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Gold prices fall in the short term – What's next?Hello everyone, what’s your take on gold? Today, gold continues to attract short-term selling pressure as USD buying momentum returns and expectations for Fed rate cuts diminish. On the other hand, an overall positive risk sentiment is also seen as another factor weighing on the precious metal. At the time of writing, gold is trading around the EMA 34 and 89 near 3,336 USD. With no major updates expected, the market is likely to remain steady throughout the day. From a technical perspective, the bearish trend persists, with prices capped below the trendline. A series of lower highs and lower lows could push XAUUSD to retest deeper levels, potentially reaching the 3,300 USD mark. However, lingering trade uncertainties may limit losses for this safe-haven asset. This is just my view on the market, not financial advice.
OANDA:XAUUSDShort
by David_TradeFX
1
GOLD Under Pressure – CPI to Drive the Next MoveGOLD Outlook – Bearish Below 3365, CPI in Focus Gold is showing bearish momentum while trading below 3365, with a likely move toward 3342. However, if the price closes a 1H or 4H candle above 3365, it may shift to a bullish trend targeting 3395. CPI data will be the key factor in determining the next move. The market expects a print of 2.6%, which would signal no Fed rate cuts this year due to rising tariff pressures. That said, we expect a 2.7% release, which would likely support a bearish trend for gold. But if the release is less than 2.6% that will support the bullish trend. Pivot Line: 3365 Support: 3342 – 3320 Resistance: 3375 – 3395
OANDA:XAUUSDShort
by SroshMayi
5
GOLD SNIPER PLAN – July 21, 2025Hey, GoldMinds! 🔥 This isn’t just another range day — it’s the type of market that separates disciplined snipers from impulsive chasers. If you want an edge, you need a plan that’s both sharper and more refined than what most see on their charts. After a week full of fake breakouts, confusing swings, and whipsaw price action, gold is giving us the gift of clarity — but only for those patient enough to let the market reveal itself. Here’s how you cut through the noise and focus on the only zones that actually pay. 🚩 SELL ZONES 1. Primary Supply: 3358–3370 This is the fortress where real sellers pushed back hard. The structure here is crystal clear: last week’s failed breakout, sharp rejection, and a textbook H1/M30 order block. You want the sniper entry? Wait for price to tap here and only short if you see an instant, aggressive bearish response on M15/M5 — not just a slow drift. 2. Upper Liquidity Trap: 3380–3395 Classic trap for late buyers. This is where price loves to sweep stops and trigger emotional FOMO — but the real professionals are only interested if the move fails hard. Watch for a fake breakout and sudden reversal; this is the sniper zone for “fade and run” shorts. ⚪ DECISION ZONE (Neutral / Pivot) Pivot Range: 3335–3345 Forget this level — it’s where amateurs get chopped up. There’s no order block, no real fair value gap, just confusion and false hope. A true sniper waits here, watching, not acting. 🟢 BUY ZONES 1. Main Demand: 3326–3332 This is the engine room for bulls: a refined order block, evidence of real absorption, and a history of sharp reversals. Don’t try to anticipate — let price come here and look for a snapback move on M15/M5. This is where patient buyers take their shot. 2. Deep Demand: 3311–3320 Where the fear turns to opportunity. This zone sits under recent lows, home to panic sweeps and emotional selling. Only consider a long if you see a powerful, impulsive bounce. The risk is high, but the reward for perfect timing is even higher. BIAS & EXECUTION Bias: Neutral, but watch for range expansion — the market is coiling for a bigger move. Execution: – Only act at the true edges, never in the middle. – Let M5/M15 price action prove your setup — the market owes you nothing. – If a zone breaks with momentum, do not fight the flow; stand aside or prepare for the next edge. FINAL SHOT This is where discipline pays. Sniper trading is about letting the market come to you and striking only when your zone lights up with confirmation. Every other move is just noise, meant to shake out the impatient. Drop a comment below with the zone you’re watching most , follow and🚀🚀🚀 GoldFxMinds for daily sniper maps, and remember: in gold, only real structure pays. Disclosure: Charts powered by Trade Nation. Educational content only.
