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Dollar Cautious Ahead of Kevin Warsh’s First Fed Meeting
Although markets largely do not expect the Fed to change interest rates at this meeting, investors are paying close attention to the policy statement, economic projections, dot plot, and the post-meeting press conference. These will be key factors in helping markets assess the Fed’s communication style and policy direction under its new leadership.
Gold Remains in Consolidation, but the Long-Term Bullish Outlook Is Still Intact
Gold prices are still holding on to solid gains after testing the key support zone around USD 4,000 per ounce. However, according to some market strategists, the precious metal remains trapped in a broad consolidation phase as investors wait for clearer signals on interest rates and inflation.
Gold Steady as Investors Await Details of U.S.-Iran Peace Deal
At the time of writing, spot gold was up 0.2% at $4,315.87 per ounce, after rising as much as 3.6% on Monday and reaching its highest level since June 5. Meanwhile, U.S. gold futures for August delivery fell 0.3% to $4,337.10 per ounce.
Euro Holds Steady as Markets Await ECB Rate Decision, Dollar Remains Muted
The euro edged slightly higher to USD 1.1551, but remained near the lower end of its recent trading range. Pressure on the common currency mainly came from growing market expectations that the U.S. Federal Reserve may maintain a tighter monetary policy stance in the near term.
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Gold Extends Losses as U.S. Rate-Hike Fears Return
Gold prices remained under pressure at the start of the week as investors grew more concerned that the Federal Reserve may raise interest rates. At the same time, renewed tensions in the Gulf pushed oil prices higher, fueling inflation concerns and adding further pressure on the precious metal.
Iran’s Threat to Bab el-Mandeb: A New Risk That Could Shake the Global Oil Market
The global oil market is facing a new geopolitical risk as Iran threatens to close the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, a strategic shipping route that connects the Red Sea with the Gulf of Aden and the Arabian Sea.
Gold Falls Sharply as Strong U.S. Jobs Data Revives Fed Rate-Hike Concerns
Gold prices experienced a volatile week as geopolitical uncertainty offered only limited safe-haven support, while stronger U.S. labor data, rising Treasury yields, and renewed concerns over higher interest rates pushed the precious metal sharply lower.