December Comex Gold futures crossed to the bullish side of long-term downtrending angle, but the acceleration to the upside didn’t materialize as
After walking up a steep uptrending angle for several days, it looks as if this angle is getting ready to fail unless there is a strong opening over $1239.30. Since the market closed at $1234.30, there is going to be an early downside bias.
Crossing under the long-term downtrending angle at $1230.30 will be another sign of weakness.
The daily chart opens up under this angle with $1211.30 the next likely downside target.
If a short-term range forms between $1183.30 and $1238.60 then also watch for a potential pullback into its pivot at $1211.00. This pivot actually forms a pretty tight support cluster with the angle at $1211.30, making it the best downside target today.
If the market can sustain a rally over $1239.30 then look for it to extend into the major 50% level at $1253.80. Taking out this level with conviction could mean a test of the Fibonacci level at $1270.40.
The tone of the market today will be determined by trader reaction to two levels. Look for a bearish tone if $1230.30 fails as support and a bullish tone to develop if traders can regain $1239.30.
James Hyerczyk is a U.S. based seasoned technical analyst and educator with over 40 years of experience in market analysis and trading, specializing in chart patterns and price movement. He is the author of two books on technical analysis and has a background in both futures and stock markets.