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EUR/GBP falls into losses

FXStreet (Mumbai) - The EUR/GBP now trades moderately weak on the day as the cable hit a fresh session high, while the common currency struggled to extend gains despite losses in the stock markets.

Uptick stalled near Fib resistance

The bullish momentum ran out steam at 0.7278 (38.2% of 0.6931-0.7493) on Tuesday and another attempt at the same fell short by a couple of pips, following which the pair fell into losses to hit a session low of 0.7245.

Later in the day, the cross may find support if the Us markets extend Tuesday’s risk-off rally. Otherwise, the traders would await the BOE rate decision and minutes due tomorrow.

EUR/GBP Technical Levels

AT 0.7255, the immediate resistance is located at to 0.7278 (38.2% of 0.6931-0.7493), above which the cross could target 0.73 handle. ). On the other hand, a break below 0.7237 (50% of 0.7493-0.6981) would expose 0.7212 (50% of 0.6931-0.7493).

Australia jobs data in focus; 6% rise in unemployment rate expected

The Australian Bureau of Statistics, which will release new labor data tomorrow. Australia’s economy at this juncture is very vulnerable as it trying to rebalancing its economy away from the resource sector. As the impact of the mining sector boom ebbs, it will be important to monitor the significant indicators to gain an insight into the performance of the economy and also gather clues on the central bank’s future course of action. Jobs data thus assumes great importance. Job growth in Australia is believed to have eased in November. Economists polled by The Wall Street Journal estimates unemployment increased 6% during the month.
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