13.02.202510:08 Forex Analysis & Reviews: USD/JPY: Simple Trading Tips for Beginner Traders on February 13. Analysis of Yesterday's Forex Trades

Analysis of Trades and Trading Tips for the Japanese Yen

A test of the 153.78 price level occurred when the MACD indicator had just begun moving upward from the zero mark, confirming a valid buy entry for the U.S. dollar. As a result, the pair rose toward the target level of 154.35.

Today's data on the money supply aggregate and machinery orders led to a slight strengthening of the yen; however, this was not enough to counter yesterday's bullish momentum for the dollar. Market expectations ahead of the Bank of Japan's upcoming meeting also contributed positively, as many analysts believe the BoJ may continue its policy of interest rate hikes, which could strengthen the yen against the dollar.

In the short term, the movement of the USD/JPY pair will depend on several factors, including US macroeconomic data, statements from central bank representatives, and global investor sentiment.

For my intraday strategy, I will focus primarily on the outcomes of scenarios #1 and #2.

Buy Signal

Scenario #1: I will consider buying USD/JPY today if the price reaches 154.35 (green line on the chart) with a target of 155.15 (thicker green line on the chart). At 155.15, I plan to exit long positions and initiate short trades, expecting a 30-35 pip downward move. Re-entering long positions is preferable on pullbacks and significant corrections in USD/JPY. Important! Before buying, ensure the MACD indicator is above the zero mark and just beginning to rise.

Scenario #2: I will also consider buying USD/JPY if the price tests 153.83 twice while the MACD indicator is in oversold territory. This will limit the pair's downside potential and trigger an upward market reversal. The expected target levels are 154.35 and 155.15.

Sell Signal

Scenario #1: Selling USD/JPY will be considered only after breaking below the 153.83 level (red line on the chart), likely triggering a rapid decline in the pair. The key target for sellers will be 153.22, where I plan to exit short positions and immediately buy on a rebound (expecting a 20-25 pip upward move). Important! Before selling, ensure the MACD indicator is below the zero mark and beginning to decline.

Scenario #2: I will also consider selling USD/JPY if the price tests 154.35 twice while the MACD indicator is in overbought territory. This will cap the pair's upside potential and trigger a downward reversal. The expected downside targets are 153.83 and 153.22.

Chart Notes

• Thin green line: Entry price for buying the trading instrument.
• Thick green line: A suggested target for Take Profit or manually locking in profits, as further growth above this level is unlikely.
• Thin red line: Entry price for selling the trading instrument.
• Thick red line: A suggested target for Take Profit or manually locking in profits, as further decline below this level is unlikely.
• MACD Indicator: Critical for identifying overbought and oversold zones to guide market entry decisions.

Important Note for Beginner Traders

• Always approach market entry decisions cautiously.
• Avoid trading during major news releases to sidestep volatile price swings.
• If trading during news releases, always set stop-loss orders to minimize losses.
• Trading without stop-loss orders or money management practices can quickly deplete your deposit, especially when using large volumes.
• A clear trading plan, like the one outlined above, is essential for successful trading. Spontaneous trading decisions based on current market conditions are inherently disadvantageous for intraday traders.