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JPN225 H4 | Bullish Bounce At Key Support Based on the H4 chart analysis, we can see that the price is falling to our buy entry level at 64,757, which is a pullback support that aligns with the 38.2% Fibonacci retracement. Our stop loss is set at 63,913.97, which is an overlap support that aligns with the 61.8% Fibonacci retracement. Take profit is set at 66,701.13, which is an overlap resistance level. High Risk Investment Warning 65% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs with this provider. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money.

Nikkei 225 Eyes 66k as Wall Street Rebounds The daily chart shows a potential tweezer bottom at 63,733 - and a double bottom at the same level on the 4-hour chart. A potential falling wedge pattern is also forming, which can be a bullish continuation pattern which projects a target near its cycle highs, just below 70k. Also note support was found around the 100-day EMA and the RSI (2) reached oversold recently and is now moving higher to suggest a swing low may have formed. While I am not fully convinced yet that a direct rally to 70k is on the cards, I do see potential for a rally over the near-term. Wall Street rallied overnight, the the KOSPI 100 - which shares a stronger correlation with the Nikkei - is holding above support. If the KOSPI can take Wall Street's lead, the Nikkei could follow. MS

by StoneX Trading

Weekly Outlook NQ ES NKD Gold DXY Euro Crude Bitcoin. 20/09/26 Outlook on Indexes Commodities Forex Cryptos. My thought process and what to expect for next week

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by Tra3er_NeXuS

Tech breakout wave reaches the Nikkei Whether you’re talking the SOX index in the United States, the broader Nasdaq, or an increasing number of other tech-related indices, the bulls are clearly starting to stir, with breakout after breakout after breakout seen over the past couple of days. The Nikkei looks like it could be next. The index broke the falling wedge it had been coiling in for well over a month on Monday, pushing through both the 50 and 100-day moving averages before stalling at 66,700, a resistance level that capped the price for lengthy periods in August and early September. While we’ve seen multiple moves through the level, none have stuck, making it the focal point today. We’ve seen the price move back above 66,700 in early Asia, albeit in thin trading with Japanese markets still closed for a prolonged five-day long weekend. As such, while there should be a caveat on the bullish price action, the close today still looms as important. With RSI (14) trending higher and now back above 50, and MACD having staged a bullish crossover and sitting on the cusp of flipping positive, upside momentum looks to be building, favouring buying dips and breakouts. If we were to see the current move above 66,700 stick, preferably on a closing basis, longs could be set above the level with a tight stop beneath for protection, initially targeting a test of 69,390, where the index has stalled on four separate occasions earlier this year. 67,366 is a level of note located in between, marking the high set on August 27. A sustained break of 69,390 would have bulls salivating at the prospect of a potential retest of the record highs at 73,520. If the move above 66,700 fails once again, it would bring the immediate bullish bias into question, opening the door to setups targeting moves in either direction. Good luck! DS

Japan 225 Extends the Recovery — Can Bulls Push Toward 67,500?Market Structure Japan 225 has shifted into a strong short-term bullish structure on the 4-hour chart. After rebounding from mid-September lows, the index has established a series of higher highs and higher lows, climbing steadily toward a key resistance zone. Although the recent rally has paused slightly, buyers continue to maintain control of the short-term trend. Market Sentiment - Moderately Bullish Market sentiment is moderately bullish. Buying momentum has strengthened significantly over recent sessions, while pullbacks have remained relatively shallow. Unless Japan 225 falls back below key support, the short-term outlook continues to favor additional upside. Bullish Scenario If Japan 225 holds above 66,500 and breaks above 67,200, buyers could extend the recovery toward the next resistance around 67,500. A sustained breakout above that level would reinforce the current bullish structure and signal continuation of the recovery. Bearish Scenario If price breaks below 66,500, short-term selling pressure could increase and push the index toward the next support around 65,900. A decisive move below that level would suggest bullish momentum is fading and a deeper pullback may develop. ──────────────────── Market Outlook Japan 225 continues to recover after establishing a solid base near recent lows. While the broader short-term trend remains constructive, the next directional move will likely depend on whether buyers can break above the recent swing high or sellers begin to take profits near resistance. ──────────────────── Key Levels First Resistance: 67,200 Second Resistance: 67,500 First Support: 66,500 Second Support: 65,900 ──────────────────── Future Scenarios A sustained move above the First Resistance would suggest buyers remain in control and could extend the recovery toward the Second Resistance. However, if price breaks below the First Support, bearish momentum may strengthen and expose the Second Support. ──────────────────── Event Risk Japan 225 may remain sensitive to upcoming Bank of Japan commentary, U.S. economic data, global equity market sentiment, Treasury yield movements, and fluctuations in the Japanese Yen. However, price action remains the key indicator. If positive news cannot push price above the First Resistance, upside momentum may begin to slow. Conversely, if Japan 225 breaks below the First Support despite supportive headlines, it would suggest sellers are becoming increasingly active. ──────────────────── Please share your view below: Do you expect Japan 225 to continue its recovery, or is a short-term pullback about to begin? More market structure and key level updates will be shared regularly.

