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Does a cannon that doesn't fire still have gold worth ten thousand taels? - Post-US-Iran Ceasefire Gold Market Analysis

On April 8th, gold futures markets experienced a rollercoaster ride amid multiple news shocks. The main contract of COMEX gold futures opened near $4,680 per ounce. Around 6 a.m., stimulated by news of the US-Iran ceasefire agreement, prices quickly surged, reaching $4,842.50 per ounce by 7 a.m., a daily increase of 3.37%. Subsequently, market sentiment gradually stabilized, and gold prices pulled back slightly. By the close of trading, prices hovered above $4,800 per ounce, up over 2% from the previous day's close. Will gold prices continue to rebound or turn downward? Let’s hear what Little Wealth God has to say.

1. Technical Indicators and Key Price Levels Analysis
From a technical perspective, the short-term trading range of COMEX gold futures is clearly defined.

【Support Levels】$4,750–$4,780 per ounce is the first support zone, representing the pullback low during today’s rally, with some buying support. If broken, the next key support will be $4,650–$4,680 per ounce, which is the previous consolidation platform bottom, tested multiple times without effective breakdown.

【Resistance Levels】$4,850–$4,880 per ounce is the first resistance zone. Today, gold faced resistance in this area and pulled back, with obvious selling pressure above. If broken, the next resistance target is near the previous high at around $4,950 per ounce.

【Technical Indicators】The 4-hour chart shows Bollinger Bands opening upward, with prices running near the upper band. The MACD histogram continues to expand in the red, indicating strong short-term bullish momentum. However, the RSI has entered overbought territory, suggesting a pullback may be needed. On the daily chart, gold prices have broken through previous consolidation ranges, with moving averages in a bullish alignment. The medium-term trend remains bullish, but caution is advised for a short-term correction after overbought conditions.

2. Fundamental Analysis Impacting the Market

1. Short-term Impact of the US-Iran Ceasefire Agreement

The news of the US-Iran ceasefire agreement was the direct trigger for today’s sharp rise in gold prices. Previously, ongoing tensions in the Middle East and rising oil prices increased global inflation expectations, suppressing the Federal Reserve’s rate cut expectations and putting downward pressure on gold. The ceasefire eased geopolitical risks, boosting market risk appetite, with funds flowing back from the dollar into gold. Short covering also contributed to the rally. However, the stability of the ceasefire remains uncertain; if subsequent negotiations falter, geopolitical risks could rise again, potentially suppressing gold prices.

2. Monetary Policy Expectations: Subtle Changes in Rate Cut Outlook

Following the ceasefire, markets expect that easing tensions in the Middle East will reduce global inflation pressures, increasing the likelihood of a rate cut by the Federal Reserve before year-end. Rate cut expectations generally favor gold, as the opportunity cost of holding gold decreases. Previously, the US March non-farm payrolls data significantly exceeded expectations, reducing the market’s expectation of a June rate cut to 38%, and the overall rate cut outlook for the year was further compressed. Today’s geopolitical developments have caused subtle adjustments in monetary policy expectations, providing a bullish signal for gold futures.

3. Market Outlook
(1) Short-term trend: Expect consolidation and correction

In the near term, gold futures will face profit-taking pressure and technical overbought corrections. Prices may fluctuate and pull back. If support at $4,750–$4,780 holds during the correction, there is potential for further gains, challenging resistance at $4,850–$4,880. If key support is broken, prices could revisit $4,650–$4,680.

(2) Mid- to Long-term trend: Bullish trend still supported

From a medium- to long-term perspective, the bullish trend in gold futures remains supported. On one hand, global central banks continue to buy gold, providing structural demand. Over the past two years, net gold purchases by central banks exceeded 1,000 tons, with emerging markets diversifying reserves, which will sustain gold buying. On the other hand, the de-dollarization trend deepens, and gold’s role as an international reserve asset will further strengthen. Additionally, if the Fed begins a rate cut cycle before year-end, it will significantly lower the opportunity cost of holding gold, benefiting prices in the long run. Long-term, gold prices above $4,100 are a good opportunity to establish long positions.

4. Risk Warning:

The gold market also faces some medium- to long-term risks. If the US economy remains strong with high inflation data, the Fed may delay or even raise interest rates, which could suppress gold prices. Moreover, the recent sharp rise in gold prices has accumulated profit-taking positions; if speculative funds exit en masse, a phase correction could occur. Additionally, the high leverage in gold futures markets can lead to significant volatility, so it is recommended to control leverage ratios and set stop-loss orders carefully.