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Gulf Press > Business > Forex > Gold price hovering near two-week high, awaiting US NFP data for momentum
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Gold price hovering near two-week high, awaiting US NFP data for momentum

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Last updated: 2024/07/05 at 2:29 AM
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Gold price continues to struggle to gain traction on Friday amidst investor caution ahead of the release of the US Nonfarm Payrolls (NFP) report. The metal has been supported by bets of a September rate cut by the Federal Reserve, leading to a weakening of the US Dollar and lending support to gold prices. Despite this, the risk-on sentiment in the market has limited any significant appreciation in gold, with traders awaiting the NFP report for further direction.

The softer US macro data this week has reinforced market expectations of an imminent rate cut by the Fed in September, keeping the US Dollar under pressure and supporting gold prices. However, hawkish signals from influential Fed officials and minutes from the June FOMC meeting have shown policymakers may not be fully committed to cutting rates. Moreover, the bullish sentiment in global equity markets has also deterred traders from making bold moves in the gold market ahead of the NFP report release.

The upcoming NFP report is expected to show an addition of 190K jobs in June, with an unchanged unemployment rate of 4% and a slight decrease in Average Hourly Earnings growth. This data will play a crucial role in shaping market expectations regarding the Fed’s future policy decisions and consequently impact the demand for the US Dollar, providing new direction for gold prices. Traders are closely monitoring these developments to gauge the next move in the XAU/USD pair.

From a technical standpoint, gold prices have shown a bullish outlook after breaking through the 50-day Simple Moving Average (SMA). The positive momentum and potential breakout above key resistance levels suggest a possible further upside for gold prices. However, a retreat towards the 50-day SMA could provide buying opportunities, while failure to hold key support levels could lead to a downward correction in gold prices. Traders are closely watching these technical indicators for cues on the future direction of the XAU/USD pair.

Gold has historically been valued as a safe-haven asset and a hedge against inflation, making it a popular investment choice during times of economic uncertainty. Central banks, especially those from emerging economies, have been increasing their gold reserves to diversify their holdings and enhance their economic stability. The price of gold is influenced by a variety of factors, including geopolitical tensions, interest rates, and the strength of the US Dollar, which plays a significant role in determining the price of the precious metal.

In conclusion, gold prices are facing a tug-of-war between supportive factors such as the expectations of a Fed rate cut and cautious market sentiment ahead of the NFP report. Technical indicators suggest a bullish outlook for gold, but traders are waiting for key economic data releases to provide clarity on the future direction of prices. With central banks increasing their gold reserves and the metal’s safe-haven status intact, gold remains a key asset for investors looking to navigate volatile market conditions.

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