The major attack on Friday was a pretty big clue that the cartel is not done. The choppiness recently is evidence that they are having trouble taking gold down.
The second half of the year could be the setup for the next leg higher in precious metals, which I anticipate could be one for the history books. There is time to prepare your portfolio, but some quality juniors have already started to move.
Interest rates are falling and this is bringing in bids into gold and silver. Gold's volatility bands narrowing, this can lead to volatility within the range.