FX.co ★ Elliott wave analysis of EUR/JPY for January 8, 2016

Wave summary:

The correction in red wave (iv) has unfolded well as an expanding flat correction. As red wave (ii) was a simple zigzag correction, some kind of flat or triangle was expected in red wave (iv) due to the alternation principle. Wave c of red wave (iv) could move slightly higher to 129.36, but we are close to the termination of this correction and the downside pressure can be resumed.

A short-term break below the minor support at 128.32 will be the first indication of renewed downside pressure while a break below 127.81 confirms the ending of red wave (iv) and more downside pressure towards 125.84.

Trading recommendation:

We are short EUR from 130.95 with stop placed at 129.50. If you are not short EUR yet, then sell near 129.36 or upon a break below 128.32 and use the same stop at 129.50.