Decision time for Nikkei as price action compresses We’re getting close to decision time when it comes to the Nikkei, with price action becoming compressed following a period of weakness. The setup marginally favours an eventual resumption of the prior bearish trend, but I’m waiting for confirmation one way or another through a break of the structure before making any decisions. A clean break of uptrend support running from the lows hit on Monday would put a retest of 62,715 on the cards, with the swing low set in early August at 62,058 and another swing low set in late July at 60,433 other potential targets if we were to see an extension of the prevailing bearish trend. Of course, if we saw a break above downtrend resistance running from the highs set in early September that sticks, 64,000 would be the first hurdle for bulls. A push above there may encourage more buyers to join in, putting 64,915, 65,355 and 65,750 in play initially. Momentum marginally favours the bears, with RSI (14) sitting beneath 50, while MACD remains negative and is starting to converge on the signal line. One factor that partially offsets the bearish technical bias is the reversal underway in USD/JPY. A weaker yen has historically tended to be supportive for the Nikkei given the index’s large weighting of exporters and offshore earners, potentially providing some support even if the technical structure remains vulnerable. At this stage, the setup marginally favours the bears, but realistically a definitive price break from the structure would be far more informative on potential near-term directional risks. Good luck! DS

JP225 4H: Rebound Into EMA200/POC — Shorts Stay On JP225 4H 【Current view】 The rebound from Sep 2 ran into Sep 7 and briefly cleared the EMA200, but failed at the prior swing high of 67,342.01. Price then sold off and undercut the prior swing low at 63,681.35. The tape has been choppy, but both the trend and the structure are clearly down. The bounce from the Sep 11 low is still underway. Into the open I expect rejection from the EMA50 or the EMA200. The VPSR POC (thick white line) sits in the same area as the EMA200. Without the energy to clear that zone, the bearish case stays intact. 【Key levels】 Support: 63,681.35 Resistance: 66,773.44 【Scenario】 Which line rejects is a next-week price-action question. Base case is a turn from the EMA50 / EMA200 area, with the upside heavy into FOMC. Next event after that is the BOJ meeting on Sep 17–18. 【Bias】 The rebound does not change the read. Risk-off stays in play. Stay short. A clean break above the EMA200 and the POC is a warning. A 4H body close above 66,773.44 and the short plan moves to the sidelines. #JP225 #Nikkei225

by LIVERMORE333

JPN225 – D1 | Bearish Bias JPN225 – D1 | Bearish Bias JPN225 continues to trade inside a broad consolidation after being rejected from the 69K–70K supply zone. The daily structure remains bearish, with lower highs and price currently testing the 64K support area. As long as price remains below 66K–66.8K, the preferred scenario is sell on rallies. 🔴 Key resistance: 65K / 66K–66.8K / 69K–70K 🟢 Key support: 64K / 60K–61K A confirmed daily close below 64K could open the way toward 61K–60K. On the other hand, a daily reclaim above 66.8K would weaken the bearish setup and potentially send price back toward 69K–70K. Bias: BEARISH below 66.8K Breakdown <64K → 61K–60K Breakout >66.8K → 69K–70K

