The Daily Edge - 18th Feb 2025

Low Volatility as XAUUSD Holds Inside Consolidation

Market Overview

Monday printed an inside bar after the U.S. Presidents’ Day holiday, leading to low volatility.
Price remains between 2940 IT-HH and 2860 ST-HL, with a failure swing below Friday’s low at 2880 but no decisive break.
4H chart confirms continued consolidation, keeping price within the range.

Key Observations

Inside bar formation – no breakout, signaling indecision.
Range-bound price action – price holds between 2940 and 2860, confirming consolidation.

Our Next Steps

Remain flat until a clear setup develops.
Monitor range extremes for trade setups
Longs: Below 2860, if price confirms.
Shorts: Above 2950, if structure aligns.
Avoid overtrading – patience is key until a strong directional move prints.

Reflection Prompt
How does recognizing when to stay out of the market improve discipline and long-term trading performance?

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