I. Gold's Current Core Contradiction
Bull Support Factors
Weak non-farm payroll data reinforces expectations of a Fed rate cut, with the market betting on an over 80% probability of a September rate cut.
Risk Aversion: Although the tariff extension has not yet been finalized, the market remains concerned about escalating trade frictions, and gold is in high demand as a safe-haven asset.
Technical Breakout: Friday saw a strong breakout above the 3340-3350 resistance zone, with the daily chart showing a positive enveloping negative trend. Short-term bullish momentum prevails.
Potential Short-Term Opportunities
Monthly Top Signal: Consecutive high-level doji candlesticks with long upper shadows suggest medium-term selling pressure.
Fundamental Bearish Hidden Dangers:
The Fed's independence remains, and Powell may not cut interest rates prematurely due to pressure from Trump.
II. Key Technical Signals
1. Weekly Level: Range Unbroken
The 3268-3438 range persists, currently nearing its upper limit, so be wary of a pullback.
Bollinger Bands are converging, with the MA5/MA10 convergence signaling an approaching market reversal window.
2. Daily and short-term cycles: Overbought correction needs
After Friday's surge: 4-hour/1-hour RSI is overbought, the Bollinger Band opening is unsustainable, and a technical retracement is needed.
Key positions:
Resistance: 3376 (previous high) + 3385 (Fibonacci expansion level);
Support: 3340 (top and bottom conversion) + 3315 (bull defense line).
3. Triangle convergence pattern:
If it opens high and breaks through 3376 on Monday, August 4, it may test 3400; if it opens low and falls below 3340, it will look down to 3315-3280.
III. Operation strategy for next week on August 4
(1) Response to three opening scenarios
Scenario 1: Opening high (above 3370)
Strategy: Short in batches in the 3376-3385 area, stop loss at 3400, target 3340→3315.
Logic: Positive overdraft + technical overbought, betting on a pullback.
Scenario 2: Flat opening (around 3360)
Strategy: If the price rises from 3366 but does not break through, go short with a light position, stop loss at 3376, target 3340; if it falls below 3340, go short and look at 3315.
Alternative: If the support at 3340 is effective, go long, stop loss at 3330, target 3360.
Scenario 3: Low opening (below 3340)
Strategy: Go long in the 3338-3340 area, stop loss at 3325, target 3360; if it breaks through 3315, go short.
(2) Mid-term layout
Short opportunity: Go short in the 3385-3400 area, stop loss at 3420, target 3245 (monthly support).
Buy opportunity: If the price falls back to 3315-3280 at the beginning of the week and stabilizes, go long in the mid-term, stop loss at 3260, target 3400.
IV. Risks and Warnings
Beware of institutional manipulation: Friday's late-day surge may be a trap for buying; beware of a flash crash at Monday's opening.
Data disturbance: Pay close attention to the speeches of Fed officials. If inflation rebounds or hawkish remarks are made, it will be bearish for gold.
Undetermined trend: The market is still volatile and unilateral trends need to wait for confirmation of a breakthrough in the range.
Conclusion
Short-term: Prioritize shorting in the 3370-3385 area, and enter long positions in the 3340-3315 area when appropriate, maintaining strict stop-loss orders.
Mid-term: The monthly bearish pattern has not changed, and above 3385 is the ideal entry point for short positions.
Key Strategies: "Don't chase long positions during strong resistance; don't sell short during deep declines; follow the trend after a breakout; exercise caution in controlling the market."
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August 4, 2025 Gold Trading Analysis Report:
I. [Fundamental News Analysis]
▶ Market Drivers:
Weak US Non-Farm Payroll Data
The non-farm payroll data released last Friday was far below expectations, showing signs of an economic slowdown.
This directly boosted market expectations for a September Fed rate cut, with the probability of a cut soaring from 38% to 90%.
Changes in Fed Policy Expectations
The market anticipates two rate cuts this year, with the first possibly in September.
Rate cuts are positive for gold, a non-interest-bearing asset.
Risk Aversion Rising
The Trump administration's announcement of new tariffs has triggered increased demand for safe-haven assets.
Weaker US Dollar
The weakening US dollar index is supporting further gains in gold prices.
📌 Fundamental Conclusion: Weak economic data, dovish policy expectations, and risk aversion are the three main factors supporting gold's rally.
II. [Technical Trend Analysis]
▶ Daily Chart Analysis:
Gold has been in a wide range-bound trading range since mid-May.
Last Friday's daily close showed a large bullish candle, indicating strong bullish momentum.
Currently, the trend is range-bound and slightly stronger. The key question is whether it can break through the 3375 resistance level.
▶ 4-Hour Chart Analysis:
Gold has experienced a wave of consecutive gains and is currently fluctuating near the middle Bollinger Band.
Upward pressure at 3375 is a concern (a point of resistance seen multiple times); a break above would open up further upside potential.
Downward support at 3340-3335 is a confirmation zone for pullbacks from previous gains.
A break below 3335 would signal a return to a range-bound trading pattern, with support at 3300.
📌 Technical Conclusion: The market has not yet turned unilateral, but is biased towards a bullish trend. A break above 3375 is a key indicator of potential upside.
III. [Key Technical Levels]
Upward Resistance: 3375 is a key level dividing bulls and bears; a break above this level could usher in a new uptrend.
Upward Strong Resistance: 3390-3400 is a key level, representing previous highs and experiencing significant selling pressure.
Downward Support: 3340-3335 is a key defensive level; a break below this level could trigger a period of volatility.
Downward Strong Support: 3300 is a key level of support for major pullbacks.
IV. [Trading Strategy]
✅ Main Strategy: Buy on pullbacks, with shorting on rebounds as a supplement.
📈 Long Trade Recommendations:
Place long positions in batches upon a pullback to the 3355-3340 area.
Stop-loss: Set below 3332.
Target: Initially target 3375, then 3390-3400 upon a breakout.
📉 Short Trading Recommendations (Short-Term Hedging):
If gold prices encounter significant resistance in the 3390-3400 area, consider a light short position.
Stop-loss: Set above 3405.
Target: Look back to the 3370-3360 area.
V. [Trading Summary]
The current market is primarily driven by bullish factors, and the bullish trend is brewing a breakout.
Maintain a bullish strategy, with a defensive level set at 3335.
A successful break above 3375 will fully unleash bullish sentiment, potentially ushering in a new bull market.
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