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Risk, Psychology & Performance in Global MarketsPart 1: Risk in Global Markets 1.1 Understanding Risk In financial terms, risk refers to the probability of losing money or failing to achieve expected returns. Global markets face multiple layers of risk, such as: Market Risk: The risk of losses due to fluctuations in stock prices, interest rates, currencies, or commodities. Credit Risk: The possibility that a borrower defaults on debt. Liquidity Risk: Difficulty in buying/selling assets without affecting their price. Operational Risk: Failures in systems, processes, or human errors. Geopolitical Risk: Wars, sanctions, trade disputes, or policy changes. Systemic Risk: Collapse of interconnected institutions, like the 2008 financial crisis. Each of these risks interacts differently depending on global conditions. 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Conversely, panic selling during crashes can push prices far below fair value. 2.2 Behavioral Finance Theories Prospect Theory (Kahneman & Tversky): People fear losses more than they value equivalent gains — a $100 loss feels worse than a $100 gain feels good. Herd Behavior: Investors follow the crowd, assuming others know better. Overconfidence Bias: Traders overestimate their skills, leading to excessive risk-taking. Anchoring: Relying too much on initial information, like a stock’s IPO price. Confirmation Bias: Seeking information that supports existing beliefs while ignoring contrary evidence. Global markets are full of such psychological traps. For example, in 2020, when oil prices went negative for the first time, many retail traders underestimated risks and held losing positions, driven by hope of a quick rebound. 2.3 Emotions in Trading The two strongest emotions in trading are: Fear: Leads to panic selling, hesitation, and missed opportunities. 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OANDA:XAUUSDEducation
by GlobalWolfStreet
Gold Bulls in Full ControlHi everyone, it’s Ken here! XAUUSD is maintaining a strong uptrend, and based on my observation, the market is likely to continue moving toward the channel top marked on the chart. The current zone plays a crucial role. It could act as a support level that allows price to bounce higher. However, if this zone breaks, a deeper corrective move may start to unfold. While I lean toward the bullish scenario, actual price action will ultimately determine the next direction. A decisive break below the trendline would invalidate the bullish outlook and open the risk of a pause or even a short-term reversal. This is only my personal view based on chart analysis, not financial advice. Wishing you success!
OANDA:XAUUSDLong
by Kenn_Nguyen
6
If gold stays above 3,585 and breaks 3,680, it could target 3,70 External News Factors Gold is supported by expectations of a Fed rate cut in September, which continues to drive safe-haven inflows. Additionally, geopolitical tensions (Russia–Ukraine, Middle East) and concerns over the U.S. debt crisis (interest payments surpassing $1.1 trillion, fiscal deficit nearing $2 trillion) further strengthen gold’s bullish momentum. The U.S. dollar is showing slight weakness, adding more fuel to gold’s upside. Overall Trend Gold (XAU/USD) is in a strong uptrend, clearly shown by the steep rally from the support area around ~3,420 USD. Price has already broken through several key Fibonacci retracement levels and is now testing the upper resistance zone (~3,650 – 3,680 USD). Key Support and Resistance Main Resistance: 3,650 – 3,681 USD (red zone on the chart). This is a strong supply zone where price is consolidating. Nearest Support: Around 3,585 – 3,517 USD (Fibo 0.786 and 0.618 levels). Major Support: 3,420 USD (aligned with Fibo 0.382 and the previous consolidation area marked “SUPPORT”). Price Pattern Within the resistance zone, price is showing signs of forming a triangle/sideways accumulation pattern. A breakout to the upside could confirm a continuation pattern (trend continuation). Trade Scenarios Bullish Scenario (preferred): If gold holds above 3,585 and breaks through 3,680, the next target would be the psychological level of 3,700 – 3,720 USD. Bearish/Correction Scenario: If price fails to hold 3,585, it could retrace deeper to 3,517 or even 3,420 before buyers step in again. 👉 In summary: The main trend remains bullish. Gold needs to consolidate and decisively break above 3,680 to aim for 3,700+. If it fails, a pullback towards 3,585 – 3,517 is likely before another buying opportunity.
