FX.co ★ Gold analysis for December 20, 2013

Gold prices are unfolding in a downward impulsive move which we label as wave 5 of the decline that started at 1,360. We expect prices to continue lower towards our Head and shoulders target of 1,140. First support area is the previous low at 1,179 which can provide a small upward bounce.

Trend remains downward and bears should feel comfortable as long as prices continue to trade below wave (2) high and below the purple downward sloping resistance trend line. Short term support is found at 1,179 and then at 1,120-1,140.

The daily chart confirms our bearish view which was our preferred wave scenario. Prices are moving downwards in an impulsive pattern making lower lows and lower highs. We expect this downward move to continue to new lows.