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Gold Eyes 4,080 โ Breakout or Bull Trap?
Gold continues to recover after reclaiming its ascending channel, while the U.S. Dollar remains under pressure as traders price in the possibility of Fed rate cuts later this year. With Treasury yields stabilizing and risk sentiment improving, buyers are attempting to regain short-term control.
However, the market is now approaching an important institutional supply area where the next impulsive move could begin.
Market Structure
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Price has broken the previous bearish trendline.
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The ascending channel remains intact.
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Higher highs and higher lows continue to develop.
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Price is trading above immediate demand, confirming buyers remain in control.
From an SMC perspective, institutions appear to be repricing the market higher while targeting liquidity resting above previous highs.
Key Levels
๐ข Immediate Demand (FVG): 4,000 โ 4,005
First mitigation zone for buyers.
๐ Intermediate Resistance: 4,028 โ 4,032
Potential intraday reaction area.
๐ด Internal Relief Retest: 4,058 โ 4,062
Important supply zone where profit-taking may appear.
๐ฏ Primary Buy-Side Liquidity Target: 4,080 โ 4,085
Main upside objective if bullish momentum continues.
The breakout above the descending trendline suggests institutional buying interest has returned.
Rather than chasing price higher, Smart Money often allows price to revisit mitigation zones before driving toward the next Buy-Side Liquidity pool.
The current structure continues to favor buying while the ascending channel remains intact.
Will Gold sweep Buy-Side Liquidity above 4,080 first, or revisit demand before the next impulsive rally?
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Gold Breaks TrendlineโIs 4,080 the Next Liquidity Target? ๐
Gold has reclaimed its bullish channel after breaking the descending trendline, while a softer USD continues to support precious metals.
From an SMC perspective, buyers remain in control as long as price holds above 4,000โ4,005 demand. The next key obstacle sits at 4,060, where Smart Money could engineer a short-term pullback before continuing higher.
If bulls maintain momentum, the market may target the 4,080โ4,085 Buy-Side Liquidity zone.
๐ Bias: Bullish
๐ข Buy Zone: 4,000โ4,005
๐ด Resistance: 4,060โ4,062
๐ฏ Target: 4,080โ4,085
Do you expect Gold to break straight into buy-side liquidity, or will Smart Money retest demand first?
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BRIAN XAUUSD โ GOLD BEARISH, LOW VALUE AREABRIAN XAUUSD โ GOLD IS WEAK, BUT THE LOW VALUE AREA IS NOW THE TRAP ZONE
Gold starts the week struggling around the 4,000 area after recording its biggest weekly decline in six weeks. The broader pressure is still clear: USD demand remains supported by safe-haven flows as the US-Iran conflict extends, while the daily technical setup still leans bearish.
But this is exactly where traders need to slow down.
Gold is weak, yes.
But selling directly into low value is not the same as selling from resistance.
Volume Profile structure
On the H1 chart, price is now trading above the Buy Reaction Base around 4,000 - 4,005 after reacting from the lower buy zone near 3,982.
This area is important because it represents the lower value base of the current profile. If buyers can defend this zone, gold may rotate higher towards the first upper value target.
However, the upside is still limited unless price can reclaim higher liquidity zones with real acceptance. The broader structure remains defensive, so any buy setup here should be treated as a reaction trade, not a full bullish reversal.
Important zones
Buy zone: 3,982
Lower value support and deepest reaction area.
Buy Reaction Base: 4,000 - 4,005
Current decision zone where buyers are trying to defend value.
Bullish Target Zone: 4,075 - 4,080
First major upside target if the rebound continues.
Upper Liquidity Zone: 4,100 - 4,105
Higher resistance where sellers may return strongly.
Trading scenario
Buy reaction from Buy Reaction Base 4,000 - 4,005
Entry:
Look for buy positions only if price holds above 4,000 - 4,005 and shows clear bullish rejection.
Stop Loss:
Below the Buy Reaction Base or below the 3,982 sweep low.
Take Profit:
TP1: 4,035
TP2: 4,075 - 4,080
TP3: 4,100 - 4,105 only if buyers reclaim value with strength
This setup is based on a Volume Profile reaction from low value. It is not a trend reversal setup. It is a controlled rebound trade from a key value base.
Final view
Gold remains vulnerable while the daily structure stays bearish and USD strength remains supported.
But on the intraday chart, price is now sitting near an important lower value area. If buyers defend 4,000 - 4,005, gold can rebound towards 4,075 - 4,080.
If 3,982 breaks cleanly, the bounce fails and sellers regain control.