OANDA:XAUUSD
by AstronautPioneer
Sept 12, 2025 - XAUUSD GOLD Analysis and Potential Opportunity📊 Analysis: The market failed to follow through after breaking prior lows for two days in a row. Bulls still show strength, but bears are not in clear control either — overall price action remains range-bound and choppy. Short-term focus is on 3630 as the bull–bear pivot: Above 3630 → buy dips into support. Below 3630 → sell rallies into resistance. Watch 3645 resistance on the upside and 3613 support on the downside for decisive reactions. 🔍 Key Levels to Watch: • 3657 – Resistance • 3650 – Resistance • 3646 – Resistance • 3642 – Resistance • 3638 – Resistance • 3635 – Support • 3630 – Bull–bear pivot • 3626 – Support • 3620 – Support • 3613 – Key support • 3606 – Support 📈 Intraday Strategy: SELL: If price breaks below 3630 → target 3626, with further downside toward 3620, 3613, 3606 BUY: If price holds above 3630 → target 3642, with further upside toward 3646, 3650, 3657 👉 If you find this helpful or traded using this plan, a like 👍 would mean a lot and keep me motivated. Thanks for the support! ⚠️ Disclaimer: This is my personal view, not financial advice. Always use proper risk control.
OANDA:XAUUSD
by Ombabibi
GOLD Very Bullish , Can We Buy Again And Get 200 Pips ?Here is My 15 Mins Gold Chart , and here is my opinion , we finally above 3639.00 and we have a 4H Candle closure above it and we have a Perfect Breakout and this give us a very good confirmation ,and also we have a reversal pattern and the price closed above neckline , so we have a good confirmation now to can buy from 3639.00 when the price back to retest it , we need the price to go back and retest it and give us a good bullish price action and then we can enter , we can targeting 100 to 200 pips . if we have a daily closure below this area this mean this idea will not be valid anymore . Reasons To Enter : 1- Perfect Touch For The Area . 2- Clear Bullish Price Action . 3- Bigger T.F Giving Good Bullish P.A . 4- The Price Take The Last High . 5- Perfect 15 Mins Closure . 6- Reversal Pattern .
FOREXCOM:XAUUSDLong
by FX_Elite_Club
Gold Roadmap | Short termGold ( OANDA:XAUUSD ) created a new All-Time High(ATH) almost every day this week. How long do you think this upward trend in Gold will continue? Reasons for Gold's upward trend this week: Announcement of the US economic indexes. Geopolitical issues that occurred in the world(China meeting, possible tension between Venezuela and the US, etc.) Gold is currently moving between the Potential Reversal Zone(PRZ) and the Support zone($3,580-$3,572) . In terms of Elliott Wave theory , Gold appears to be completing microwave 5 of the main wave 3 . I expect Gold to start rising again from the Fibonacci levels and touch the Potential Reversal Zone(PRZ) . Note: If Gold breaks the Support zone($3,580-$3,572) and Support lines, we can expect further declines. Gold Analyze (XAUUSD), 15-minute time frame. Be sure to follow the updated ideas. Do not forget to put a Stop loss for your positions (For every position you want to open). Please follow your strategy; this is just my idea, and I will gladly see your ideas in this post. Please do not forget the ✅ ' like ' ✅ button 🙏😊 & Share it with your friends; thanks, and Trade safe.
OANDA:XAUUSDLong
by pejman_zwin
17
Excellent Profits in continuationAs discussed throughout my yesterday's session commentary: 'My position: As advised many times, do not Sell Gold at all costs as wherever you Buy Gold on this market, you won't be wrong. I have Bought Gold on #3,652.80 and #3,654.80 minutes ago and closed all on #3,657.80 extension. Keep Buying Gold on each dip is my practical suggestion.' I have firstly engaged #3,652.80 - #3,654.80 Buying orders, closed them on #3,657.80. Then re-Bought #3,650.80 - #3,657.80 as well, followed my #3,645.80 and 3,640.80 #10 - 14 re-Buys in total as Gold was Trading within Neutral Rectangle at that point, delivering excellent Intra-day results. Technical analysis: Gold has tested and reversed near the #3,657.80 local High's which is currently posing as an hard Resistance zone. I spotted necessary similarities on Daily chart after the latest Monthly High's test, in a candle sequence that resembles the sideways movement from July #15, July #29, (abnormal wick on August #4), September #3, and November #9. This suggests that Technically, Hourly 4 chart can’t stay Bearish anymore and should turn fully Bullish any moment as #3,620.80 Support zone extension is realized and #3,700.80 benchmark in extension is on my aim as long as #3,600.80 benchmark is preserved and not invalidated. This slowdown Daily chart is also an indication that the Bearish trend / much needed correction should already be over, and that the Weekly chart is charging Medium-term Bullish reversal. I was aware that reversal might be delivered as past #4 Asian sessions delivered decent Bearish reversal on Gold. My position : I am on sidelines waiting for Profitable pattern to trade by with my Profit Target already done for the week.
