USD/JPY
Strategy: Flat
Last week, we noted that the presence of a large Bearish Engulfing candlestick pattern suggested downward USDJPY momentum was ready to resume. Indeed, prices have slid lower and now face a formidable support in the 87.09-88.23 area. We will continued to observe from the sidelines for now as prices resolve this pivotal juncture. A break lower would open the door for rapid bearish acceleration below the 80.00 mark.

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