JP225 4H — Short Holds Below 63681, Stand Aside Above 66773 JP225 4H Current structure The week started with a drop toward 62,600, then bounced in line with USDJPY turning weaker in yen terms. The post-FOMC chop was digested and price extended toward 65,800. Friday’s close was 65,079.67. Price is capped at the VPSR POC (thick white line). EMA20/50 were close to a golden cross on the 18th and the bounce has energy, but the structure remains a downtrend from the Aug 14 high. Without a 4H closing body through POC, I still treat this as bearish continuation. Monday scenario First level is POC at 65,812.17. If it caps price and 63,681.35 breaks on a 4H closing body, I look for a break of the Sep 14 low at 62,669.75. A 4H closing body through POC does not exit the short immediately. It only switches the short to caution: no new adds. If price then fails to clear 66,773.44 on a 4H closing body, the downtrend stays intact. Stand-aside only after a 4H closing body through 66,773.44. Levels POC: ~65,800 Resistance: 66,773.44 (next 67,342.01) Support: 63,681.35 (next 62,669.75 / 60,425.85) Plan The call is from JP225 4H structure. No new shorts on Monday. POC holds as resistance and price prints a 4H closing body through 63,681.35 → Weakness continues. Keep existing shorts. 4H closing body through POC → Shorts go to caution. No new adds. A failed rebound below 66,773.44 keeps the downtrend intact. After caution, 4H closing body through 66,773.44 → Stand aside. #JP225 #Nikkei225

by LIVERMORE333

Japan 225 Holds Key Support – Can Buyers Regain Momentum?Market Structure Japan 225 remains in a short-term bearish structure on the 4-hour chart. Although selling pressure has eased near the recent lows, the index continues to trade below previous swing highs, suggesting that the broader trend has yet to turn higher. Price is currently consolidating around a key support area, waiting for fresh directional momentum. Market Sentiment - Bearish Although selling pressure has slowed near support, the overall structure continues to show lower highs and lower lows. Buyers have not yet reclaimed the key resistance levels, so the short-term sentiment remains bearish until a confirmed breakout occurs. Bullish Scenario If price continues to hold above the 63,500 support area and breaks above 64,300, bullish momentum could strengthen and open the way toward the 64,900 resistance zone. A sustained move above that level would suggest buyers are regaining control. Bearish Scenario If price breaks below 63,500, selling pressure could increase and drive the index toward the 63,000 support area. Losing that level may trigger another wave of downside momentum. ──────────────────── Market Outlook Japan 225 is currently trading near an important support zone after an extended decline. While downside momentum has slowed, buyers still need to reclaim key resistance levels before confirming a stronger recovery. ──────────────────── Key Levels First Resistance: 64,300 Second Resistance: 64,900 First Support: 63,500 Second Support: 63,000 ──────────────────── Future Scenarios A break above the first resistance would indicate improving buying momentum and could lead to another attempt toward the second resistance. On the other hand, a break below the first support would reinforce the current bearish structure and increase the probability of a move toward the second support. ──────────────────── Event Risk Japan 225 may remain sensitive to Bank of Japan policy expectations, U.S. market performance, global risk sentiment, and movements in the Japanese yen. Price action remains the key signal. If positive news fails to lift the index above the first resistance, upside momentum may remain limited. Conversely, a break below the first support would indicate that sellers are still in control. ──────────────────── Please share your view below: Do you think Japan 225 will rebound from this support area, or is another move lower more likely? More market structure and key level updates will be shared regularly.

