Daily Price Outlook

- Gold prices rise to $2,050, with key resistances at $2,012 and $2,054, suggesting a bullish trend.

- RSI at 67 and MACD at 0.82 indicate bullish momentum, supported by a break above the 50 EMA at $2,042.

- Chart patterns, including a downward trendline and triple top breakout at $2,044, reinforce bullish signals for gold.

Gold's market presence on December 22 showcases a slight uptick, with prices climbing by 0.23% to reach $2,050. This upward movement positions gold near its pivot point at $1,980, confronting immediate resistance at $2,012, followed by higher challenges at $2,054 and $2,091. On the flip side, support levels are identified at $1,940, $1,905, and $1,871, which could play a crucial role in gold's price direction.

From a technical standpoint, the Relative Strength Index (RSI) currently hovers at 67. This figure, while below the overbought threshold of 70, suggests that gold is experiencing a bullish sentiment without veering into extreme territory. The Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD) stands at 0.82 against a signal of 5.65, further implying potential upward momentum.

Moreover, gold's price trajectory is above the 50-Day Exponential Moving Average (EMA) of $2,042, underscoring a short-term bullish trend. The chart analysis reveals a downward trendline breakout at the $2,044 mark, coupled with a triple top pattern breakout at the same level. These technical indicators collectively signal a strengthening bullish trend for gold.

In light of these observations, the overall outlook for gold remains bullish, especially if it sustains above the $2,045 threshold. In the short term, market participants can expect gold to test its immediate resistance levels. A successful breach of these barriers could pave the way for further gains, while a failure to do so may result in a pullback towards the lower support levels. Investors and traders should keep a close watch on these key levels for cues on gold's short-term directional bias.

GOLD Price Chart – Source: Tradingview
GOLD Price Chart – Source: Tradingview

GOLD (XAU/USD) - Trade Idea 

Entry Price – Buy Above 2045

Take Profit – 2072

Stop Loss – 2022

Risk to Reward – 1: 1.17

Profit & Loss Per Standard Lot = +$2700/ -$2300

Profit & Loss Per Mini Lot = +$270/ -$230

GOLD

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