TD Securities strategists note that Precious Metals, particularly Gold, are struggling to gain traction as elevated Fed hike probabilities keep real rates high. CTA's (Commodity Trading Advisors) are running a small net short and scenario analysis points to a relatively tight trading band.
Societe Generale’s Kenneth Broux and colleagues note Brent has fallen below $90 per barrel after US-Iran deal hopes and President Trump’s cancelled strikes. Their technical view highlights a sustained downtrend after losing the 50-DMA and breaking an ascending trend line.
XAG/USD edges lower after registering over 6% gains in the previous day, trading around $67.00 per troy ounce during the Asian hours on Friday. The technical analysis of the daily chart shows a falling wedge pattern, which suggests a strong bullish reversal.