XAUUSD Sell analysis

Analysis by WiseShark83

XAUUSD chart
Confidence
75
Entry
4,541
Target
4,532
Stop
4,546
Published
2026-05-18

Summary

Short-term trend displays a series of lower highs and potential weakness after a significant drop.

Trend

The intraday trend on the M5 chart shows a recent peak around 4555, followed by a sharp decline. Since then, the price is forming lower highs, indicating bearish momentum.

Patterns

There is a possible small bear flag or bear pennant forming after the recent sharp drop, suggesting continuation to the downside.

Indicators

Current price action is stalling around a minor resistance level established by recent lower highs.

Strategy

Initiate a short position near current levels. Place a stop loss slightly above the most recent lower high to allow for minor fluctuations. Target the recent swing low for taking profit.

For reference only, not investment advice. Trading decisions are your own.

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