OANDA:XAUUSD
by GoldFxMinds
XAUUSD H4 Outlook – Full Structure & Macro | July 21, 2025Hello, GoldMinds! 💙 After a volatile week, gold remains caught in a wide H4 range, ping-ponging between structural supply and demand. Let’s break down the current picture so you can navigate the next big moves with confidence. 🌍 Macro & Bias Macro context: Last week’s US CPI print triggered a temporary rally, but gold failed to hold above resistance and quickly reversed as the dollar strengthened. Next week brings Fed Chair Powell’s testimony, global PMI numbers, and jobless claims—all catalysts for new volatility. Bias: Neutral on H4: Gold is consolidating inside a broad sideways range. The market is waiting for a catalyst to break above 3375 or below 3310 before showing a real trend. 🔸 Structural Key Supply Zones (Above Price) 1️⃣ 3357–3375 | Main H4 Supply Why it matters: Aggressive NY and CPI rallies have been sold off here; price rejected every attempt to close above 3375. OB, liquidity cluster, inducement—this is the first real ceiling above price. Trade logic: Watch for M15/H1 reversal or exhaustion. No clean break = supply remains active. 2️⃣ 3384–3400 | Macro Supply Why it matters: All failed breakouts from early summer were stopped in this block. Liquidity pool and macro OB; every test led to sharp pullbacks. Trade logic: Avoid FOMO—only short with confirmation of rejection. 3️⃣ 3410–3425 | Extreme Supply Why it matters: The final upper ceiling for now. Any spike here is likely to see big profit-taking and volatility. 🔹 Structural Key Demand Zones (Below Price) 1️⃣ 3330–3310 | Main H4 Demand Why it matters: All major dips last week bounced here—bulls are active in this OB. It’s the base of the current “micro-range,” with clear LTF inducement and high volume. Trade logic: Look for bullish reversal (M15/H1) before trusting any long from here. 2️⃣ 3295–3275 | Swing Demand / Discount Zone Why it matters: The main structure support for July. Strong OB, historic liquidity sweeps—each deep flush has brought responsive buyers. Trade logic: Watch for reaction, but don’t knife-catch without a clear structure break. 3️⃣ 3250–3225 | Extreme Demand / HTF Liquidity Pool Why it matters: The “final line” for bulls. This zone has absorbed all major liquidations and created swing reversals since early spring. 📊 H4 Structure Logic Current play: Gold is stuck in a structural cage between 3375 and 3310. Until price closes outside these edges, every spike is likely a liquidity hunt. Pro move: Only react to confirmation in these zones—don’t force trades in the mid-range! 🧠 Game Plan Set alerts at each supply & demand zone. Wait for confirmation: M15/H1 CHoCH, BOS, wicks, or volume. Let the news come to you: Powell & PMI will likely force a test of an edge; be patient. 💬 What’s your bias for the week? Drop it below and tag a friend! 🚀🚀🚀 and Follow GoldFxMinds for sniper-level gold planning and deep-dive SMC education. Posted using the Trade Nation broker feed as part of their influencer program for using their TradingView charts in educational content. — GoldFxMinds 💙
TRADENATION:XAUUSD
by GoldFxMinds
SILVER Massive Short! SELL! My dear subscribers, SILVER looks like it will make a good move, and here are the details: The market is trading on 38.213 pivot level. Bias - Bearish My Stop Loss - 38.708 Technical Indicators: Both Super Trend & Pivot HL indicate a highly probable Bearish continuation. Target - 37.413 About Used Indicators: The average true range (ATR) plays an important role in 'Supertrend' as the indicator uses ATR to calculate its value. The ATR indicator signals the degree of price volatility. Disclosure: I am part of Trade Nation's Influencer program and receive a monthly fee for using their TradingView charts in my analysis. ——————————— WISH YOU ALL LUCK
TRADENATION:XAGUSDShort
