USD/MXN: Up 0.07% to 16.9573 — RSI Oversold
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USD/MXN: Up 0.07% to 16.9573 — RSI Oversold
Published: August 26, 2026 · MarketsFN Team · US Session · Emerging FX
| Pair | Rate | Change | RSI(14) | SMA-20 | SMA-50 | 52W High | 52W Low | Pivot | R1 | S1 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USD/MXN | 16.9573 | +0.07% | 18.6 | 17.0915 | 17.3125 | 18.7116 | 16.9164 | 16.9375 | 16.9716 | 16.9114 |
S/R Support & Resistance Levels
Dynamic Trendlines
| Level | Type | Direction | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16.7823 | 20d Support | down (descending) | -1.03% / 1750.6 pips |
| 16.9507 | 20d Resistance | down (descending) | -0.04% / 66.6 pips |
| 16.8532 | 50d Support | down (descending) | -0.61% / 1041.1 pips |
| 17.3686 | 50d Resistance | down (descending) | +2.43% / 4113.0 pips |
Static Levels
| Level | Type | Touches | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17.5648 | Resistance | 2x | +3.80% / 6425.4 pips |
| 17.5352 | Resistance | 2x | +3.62% / 6129.5 pips |
| 17.4358 | Resistance | 2x | +3.03% / 5135.5 pips |
USD/MXN is trading at 16.9573 (+0.07%) as it continues to reflect a downtrend, remaining below both the 20-day simple moving average (SMA) of 17.0915 and the 50-day SMA of 17.3125. The current price is situated within a descending dynamic channel, with the nearest dynamic resistance trendline at 16.9507, just 66.6 pips above, and the dynamic support trendline at 16.7823, 1750.6 pips below.
In terms of static levels, the closest support level is S1 at 16.9114, which is 46.0 pips below the current rate, while the nearest resistance level is R1 at 16.9716, 14.3 pips above. The Relative Strength Index (RSI) is currently at 18.6, indicating that the currency pair is in oversold territory, suggesting potential for a corrective bounce in the near term.
The short-term outlook remains cautious as the market grapples with the prevailing downtrend. The proximity to the dynamic resistance level may limit upward movement, while the oversold RSI could trigger a short-term recovery. However, any significant rally would need to breach the R1 level at 16.9716 to gain momentum. Traders should watch for a potential test of the S1 level at 16.9114, which could signal further bearish pressure if broken. The upcoming economic data releases may serve as catalysts for volatility in this pair, influencing the direction of the USD/MXN.
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