Contradictory facts and statements regarding the Middle East keep the market in a state of nervousness.

Tensions in the Middle East remain a key factor exerting significant influence on the global economy and financial markets. On one hand, reports are emerging about secret negotiations between the US and Iran, supposedly conducted through intermediaries. Even these unofficial rumors are putting noticeable pressure on the dollar, boosting the appeal of risk assets, including the euro and the British pound. However, these positive expectations are overshadowed by simultaneous actions that suggest otherwise. Reports of the deployment of 3,000 soldiers from the US 82nd Airborne Division to the Middle East do not indicate an imminent resolution to the conflict. On the contrary, this may suggest an escalation of tensions or at least a significant continuation of military presence in the region. Such a troop deployment is often interpreted as a signal that the conflict is far from over.

Today's first half of the day in the financial markets is expected to be eventful, as investors' attention will be focused on several key macroeconomic events.

In particular, data from Germany are expected, including both the current situation index and the economic expectations index from the influential IFO institute. These indicators are important barometers of the state of the Eurozone's largest economy and often serve as a guide for investment decisions. The publication of IFO data, one of Europe's leading economic research centers, typically attracts heightened interest and volatility in the euro.

Special attention will also be given to the speech of Bundesbank President Joachim Nagel. In the context of ongoing inflationary uncertainty and significant challenges facing the European economy, any statements from the head of one of the most influential central banks in the Eurozone will be closely analyzed for signals regarding monetary policy changes. Investors will be looking for hints about the ECB's future steps on interest rates and its perspective on economic growth, as well as on geopolitical tensions and energy security.

Regarding the pound, the focus will shift to the United Kingdom inflation data. The key event will be the publication of the UK consumer price index data. This indicator is one of the main inflation metrics and plays a decisive role in the Bank of England's monetary policy decisions. Along with the overall index, analysts will closely monitor the core consumer price index, which excludes the most volatile components like energy prices, which is particularly important right now. Statistics for these indicators will provide insight into the current level of inflationary pressure in the economy. Additionally, a speech by Bank of England Monetary Policy Committee member Megan Greene is expected. Her comments may contain important hints regarding the central bank's future steps. In light of the current economic challenges and inflationary trends, any speech from Bank of England representatives will be thoroughly analyzed for signals of potential interest rate changes.

If the data aligns with economists' expectations, it is advisable to act based on the Mean Reversion strategy. If the data significantly exceeds or falls short of economists' expectations, the Momentum strategy is better suited.

Momentum Strategy (Breakout):

For the EUR/USD Pair

• Buy on a breakout at 1.1625, which may lead to an increase in the euro to around 1.1645 and 1.1665;
• Sell on a breakout at 1.1584, which may lead to a drop in the euro to around 1.1550 and 1.1525;

For the GBP/USD Pair

• Buy on a breakout at 1.3390, which may lead to an increase in the pound to around 1.3420 and 1.3450;
• Sell on a breakout at 1.3355, which may lead to a drop in the pound to around 1.3325 and 1.3300;

For the USD/JPY Pair

• Buy on a breakout at 159.18, which may lead to an increase in the dollar to around 159.47 and 159.77;
• Sell on a breakout at 158.87, which may lead to a drop in the dollar to around 158.47 and 157.99;

Mean Reversion Strategy (Return):

For the EUR/USD Pair

• Look for sell opportunities after a failed breakout above 1.1605 on a return below that level;
• Look for buy opportunities after a failed breakout below 1.1579 on a return to that level;

For the GBP/USD Pair

• Look for sell opportunities after a failed breakout above 1.3405 on a return below that level;
• Look for buy opportunities after a failed breakout below 1.3363 on a return to that level;

For the AUD/USD Pair

• Look for sell opportunities after a failed breakout above 0.6989 on a return below that level;
• Look for buy opportunities after a failed breakout below 0.6947 on a return to that level;

For the USD/CAD Pair

• Look for sell opportunities after a failed breakout above 1.3787 on a return below that level;
• Look for buy opportunities after a failed breakout below 1.3762 on a return to that level;