by AnabelSignals
1
Bear-Trap armed: Gold ticks 4 / 5 boxes - waiting for the spark1️⃣ Why the 2020 déjà-vu is EVEN louder 2025 (now) 2020 (pre-rally) TradingView ideas still bearish 💬 > 70 % 60 % bearish Managed-money net-longs ≈ 115 k -35 % from Apr. –25 % from peak + $741 m PM-ETF inflow Record IN-flows G/S ratio 87 (< 90) Fell to 95 S&P keeps making highs Ditto 2️⃣ What’s still different Real 10-y TIPS yield +0.7 % vs -1 % in 2020 → smaller monetary tail-wind. Gold is already at an infl-adj. record – expect a short & sharp squeeze, not a fresh multi-year super-cycle (yet). 3️⃣ Checklist – updated Signal Status 18 Jul Comment ——————————————————— Gold DAILY close ≥ $3 200–3 250 YES – $3 354 ✔ G/S ratio < 90 YES – 87 ✔ CFTC net-longs < 150 k YES – ~115 k ✔ ETF flows turn positive. YES – $741 m ✔ Equity stress (VIX > 25 or SPX −5 %) NOT YET – VIX 16.5 ✖ 4 / 5 boxes = 99 % primed. One spark missing. 4️⃣ What could light the fuse Date Potential trigger Why it matters 22 Jul Mega-tech Q2 earnings (NVDA/AMD) Any guidance miss → SPX wobble 30 Jul FOMC Fed holds but sounds dovish USD dump + yield spike risk 1 Aug Trump s “reciprocal” duties Imported-inflation scare → VIX pop Early Aug. DXY crashes < 96 in < 5 days. Disorderly USD slide = funding stress Hit ≥ 2 of: DXY < 96, VIX > 25, SPX -5 % or HY-spread +75 bp → final ✔. Bottom line The bear-trap thesis aged well: sentiment, positioning, ETFs, and G/S ratio have already clicked bullish. Only equity-market stress is missing. A fast USD slide or a tariff shock right after a neutral Fed is the most likely detonator. Stay nimble: Collect premium inside $3 250-3 400 while volatility sleeps – but keep alarms on VIX 25 and DXY 96. One red headline could still launch the squeeze. Disclaimer: Educational opinion, not investment advice. Futures & CFD trading is risky – do your own research and consult a professional. 1 minute ago
TVC:GOLDLong
by AustrianTradingMachine
1
Bear-Trap armed: Gold ticks 4 / 5 boxes - waiting for the spark 1️⃣ Why the 2020 déjà-vu is EVEN louder 2025 (now) 2020 (pre-rally) TradingView ideas still bearish 💬 > 70 % 60 % bearish Managed-money net-longs ≈ 115 k (-35 % from Apr) –25 % from peak + $741 m PM-ETF inflow, first after months Record IN-flows G/S ratio 87 (< 90) Fell to 95 S&P keeps making highs. Ditto 2️⃣ What’s still different Real 10-y TIPS yield +0.7 % vs -1 % in 2020 → smaller monetary tail-wind. Gold is already at an infl-adj. record – expect a short & sharp squeeze, not a fresh multi-year super-cycle (yet). 3️⃣ Checklist – updated Signal Status 18 Jul Comment ——————————————————— Gold DAILY close ≥ $3 200–3 250 YES – $3 354 ✔ G/S ratio < 90 YES – 87 ✔ CFTC net-longs < 150 k YES – ~115 k ✔ ETF flows turn positive. YES – $741 m ✔ Equity stress (VIX > 25 or SPX −5 %) NOT YET – VIX 16.5 ✖ 4 / 5 boxes = 99 % primed. One spark missing. 4️⃣ What could light the fuse Date Potential trigger Why it matters 22 Jul Mega-tech Q2 earnings (NVDA/AMD) Any guidance miss → SPX wobble 30 Jul FOMC Fed holds but sounds dovish USD dump + yield spike risk 1 Aug Trump s “reciprocal” duties Imported-inflation scare → VIX pop Early Aug. DXY crashes < 96 in < 5 days. Disorderly USD slide = funding stress Hit ≥ 2 of: DXY < 96, VIX > 25, SPX -5 % or HY-spread +75 bp → final ✔. Bottom line The bear-trap thesis aged well: sentiment, positioning, ETFs, and G/S ratio have already clicked bullish. Only equity-market stress is missing. A fast USD slide or a tariff shock right after a neutral Fed is the most likely detonator. Stay nimble: Collect premium inside $3 250-3 400 while volatility sleeps – but keep alarms on VIX 25 and DXY 96. One red headline could still launch the squeeze. Disclaimer: Educational opinion, not investment advice. Futures & CFD trading is risky – do your own research and consult a professional.
