XAU/USD Scalping Setup (5–10 USD Targets)
Bullish Scalping
Buy: 2332–2334 (support / pullback zone)Stop: 2327
Targets: 2338 (TP1) / 2342 (TP2)
Confirmation:
- Strong bullish candle on M1/M5
- Rejection wick from support
- Higher low formation
Bearish Scalping
Sell: 2346–2348 (resistance / pullback zone)Stop: 2353
Targets: 2340 (TP1) / 2336 (TP2)
Confirmation:
- Bearish rejection candle
- Lower high on M1/M5
- Momentum slowdown near resistance
Fast Breakout Scalping (Alternative)
Use only when volatility expands.Bullish Break Buy: M1 close above 2350
Stop: 2345
Targets: 2356 / 2360
Bearish Break Sell: M1 close below 2325
Stop: 2330
Targets: 2318 / 2315
Scalping Rules
- Risk per trade: 0.5–1% max
- One position at a time
- Exit immediately if price stalls
- Avoid scalping during major USD news
- Spread and execution speed matter
Best Trading Times
- London open (08:00–10:00 GMT)
- London–New York overlap (13:00–16:00 GMT)