To open long positions on the GBP / USD pair, you need:

Buyers missed the support level of 1.2963, and the main task for the second half of the day is to return to this range, which will allow forming the lower limit of the new ascending channel and count on the continued growth of the pound in the region of maximum 1.3016 and 1.3064. In the case of a further downward correction of the GBP/USD pair, taking a closer look from the 1.2896 or 1.2835 low is the best option in considering for long positions.

To open short positions on the GBP / USD pair, you need:

Failing to fix above the resistance of 1.2963 in the second half of the day will be a signal to open short positions in the pound. However, the main task is to return to the support level of 1.2896, which will likely update the minimum of 1.2835, where I recommend taking profits. In the case of a return of GBP/USD to the resistance level of 1.2963, it is best to return to short positions from the maximum of 1.3016 and 1.3064.

Indicator signals:

Moving averages

Trade returned to the area of 30- and 50-day moving, which indicates the lateral nature of the market.

Bollinger bands

Volatility remains low, which does not give signals to enter the market.

More in the video forecast for January 18

Description of indicators

MA (moving average) 50 days - yellow

MA (moving average) 30 days - green

MACD: fast EMA 12, slow EMA 26, SMA 9

Bollinger Bands 20