TVC:GOLDLong
by goldenBear88
when human error causes institutional chaos WHEN THE HOUSE OF CARDS FELL a concise look at history’s largest trading disasters. Intro Markets make fortunes, and erase them. Some of the largest drawdowns in modern financial history weren’t caused by market moves alone, but by human error, hubris, weak controls, or leverage run amok. Below are the most instructive episodes. 1) Nick Leeson — Barings Bank (1995) What was traded: Futures and options on the Nikkei 225 and other Asian equity derivatives (hidden in an error account). Losses: ~£827 million (the final number widely reported; Barings collapsed and was bought by ING). Why it happened: Unauthorized speculative bets, concealed losses in a hidden account, and complete breakdown of segregation between front and back office responsibilities. Lesson for traders: Always enforce separation of duties, log and reconcile trades daily, and respect position-size limits. Small hidden losses compound quickly when someone doubles down to "recover." 2) Long-Term Capital Management (LTCM) (1998) What was traded: Highly leveraged fixed-income arbitrage and complex derivatives (relative-value trades across bonds and swaps). Losses: About $4.6 billion in a few months and a near-collapse that required a $3.65 billion private-sector bailout organized under the Federal Reserve’s supervision. Why it happened: Massive leverage, concentrated positions, reliance on models that assumed low tail risk, and liquidity drying up after the 1997–98 crises. Lesson for traders: Models are only as good as their assumptions. Always stress-test for extreme events and never confuse historical volatility for guaranteed stability. 3) Amaranth Advisors — Brian Hunter (2006) What was traded: Natural gas futures and swaps (directional bets on gas prices). Losses: Around $6.6 billion (almost the entire fund). Why it happened: A massive one-way bet in a single commodity market, extreme exposure during a short time window, and insufficient risk checks on position concentrations. Lesson for traders: Diversify exposure, cap concentration per market, and use stop rules — particularly with volatile commodities. 4) Société Générale — Jérôme Kerviel (2008) What was traded: Large, unauthorized equity index and delta-hedging derivatives positions. Losses: €4.9 billion reported by the bank. Why it happened: A junior trader built enormous notional exposure hidden behind falsified trades and offsets; internal controls failed to detect the pattern early. Lesson for traders: Strong surveillance, automated alerts for notional buildup and mismatches between booking and market flows are mandatory. No trader should have the ability to both create and hide offsets. 5) JPMorgan Chase — "The London Whale" (2012) What was traded: Complex credit derivatives (CDS indices and related structured trades) booked by the Chief Investment Office. Losses: Approximately $6 billion (publicly reported as the headline figure). Why it happened: Large, illiquid positions taken under the guise of hedging; risk management misclassification and insufficient oversight of the desk’s activity. Lesson for traders: Question “official” hedges and track mark-to-market transparency. Size matters — large positions in illiquid markets behave unpredictably. 6) UBS — Kweku Adoboli (2011) What was traded: Equity derivatives and ETFs; fraudulent booking to hide true exposures. Losses: About $2.3 billion for UBS. Why it happened: Unauthorized trading far beyond limits, with fictitious trades used to mask losses. Lesson for traders: Controls matter: independent confirmations, reconciliation of booked trades with exchange/clearing records, and strong escalation procedures. 7) Sumitomo Corporation — Yasuo Hamanaka (1990s) What was traded: Copper futures and long-running attempts to corner the copper market. Losses/impact: Reported losses and claims ran into the billions (estimates vary), with major disruption to the LME and legal fallout. Why it happened: Single-commodity domination attempts, manipulation, and weak counterparty surveillance. Lesson for traders: Markets punish attempts to dominate a price. Avoid attempting to influence markets and respect regulatory/ethical boundaries. 