16.12.202210:46 Forex Analysis & Reviews: Recent decline in markets is unlikely to be a signal for a global reversal

Pressure returned on markets due to negative sentiment that followed the Fed's decision on interest rates. Most likely, players wanted to lock in gains on assets at more interesting prices, so even though the rate hike and latest economic statistics in the US were not surprising, they did their best to trigger a collapse, using recession fears as an excuse. Of course, it could also be because the Fed said they expected a slightly higher average interest rate level, but that was not new, as is the economic data that was lower than expected.

Nevertheless, it is unlikely that yesterday's decline is a sign of a global reversal as an important leading indicator, which is US treasuries, did not show a strong increase. Stock markets are also beginning to grow since today's European session, and this may continue until the US trading session. It seems that the gold market is climbing as well, while dollar is declining smoothly.

There will probably a rally today and for the remaining two weeks until the end of the year, which will not only recover yesterday's losses, but will also lead to a noticeable increase in risk appetite, accompanied by a weaker dollar.

Forecasts for today:

EUR/USD

The pair halted at 1.0655, but stabilization in markets and increased drisk appetite could push it towards 1.0785.

USD/CAD

The pair is trading within the range of 1.3525-1.3700. If market sentiment improves, it could stay at 1.3525.