EUR/USD -- March 19, 2026
BEARISHEuro / US Dollar -- OTC / Interbank
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Summary
EUR/USD is drifting lower to 1.0845 as traders reduce euro exposure ahead of tomorrow's FOMC. Dollar buying is modest but persistent. The pair is testing the bottom of the consolidation range. The move is more about de-risking than a fundamental shift.
Trading Notes
Pre-FOMC dollar buying is a seasonal pattern. EUR/USD tends to drift lower 24 hours before the decision.
If 1.0830 breaks, the next support cluster is 1.0800 (psychological + weekly pivot).
Eurozone current account data was in line. No incremental catalyst for the euro.
Options market shows elevated demand for EUR/USD puts at 1.0800. This level has large barrier interest.
Prop Firm Warnings
FOMC is tomorrow at 2:00 PM ET. Close all EUR/USD positions before the event or reduce to minimal exposure.
Forex trailing drawdown on FTMO: if you are profitable on EUR/USD trades, consider closing to lock in gains. FOMC can erase 3 days of profits in 30 seconds.
Do not add to losing EUR/USD positions today. Pre-FOMC drift can accelerate.
Suggested Strategy
Light short bias. Sell rallies to 1.0870 with a stop at 1.0895. Target 1.0830, then 1.0800. Close all positions before 1:00 PM ET Wednesday. Risk 0.5% max given event risk.
News Impact
| Event | Impact | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Eurozone Current Account | low | 4:00 AM ET |
| FOMC Eve (pre-positioning) | high | All day |
Key Levels
| Level | Price |
|---|---|
| R1 | 1.0920 |
| R2 | 1.0890 |
| R3 | 1.0870 |
| PIVOT | 1.0850 |
| S1 | 1.0830 |
| S2 | 1.0800 |
| S3 | 1.0770 |
Risk Level
moderate
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