8) Archegos Capital Management (2021) What was traded: Highly leveraged equity positions via total return swaps and prime broker financing. Losses: Bank losses linked to Archegos exceeded $10 billion across multiple counterparties. Why it happened: Extreme use of leverage through opaque swap structures, concentrated bets, and inadequate margining/aggregation across prime brokers. Lesson for traders: Leverage can be hidden — counterparties and traders must track true economic exposure. Concentration plus leverage is the most dangerous combination. Common themes across disasters Leverage + Concentration = Catastrophe. Almost every case involved outsized positions funded with borrowed money. Control failures matter more than market moves. Rogue behavior and poor internal controls are repeated patterns. Liquidity risk is underestimated. Markets that look liquid in calm times can evaporate in stress. Model humility. Models help, but they don’t replace common sense or scenario thinking. Actionable rules for retail traders (quick checklist) Limit leverage and set absolute position-size caps. Use stop losses and pre-defined exit rules. Reconcile trades daily with your broker statements. Stress-test your portfolio for extreme but plausible moves. Keep a trading log and review losing trades objectively. outro: memory from history Big losses make for great cautionary tales. Whether you trade FX, futures, or equities, the mechanics are the same: manage size, diversify, and build systems that work for you. put together by : Pako Phutietsile as @currencynerd
OANDA:XAUUSDEducation
by currencynerd
Gold (XAUUSD) – 11 Sep | Next Short POI(3643.8–3646.7) in Focus🟡 Gold (XAUUSD) Analysis – 11 September Market Overview Gold remains in an H4 pullback phase after making the all-time high at 3674.650 . The M15 trend is aligned to the downside and recently printed a Break of Structure (BoS) , confirming bearish continuation. Current Market Scenario • H4: Pullback phase active, looking for continuation lower • M15: Bearish trend intact, recently made a new lower low (BoS) Key POI for Today 🔹 Our next potential M15 POI for a short setup is 3643.8–3646.7 . If price retests this zone and provides LTF confirmation (micro-ChoCh / BoS) , we will plan a short setup from here. Execution Plan Wait for price to retest 3643.8–3646.7 Drop to M1 for micro confirmation If confirmation aligns, execute short with fixed risk ( SL: 40 pips | TP: 120 pips , 1:3 R:R) If the zone fails, step aside and reassess Patience is a position — wait for the market to give you the setup, not the other way around. Important Note Today’s CPI event is expected to cause high volatility. Avoid trading during news spikes unless a very clear, high-probability setup forms. Bias for Today 📉 Bearish only . All setups will be taken from M15 POI with confirmation. 📘 Shared by @ChartIsMirror
OANDA:XAUUSDShort
by ChartIsMirror
Quick gold update: things are starting to look a little tired upQuick gold update: things are starting to look a little tired up here. The daily RSI is beginning to roll over, which raises the question—if you're already long, where do you place your stop when nearby support levels are miles away? Personally, I drop down to a shorter time frame like the 4-hour chart and look for what’s consistently held. Since late August, the red baseline on the Ichimoku cloud has done a solid job of supporting the uptrend. If you're after a tighter stop, placing it just below that baseline—around 3,610—could be a reasonable option. Want to give it more breathing room? Then the lower edge of the cloud might be your spot. Either way, it’s time to think about locking in profits. On the monthly chart, our long-term target for gold still sits around 3,850–3,870, where several upside projections and Fibonacci extensions converge. That’s a chunky resistance zone. Also worth noting: the monthly RSI is now at 92. That’s pretty stretched. So if you haven’t already, consider tightening those stops. Disclaimer: The information posted on Trading View is for informative purposes and is not intended to constitute advice in any form, including but not limited to investment, accounting, tax, legal or regulatory advice. The information therefore has no regard to the specific investment objectives, financial situation or particular needs of any specific recipient. Opinions expressed are our current opinions as of the date appearing on Trading View only. All illustrations, forecasts or hypothetical data are for illustrative purposes only. The Society of Technical Analysts Ltd does not make representation that the information provided is appropriate for use in all jurisdictions or by all Investors or other potential Investors. Parties are therefore responsible for compliance with applicable local laws and regulations. The Society of Technical Analysts will not be held liable for any loss or damage resulting directly or indirectly from the use of any information on this site.