Nikkei 225: Still Making New Highs?Myth: the Nikkei's big rally is still fully intact, just taking a breather before the next leg up. Here's what the last 140 bars on the 4-hour chart actually show. The index printed its high, 72,831.73, back in early spring, then sold off hard to 60,448.90, a roughly 17% swing. It recovered from there, but the second rally topped out at 69,608.24, more than 3,200 points below the original high. A lower high after a big decline isn't a detail, it's the first real crack in an uptrend's structure. Since that second, lower top, the index has been sliding again, and it's currently sitting around 63,500, roughly midway between the 60,449 low and the 69,608 lower high. The straight line connecting the two tops on the chart is still intact resistance, price hasn't come close to challenging it on this leg down. So the honest version isn't 'healthy pause,' it's: two attempts at new highs, the second one weaker than the first, and price now testing the middle of that whole range again. A reclaim of the 69,608 lower-high line would go a long way toward repairing the uptrend story. A slide back toward 60,449 would confirm the lower high was the real signal all along. No prediction, just the sequence of highs and lows as they actually printed. Does a lower high after a 17% correction still count as "still in an uptrend" to you, or is that where the label stops applying?

JPN225: Triangle broken, Trade in profit what comes next?In this video is the update to the Nikkei 225 trade idea from 3 September 2026, when Japan’s 10-year bond yield surpassed 3% for the first time since 1996 and the index dropped by 2.85% to its lowest levels in four weeks at 64,325. Entry: 63,000-64,274. Descending triangle was the formation and the contracting MACD histogram which was deep into the negative zone was the trigger;the exact setup that called for the best week for the Hang Seng since March 2025. On 4 September Softbank and AI semiconductor stocks jumped 806 points. On 7 September, thanks to Kioxia and SoftBank the index increased by 2.12% to 66,399. Descending triangle has been violated to the upside and the trade is now making money. However, the chart has formed a new symmetrical triangle inside the rebound phase, and in this video I will show you exactly where this triangle is, where the breakout level is, where the trailing stop now stands, and why 66,250 is the next target level. Whether you trade indices or want to learn how patterns develop during the recovery, this video is for you.

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by Kearabilwe-Nonyana

Japan 225 Pulls Back Into Support — Will Buyers Step In Again?Market Structure Japan 225 remains in a broad consolidation after a sharp decline from its recent highs. Although buyers managed to stage a strong recovery from the latest swing low, price is now pulling back within the range, suggesting the market is waiting for fresh momentum before choosing its next direction. Market Sentiment - Neutral to Slightly Bearish Market sentiment is currently neutral with a slight bearish bias. Selling pressure has eased, but buyers have yet to reclaim key resistance levels needed to confirm renewed bullish momentum. Bullish Scenario If price holds above 65,000 and buyers regain control, Japan 225 could rebound toward 65,900. A successful breakout above 66,500 would improve the medium-term outlook and shift momentum back in favor of the bulls. Bearish Scenario If 65,000 fails to hold as support, sellers could extend the decline toward 64,300. A break below this level would expose the recent swing lows near 63,800 and increase downside pressure. ──────────────────── Market Outlook Japan 225 is currently trading inside a consolidation range following recent volatility. The next directional move will likely depend on whether buyers can defend support or sellers regain momentum below the current range. ──────────────────── Key Levels First Resistance 65,900 Second Resistance 66,500 First Support 65,000 Second Support 64,300 ──────────────────── Future Scenarios A sustained recovery above 65,900 would indicate improving buying momentum and could lead to another test of 66,500. Breaking above that level would strengthen the bullish outlook and suggest the recent correction has ended. Alternatively, losing 65,000 would likely attract additional selling pressure, with 64,300 becoming the next downside objective. A break below there could open the door for another move toward 63,800. ──────────────────── Event Risk Japan 225 may remain sensitive to both domestic and global macroeconomic developments. Traders should monitor Bank of Japan policy expectations, U.S. economic data, Treasury yields, movements in USDJPY, and overall global equity sentiment. These factors could significantly influence short-term market direction. Ultimately, price action remains the strongest confirmation. If positive catalysts fail to lift the index above 65,900–66,500, upside momentum may remain limited. Conversely, if bearish news cannot push price below 65,000–64,300, buyers may gradually regain control. ──────────────────── Please share your view below: Do you expect Japan 225 to hold support and resume its recovery, or will sellers push the index toward another leg lower? More market structure and key level updates will be shared regularly.

