Mild price weakness in Gold after as-expected U.S. inflation data
Gold and silver prices are slightly weaker in early US trading on Thursday, following this week's gains, but both gold and silver bulls still have momentum on their side.
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Posted 8/31/2023, 12:58:00 PM
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Gold and silver prices rise as the weaker U.S. dollar index and dip in U.S. Treasury yields attract futures traders and bargain hunters, while anxieties build over upcoming speeches from the Fed and ECB on future monetary policy direction and the potential shift in the Fed's inflation goal.
Gold prices are slightly up and silver prices have hit a three-week high due to short covering and bargain hunting, with silver seeing significant improvement in its technical posture.
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.
The improving economic outlook for the US has made gold less appealing to investors, but weakness in US consumers could still lead to a recession and boost the precious metal, while Chinese stimulus may support silver demand, according to Heraeus' precious metals report.
Gold and silver prices are slightly lower in midday trading due to a correction after this week's gains and a strong rally in the US dollar index, while the busy US data week is highlighted by Friday's employment situation report for August from the Labor Department.
Gold prices are holding steady gains near session highs as the U.S. labor market showed stability with higher nonfarm payrolls but also a rise in the unemployment rate.
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 rose slightly last week while silver remained mostly unchanged, but both metals are expected to potentially move together in an upward direction next week due to a dovish outlook on interest rates and potential repricing of the Federal Reserve's monetary policy.
The US dollar weakened against major counterparts due to disappointing economic data, leading to a rally in gold prices and a less dovish Federal Reserve outlook, while the Australian and New Zealand Dollars performed well due to gains in Wall Street; crude oil prices also rallied despite deteriorating economic conditions in China.
The U.S. dollar declined due to weaknesses in economic growth, leading to a boost in the performance of gold and U.S. equities, while other global assets experienced mixed price movements throughout the week.
Silver and gold prices have slightly declined, with silver down 4% and gold down 0.5%, leading to speculation about the potential for traders to switch back to silver from gold.
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 and silver prices are lower due to technical selling and a lack of fresh fundamental news, while rising crude oil prices have potential economic and marketplace effects.
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.
Gold prices are trading near session lows despite higher-than-expected inflation, prompting markets to price in further rate hikes.
Gold and silver prices are higher as both markets rebound from multi-week lows, while stocks in Asia and Europe rise and U.S. stock indexes are expected to open mixed; China's economic data shows signs of a fragile economic recovery and the U.S. dollar weakens.
Gold prices are trading at session lows due to tighter labor market conditions and significant selling pressure, as weekly jobless claims fell by 20,000 to 201,000, surprising economists who were expecting an increase.
Gold and silver prices rise as silver hits a two-week high, while the United Auto Workers strike in the US and concerns about the weakening Japanese yen impact trader and investor risk appetite.