XAUUSD Weekly Forecast: Probable Price Range and Trade Plan

As of April 12, 2025, gold (XAU/USD) has experienced significant volatility, reaching record highs amid global economic uncertainties. Here's an analysis based on the latest data:​

📅 Economic Calendar Highlights (April 2025)
Key upcoming events that could influence gold prices include:​

• April 15: U.S. Consumer Price Index (CPI) release​
  
• April 17: U.S. Initial Jobless Claims​
  
• April 18: University of Michigan Consumer Sentiment Index
  

📈 XAU/USD Technical Overview

• Trend & Momentum: Current Price: Approximately $3,236.21 per ounce.​
  
• Trend: Strong uptrend, with prices surging past the critical $3,200 mark.
  
• RSI (14): 64.826 – approaching overbought territory, suggesting strong buying pressure.
  
• MACD (12,26): Positive value of 21.21 – indicating bullish momentum.
  
• ADX (14): 33.482 – confirming a strong trend.
  
• Moving Averages: All major moving averages (MA5 to MA200) are signaling a 'Buy,' reinforcing the bullish outlook.
  

Support & Resistance Levels:

• Immediate Resistance: $3,245.69 – recent intraday high.​
  
• Next Resistance Target: $3,300 – as projected by analysts amid ongoing market dynamics.
  
• Immediate Support: $3,174.14 – recent intraday low.​
  
• Key Support Levels: $3,048 and $2,953 – potential pullback zones if a correction occurs.
  

Candlestick Patterns:
A “shooting star” pattern has emerged, which may signal a short-term reversal or consolidation phase.

Price Projection for April 14–18, 2025

• Considering the current technical indicators and market conditions:
  
• Projected Minimum Price: $3,180 – accounting for potential short-term corrections.
  
• Projected Maximum Price: $3,280 – if bullish momentum continues without significant resistance.