#Nikkei - 30,000 Points Move on Cards?Date: 12-02-2026 #Nikkei Pivot: 57,780.00 Support: 52,699.18 Resistance: 62,908.98 🔼 Upside Levels: L1: 69,976.49 | L2: 77,044.00 | L3: 84,268.00 | L4: 91,492.00 🔽 Downside Levels: L1: 45,607.59 | L2: 38,516.00 | L3: 31,292.00 | L4: 24,068.00 Watch reaction near pivot for trend direction. Plan entries & exits with risk control. #StockMarket #TradingLevels #PivotPoint #SupportResistance #TechnicalAnalysis #SwingTrading #PriceAction

by Micro_trades123

Nikkei faces key market risks Japan's Nikkei index futures couldn't hold their early advance, turning red by over 1% earlier, before bouncing modestly off the lows. Rising global yields, the threat of reverse yen-funded carry trades, rising oil prices and higher interest rates are among key risks facing global markets, and more so those that are reliant on energy imports. The Nikkei is still in consolidation mode, but the loss of prior bullish momentum, and the fact we have seen a couple of lower highs suggests a potential breakdown below the trend line and support in the 64,000-64,700 area could be on the cards. If so, we could see a sharp move lower in the coming days, possibly targeting recent lows and the longer-term trend confluence with 200-day, all coming into play around the psychological 60,000 level. The bulls, meanwhile, will want to see a break above 66,780 resistance. But risks are clearly to the downside. By Fawad Razaqzada, FOREX.com analyst.

JAP225 Bearish Divergence JAP225 has made a bearish divergence after testing the resistance zone at 66,654 and 66,361. The price will now move down to test the RBS at 65,170.

by Hamza_Rafaqat

Nikkei daily outlook & Narrative. 08.09.2026, Tuesday PEPPERSTONE:JPN225 Thoughts on Nikkei Index. Walkthrough of different setups

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by Tra3er_NeXuS

JP225 1H Long Setup — Breakout Continuation Toward 67,300 Ticker: JP225 / Japan 225 CFD Timeframe: 1H Bias: Bullish / Long Setup: JP225 has shown a strong recovery from the 63,750–64,000 support zone and has broken above the short-term resistance area. After the breakout, price is holding above the Alligator lines, showing improving bullish momentum. Entry: Around 65,125 Take Profit: 67,300 Stop Loss: 64,031 Risk / Reward: Approximately 1:1.99 Reason for the trade: 1. Price formed support near the 63,750–64,000 zone. 2. Strong bullish recovery after the support hold. 3. Breakout above short-term resistance. 4. Price is trading above the Alligator lines. 5. RSI is around 66, showing bullish momentum but not yet extremely overbought. 6. The setup offers nearly 1:2 risk/reward. Invalidation: The setup becomes weak if price falls back below the breakout area and closes below 65,125. A deeper breakdown below 64,031 would invalidate the long setup. Important note: This is an active breakout-continuation idea. Since price has already moved above the entry area, fresh entries should be considered only on a valid retest or a clean continuation breakout. This is not financial advice; trade should be managed according to personal risk management rules.

JPN225 H4 | Bulls Ready for Another Push Higher Based on the H4 chart analysis, we could see the price fall to our buy entry level at 65,231.56, which is an overlap support. Our stop loss is set at 63,690.18, which is a pullback support. Our take profit is set at 67,575.86, which is a pullback resistance. High Risk Investment Warning 65% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs with this provider. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money.

JP225 1D: 4 Rejections at EMA 50 EMA Structure: A Death Cross (EMA 20/50) occurred on Sept 2nd. Currently, the EMAs are parallel, indicating we are in the "setup" phase before a potential acceleration. The Ceiling: Since Aug 27th, the market has attempted to break above the Daily EMA 50 four separate times, failing to close above it every single time. This persistent rejection highlights significant overhead supply. Price Targets: If the EMAs begin to slope downward and diverge, the primary macro target is the EMA 200 (approx. 60,425.85). The daily chart confirms that the macro structure is leaning bearish but lacks the "slope" to confirm immediate momentum. This aligns perfectly with my 4H "Neutral" stance. I am waiting for the daily EMAs to curl down as a confluence signal for my 4H short criteria. The 1D chart is building a bearish case, but the trigger hasn't been pulled. By adhering to my strict 4H entry rules, I am positioned to capture the potential start of a macro downward acceleration while avoiding the current noise.

