Forex Technical Analysis Today | October 16, 2026

Oct 16, 2026 / By Shereen Rami / in Technical Analysis

Technical analysis of some currency pairs:

Technical Analysis Report (October 16, 2026):

 

GBP-16-10-2026

The GBP/USD chart on the hourly time frame:

The pair recorded a strong rebound from recent lows, breaking above previous resistance levels. The MACD reflects continued positive momentum, although price is approaching a resistance zone that could limit further gains.

●    Overall Trend: Short-term bullish.
●    Support: 1.3260, followed by 1.3210.
●    Resistance: 1.3290, followed by 1.3310.


Technical Outlook: A break above 1.3290 could extend the upside, while a drop below 1.3260 may trigger a downward correction.

EUR-16-10-2026

EUR/USD chart on the hourly time frame:

The pair staged a strong bullish rebound following a sharp decline, recovering part of its losses. Buying momentum is improving as price approaches key resistance, while the MACD indicates that the recovery attempt remains underway.

●    Overall Trend: Choppy, with a short-term bullish rebound.
●    Support: 1.1198, followed by 1.1165.
●    Resistance: 1.1235, followed by 1.1275.

Technical Outlook: A break above 1.1235 could support further gains, while a drop below 1.1198 may revive selling pressure.

JPY-16-10-2026

USDJPY chart on the hourly time frame:

The pair declined sharply from recent highs and is trading near a key support zone. Despite attempts to rebound, momentum remains tilted to the downside, while the MACD reflects persistent selling pressure.

●    Overall Trend: Short-term bearish.
●    Support: 157.82, followed by 157.52.
●    Resistance: 158.12, followed by 158.42.

Technical Outlook: A break below 157.82 could expose 157.52, while a move above 158.12 may support a corrective rebound.