TVC:GOLDLong
by AustrianTradingMachine
GOLD! Pre-Market Analysis For Friday July 18th!In this video, we'll present pre-market analysis and best setups for Friday July 18th. Enjoy! May profits be upon you. Leave any questions or comments in the comment section. I appreciate any feedback from my viewers! Like and/or subscribe if you want more accurate analysis. Thank you so much! Disclaimer: I do not provide personal investment advice and I am not a qualified licensed investment advisor. All information found here, including any ideas, opinions, views, predictions, forecasts, commentaries, suggestions, expressed or implied herein, are for informational, entertainment or educational purposes only and should not be construed as personal investment advice. While the information provided is believed to be accurate, it may include errors or inaccuracies. I will not and cannot be held liable for any actions you take as a result of anything you read here. Conduct your own due diligence, or consult a licensed financial advisor or broker before making any and all investment decisions. Any investments, trades, speculations, or decisions made on the basis of any information found on this channel, expressed or implied herein, are committed at your own risk, financial or otherwise.
COMEX:GC1!Long
by RT_Money
TradeIdea – Gold (XAUUSD)Looks like a bullish breakout is brewing! ✅ Price has broken out of the descending channel ✅ Retested the global trendline support ✅ Reclaimed the 200-day moving average (MA200) ✅ Momentum indicator surged above the 100 mark ✅ Visible imbalance zone above — potential target area 📌 If price consolidates above $3350, consider a long setup: 🎯 Target 1: $3370 🎯 Target 2: $3375 🧠 Watch for confirmation before entry — structure and momentum alignment is key.
TVC:GOLDLong
by filatovarthur
Silver Rebounds Toward $38 as Dollar EasesSilver rebounded toward $38 per ounce on Friday, recovering from a two-day decline as the U.S. dollar and Treasury yields eased. The move reflected shifting sentiment on Fed policy and trade conditions after earlier losses sparked by inflation data that reduced hopes for near-term rate cuts. U.S. stock futures edged higher following record closes for the S&P 500 and Nasdaq, driven by strong retail sales, lower jobless claims, and optimism in AI-related tech stocks after Taiwan Semiconductor’s positive forecast. On monetary policy, Fed officials remain divided: Mary Daly expects two rate cuts this year, while Adriana Kugler urges caution due to tariff-driven inflation. President Trump reinforced trade tensions by sending letters to over 20 partners setting new tariffs between 20% and 40%. In corporate updates, United Airlines expects stronger earnings in the second half of 2025, and Chevron signaled higher future cash flow as production in its top U.S. oil field nears a plateau. Resistance is at 38.50, while support holds at 37.20.