by LIVERMORE333

JP225 4H: Short Setup Only If 3 Criteria Are Met EMA Structure: The EMA 20/50 Death Cross remains intact. However, both EMAs are currently curling upward, and the spread is narrowing. This indicates strong counter-trend momentum, making premature shorting risky. Price Action: Closed at 65,789. Price is currently testing a critical resistance zone where the EMA 50 and the VPSR POC (approx. 65,808) converge. Standing aside for now. No exceptions. I am waiting for the following three conditions to be met on the 4H closing basis: Price must close clearly below the POC (65,808) and EMA 50. The recent swing high (66,523.44) must hold. (The scenario is invalidated if the 4H candle closes above this level). EMA 20 slope must flatten, and the narrowing of the EMA 20/50 spread must stop (confirming momentum exhaustion). The first 4H candle of the week is for "confirmation," not for entry. We are seeing a collision between the macro bearish structure (Death Cross) and the short-term bullish rebound. "Staying out of the market is currently the biggest edge." #JP225 #Nikkei225

by LIVERMORE333

JPN225: 3% yields, a descending triangle,Here Is the Trade!The video has a detailed analysis of the Japan 225 and the trade setup that I have created as of 3 September 2026, the day when Japan's 10 year bond yield topped 3% for the first time since 1996 as US-Iran airstrikes increase oil prices, global inflation expectations rise, yen strengthens amid BOJ rate hike check speculation and the index falls 2.85% to four-week lows at 64,325. Nikkei index currently trades 12% down from its June peak of 73,007. Descending triangle has been developing quietly since August highs, with flat support at 63,500 and a series of lower highs. The MACD histogram is decreasing from deeply negative levels – the exact same exhaustion signal that the Hang Seng produced on the chart in July right before providing its strongest week since March 2025. I go through the details of the triangle, the trading setup, three possible target levels and finally the level which signals the triangle breakdown;62,000. This video should be interesting both to those who trade indices and want to learn about the relationship between bond yields and chart patterns.

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by Kearabilwe-Nonyana

Nikkei 225: The Decision Is Priced, the Guidance Is Not JP225 Ahead of the BOJ: When the Rate Hike Is Already in the Price Fundamental Analysis 1. The Nikkei recently pulled back from 67,461 to 64,214 before a slight rebound. However, because it remains up 32% year-to-date, this is just a normal correction within a strong ongoing uptrend. 2. The BOJ's Sept 17–18 meeting is the primary market catalyst, with an 82% probability of a rate hike to 1.25% already priced in. Since the hike is expected, the index will react to the central bank's tone rather than the decision itself. 3. The yen has strengthened recently (moving from 160.20 to 156.71). This acts as a double-edged sword: it helps lower imported inflation but cuts into the profits of major Japanese exporters. 4. 10-year JGB yields hitting 30-year highs near 3% are pressuring growth valuations while boosting bank margins. This has triggered a clear sector rotation out of tech and into financials and domestic stocks. 5. Oil prices nearing $95 due to geopolitical risks directly increase costs for energy-dependent Japan. This hurts corporate margins and pressures the BOJ to tighten policy faster, creating a dangerous combination for the index. Technical Analysis 6. JP225 is trading sideways within a symmetrical triangle, holding its level after posting a new high above 72,000. The price has pulled back and is now hovering close to the EMA20, indicating a consolidation phase. 7. However, looking at the broader picture prior to this sideways move, the price had been building higher swings consistently, while the EMA stack diverged and continues to signal an uptrend. 8. In summary, JP225 is moving sideways to build momentum for a further advance, as the bullish momentum may have temporarily weakened. 9. If the price breaks out of the range in either direction, it would serve as a trend-following signal in that direction, with an upside bias. Analysis by: Krisada Yoonaisil, Financial Markets Strategist at Exness

by KrisadaYoonaisil