The real question this week is simple:
Is gold building a reaction from low value, or is this just another pause before the next breakdown?
XAUUSD/GOLD 4H SELL PROJECTION 21.07.26XAUUSD / GOLD โ 4H Sell Projection
Gold is trading below a parallel descending trendline, showing that the overall 4-hour structure remains bearish. Price has recovered toward the 4045โ4055 resistance area, where the falling trendline and previous horizontal resistance are aligning.
The projected scenario shows a possible short pullback toward 4050โ4055, followed by bearish rejection and continuation toward the lower support levels.
Sell Entry Zone: 4044โ4046
Stop Loss: 4080.750
Target 1: 4028โ4030
Target 2: 4000
Target 3: 3967.288
As long as price remains below 4080.750, sellers may continue to control the market. A strong 4H candle close above the stop-loss level would invalidate this bearish projection.
XAUUSD: The Bullish Structure Is Gradually Being ConfirmedXAUUSD remains in a downtrend, continuing to form lower highs and lower lows.
As price moved lower, selling pressure began to slow, and each new bearish push became weaker than the last. Price then reacted clearly from a key demand zone, where renewed buying pressure pushed it above the descending trendline, suggesting that the short-term structure is beginning to shift.
This breakout is important because the market has now reached a decision point. If price continues to hold the demand zone and stays above the broken trendline, I expect the recovery to extend toward the 4,100 area.
The bullish scenario would be invalidated if price falls back below the demand zone. Until that happens, the current price action continues to point to a bullish structural shift following the prolonged decline.
XAUUSD: Breakout or Just Another Trap? XAUUSD: Breakout or Just Another Trap?
Market Context
Gold is trading around 4,024 after struggling near 4,000. The market is recovering from a recent decline, while the USD remains strong due to safe-haven demand and ongoing US-Iran tensions.
Although gold has broken out of a short-term downtrend, the overall structure is not fully bullish. A strong USD and Fed uncertainty may still limit upside.
Key point: buyers must hold the reclaim support zone for this breakout to stay valid.
Technical Structure
Gold has broken the descending channel with CHOCH and BOS signals, showing improving momentum.
Key support is 3,985 - 4,010. Holding this zone could push price toward 4,060 - 4,080.
If this support fails, price may drop back to 3,960 - 3,980.
The 4,060 - 4,080 zone is the first major resistance and reaction area.
Key Levels
Current Price: 4,024
Support: 3,985 - 4,010
Demand: 3,960 - 3,980
Target: 4,060 - 4,080
Resistance: 4,100 - 4,105
Bullish Above: 4,080
Bearish Below: 3,985
Trading Plan
Buy Scenario
Entry: 3,985 - 4,010
SL: Below 3,960
TP: 4,040 / 4,060 / 4,080
Buy Breakout
Entry: Above 4,080
SL: Below 4,040
TP: 4,100 / 4,120 / 4,140
Sell Scenario
Entry: 4,060 - 4,080
SL: Above 4,105
TP: 4,024 / 4,010 / 3,985
Breakdown Sell
Entry: Below 3,985
SL: Above 4,010
TP: 3,960 / 3,940 / 3,920
Overall Bias
Gold shows short-term recovery but remains fragile.
Holding above 3,985 - 4,010 keeps bullish potential toward 4,060 - 4,080. Losing this zone shifts control back to sellers.
Best approach: wait for confirmation at support or resistance. Avoid chasing below 4,080.
Will this breakout hold, or turn into another trap?
XAUUSD: Buyers Push, But Sellers Wait at 4,060 XAUUSD: Buyers Push, But Sellers Wait at 4,060
Market Context
Gold is recovering inside a short-term upward channel after reacting from the lower zone near the weekly bottom. Buyers are showing strength, but the market is not completely free yet.
Macro sentiment remains sensitive. US-Iran tensions can keep safe-haven flows active, while Fed expectations are still important for USD direction. Even if traders see a lower chance of an immediate Fed hike, the idea of a restrictive Fed later this year can still limit goldโs upside.
Key point: gold is bouncing, but the next test is the Sellerโs Last Defense zone.
Technical Structure
Gold is trading around 4,044 after a strong rebound from the Smart Money Buy Zone. Price is moving inside a short-term bullish channel, supported by recent CHOCH and BOS signals.
The nearest resistance is 4,060 - 4,080. This is the Sellerโs Last Defense area. If price reaches this zone and rejects, profit-taking or fresh selling pressure may appear.
The main support below is 4,000 - 4,010. This is the Bulls Must Hold zone. As long as price holds above this area, the recovery structure remains valid.
