At this point, it looks as if gold is trying to build enough pressure to breakout again.
During the Thursday trading session, the gold market continued to absorb the impact of decisions made by both the Federal Reserve and the European Central Bank. As a result, the market is currently in the process of determining whether it has enough momentum to break higher. Traders closely watch the 50-Day Exponential Moving Average as a technical indicator that could provide support. A potential turnaround from current levels could attract trend traders seeking opportunities around the 50-Day EMA. However, a break below this level might open the door to further decline, potentially leading to a move towards the 200-Day EMA after surpassing the 50% Fibonacci level. Notably, the 200-Day EMA is positioned near the 61.8% Fibonacci level, which has previously served as a significant support level.
On the other hand, a breakthrough above the critical $2000 level could trigger a more substantial upward movement, with the market setting its sights on the $2050 region. Nevertheless, achieving this would require navigating not only the Federal Reserve announcement but also the subsequent European Central Bank announcement.
In the event of a breakdown through the 200-Day EMA, a further decline may follow, possibly leading to a move down to the $1800 level. Despite this, the overall market sentiment for gold remains positive, making a significant breakdown less likely unless influenced by actions taken by central banks that negatively impact the gold market.
As an expert in the field, I view the gold market as fundamentally favorable for the longer term. However, it’s crucial for traders to be prepared for increased volatility along the way. Maintaining a reasonable position size becomes vital to withstand market fluctuations without being prematurely shaken out of positions.
The $2000 level stands as a significant resistance point, making a sustained breakout a challenging task. Nevertheless, once breached, it could potentially trigger Fear of Missing Out (FOMO) trading, leading to a surge in prices. In fact, this outcome seems to be the most likely in the long run.
Ultimately, the gold market is experiencing a rally as investors eagerly await the Federal Reserve statement. The 50-Day EMA is expected to provide support, and a potential breakout above the $2000 level could signal a more substantial upward move. However, traders must be ready to navigate through periods of increased volatility, especially during central bank announcements and other market developments. The longer-term outlook for gold remains positive, but overcoming key resistance levels may require patience and strategic trading decisions. As events unfold, keeping a close eye on market dynamics will be essential for making informed and successful trading choices.
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Being FXEmpire’s analyst since the early days of the website, Chris has over 20 years of experience across various markets and assets – currencies, indices, and commodities. He is a proprietary trader as well trading institutional accounts.