Fundamental Analysis

Gold Maintains Its Ground Amid Anticipation of a Peak in Fed Rate Hikes

On Thursday, gold prices remained relatively stable as the US dollar and Treasury yields declined amid expectations that the Federal Reserve might halt interest rate hikes. The dollar index slipped, and US 10-year note yields hit a three-week low, bolstering gold’s appeal. Bob Haberkorn from RJO Futures noted that gold was strengthening due to indications Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Gold Climbs as Yields Decline on Mixed US Data

Gold closed higher Thursday as US Treasury yields retreated while investors absorbed mixed US economic data. US Economic Surprise Index (Source: Bloomberg) The US economy expanded at a faster-than-expected rate in the third quarter due to strong consumer spending and a strong labor market. Gross domestic product went up by 4.9% annually in the last Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Middle East Tensions Boost Safe Haven Gold

Gold rose for the third consecutive session on Thursday due to increasing Middle East tensions, driving up demand for safe-haven assets. Moreover, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s comments fueled optimism that the US central bank might pause rate hikes.  Meanwhile, Israel conducted more airstrikes on Gaza, with British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak echoing US President Read More…