TVC:SILVER
by ChartMage
XAUUSD ANALYSIS – JULY 18XAUUSD ANALYSIS – JULY 18: STRATEGY BASED ON FIBONACCI, TRENDLINE & STRUCTURE 1. XAUUSD Technical Overview (4H Chart) Gold (XAUUSD) is currently trading around 3,343 USD, showing signs of a slight rebound from key support. On the 4H timeframe, the price structure is forming higher lows, maintaining above a short-term rising trendline – a technically bullish signal. 2. Key Support & Resistance Zones Immediate Supports: 3,338 USD: aligning with the 0.618 Fibonacci retracement – a zone tested multiple times. 3,333 – 3,335 USD: strong support, overlapping with EMA and rising trendline. 3,327 USD: previous swing low – last defense for the bullish structure. Immediate Resistances: 3,345 – 3,346 USD: frequently rejected zone in recent sessions. 3,350 USD: psychological and technical resistance. 3,358 USD: recent swing high – breakout confirmation level. 3. Price Action & Fibonacci Confluence Price is currently hovering between Fibo 0.5 (3,343 USD) and Fibo 0.618 (3,338 USD) – a potential bounce zone if bullish momentum holds. The pullback from 3,358 to 3,286 has respected standard Fibonacci retracement levels, confirming technical price behavior. 4. Trendline Analysis The ascending trendline from the 3,275 USD low remains intact, providing solid dynamic support. If the price continues to bounce from this trendline, it may form a bullish continuation pattern (flag/pennant). 5. Suggested Trading Strategies Long Entry: 3,338 – 3,340 USD SL: 3,327 USD TP: 3,345 – 3,350 – 3,358 USD Note: Buying the dip near Fib & trendline Short Entry: Below 3,327 USD (breakdown) SL: Above 3,340 USD TP: 3,310 – 3,298 USD Notes: Only if price breaks trendline & support 6. Supporting Technical Indicators EMA20/EMA50 show slight upward momentum – early bullish bias. RSI (14) hovers near 50 – neutral zone, awaiting breakout confirmation. Conclusion: Gold is consolidating around a critical support zone. The short-term bias leans bullish if the 3,338 – 3,333 USD region holds and price breaks above 3,346 – 3,350 USD. This is a key moment to position early using Fibonacci and trendline confluence. 👉 Follow for more strategies in upcoming sessions. Save this if you find it useful! Do you have a different view? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
FX:XAUUSD
by Henrybillion
1
Gold (XAU/USD) Premium Technical Outlook - 18 July 2024As gold continues to trade near record highs, the market’s current price action around $3,336–3,340 demands a sharp, disciplined technical view. This premium analysis combines price action, Fibonacci techniques, institutional concepts (ICT and Smart Money Concepts), and advanced supply–demand dynamics to identify actionable trade opportunities. We anchor on the 4-hour timeframe for directional bias and zoom into the 1-hour chart for precision intraday setups. 📊 4‑Hour Timeframe: Structure and Directional Bias Gold remains in a clear bullish structure on the 4-hour chart, as evidenced by sustained higher highs and higher lows. The most recent bullish Break of Structure (BOS) occurred above the $3,320–3,325 level, confirming buyers’ control for now. Currently, price hovers near equilibrium at the 61.8% Fibonacci retracement, testing prior resistance as potential support. This zone aligns with a small fair value gap (FVG), reinforcing it as an area of interest for smart money participants. Key 4H Levels to Watch Level Significance $3,360–3,365 Major supply zone & bearish OB $3,350–3,355 Minor resistance $3,337–3,340 61.8% Fib / equilibrium $3,330–3,333 BOS retest & key support $3,300–3,310 Strong demand zone & bullish OB $3,285–3,295 Secondary demand zone below BOS The directional bias on 4H remains neutral-to-bullish, contingent on price holding above $3,300. A clean break and close above $3,360 could open a path to $3,400–3,420, while a sustained drop below $3,300 would mark a change of character (CHOCH) and shift bias to bearish. 🪙 Institutional Concepts in Play Order Blocks (OB): Strong bullish OB sits at $3,300–3,310, while a bearish OB dominates at $3,355–3,365. Fair Value Gaps (FVG): On the bullish side, $3,300–3,315 remains unfilled; on the bearish side, $3,330–3,345 caps rallies. Liquidity Grabs: Dips toward $3,295–3,300 appear to sweep sell-side liquidity, while spikes above $3,360 tap into resting buy stops. The area around $3,330 remains a key battleground where smart money likely accumulates positions before the next impulsive move. ⏳ 1‑Hour Timeframe: Intraday Trade Setups On the 1-hour chart, the market is compressing between a bullish order block and bearish supply. Price action shows evidence of short-term liquidity sweeps and reactions to imbalances, offering two clear scenarios for intraday traders. 