If 4,000 - 4,010 breaks, gold may return toward the Smart Money Buy Zone around 3,960 - 3,990.
Key Levels
Current Price: 4,044
Sellerโs Last Defense: 4,060 - 4,080
Bulls Must Hold: 4,000 - 4,010
Smart Money Buy Zone: 3,960 - 3,990
Channel Resistance: 4,060 - 4,080
Bullish Confirmation: Above 4,080
Bearish Risk: Below 4,000
Trading Plan
Buy Scenario
Entry: 4,000 - 4,010
SL: Below 3,960
TP: 4,044 / 4,060 / 4,080
Condition: Price must pull back into the Bulls Must Hold zone and show bullish confirmation. Buyers need to defend the lower channel and keep forming higher lows.
Buy Breakout
Entry: Above 4,080
SL: Below 4,044
TP: 4,100 / 4,120 / 4,140
Condition: Price must break above the Sellerโs Last Defense zone with strength, retest successfully, and hold above 4,080. Avoid chasing the first breakout candle without confirmation.
Sell Scenario
Entry: 4,060 - 4,080
SL: Above 4,100
TP: 4,044 / 4,010 / 4,000
Condition: Price reaches the Sellerโs Last Defense zone and gets rejected. Bearish reaction from this area could trigger a pullback toward the main support zone.
Breakdown Sell
Entry: Below 4,000
SL: Above 4,025
TP: 3,990 / 3,960 / 3,940
Condition: Bulls Must Hold fails, retest is rejected, and bearish momentum continues. This would confirm that the recovery channel is weakening.
Overall Bias
Gold is recovering, but the market is now approaching an important resistance area. The short-term structure remains constructive while price holds above 4,000 - 4,010.
The key decision zone is 4,060 - 4,080. A breakout above this area can extend the recovery. A rejection may send gold back toward 4,010 or even 3,960 - 3,990.
Best approach: do not chase price into resistance. Wait for a clean reaction at 4,060 - 4,080 or a pullback into the Bulls Must Hold zone.
Will buyers break 4,080, or will sellers defend this zone and push gold back into support?
CMP: โน8,885 | POLYCAB @ NSEThe Story So Far
Polycab spent nearly a year (mid-2025 to early 2026) building a base inside a rising channel between โน7,000โ8,300. In AprilโMay 2026, price broke out of the range with a strong bullish marubozu and rallied vertically to an all-time high of โน10,126 โ a clean breakout + trend expansion move.
What's Happening Now
Post the โน10,126 top, stock is in a healthy corrective phase โ today closing -3.58% at โน8,885. Price is now coming back to retest the breakout zone (~โน8,700โ8,900), which was the earlier resistance and is now expected to flip into support. Classic role-reversal retest in progress.
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The correction from โน10,126 โ โน8,885 is roughly 12% off the top โ normal, not damaging, as long as the breakout zone holds. As long as โน8,700โ8,900 defends on closing basis, this is a textbook retest of a breakout โ one of the highest-probability setups in technical analysis. Trend structure (higher-highs, higher-lows on the channel) is still intact.
Bias: Constructive above โน8,700. Wait for a bullish reversal candle (hammer / bullish engulfing / inside-bar breakout) in the โน8,700โ8,900 zone with rising volume before entering. If โน8,400 gives way, correction deepens toward โน8,000 โ still not a broken trend, just a bigger retracement.
Trigger: Behavior in the next 2โ3 sessions in this zone will decide the tone. Reversal candle = long setup with SL below โน8,400, target โน9,500 โ โน10,126.
โ ๏ธ Disclaimer: This is a personal technical view shared for educational and informational purposes only. It is not investment advice, buy/sell recommendation, or a solicitation to trade. I am not a SEBI-registered analyst. Markets carry risk; past chart patterns do not guarantee future outcomes. Please do your own research and consult a SEBI-registered financial advisor before taking any position. I / my family may or may not hold positions in the stock mentioned.
GOLD SEEKS TRENDLINE BREAK โ RECOVERY MOMENTUM RISESGold continues to trade within a constructive recovery structure after successfully defending the 4000 support zone. The recent series of higher lows shows buyers are gradually regaining control, while bearish momentum continues to weaken following multiple failed attempts to push prices lower.
The market is now approaching the descending H4 trendline once again. This trendline has acted as dynamic resistance for several sessions, making it the most important technical level to watch. A decisive breakout above this area would confirm a shift in short-term momentum and increase the probability of a broader recovery.
