the Day

EUR/USD

• I will look for short positions after a false breakout above 1.1414 followed by a move back below this level.
• I will look for long positions after a false breakout below 1.1379 followed by a return above this level.

GBP/USD

• I will look for short positions after a false breakout above 1.3250 followed by a move back below this level.
• I will look for long positions after a false breakout below 1.3217 followed by a return above this level.

AUD/USD

• I will look for short positions after a false breakout above 0.6895 followed by a move back below this level.
• I will look for long positions after a false breakout below 0.6870 followed by a return above this level.

USD/CAD

• I will look for short positions after a false breakout above 1.4246 followed by a move back below this level.
• I will look for long positions after a false breakout below 1.4220 followed by a return above this level.