How Much Weight Do You Give Fundamentals in Forex?

[avnerchain]

Do you primarily trade technically but adjust for fundamentals (like interest rates, NFP, CPI), or are you purely chart-driven? How do you integrate both without conflicting signals?

 

[Jonathan Lee]

I primarily trade using technical analysis but always consider key fundamentals like interest rates, NFP, and CPI. I avoid conflicts by stepping back during major news releases and aligning trades with the broader fundamental trend, using technicals for precise entries and exits. Balance is key.

 

[pippin]

It's interesting to see the varied approaches here. I've always found that fundamentals give me the 'why' for a longer-term bias, while technicals provide the 'when' for precise entries and exits. Ignoring either seems like trading with one eye closed for me.