Silver prices rose as risk sentiment improved in the market after signs emerged that the US government shutdown was nearing an end. These hopes pushed the US dollar slightly lower and increased interest in precious metals, including silver, which often benefit when political uncertainty eases. However, silver's gains were restrained by the prospect of the Fed's interest rates remaining high in the near term. Investors are now awaiting clarity on the direction of US monetary policy after economic data was delayed due to the shutdown. If the dollar strengthens again or bond yields rise,...
Gold held steady early on Wednesday (18/12) ahead of an expected US interest rate cut later in the day as the Federal Reserve's policy-making committee wraps up its two-day meeting. The precious metal has held within a $5.00 range so far this week, ahead of a widely expected 25 basis point US interest rate cut from the Federal Open Market Committee, the third rate cut in a row. Source: Newsmaker.id
Gold prices were stable in early Asian trading on Wednesday (12/18) as the market awaits the Federal Reserve's interest rate decision, where a rate cut is expected to occur.The direction of future monetary policy is still uncertain, especially due to potential inflationary pressures. Source: Newsmaker.id
Silver held below $30.5 an ounce on Tuesday (12/17) after facing heavy selling pressure in recent sessions, weighed down by concerns about a more measured pace of easing from the U.S. Federal Reserve next year. The Fed is widely expected to implement a 25 basis point interest rate cut this week, but may signal fewer cuts for 2025 due to concerns about a potential resurgence in inflation. Silver and other metals are also facing pressure from ongoing demand uncertainty in China, the world's largest consumer of the metal. Source: Newsmaker.id
Gold was trading at $2,652 an ounce, on Tuesday morning (12/17) after posting a modest gain in the previous session as investors analyzed mixed U.S. data. Meanwhile, traders are now remaining cautious ahead of interest rate decisions by major central banks, including the Federal Reserve, due to be released on Wednesday this week. Source: NewsMaker
Gold (XAU/USD) started the week on a relatively positive note, with the US dollar (USD) weighed down by a slight decline in US Treasury yields and weaker-than-expected US manufacturing figures. However, the precious metal remains close to recent lows after a 2.5% sell-off late last week.US Treasury yields fell on Monday after a sharp rally last week, taking some of the recent bullish pressure off the US dollar. Investors appeared cautious about placing directional US dollar bets as they prepare for the all-important Federal Reserve (Fed) monetary policy decision on Wednesday.As of this news...