Happy New Week, Traders!
As we open the market today, Monday, October 19th, 2026, the market is giving us a clear message: Safe-havens are still in control.
Gold (XAU/USD) is trading at $4,311.83, up 1.12% today, and Bitcoin (BTC) is trading at $76,707, up 1.13% today. Both are holding their gains from last week’s NFP jobs report. Meanwhile, the US Dollar is showing weakness and tech stocks are under pressure.
This is a perfect setup for a trending week – if you know what to watch.
At Amej Trading, we don’t guess the market on Monday. We plan it. Here is our full trading plan for this week, October 19-24.
3 Big Events That Will Move Gold and Bitcoin This Week
1. US CPI Inflation Data – Thursday (Biggest Event)
This is the #1 market mover this week. If inflation comes higher than expected, the Fed may keep rates high – bearish for Gold and Bitcoin. If inflation drops, expect Gold to break $4,400 and Bitcoin to break $78,000. Mark Thursday 1:30 PM WAT on your calendar.
2. FOMC Minutes – Wednesday
The Fed will release minutes from their last meeting. Traders will look for clues about future rate cuts. Any hint of a rate cut is bullish for Gold and BTC. Any hawkish tone will strengthen the Dollar. Volatility expected 7:00 PM WAT on Wednesday.
3. Oil Price Surge Above $100
Brent crude just broke $100 per barrel. This is important because high oil = high inflation = Gold goes up as a hedge. At Amej, we teach this correlation in Module 3: Global Economic Drivers. Keep an eye on oil – if oil rises, Gold usually follows.
Key Levels For This Week – Exact Buy/Sell Zones
This is what we are sharing with our 10,000+ active traders inside iTrade this morning.
GOLD (XAU/USD) – Current $4,311.83
- Our Weekly Bias: Bullish above $4,260
- Best Buy Zone: $4,280 – $4,300
- Breakout Level: $4,335.45 (Today’s High) – If Gold breaks and closes above $4,335, next target is $4,400, then $4,500.
- Support to Hold: $4,257.60 (Today’s Low)
- Stop Loss Idea: Below $4,250 for buy trades.
BITCOIN (BTC/USD) – Current $76,707.89
- Our Weekly Bias: Neutral to Bullish
- Best Buy Zone: $75,064 – $75,800
- Breakout Level: $77,000 – $78,280 – Bitcoin needs to break $78,280 to confirm a rally to $82,000.
- Stop Loss Idea: Below $74,800 for buy trades.
How to Trade This Week – The Amej 3-Step Monday Routine
Step 1: Mark Your Levels on Sunday Night
Before London opens on Monday, mark support and resistance for Gold and BTC. Don’t chase price on Monday morning. Wait for London to open at 8 AM GMT (9 AM WAT).
Step 2: Trade London + New York Overlap (2PM – 7PM WAT)
This is the best time to trade Gold and Bitcoin in Nigeria. This is when volatility and liquidity are highest.
Step 3: Risk Only 2% This Week
CPI week is volatile. Risk only 2% per trade. Capital protection is our core value at Amej Trading.
For Busy Traders: Let iCopy Trade This Week For You
If you have a 9-5 job, you cannot watch CPI and FOMC all day. That is exactly why we built iCopy.
Our verified traders are already positioned for this week. They have set alerts at $4,260, $4,335, $75k, and $78k. They will manage risk while you work.
Minimum to start is $200. Projected growth 5% – 20% monthly with risk control.
Week Ahead Checklist
- Set alerts for Gold $4,280, $4,335, $4,400
- Set alerts for BTC $75,000, $78,280
- Reduce lot size to 2% risk per trade
- Avoid trading 30 mins before and after CPI on Thursday
Bottom Line: Gold above $4,300 and Bitcoin above $76k is bullish, but we need a break of $4,335 for Gold and $78,280 for Bitcoin to confirm the next big rally. Until then, buy dips with caution and protect your capital.