📈 Setup A – Bullish Zone Bounce Entry: Buy limit at $3,332–3,333 Stop-loss: Below $3,328 Take-Profit 1: $3,345 Take-Profit 2: $3,355 Rationale: Confluence of 4H demand, Fib retracement, BOS retest, and 1H bullish order block. 📉 Setup B – Supply Rejection Short Entry: Sell limit at $3,355–3,360 Stop-loss: Above $3,365 Take-Profit 1: $3,337 Take-Profit 2: $3,330 Rationale: Price into 4H bearish OB, aligning with supply and stop runs above recent highs. 🌟 The Golden Setup Among these, the Bullish Zone Bounce at $3,332–3,333 stands out as the highest-probability trade. This level represents maximum confluence: Retest of 4H BOS. Bullish OB on 1H. 61.8% Fibonacci support. Unmitigated fair value gap. This setup offers a favorable risk–reward profile with clear invalidation and multiple upside targets. 🔎 Summary Table Bias Key Support Zones Key Resistance Zones Neutral-to-bullish $3,300–3,310, $3,330–3,333 $3,350–3,355, $3,360–3,365 Intraday Setups Entry Zone Stop-Loss Take-Profit Targets Bullish Zone Bounce 🌟 $3,332–3,333 < $3,328 $3,345 / $3,355 Supply Rejection Short $3,355–3,360 > $3,365 $3,337 / $3,330 📣 Final Word Gold maintains a structurally bullish outlook above $3,300, with strong institutional footprints evident in the $3,300–3,333 demand zones. Traders should remain vigilant around $3,360, where sell-side liquidity and supply are concentrated. The Golden Setup — a bullish bounce from $3,332 — offers the best confluence and statistical edge intraday.
OANDA:XAUUSD
by Tami512
Fibonacci Retracement: The Hidden Key to Better EntriesIf you’ve ever wondered how professional traders predict where price might pull back before continuing... the secret lies in Fibonacci Retracement. In this post, you’ll learn: What Fibonacci retracement is Why it works How to use it on your charts (step-by-step) Pro tips to increase accuracy in the market 🧠 What Is Fibonacci Retracement?: Fibonacci Retracement is a technical analysis tool that helps traders identify potential support or resistance zones where price is likely to pause or reverse during a pullback. It’s based on a mathematical sequence called the Fibonacci Sequence, found everywhere in nature — from galaxies to sunflowers — and yes, even in the markets. The Fibonacci sequence is a series of numbers where each number is the sum of the two preceding ones, starting with 0 and 1. The sequence typically begins with 0, 1, 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 13, and so on. This pattern can be expressed as a formula: F(n) = F(n-1) + F(n-2), where F(n) is the nth Fibonacci number. The key Fibonacci levels traders use are: 23.6% 38.2% 50% 61.8% 78.6% These levels represent percentages of a previous price move, and they give us reference points for where price might pull back before resuming its trend and where we can anticipate price to move before showing support or resistance to the trend you are following. 💡Breakdown of Each Fib Level: 💎 0.236 (23.6%) – Shallow Pullback What it indicates: Weak retracement, often signals strong trend momentum. Buyers/sellers are aggressively holding the trend. Best action: Aggressive entry zone for continuation traders. Look for momentum signals (break of minor structure, bullish/bearish candles). Stay out of the market until you see more confirmation. 💎 0.382 (38.2%) – First Strong Area of Interest What it indicates: Healthy pullback in a trending market. Seen as a key area for trend followers to step in. Best action: Look for entry confirmation: bullish/bearish engulfing, pin bars, Elliott Waves, or break/retest setups. Ideal for setting up trend continuation trades. Stop Loss 0.618 Level 💎 0.500 (50.0%) – Neutral Ground What it indicates: Often marks the midpoint of a significant price move. Market is undecided, can go either way. Best action: Wait for additional confirmation before entering. Combine with support/resistance or a confluence zone. Useful for re-entry on strong trends with good risk/reward. Stop Loss 1.1 Fib Levels 💎 0.618 (61.8%) – The “Golden Ratio” What it indicates: Deep pullback, often seen as the last line of defense before trend reversal. High-probability area for big players to enter or add to positions. Best action: Look for strong reversal patterns (double bottoms/tops, engulfing candles). Excellent area for entering swing trades with tight risk and high reward. Use confluence (structure zones, moving averages, psychological levels, Elliott Waves). Wait for close above or below depending on the momentum of the market. Stop Loss 1.1 Fib Level 💎 0.786 (78.6%) – Deep Correction Zone What it indicates: Very deep retracement. Often a final “trap” zone before price reverses. Risk of trend failure is higher. Best action: Only trade if there's strong reversal evidence. Use smaller position size or avoid unless other confluences are aligned. Can act as an entry for counter-trend trades in weaker markets. Stop Loss around 1.1 and 1.2 Fib