1. Gold (XAU) rebounds from weekly support and shows positive momentum.
2. Silver (XAG)) consolidates at support level and builds bullish price action.
3. EURUSD rebounds from long-term support and remains uncertain.
US Dollar Index (DXY) and Market Reactions Following the US Presidential Election
The US Dollar Index (DXY) experienced heightened volatility in the aftermath of the US presidential election, initially spiking to multi-month highs before easing due to profit-taking. Investors are still digesting the implications of Trump's victory, alongside the Federal Reserve's decision to cut interest rates by 25 basis points. The Fed rate cut aligns with the Fed's ongoing efforts to foster economic stability, but it has created mixed signals in the markets. With the dollar briefly strengthening, investor sentiment now turns to upcoming economic data, particularly the Michigan Consumer Sentiment Index, which could offer further insights into US economic health and influence the dollar’s trajectory in the short term.
The EUR/USD pair managed to recover somewhat after a sharp sell-off on Wednesday, bouncing back toward the 1.0800 level, but it remains under pressure. Market focus is now on the European Central Bank (ECB), as recent comments from ECB officials suggest a more cautious stance amidst evolving global monetary policies. Although the euro has found some footing following the sharp decline, it faces resistance and remains vulnerable to further US dollar movements. The dollar’s recent strength, coupled with shifting expectations for future ECB actions, has led to a period of consolidation in the EUR/USD pair. This range-bound action reflects investor caution in a market grappling with uncertainty on both sides of the Atlantic.
Following Wednesday's drop, both gold (XAU) and silver (XAG) found support and have shown signs of recovery. The Fed's rate cut provided a boost to gold, which surged above the $2,700 mark. With market uncertainties and dollar fluctuations, investors are turning to gold as a hedge. The precious metal's strong rebound underscores its values, particularly as the dollar’s strength starts to show signs of tapering. Gold’s bullish momentum could extend further, especially if inflation concerns and global economic risks persist, attracting more investors to this traditional store of value. Investors will also be closely watching the upcoming Michigan Consumer Sentiment Index, which could influence sentiment in both gold and silver markets.
Looking at the daily chart for gold, we see a sharp price drop following Trump's victory, which pushed gold below the key support level at $2,690 and down to the 50-day Simple Moving Average (SMA) around $2,650. However, the price quickly rebounded from the 50 SMA, exhibiting notable volatility.
This correction creates an opportunity for a potential rally in gold, with the market currently trading within an ascending broadening wedge pattern. The formation suggests that once the correction phase concludes, gold could be poised for an upward breakout. Thursday’s candlestick forms a bullish hammer, a pattern often seen at the bottom of a downtrend, which points to the possibility of a continuation to the upside. If gold can break through resistance levels above $2,700, the next significant target will be near the $2,800 region.
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The daily chart for silver (XAG) shows the price correction bringing the market back toward the key level where the descending broadening wedge was broken. Currently, silver has found strong support around the 50-day Simple Moving Average (SMA), which is providing a solid base for the metal. Despite the recent pullback, the overall trend for silver remains bullish. This correction presents a potential buying opportunity, as the market consolidates at a favorable price point before potentially resuming its upward momentum. If silver can maintain support at the 50 SMA, it is likely to continue its rise toward higher resistance levels.
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