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Gold Prices Weaken as Strong Dollar and Economic Data Raise Prospects of More Fed Rate Hikes

  • Gold prices hovered near a 6-month low due to a strong dollar and Treasury yields ahead of U.S. economic data that could influence Fed interest rate trajectory.

  • Durable goods orders and 10-year Treasury yields were higher than expected, boosting the dollar and pressuring gold prices lower.

  • Market attention turns to revised U.S. Q2 GDP figures and weekly jobless claims data out later today.

  • The August PCE price index, the Fed's preferred inflation gauge, is due Friday.

  • Top Republican Kevin McCarthy rejected a stopgap funding bill, raising risks of a partial U.S. government shutdown.

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### Summary Gold prices have continued to decline due to rising US treasury yields and a stronger dollar. The FOMC meeting minutes revealed concerns about inflation and the potential need for additional interest rate hikes. The outlook for gold prices remains subdued ahead of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell's upcoming speech. ### Facts - 📉 Gold prices have declined for the fourth consecutive week, breaking below the significant threshold of $1,900 per troy ounce and reaching their lowest point since March 2023. - 📈 The continuous rise in US treasury yields and the dollar index has contributed to the decline in gold prices. - 📊 US economic indicators, such as retail sales and manufacturing production, have outperformed expectations, highlighting resilient consumer spending and propelling the dollar index. - 💸 The FOMC meeting minutes revealed concerns about inflation and the potential need for additional interest rate hikes, although two Fed officials favored keeping rates unchanged or pursuing a rate cut. - 🇨🇳 Weakening sentiment in China and diverging monetary policies have also contributed to the strengthening dollar. - 📆 The upcoming week will focus on flash manufacturing PMI figures and the Jackson Hole Economic Symposium, where Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell is scheduled to address the economic outlook. ### Potential Implications - ⬇️ Gold prices are expected to remain subdued in anticipation of Powell's speech, as elevated yields and a stronger dollar continue to impact the market.
Gold has found support at the 50-Week EMA, suggesting consolidation and a potential target of $2000, but breaking below $1900 could have negative implications for the gold market; the bond markets and interest rates should be monitored to determine gold's future direction, and caution is advised due to the end of summer and the absence of major players in the market.
Gold and silver prices are slightly up in quieter early U.S. trading, with traders and investors anticipating a more active market next week following the Labor Day weekend holiday.
Gold price is aiming to sustain above $1,920.00 as pressure builds on the US Dollar and Treasury yields, with the upcoming labor market data playing a crucial role in guiding the Federal Reserve's policy action.
Gold and silver prices rise to three-week and four-week highs respectively, driven by weaker-than-expected U.S. economic data and a decline in the U.S. dollar index.
Gold reaches its highest point in nearly a month due to weak U.S. economic readings, suggesting that the Federal Reserve may halt its interest rate hikes.
The gold market remains steady despite stable inflation pressures, suggesting that the US central bank may be able to end its tightening cycle.
Gold prices remained stable near session lows as the latest data on the U.S. manufacturing sector showed improvement but still indicated contraction for the tenth consecutive month.
Gold prices decline slightly as the dollar remains strong, with investors awaiting further signals on the U.S. Federal Reserve's monetary policy after an expected interest rate pause this month.
Gold prices slipped to a one-week low due to rising bond yields and a stronger U.S. dollar, as investors sought a hedge against global economic growth concerns.
The U.S. dollar's dominance in the gold market may be losing momentum, potentially leading to new all-time highs for gold as the dollar weakens, according to market strategist Carley Garner. She expects the U.S. dollar index to hold resistance below 105 points and eventually retest support at 99 points, which could be a game changer for gold, potentially pushing prices to $2,600 an ounce. Garner also highlights the resilience of gold and the potential for a selloff if the Federal Reserve shifts to a more neutral monetary policy stance. However, she is not as optimistic about silver, preferring to focus on gold.
The dollar index has been on a sustained rally since mid-July, leading to a slight decline in gold prices due to the inverse relationship between the two, but gold has held up well despite the strength of the dollar.