The first upside objective remains the 4035โ4045 resistance zone. If buyers can establish acceptance above this area, gold could extend toward the higher H4 resistance around 4070โ4085, where stronger selling pressure may appear.
For now, the preferred approach is to continue buying pullbacks while price remains above the 4000 support. Scalping opportunities still favor the bullish side, but the higher-probability trade will come once the descending trendline is broken with strong momentum and volume.
๐ Key Levels
๐น 3995 โ 4005
Primary support and preferred buying zone.
๐น 4035 โ 4045
First resistance and breakout confirmation level.
๐น 4070 โ 4085
Major H4 resistance and primary upside target.
๐น Below 3990
A sustained move below this level would weaken the current recovery scenario and shift focus back toward range trading.
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Preferred Scenario
Gold continues holding above the 4000 support.
Buyers pressure the descending H4 trendline.
A confirmed breakout above 4035โ4045 opens the way toward 4070โ4085.
Continue favoring buy-on-dips until the market proves otherwise.
If resistance rejects price again, expect another short-term consolidation before the next breakout attempt.
GE Power India - Buy Potential completion of Wave (4)GE Power India Ltd
GE Power India completed Wave (3) of Intermediary degree of Wave 3 of Primary Degree on 17 Jun 2026 at 4.272 X of Wave (1) of Primary Degree. Wave (2) had a deep retracement of 61.8%.
Wave (4) formation appears to be a Flat with a 3-3-5 sequence as given in the chart.
Wave 5 of Wave C seem to have formed at similar level of Sub-wave V of Wave 3 and the stock has started moving and hit upper circuit yesterday. The stock has achieved a retracement of about 38.2% of Wave (3).
One may consider going long on the stock with a stop loss 770
XAU/USD Gold Setup โ Precision Entry & TargetsSpot the opportunity in Gold! This chart highlights a defined entry zone, a clear stop-loss for risk control, and a target area for profit-taking. Perfect for traders who value structured setups with transparent riskโreward. Follow this analysis to refine your trading decisions and stay ahead in the XAU/USD market.
This setup is designed for traders who value transparent riskโreward and precise execution.
Is Nifty weak or strong?With the renewed tension in the middle-east, and oil prices rising again, Nifty is likely to remain under pressure.
The level 24261 was crucial Nifty just touched 24266 but could not close above it.
Any weakness below 24225 may take it down to 24125 and 24050 level for a retest.
SPX: Bearish Rejection & Potential Pullback to SupportSPX: Bearish Rejection & Potential Pullback to Support ๐
Description:
The S&P 500 (SPX) is showing signs of a bearish rejection at the upper supply zone on the 1-hour timeframe. After failing to sustain momentum above the recent high, the price has initiated a downward move, breaking below immediate structural support. We are now monitoring the development of this pullback as the index approaches the identified demand zones, which are likely to act as key support levels for potential stabilization or buyer intervention.
Key Structural Levels:
๐ด Major Resistance / Invalidation Zone: 7,560 โ 7,585
๐ Current Reaction Level: 7,533
๐ต 1st Support Objective: 7,460
๐ต 2nd Support Objective: 7,348
Trading Perspective:
We are looking for a continuation of the current bearish flow toward the 1st Support zone. If the price fails to find significant demand at these levels, it could signal a deeper retracement. Traders should monitor price action closely as we approach these objectives to identify signs of absorption or reversal.
This analysis is based on technical structure and market behavior, not financial advice.
Nifty - FIIs open interest analysis - July 20, 2026Buy orders slipped to 45% with decline in total oi by -3%, index long% declined to 9%, put writing declined to 48%, as per these data's FIIs have un-winded long positions. Nifty has to hold above its 21DMA of 24102 for any significant upside from current levels.
NIFTY- Intraday Levels :- 21st July 2026 NIFTY sustain above 24265 above this bullish then 24366/400 above this more bullish above this wait
If NIFTY sustain below 24213 then 24191/168 below this bearish below this more bearish the 24157/37 then 24108/103/086/79 last hope below this wait more levels are marked on chart
My view :-
"My viewpoint, offered purely for analytical consideration, The trading thesis is: Nifty (bullish tactical approach: buy on bip)
This analysis is highly speculative and is not guaranteed to be accurate; therefore, the implementation of stringent risk controls is non-negotiable for mitigating trade risk."
Consider some buffer points in above levels.
Please do your due diligence before trading or investment.
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Nifty Bank Trade Plan [21.07.2026: Tuesday]Probable Scenario Analysis and Trade Plan for the Nifty Bank Index NSE:BANKNIFTY for the 21st of July, 2026. The day is Tuesday.
