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Market Analysis: Gold Slumps, Dollar Slides, Oil Simmers

Jan 14, 2024
4 min read
Table of Contents
  • 1. Yesterday's Market Recap
  • 2. Gold Market Challenges
  • 3. Decision-Making Reflections
  • 4. Today's Market Analysis
  • 5. U.S. Dollar Index
  • 6. Gold's Prospects
  • 7. Crude Oil Outlook
  • 8. Euro and British Pound
  • 9. Geopolitical Considerations
  • 10. Impact on Gold and Oil
  • 11. Summary of Strategies
  • 12. Closing Remarks
Yesterday MARKET

 

Good afternoon. As of January 12, 2024, we find the foreign exchange market presenting several complexities. It's important to approach this analysis from a neutral standpoint, focusing on market trends and patterns.

 

Yesterday's Market Recap

Gold Market Challenges

The gold market yesterday was tumultuous. Despite expectations of a rise post-data release, gold sharply declined, leading to significant losses in positions. Three trades in gold were executed, all encountering stop losses, and not a single one yielding positive results. This sequence of trades resulted in a combined loss of around $18,000.

 

Decision-Making Reflections

These trades reflect on the unpredictable nature of the market. Despite the strong data, gold's price did not rise as expected. Moving forward, there's a belief in the potential upward movement of gold, thus maintaining a focus on buying on dips.

 

Today's Market Analysis

U.S. Dollar Index

The U.S. dollar index today shows signs of a downward movement. This, coupled with the strong CPI data that did not significantly push the dollar up, suggests a strategy of shorting the U.S. dollar, with a key focus around 102.55.

The "Red Sea Escort Operation 3.0" has resumed, indicating intensified naval clashes between the United States and the Houthi rebels. Therefore, it's essential to pay attention to the news tonight, as there might be significant developments in the capital market, particularly in the maritime sector. This situation is particularly favorable for gold, especially given its impact on crude oil prices.

Gold's Prospects

 

Gold market today

 

Gold currently seems to be consolidating at a strong level, with optimism for an upward movement.  However, if the current rebound fails to surpass certain levels, it might lead to a downward movement, potentially breaking the current support. The strategy involves considering long positions in gold on a pullback, targeting around 2025.

Crude Oil Outlook

The crude oil market is nearing a consolidation phase, suggesting a waiting approach. The outlook for oil is to break upward, with a strategy of considering long positions on a pullback, targeting around 72.4.

Euro and British Pound

The euro shows solid support, suggesting a potential upward movement. The strategy is to consider long positions on a pullback, around 1.0945. For the British Pound, which recently reached a new high, a potential long position could be considered around 1.274.

 

Geopolitical Considerations

Impact on Gold and Oil

The resumed "Red Sea Escort Operation 3.0" indicates heightened tensions, which could significantly impact the capital market, particularly in the maritime sector. This situation favors gold, especially given its correlation with crude oil prices.

 

Summary of Strategies

  • USD (U.S. Dollar): Bearish, short positions considered around 102.55.
  • Gold: Bullish, long positions considered around 2025, with a potential rise breaking through 2045.
  • Crude Oil: Long positions on a pullback around 72.4, anticipating volatility.
  • Euro: Bullish, long positions on a pullback around 1.0945.
  • British Pound: Long positions considered around 1.274.

 

Closing Remarks

Considering it's Friday, with heightened market volatility and geopolitical uncertainties, it's crucial to manage risks carefully. Setting stop-loss orders and securing positions is advisable for navigating these market conditions. Wishing everyone a pleasant weekend ahead.

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Danesh Ramuthi
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Table of Contents
  • 1. Yesterday's Market Recap
  • 2. Gold Market Challenges
  • 3. Decision-Making Reflections
  • 4. Today's Market Analysis
  • 5. U.S. Dollar Index
  • 6. Gold's Prospects
  • 7. Crude Oil Outlook
  • 8. Euro and British Pound
  • 9. Geopolitical Considerations
  • 10. Impact on Gold and Oil
  • 11. Summary of Strategies
  • 12. Closing Remarks

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