Inflation heats up, central banks turn hawkish! Is the wind changing for gold prices?

I. Analysis of Current Trends
1. Strong price performance
· Current price: 4988.6, up +2.03%, gaining +99.1 points in a single day, indicating strong short-term bullish momentum.
· Price has moved above all major moving averages (EMA10, 20, 50, 100, 200), indicating an overall bullish alignment.
2. Bullish alignment of moving average system
· EMA10 (4945.89) > EMA20 (4863.19) > EMA50 (4611.97), indicating an upward short-term trend.
· EMA100 (4324.12) and EMA200 (3934.50) are farther apart, showing a stable long-term uptrend.
3. MACD shows a short-term adjustment signal
· DIF (128.689) < DEA (156.333), forming a "death cross".
· The MACD histogram is negative (-55.288), indicating that short-term momentum has slowed slightly, potentially entering a short-term consolidation or pullback phase.
4. Trading volume has shrunk slightly
· Current trading volume is 171,400, lower than MAVOL50 (242,600), showing weak buying interest at higher prices; watch for possible price-volume divergence.
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II. Future Direction Prediction
Short-term (1-2 weeks):
· Slightly bullish with volatility: Although the MACD shows a death cross signal, the price remains above the moving averages. If EMA10 (approximately 4945) holds steady, there is still a chance to test the previous high (around 5421 in the chart).
· Key support: EMA20 (4863) is an important defensive point. A break below could lead to a retest of the 4800–4850 range.
Medium-term (1-3 months):
· The trend remains bullish: the long-term moving averages are sloping upwards, and 'WOW Trend 1' indicates support at 4682. Barring any significant negative news, a pullback could still lead to an upward continuation.
· Target range: If the previous high is breached, the next target could be between 5500–5600.
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III. Comprehensive Review of Recent Gold Price Movements
· Upside drivers: Likely supported by risk aversion sentiment (e.g., geopolitical factors, economic uncertainty), a weaker US dollar, or inflation expectations.
· Risk Warning:
1. MACD death cross with shrinking trading volume; short-term pullbacks should be monitored.
2. A break below EMA20 may shift the trend into a range-bound movement (4800–5000).
· Trading recommendations:
· For those holding long positions: Consider setting stop-loss and take-profit levels along EMA10 or EMA20.
· For those on the sidelines: Wait for a pullback to the support zone (4860–4900) before considering staged entry.
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IV. Conclusion
Gold is currently in a long-term uptrend with short-term volatility. The technical outlook remains bullish, but momentum has slightly slowed. If it holds above the moving average support, there is still room for upside; however, if it breaks below key support, a pullback risk should be noted. It is recommended to closely monitor international news (such as Fed policy and geopolitical events) and the movement of the US dollar.
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