Why do traders focus so much on gold (XAU/USD)? Because it’s volatile, liquid, and reacts directly to global events. In this short, I’ll break down why gold is one of the most traded assets in the world.
You’ll learn:
- Why gold is a safe-haven asset during uncertainty
- How gold moves in relation to the U.S. dollar
- When to trade gold for the best volatility
This is the first episode of my Gold Trading Shorts Series. Follow along to learn how to trade gold step by step - from the basics to advanced concepts like liquidity sweeps and fair value gaps.
Whether you’re a beginner or experienced trader, gold can be your best market if you know its story.
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Editors’ Picks
EUR/USD stays defensive below 1.1600, awaits Fed commentary
EUR/USD stays under modest bearish pressure and trades below 1.1600 in the second half of the day on Wednesday. Markets await the US House vote on the stopgap funding bill that will end the government shutdown. Meanwhile, investors will pay close attention to comments from Fed policymakers.
GBP/USD trims most of its intraday losses, advances beyond 1.3100
GBP/USD trades in the 1.3130 region in the American session on Wednesday. The US Dollar declines ahead of definitions about the US government shutdown. Market participants anticipate the largest shutdown in the country’s history is close to an end after the Senate agreed on a funding bill.
USD/JPY gains as Yen softens on dovish BoJ stance, US shutdown optimism
The Japanese Yen declines as Takaichi calls for a supportive monetary policy to sustain the recovery. Hopes for a deal to end the US government shutdown reduce demand for safe-haven assets. Expectations of Federal Reserve rate cuts limit the upside potential of the US Dollar.
Editors’ Picks
EUR/USD stays defensive below 1.1600, awaits Fed commentary
EUR/USD stays under modest bearish pressure and trades below 1.1600 in the second half of the day on Wednesday. Markets await the US House vote on the stopgap funding bill that will end the government shutdown. Meanwhile, investors will pay close attention to comments from Fed policymakers.
GBP/USD trims most of its intraday losses, advances beyond 1.3100
GBP/USD trades in the 1.3130 region in the American session on Wednesday. The US Dollar declines ahead of definitions about the US government shutdown. Market participants anticipate the largest shutdown in the country’s history is close to an end after the Senate agreed on a funding bill.
Gold extends rally past $4,200 amid US government reopening hopes
Gold accelerated its advance after Wall Street open, approaching the $4,200 mark in the American afternoon. The US Dollar remains pressured amid hopes of a US federal government reopening. The House of Representatives will vote on a funding bill later in the day.
Crypto Today: Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP poised for recovery as BTC ETF inflows return
Bitcoin rises in tandem with other crypto majors and is trading above $104,000 at the time of writing on Wednesday. Altcoins, including Ethereum and Ripple, are also edging higher, hovering above $3,400 and $2.40, respectively.
US government hopes boost risk, as bond market may not prop up Starmer
As we move through the European trading session on Wednesday, there is residual optimism in the market that continues to boost risk sentiment. European indices are having another strong day, although the FTSE 100 is bucking this trend and is posting a small loss.
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