STI at a Technical Crossroad: Gap Resistance in Focus

Binni Ong
04-21

STI $Straits Times Index(STI.SI)$ Technical Analysis (Weekly Chart)

  • The Straits Times Index (STI) continues to hold its long-term upslope trendline, which has acted as dynamic support since the 2020 lows.

  • Recently, the index rebounded sharply from the historical support zone around 3,400, a level that previously capped price in 2021–2022 and is now acting as a key demand area.

  • A visible gap between 3,750 and 3,800 has formed after the strong rally, with price now pushing toward the lower boundary of the gap.

  • After rebounding sharply from this zone, price has moved back up and is now approaching a gap area between 3,750 and 3,800. This gap serves as a resistance zone, as gaps are often seen as price inefficiencies left behind by rapid moves.

  • Such areas can act as resistance due to supply overhang, where traders who were caught in the prior drop may look to exit at breakeven, creating selling pressure.

  • The current price action shows hesitation near the lower edge of the gap, suggesting resistance is being tested.

Quick Note on Gaps

A price gap occurs when an asset opens significantly above or below its previous close. Gaps are often filled, meaning price tends to revisit that zone—but not always immediately. Whether a gap fills depends on momentum, trend strength, and broader sentiment.

DLC Strategy for Short-Term STI Trading

  • If the Straits Times Index (STI) pulls back from the 3,750–3,800 resistance area, short DLCs (e.g $STI 5xShortSG250529(CYGW.SI)$ ) may benefit from the short-term downside movement.

  • On the other hand, if the STI breaks above the gap and holds above 3,800, long DLCs (e.g. $STI 7xLongSG250529(CWHW.SI)$ may increase in value in line with the upward momentum.

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