Gold technical analysis
The overall market in April showed relative strength, rising from 2230 to 2430, setting a record high. The current price is hovering around 2330 and is expected to remain near 2330 at the monthly close, which is the 50% level of the rally. Therefore, the trend in May is likely to rise first and then fall, continuing the rise and then retreating. It may remain strong for a while in the first half of May, but may weaken and fall by mid or late May. Therefore, we should pay attention to the timing of long and short positions.
On the 4-hour chart, gold shows an obvious upward shock trend. The price gradually broke away from the previous low shock range, and the K line rose steadily along the short-term moving average, indicating that the short-term upward trend may not be over yet. However, the price currently encounters a significant pressure zone near 2354, which may pose a challenge to further gains. It is necessary to pay close attention to the short-term adjustment and repair situation and find a suitable entry point.
From a short-term perspective, the golden hourly chart shows an upward trend. Each moving average indicator on the 1-4 hourly chart extends upward, and the support moves upward again. The support next Monday is around 2320-2325, and the pullback is an opportunity to go long. If it breaks through 2352, we need to pay attention to gold bulls' upward test of pressure near 2363. At the same time, we also need to focus on whether gold will step back, especially if it steps back to the 2320 line, which will be the key point for long orders to enter.
When the market opens on Monday, gold can go long directly, with reference to the 2330 line. The upward trend can be seen to 2350, and may reach the 2360 line after stabilization. When entering the market, you should focus on light positions. If there is a breakthrough to a new high next week, you should be ready to buy long positions at any time.
On the whole, it is recommended that the short-term operation of gold next week will be mainly longs on callbacks, supplemented by shorts on rebounds. Focus on the resistance range of 2352-2360 at the top and the support range of 2320-2325 at the bottom.