Maggie Lake Talking Markets Episode 93: Wild Swings In Gold. With Dale Pinkert.
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Oct 10, 2025 Dale Pinkert, a trading coach at TradeGate Hub with a knack for technical analysis, dives into the wild fluctuations of gold this week. He discusses the intriguing divergence between gold miners and physical gold, hinting at potential market tops. Dale also shares his insights on Bitcoin's recent pullback and why taking profits might be wise. With predictions of a significant market correction on the horizon, he highlights the vulnerability of tech stocks and explores the impact of rising credit spreads. Rich insights for any trader!
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VIX Divergence Signaled Market Fragility
- Rising VIX while markets hit records was a major tell of fragility and buyer demand for protection.
- Dale argues VIX divergence signaled crowded short-vol positions that could be run over in a selloff.
Trim After Big Rallies
- Trim positions after strong rallies and take profits to reduce risk of large drawdowns.
- Be patient and wait for better re-entry levels rather than chasing highs.
Miners Diverged From Physical Gold
- Gold's price was diverging from gold miners, suggesting the miners might not confirm the metal's highs.
- The gold–silver ratio's behavior forecasted metals direction and signaled a possible peak for silver.