FX.co ★ Elliott wave analysis of GBP/JPY for May 20, 2019

GBP/JPY dipped to a low of 139.53 and tested the 50% corrective target. We are looking for confirmation that the wave 2 has completed with the test of 139.53 and a new rally higher. A breakout above resistance at 140.69 will be a strong indication that the wave 3 higher to 151.50 is developing.

Short-term support is now seen at 139.98 and again at 139.77.

R3: 142.21

R2: 141.71

R3: 141.17

Pivot: 140.69

S1: 140.13

S2: 139.98

S3: 139.77

Trading recommendation:

We have bought GBP at 139.80 and we will place our stop at 139.45.