Levels ⏱️Best Timeframe to Use Fibs for Day Traders and Swing Traders: Day trading: Day traders, focused on capturing short-term price movements and making quick decisions within a single day, typically utilize shorter timeframes for Fibonacci retracement analysis, such as 15-minute through hourly charts. They may also use tighter Fibonacci levels (like 23.6%, 38.2%, and 50%) to identify more frequent signals and exploit short-term fluctuations. Combining Fibonacci levels with other indicators such as moving averages, RSI, or MACD, and focusing on shorter timeframes (e.g., 5-minute or 15-minute charts) can enhance signal confirmation for day traders. However, relying on very short timeframes for Fibonacci can lead to less reliable retracement levels due to increased volatility and potential for false signals. Swing trading: Swing traders aim to capture intermediate trends, which necessitates giving trades more room to fluctuate over several days or weeks. They typically prefer utilizing broader Fibonacci levels (like 38.2%, 50%, and 61.8%) to identify significant retracement points for entering and exiting trades. Swing traders often focus on 4-hour and daily charts for their analysis, and may even consult weekly charts for a broader market perspective. 🎯 Why Does Fibonacci Work?: Fibonacci levels work because of: Mass psychology – many traders use them Natural rhythm – markets move in waves, not straight lines Institutional footprint – smart money often scales in around key retracement zones It's not magic — it's structure, and it's surprisingly reliable when used correctly. 🛠 How to Draw Fibonacci Retracement (Step-by-Step): Let’s say you want to trade XAU/USD (Gold), and price just had a strong bullish run. ✏️ Follow These Steps: Identify the swing low (start of move) Identify the swing high (end of move) Use your Fibonacci tool to draw from low to high (for a bullish move) The tool will automatically mark levels like 38.2%, 50%, 61.8%, etc. These levels act as pullback zones, and your job is to look for entry confirmation around them. 🔁 For bearish moves, draw from high to low. (I will show a bearish example later) Now let’s throw some examples and pictures into play to get a better understanding. 📈 XAU/USD BULLISH Example: 1.First we Identify the direction of the market: 2.Now we set our fibs by looking for confirmations to get possible entry point: Lets zoom in a bit: Now that we have a break of the trendline we wait for confirmation and look for confluence: Now we set our fibs from the last low to the last high: This will act as our entry point for the trade. 3. Now we can look for our stop loss and take profit levels: Stop Loss: For the stop loss I like to use the fib levels 1.1 and 1.2 when I make an entry based upon the 0.618 level. These levels to me typically indicate that the trade idea is invalid once crossed because it will usually violate the prior confirmations Take Profit: For the take profit I like to use the Fib levels 0.236, 0, -0.27, and -0.618. This is based upon your personal risk tolerance and overall analysis. You can use 0.236 and 0 level as areas to take partial profits. Re-Entry Point Using Elliott Waves as Confluence Example: This is an example of how I used Elliott Waves to enter the trade again from the prior entry point. If you don’t know what Elliott Waves are I will link my other educational post so you can read up on it and have a better understanding my explanation to follow. After seeing all of our prior confirmations I am now confident that our trend is still strongly bullish so I will mark my Waves and look for an entry point. As we can see price dipped into the 0.38-0.5 Fib level and rejected it nicely which is also in confluence with the Elliott Wave Theory for the creation of wave 5 which is the last impulse leg before correction. 🔻 In a downtrend: Same steps, but reverse the direction — draw from high to low and look to short the pullback. XAU/USD Example: As you can see the same basic principles applied for bearish movement as well. ⚠️ Pro Tips for Accuracy: ✅ Always use Fib in confluence with: Market structure (higher highs/lows or lower highs/lows) Key support/resistance zones Volume or momentum indicators Candle Patterns Elliott Waves, etc. ❌ Don’t trade Fib levels blindly — they are zones, not guarantees. 📊 Use higher timeframes for cleaner levels (4H, Daily) 💡 Final Thought Fibonacci retracement doesn’t predict the future — it reveals probability zones where price is likely to react. When combined with structure and confirmation, it becomes one of the most reliable tools for new and experienced traders alike. 🔥 Drop a comment if this helped — or if you want a Part 2 where I break down Fibonacci Extensions and how to use them for take-profit targets. 💬 Tag or share with a beginner who needs to see this!
