GBP/USD: Down 0.17% to 1.3236 — Bearish — Price Below Key MAs
· Forex · MarketsFN Team
GBP/USD: Down 0.17% to 1.3236 — Bearish — Price Below Key MAs
Published: July 01, 2026 · MarketsFN Team
| Pair | Rate | Change | RSI(14) | SMA-20 | SMA-50 | 52W High | 52W Low | Pivot | R1 | S1 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GBP/USD | 1.3236 | -0.17% | 39.3 | 1.3308 | 1.3419 | 1.3825 | 1.3167 | 1.3248 | 1.3281 | 1.3221 |
GBP/USD is trading at 1.3236, down 0.17% on the day, as it continues to consolidate below key moving averages. The pair has been under pressure, trading below both its 20-day and 50-day simple moving averages at 1.3308 and 1.3419, respectively, indicating a prevailing downtrend. The Relative Strength Index (RSI) stands at 39.3, still within neutral territory, suggesting that while the downtrend is intact, the pair is not yet oversold. The Average True Range (ATR) of 0.0081 indicates moderate daily volatility.
The current rate is slightly below the pivot level at 1.3248, with resistance at R1 at 1.3281 and support at S1 at 1.3221. The day's range has been between 1.3230 and 1.3263, with the pair closing lower for the day. The market may be underpricing the potential for further downside given the established downtrend and the pair's position relative to its moving averages.
Looking ahead, a break below S1 at 1.3221 could signal further weakness, potentially targeting the 52-week low of 1.3167. Conversely, a move above R1 at 1.3281 could indicate a short-term reversal, with the 20-day SMA at 1.3308 as the next upside target. The upcoming European session data and economic releases will be crucial in determining the near-term direction of GBP/USD.
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