Silver prices held below $38 an ounce on Friday after falling more than 1% in the previous session, as hotter-than-expected US producer inflation dampened hopes for a significant Federal Reserve interest rate cut in September. Weekly jobless claims also came in at 224,000, below the 228,000 forecast, indicating some labor market resilience. The market still rates more than a 90% chance of a 25 basis point cut next month, but the chances of a larger 50 bps move have been erased. Source: Newsmaker.id
Gold prices fell on Thursday (4/17) as investors took profits after bullion hit an all-time high, with traders assessing tariff negotiations between the U.S. and Japan. Spot gold fell 0.8% to $3,317.63 an ounce, as of 0717 GMT. Bullion has gained more than 2% this week. U.S. gold futures fell 0.5% to $3,330.60. Bullion hit a record high of $3,357.40 earlier in the session and has gained more than 27% this year. Source: Newsmaker.id
Silver (XAG/USD) fell during the Asian session on Thursday (4/17), paring some of its gains from the previous day. The precious metal came under pressure as global risk sentiment improved following US President Donald Trump's announcement of exemptions for key technology products from newly proposed "reciprocal" tariffs. The exemptions, which cover smartphones, computers, semiconductors, solar cells and flat-panel displays, primarily benefit goods manufactured in China. However, Silver's declines remained limited as Trump simultaneously launched an investigation into potential tariffs on...
Gold prices continue to struggle for their highest levels, during the Asian trading session reaching $ 3353 for the first time on Thursday (4/17), as Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell's warning about the impact of the trade war sparked volatility on Wall Street, leading to sharp declines in stocks and the dollar. Meanwhile, the Trump administration is preparing to pressure countries to curb trade with China in US tariff negotiations. Both of these things create sentiment for market players to seek safe haven assets, Gold being the main choice. Source: Newsmaker.id -ads
Silver prices rose above $32.50 an ounce on Wednesday, hitting a nearly two-week high as escalating trade tensions and broad economic uncertainty boosted safe-haven demand. The latest gains came after U.S. President Donald Trump ordered an investigation into potential new tariffs on all imports of critical minerals—most of which are sourced from China—further stoking fears of a deepening trade war. Beijing has continued to push back against what it calls Trump's "trade bullying" as it braces for a broader impact from existing and future U.S. tariffs. Source: Newsmaker.id
Gold prices topped $3,300 for the first time on Wednesday (16/4), as investors sought safe havens after U.S. President Donald Trump ordered an investigation into potential new tariffs on U.S. imports of critical minerals. Spot gold was up 2.3% at $3,301.78 an ounce by 1018 GMT, after hitting a record high of $3,317.90 earlier in the session. U.S. gold futures were up 2.4% at $3,317.70. "Trump's trade war shows no signs of slowing... triggering a fresh move into safe havens and out of stocks," said Ole Hansen, head of commodity strategy at Saxo Bank. Source: Newsmaker.id