FOREXCOM:XAUUSDEducation
by WrightWayInvestments
XAUUSD Daily Sniper Plan – July 17-18, 2025Hello traders! After yesterday’s high-volatility trap and NY session recovery, we now stand at a major structural junction. Buyers reclaimed 3310–3314 with precision, but price is pressing into multi-timeframe supply. Let’s break it down clearly 🔸 HTF Bias Daily Bias: Bullish correction inside a larger range. Demand at 3310–3305 was swept and respected, but supply at 3347–3360 caps upside. H4 Bias: Bullish flow into supply. Structure printed clean HLs from 3295–3310. However, current zone is full of short-term profit-taking risk. H1 Bias: Bullish short-term trend. Price built higher lows from 3310, but now sits at 3340–3347 — reactive zone where momentum could fade if no breakout. 🔸 Key Structural Zones (with role) 🔺 Supply Zones (Above Price): 3347–3360 (D1/H4/H1 Supply) 🔹 Multi-timeframe confluence 🔹 Previous reaction + NY trap zone 🔹 Expect heavy rejection or false breakout wicks 3366–3385 (D1 Supply) 🔹 Final liquidity shelf for buyers 🔹 Only valid if 3347 breaks clean 🔹 Longs must wait for confirmation after breakout ⚔️ Decision Zones (Middle): 3335–3328 (Intraday Flip Zone) 🔹 M15-M30 structure control 🔹 Buyers can reload here on clean bounce 🔹 If price closes below, opens door for bearish momentum 🔻 Demand Zones (Below Price): 3314–3310 (H1/H4 Demand – Key Buy Area) 🔹 Institutional demand origin 🔹 Price tapped, swept, and reclaimed 🔹 Ideal sniper buys only on retest with bullish M15 BOS 3305–3295 (Deep Reversal Demand) 🔹 Extreme discount 🔹 Valid only if 3310 fails 🔹 High RR buys if liquidity sweep appears 🔸 Sniper Battle Plan 🎯 Scenario 1 – Fade from 3347–3360: 🔹 If rejection signs (M15 FVG + RSI divergence), short toward 3335, 3314 🔹 Only enter if NY open confirms exhaustion Scenario 2 – Pullback to 3335–3328: 🔹 Ideal quick buys on bounce with confirmation 🔹 Watch for BOS on LTF for sniper entry Today’s zones require real discipline: no rush, no panic — just clear steps, sharp entries, and clean rejections or retests. You already saw what 3310–3305 reacted. The next move? You plan it. You take it. You own it. ✨ Which zone are you watching for your next move? Drop a comment, leave a 🚀🚀🚀and follow for more sniper-level clarity — every single day. Let’s keep mastering this market. Together. Disclosure: All plans are built on Trade Nation live feed. Educational only.
TRADENATION:XAUUSD
by GoldFxMinds
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GOLD - Wave 2 Bullish Towards $3,406 (1H UPDATE)I see a possible buy opportunity towards $3,406 on Gold, as part of its bigger Wave 2 correction, before we can consider selling again. Confluences👇 ⭕️Wave 2 Correction Not Complete (2 Sub-Waves So Far). ⭕️Distribution Schematic Forming. ⭕️Early Sellers ($3,377) & Buyers ($3,310) Liquidated In Past 2 Days. Now we've seen both buyers & sellers liquidated, we can expect to see a cleaner move back towards $3,400 where there is a lot of pending liquidity.
FOREXCOM:XAUUSDLong
by BA_Investments