FXOPEN:XAUUSDLong
by The_STA
XAUUSD (Gold) Bearish Setup On 30m ... XAUUSD (Gold) Bearish Setup Gold has reached a strong supply zone (3632 – 3635) where sellers are expected to take control. Price action suggests rejection from this zone, opening downside targets. 🔻 Entry Zone: 3632 – 3635 (Sell Zone) 🎯 Target 1 / First Support: 3580 – initial bearish objective 🎯 Target 2 / Second Support: 3514 – extended bearish target 🛑 Stop Loss: Above 3645 (to protect against false breakout) 📊 Analysis: This zone has acted as a major resistance in recent sessions. A failure to break higher confirms bearish momentum. If sellers hold below 3635, a strong push toward 3580 is expected, with extended weakness aiming for 3514. ⚖️ Risk–Reward Ratio: Attractive – defined entry zone with clear two-step targets makes this a high-probability setup for disciplined traders. --- 🚨 Sellers dominate below 3635. Patience at the entry zone can deliver consistent profits as price moves toward both target levels.
OANDA:XAUUSDShort
by FX_AGENCY
GOLD DAILY CHART ROUTE MAPDaily Chart Update Range Break, Gap Confirmation & Next Target Achieved As anticipated in our previous update, price finally pushed through for a test of 3433, confirming the strength of the upside momentum we discussed. This test produced a candle body close gap open for 3564, which has now been successfully achieved just as projected. The close above 3564 further unlocks 3683 as the next long-term upside target. An EMA5 lock will serve as added confirmation for continuation toward this zone. Meanwhile, both 3564 and 3433 now transition into key support levels for this chart idea. Current Outlook 🔹 3564 Target Reached Our gap target has now been completed with a decisive candle body close above. This confirms bullish continuation and shifts focus to the next zone. 🔹 Next Objective – 3683 The successful 3564 break opens a fresh long-term target at 3683. EMA5 lock confirmation will strengthen the case for this move. Updated Key Levels 📉 Support – 3272 (pivotal floor) 📉 Short Term Supports – 3433 & 3564 📈 Resistance / Next Upside Objective – 3683 Thanks as always for your continued support, Mr Gold GoldViewFX
OANDA:XAUUSD
by Goldviewfx
4
GOLD WEEKLY CHART MID/LONG TERM ROUTE MAPWeekly Chart Update As anticipated, we got the 3482 gap target hit just as projected. Momentum carried further into the final channel top target at 3576, completing the upper channel move. Current Outlook 🔹 Gap Targets Achieved Both 3482 and 3576 have now been met. Price action delivered cleanly into these objectives, validating the prior bullish structure. 🔹 Candle Body Close Above 3576 The weekly body close above the channel top at 3576 has now opened the door to the larger 3659 long-term gap target. EMA5 would provide further confirmation if momentum sustains. 🔹 Channel Top Now Key Test We need to see 3576 - 3482 (channel top) hold as support to confirm the new range zone play. If it holds, the 3659 - 3732 range becomes the next bullish zone. Failure to provide support above 3482 - 3576 will mean the breakout is short-lived, with risk of a swift correction back down. 🔹 Range Support Levels 3576 and 3482 now act as layered support levels to keep the bullish case intact within this range. Updated Levels to Watch 📉 Support – 3482 & 3576 Key supports for this new range. Holding above 3576 strengthens the case for continuation toward 3659. A failure back below 3576 puts 3482 into play as the next defensive level. 📈 Resistance – 3659 The newly opened long-term gap target. This becomes the next upside objective if structure holds above 3576. Plan With 3482 and 3576 achieved, focus shifts to the 3659 gap. The bullish continuation depends on 3576 holding as support. If buyers defend it, the range extends upward into new territory. If not, expect a sharp corrective move back into the prior range. Thanks as always for your support, Mr Gold GoldViewFX
OANDA:XAUUSD
by Goldviewfx
4
