Gold prices fall amid expectations that interest rates will remain high for a longer period
Source: Global Market Report
During the Asian early trading session, gold prices declined. Spot gold fell by 0.4%, quoted at $4,001.73 per ounce.
Rania Gule from XS.com stated in a report that expectations for interest rates to remain high for an extended period have boosted the dollar and U.S. Treasury yields, which could put heavy pressure on gold prices. However, she believes the recent decline is more likely a temporary repricing process rather than the start of a long-term bear market for this yellow metal. She added that gold's structural characteristics make it an effective hedge against sovereign risk, persistent inflation, and geopolitical uncertainty, and buying by central banks is expected to provide long-term support for gold prices.
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