Gold prices rose as the dollar weakened and investors awaited central bank policy meetings, with the Fed expected to pause on interest rate hikes.
Gold and silver prices are slightly down as U.S. Treasury yields rise, the U.S. dollar index remains high, and traders and investors anticipate a potential U.S. government shutdown.
Gold and silver prices are down due to bearish outside market influences, including rising U.S. Treasury yields, a strengthening U.S. dollar, and lower crude oil prices, while the metals market bulls are also facing resistance from the Federal Reserve; however, safe-haven buying may increase if worrisome elements escalate.
Despite a decline in consumer optimism in September, the gold market is seeing little demand as a safe-haven asset, with prices trading near session lows as the US dollar and bond yields remain elevated.
The gold market remains near a six-month low as it tests support above $1,900 an ounce, but is not experiencing major selling pressure despite strong US manufacturing data, with December gold futures currently trading at $1,909.60 an ounce.
The strength of the US dollar and rising bond yields are causing gold prices to fall to their lowest level since March, with some analysts predicting that the bearish momentum could push prices down further to their 2023 lows at $1,810 in the spot market.
The gold market is experiencing some modest technical buying after a drop to a 6.5 month low, despite stable labor market data and the Federal Reserve's aggressive monetary policies.
Gold prices experienced a significant decline this week due to seasonal factors and options contracts expiring, but analysts expect a rebound in the near term as retail investors remain divided and market dynamics shift with the start of the fourth quarter.
The Federal Reserve's expected interest rate hikes have had a significant impact on gold and bonds, causing gold prices to decline and the US Dollar to reach a ten-month peak; however, concerns have been raised about whether these measures are sufficient to counteract inflation, leading to speculation about potential adjustments in rate policy.
Gold and silver prices have remained stagnant for over three years despite high inflation and geopolitical turmoil, leading investors to consider the alternatives, such as holding cash, given the decline in the dollar's purchasing power and the potential for a looming recession and economic reckoning, making other conventional assets like bonds, equities, and real estate appear overvalued.
Gold and silver prices continue to drop due to a strong US dollar and rising US Treasury yields, with December gold futures reaching a 10-month low and December silver futures hitting a 6.5-month low.
Precious metals prices have been declining recently due to the higher interest rate projections by the Federal Reserve, but the weakness in gold prices may also be influenced by China's internal market dynamics and its impact on global gold prices.
Gold prices are holding near their lowest levels since March due to the Federal Reserve's monetary policy, but ING remains optimistic that prices can rally above $2,000 an ounce next year and higher through 2025.
Gold prices are slightly lower after the US employment report for September shows stronger-than-expected non-farm payrolls gains, indicating that the Federal Reserve will likely maintain its hawkish stance on monetary policy.
Gold prices have experienced a nine-day losing streak, but some analysts believe the market may be nearing a bottom, with the precious metal showing modest gains at the end of the week.
Gold prices may continue to increase due to the Israel-Hamas conflict, higher oil prices, and higher demand during the festive season, but the upside may be limited by the possibility of continued monetary tightening by the US Federal Reserve.
The gold market holds solid gains despite potential challenges from persistently elevated inflation and the possibility of an interest rate hike by the Federal Reserve.
Gold and silver prices are at a six-week and three-week high, respectively, due to increased risk aversion in the marketplace as a result of Middle East violence and investors seeking safe-haven assets.
Gold prices remain near $2000 per ounce despite rising rate hike expectations and higher Treasury yields, while silver's low prices have led to strong coin sales but the metal remains oversold, according to analysts at Heraeus.
The price of gold has been rising due to several economic and geopolitical crises, but factors such as a strong US dollar and rising interest rates may limit its future growth.
Gold and silver prices are weaker after a slightly stronger-than-expected U.S. economic report, which adds to the case for the Federal Reserve to keep raising interest rates.
Gold prices have reached $2,000 per ounce due to the safe-haven trade prompted by the Israel-Hamas war, but economic uncertainty, including inflation concerns and fears of a credit event and recession, suggests that the Federal Reserve will maintain a hawkish monetary policy stance.