USD/ILS trades flat as weak momentum offsets deep oversold Stoch RSI readings

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Delays in forming a new Israeli government have reduced clarity on future economic policy and restricted capital inflows.
Governance uncertainty has discouraged both domestic and international investors and contributed to recent moves in the Israeli shekel.
USD/ILS trades below short- and medium-term moving averages with mixed momentum signals, expected to consolidate between ₪3.1371 and ₪3.1687.

Shekel pressured as political gridlock erodes policy clarity

Political instability following Israel's elections and ongoing delays in forming a new government have contributed to a climate of uncertainty, discouraging capital inflows and weighing on investor sentiment, according to Ynetnews. Such governance challenges can reduce clarity regarding future economic policy, prompting market participants to limit exposure to the local currency. The resulting hesitation from both domestic and international investors has been a notable factor behind recent moves in the Israeli shekel.

Bearish short-term signals hold as momentum indicators diverge

Technically, USD/ILS is positioned below its MA-20 and MA-50 on the hourly chart, but remains above the MA-200, highlighting continued seller pressure in the short and medium term while longer-term support is still intact. The immediate resistance is provided by the Ichimoku Kijun at ₪3.1616, while the nearest major support sits at ₪3.1371. Momentum indicators offer a mixed outlook: MACD indicates strong buy momentum, yet ADX reflects ongoing selling pressure; RSI and CCI are neutral, and Stoch RSI is deep in oversold territory, suggesting potential for a short-term bounce. Bull/Bear Power is marginally positive, signaling slight intraday buyer presence, while the Awesome Oscillator remains neutral and has not confirmed a directional trend.

Even bias persists as breakout risk hinges on support or resistance

Looking ahead to the next two to three trading days, the expected trading range for USD/ILS is likely to span between ₪3.1371 and ₪3.1687, reflecting typical volatility around current levels. The probability for either an upward or downward move is evenly balanced at 50%, indicating no clear directional bias. A break above immediate resistance at ₪3.1616 could ignite a bullish scenario, while a drop below the key support at ₪3.1371 would confirm a bearish outcome. The base case remains for sideways consolidation within this band.

Anton Kharitonov, Traders Union expert, sees the Israeli shekel weighed down by political instability and investor wariness. He notes that technical signals are mixed and confirm a lack of direction, with key levels at ₪3.1616 and ₪3.1371 setting the boundaries for near-term moves. Until clarity emerges on both the political front and the charts, Kharitonov maintains a defensive stance. "Base case remains for sideways action — if ₪3.1371 fails, sellers regain control."

Earlier, analysts noted that USD/ILS maintained a bullish technical structure, with momentum indicators suggesting upside potential despite overbought risks. The latest developments introduce increased political uncertainty and mixed short-term signals, making a decisive move outside the ₪3.1371–₪3.1687 range a key event for traders to monitor in the coming sessions.

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