Gold Bulls vs Bears! Who Will Win the $XAUUSD Battle?🏆 "The Golden Layer Cake Strategy" - XAU/USD Bullish Swing Plan 🎯 ✨ Calling all savvy traders! ✨ Ready to layer into a potential Gold breakout? This systematic approach is designed to capitalize on bullish momentum while managing risk through strategic entry layers. Here’s the detailed blueprint: 📜 🔑 Key Details: Asset: XAU/USD (Gold) Bias: Bullish Style: Swing Trading / Position Building Strategy: Multi-Layer Limit Order Entry ⚡ Entry Strategy (The Layering Method): To optimize your average entry price, consider using multiple BUY LIMIT orders at key support levels: Layer 1: 3420.00 Layer 2: 3440.00 Layer 3: 3460.00 Layer 4: 3480.00 You can adjust the number of layers and prices based on your personal risk management and market conditions. 🛑 Stop Loss: A conservative stop loss can be placed below a significant support zone at 3370.00. Disclaimer: Always adjust your stop loss based on your individual risk tolerance, account size, and trading strategy. 🎯 Take Profit: We are targeting a strong resistance zone around 3600.00. A more ambitious target sits at 3650.00 for those who wish to trail their stops. Secure profits on the way up! 📊 Market Context & Rationale: This plan is based on identifying potential value areas on the pullback for a continued bullish move. The layered entry allows us to build a position gracefully without chasing the market. 📊 XAU/USD Real-Time Data Report 🤝 Retail & Institutional Sentiment Retail Traders Long (Bullish): 28% 😊 Short (Bearish): 72% 😟 Institutional Traders Bullish positions increasing, showing confidence in gold as a safe-haven asset. 🏦 😨💸 Fear & Greed Index Mood: Neutral → leaning Greedy Markets expect Fed rate cuts, boosting gold demand. 🌍 Fundamental Score Rating: 7/10 (Positive) Key Drivers: Weakening US Dollar from expected Fed cuts 📉 Geopolitical tensions supporting safe-haven demand ⚠️ Ongoing central bank gold buying 🏦 📈 Macro Score Rating: 6.5/10 (Moderately Bullish) Factors: High probability of US rate cut in September (~85%) 📅 Rising bond yields may cap gains 📈 Global economic uncertainty 🌎 🐂🐻 Overall Market Outlook Bias: Bullish (Long) 🚀 Gold remains in a strong uptrend, supported by fundamentals, macro drivers, and institutional flows. ✨ Summary Gold is bullish 📈 with strong support from fundamentals and macro conditions. Retail traders lean bearish 😟, but institutions and sentiment favor upward momentum. Any dips are seen as buying opportunities 🤑 ⚠️ Risk Warning & Disclaimer: This is not financial advice. Always do your own research (DYOR). High-impact news events can cause increased volatility—manage your risk accordingly. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Only risk capital you are willing to lose.
FX:XAUUSDLong
by The-Thief
Elliott Wave Analysis XAUUSD – September 10, 2025🌀 🔹 Momentum • D1 timeframe: Momentum is showing signs of a bearish reversal → the market may enter a corrective decline, possibly lasting through the end of this week. • H4 timeframe: Momentum is turning upward → a short-term recovery could appear today, pushing the indicator into the overbought zone. • H1 timeframe: Momentum is already in the overbought area and turning down → a short-term decline is likely. ________________________________________ 🔹 Wave Structure • D1: Price has reached the projected target of wave iii (black). With D1 momentum reversing downward, wave iv (black) may be forming. Since wave ii (black) was relatively long, there is a possibility that wave iv (black) could unfold more quickly. • H4: Yesterday’s decline may suggest that wave v (purple) has temporarily completed. If this scenario plays out, price could move into a corrective phase toward the wave iv target area. The correction may develop as a Zigzag, Flat, or Triangle. • H1: Price is consolidating within the liquidity zone 3657 – 3631. With H4 momentum hinting at correction, one possible scenario is sideways movement here to complete wave B, followed by a decline into wave C. o If price breaks and closes below 3631 → the liquidity zone at 3595 may act as the next support. o Potential targets for wave C:  3595 (aligned with 23.8% Fibonacci retracement).  Or 3556 – 3528 (aligned with 38.2% Fibonacci retracement). ________________________________________ 🔹 Trade Scenarios (for reference only) • Sell Zone: 3657 – 3659 o SL: 3667 o TP1: 3631 • Buy Zone 1: 3596 – 3594 o SL: 3585 o TP1: 3669 • Buy Zone 2: 3557 – 3555 o SL: 3547 o TP1: 3597 📌 Note: The Sell setup at 3657 should be considered with small position size as it goes against the main trend. If price reaches 3595, this Sell scenario could lose validity.
