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The US Dollar (USD) is anticipated to fluctuate between 7.1280 and 7.1500 in the short term. Analysts suggest that the USD’s sharp rise to 7.1500 was excessive, reflected by its subsequent pullback.
In a longer timeframe, the USD is projected to range between 7.1200 and 7.1550. Analysts revised their outlook from positive to neutral, noting a drop to 7.1250 and a sharp rise to 7.1500. While upward momentum is present, it remains inadequate for a continuous rise, with expectations for the USD to remain within the specified range.
Opportunities in Low Volatility
Given the expectation for the USD/CNH to trade within a range, we see an opportunity to capitalize on low volatility. The view is that the pair will likely consolidate between 7.1200 and 7.1550 over the next few weeks. This suggests that directional bets on a major breakout are unlikely to be profitable for now.
This environment is favorable for option-selling strategies that benefit from time decay and stable prices. Traders might consider setting up iron condors or short strangles with strike prices placed outside the expected 7.1200 to 7.1550 range. As long as the pair remains within this channel, these positions will profit as the options lose value approaching expiration.
This neutral outlook is supported by recent economic data from both sides. Last week’s U.S. Consumer Price Index for September 2025 came in at 2.8%, showing that inflation remains stable and giving the Federal Reserve little reason to alter its current steady interest rate policy. This removes a significant potential catalyst for dollar strength in the near term.
Meanwhile, China’s recently released Q3 2025 GDP growth of 4.9% met market expectations, signaling a steady but not accelerating economic recovery. This gives the People’s Bank of China room to maintain its current policy without needing to enact major new stimulus. The resulting policy balance between the two central banks reinforces the case for a range-bound currency pair.
Context of Market Stability
Looking back, this period of stability is a notable shift from the high volatility we saw in 2022 and 2023, which was driven by aggressive central bank rate hikes. With major economies now in a phase of policy normalization, the sharp, trending moves of the past have given way to consolidation. This historical context makes range-trading strategies more appropriate for the current market regime.