๐ข Bullish Scenario
There is no observable bullish setup. The price must sustain above 58250. There might be a weak bearish move till 58500. The price will receive strong resistance at 58500. Next, if the price sustains above 58500, then a strong bullish move might emerge. The probable bullish target above 58500 would be 58750.
๐ด Bearish Scenario
There is no observable bearish setup. The price must decisively break down below 57500. Level 57500 is a strong support. Also, the monthly (July 2026) opening price is at 57573.35. Additionally, the weekly opening price is 57738.25. Therefore, the cluster around the zone of 57500 would act as strong support. It is not advisable to short unless there is a decisive breakdown below 57500. The probable bearish targets below 57500 would be - 57250 and 57000. Level 57000 would be a strong support. Next, if the price breaks down below 57000, then the probable bearish targets would be - 56750 and 56500.
๐ก No Trading Zone (NTZ): (58500 - 57500).
โบ Range of Consolidation (ROC): (59000 - 57000).
Here, 58000 is the median of the ROC. The median works like an intraday sentiment evaluator. The price trading above the median would offer bullish sentiment, while the price trading below the median would trigger bearish sentiment within the ROC.
โ Event
No high-impact event this week. One medium-impact event is the Euro Interest Rate Decision on 23rd July (Thursday). No holidays this week. There is Nifty 50 weekly expiry. Lastly, geopolitical issues are omnipresent.
โ Intraday Bias
Establish intraday bias with respect to the opening price. If the price sustains above the opening price, then don't think of shorting. Look for bullish trades only. On the contrary, if the price sustains below the opening price, then don't think of going long. Look for bearish trades in that case.
โ Chart Pattern Identified
"Rounded-Top" in the Weekly time frame. Maybe it is a sign of a trend reversal (bullish to bearish).
โ Disclaimer + End Note
- All the analyses would fail in the case of a major gap up, gap down, or price structure anomaly. Thus, practice PRAGMATISM in the live session.
- Trade only if there is a set-up. Remember, not trading is an extension of the trading activity.
- Mark your points. Trade your points. Price is GOD. Anything can happen in the markets. Thus, trade what you see, not what you believe.
- Always PRACTICE RISK MANAGEMENT. Always PROTECT YOUR CAPITAL. Be RESPONSIBLE.
- Be Strategic. Be Courageous. Be Patient. Be Wise.
- Every day is a new day. Thus, do not carry the baggage of past successes or failures. Leave the gardens of winning and losing. Establish yourself in equanimity. Always think from a new perspective.
- Let the joy of trading drive your effectiveness, not greed or fear. Believe in Possibilities.
Happy Trading!
Xauusd Gold Key levels Daily Chart XAUUSD (Gold) โ Key Levels (Daily Chart)
๐ Current Price: 4012
๐ข Major Support
3956 โ Most important support. Holding above this level keeps the rebound possibility alive.
3892 โ Next key support if 3956 breaks.
3524 โ Long-term major support.
๐ด Major Resistance
4100โ4140 โ First resistance zone.
4200โ4230 โ Strong resistance zone (Trendline + Supply Zone).
4400 โ Major long-term resistance.
๐ Trend
The overall daily trend remains bearish.
Price is still trading below the descending trendline.
No confirmed bullish breakout yet.
๐ Bullish Scenario
A daily close above 4140 with strong volume could trigger a rally toward:
Target 1: 4230
Target 2: 4400
๐ Bearish Scenario
If 3956 breaks, the next downside targets are:
3892
3800
3524 (long-term support)
๐ฏ High-Probability Trading Zones
Buy Zone: 3956โ3892 (only after bullish reversal confirmation)
Sell Zone: 4140โ4230 (on bearish rejection)
โญ Most Important Level: 3956 โ This support will likely determine Gold's next major move.
Retracement Perfect retracement setup. It is a 30-minute chart and the stock retrace is back towards the 200 EMA with a good trend because ADX is more than 18 so fairly trending and retraced back to the 200 EMA. It then fell down and broke the structure. After it broke the structure I would recommend entering at the 50% retracement level. I have indicated the exact level in the diagram and I have also put a stop loss and target with a 2:1 risk/reward ratio
TCS testing resistance with low volumesBased on TCS earnings, there was an up-move with volumes. Currently, the price is near resistance. However, the rejection volume is not high. So keep a watch on this for further up move
Note: I am not a registered SEBI member. Hence, please do not take this as an investment advice. This is just for education purposes only.






















