Gold Context: The 4290 Probe & Weekly Balance Outlook

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Traders. Weekly wrap-up and context outlook for the next auction.

Market Context (The Rejection):
Gold rejected the 4290 level, falling just short of the 4300 psychological magnet.

• Interpretation: While the day ended with a rejection (excess), we must not ignore that the auction did facilitate trade at these levels. This extension above our 3-day balance indicates intent.

• The Profile: The rally displays characteristics of short covering (squeezing weak shorts) rather than aggressive new buying. The rejection simply indicates the price was "too high" for the current timeframe, but the level remains a valid target for a revisit.

Structure & Outlook (Next Week):
We are monitoring the Weekly Balance zone roughly between 4220 – 4260.

• The Bull Case (Acceptance): If we see continued short covering transition into New Money (OTF) buying above this balance, we look for acceptance at these higher prices. This would open the door to trade through 4300.

• The Bear Case (Liquidation): There is a probability of long liquidation if the auction fails to hold the balance, but I am cautious/skeptical of the downside potential right now.

Plan:
Watch for acceptance vs. rejection relative to the 4220–4260 balance. We need "New Money" to sustain the break of 4300.

Talk to you for the next update.