OANDA:XAUUSDLong
by WavePoint_FX
Market Context🔹 Market Context - H1 structure remains Higher High – Higher Low - Price has just broken above 3560 (previous VAH) - Now accumulating above 3575–3585, potentially forming a short-term distribution zone - High chance of a short pullback to support zone before continuing the bullish trend 📌 Scenario 1: SHORT at 3585–3590 (short-term reaction only) 🔹 Conditions: - Price reacts at 3585–3590 - Bearish engulfing or pin bar on M15 - Weak breakout volume or RSI divergence 🔹 Logic: - Retest of recent swing high → profit-taking likely - This is short-term VAH on volume profile 🎯 Entry: 3585–3590 🎯 Target: 3535 (POC) 🛡 SL: Above 3600 📌 Scenario 2: BUY pullback at POC 3530–3535 🔹 Conditions: - Price pulls back to 3530–3535 with bullish confirmation (M15 Engulfing) - signs of recovery 🔹 Logic: - This is the Point of Control → strong volume support - Fits “buy the dip” in bullish structure 🎯 Entry: 3530–3535 🎯 Target: 3580–3590 🛡 SL: Below 3520 📌 Scenario 3: BUY at LVN 3508–3515 (scalp idea) 🔹 Conditions: - Fast drop + strong candle reaction on M15 - Aligns with rising H1 trendline 🔹 Logic: - This is a Low Volume Node → high probability bounce zone - Strong support within bullish momentum 🎯 Entry: 3510–3515 🎯 Target: 3550 🛡 SL: Below 3500 📌 Scenario 4: BUY on breakout & retest 3590–3600 🔹 Conditions: - Strong breakout above 3590 with volume - Retest 3590–3595 with bullish candle 🔹 Logic: - Breakout of recent resistance → continuation signal - Aligned with bullish trend 🎯 Entry: 3590–3595 (on retest) 🎯 Target: 3620 🛡 SL: Below 3580
OANDA:XAUUSD
by TraderX_68
Gold Analysis – Correction Not Yet Over (IMO)Yesterday, after printing a new ATH at 3674, Gold sold off aggressively and overnight reached a low of 3620. Now the key question: Is Gold done correcting? 👉 My answer: Not yet. Here’s why: 1. The 550 pip drop from the top is barely scratching the surface compared to the 3500 pip rally in the last two weeks. 2. Yesterday’s daily candle is a bearish pin bar. While this pattern is weaker in strong uptrends, it can still trigger continuation. 3. Structurally, the market looks like it’s forming an ABC correction. The current rebound may be wave B, with wave C expected to target the 3570 zone. 4. Confluence supports act like magnets once corrections begin. The zone I’m watching aligns with the 23% Fibonacci retracement, which fits perfectly with the correction scenario. 📌 Trading Plan: As long as 3675 holds, I remain bearish in the short term. The best strategy is to sell rallies against the ATH, targeting deeper retracement levels.
OANDA:XAUUSDShort
by Mihai_Iacob
20
Gold Price consolidation Hit all Time levelsGold price recent rally in gold is indeed tied to expectations of Fed rate cuts in September. Added to that, safe-haven demand from geopolitical risks is reinforcing strength. This combination often sustains bullish momentum in gold. ill see projecting a longer-term target around $3,800/oz in the coming months. However, in the near term, the key resistance is 3690. That’s the level to watch for reaction either rejection or breakout. If broken and sustained, the path opens toward 3800 this one Long-term Target You may find more details in the chart. Trade wisely Best of Luck buddies. Ps; Support with like and comments for better analysis.
FX:XAUUSDLong
by MrMartin_11
1
Gold swing shorts Gold has been bullish for quite a while now and a sell idea just presented it self. Firstly, price took out a daily candles high. Then on the 1h, price gave a market structure shift below. Next, price came for a pullback in the premium half of the the range that gave the mss and it tapped into a 30m fair value gap. I got my entry on the 5m fvg after price took out the 30m candle’s high and gave a market structure shift below . Target is the 50% of the daily candle range
OANDA:XAUUSDShort
by ChiziFx