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Gold lacks clear direction in the short term, remains range-bound leading up to US Nonfarm Payrolls

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Last updated: 2024/05/03 at 4:43 AM
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The price of gold, XAU/USD, is struggling to gain traction amid mixed fundamental cues in the market. The Federal Reserve’s less hawkish outlook has dragged the US Dollar to a multi-week low, providing some support to gold prices. However, bets for a delayed Fed rate cut and a positive risk tone in the market are capping gains ahead of the release of the US Nonfarm Payrolls (NFP) report. Traders are waiting on the sidelines for cues about the Fed’s rate-cut path before placing fresh directional bets on gold. The precious metal remains in a consolidative price move within a trading range, waiting for a clear breakout for a near-term trajectory.

The Fed’s indication that the next move will be to lower the policy rate, despite not being in a hurry to cut borrowing costs, has led to broad-based US Dollar weakness. This has helped limit the downside for gold prices, but cautious sentiment remains among traders as they wait for key economic data like the NFP report. Expectations that the Fed will keep interest rates higher for longer, along with positive market sentiment, are undermining demand for safe-haven assets like gold. The release of US monthly employment details in the NFP report is expected to influence market expectations about the Fed’s future policy decisions, driving the USD and providing impetus to gold prices.

From a technical analysis perspective, the current week has seen range-bound price action in gold, forming a rectangle pattern on short-term charts. Neutral oscillators on the daily chart suggest a consolidation phase with decent support levels near $2,285-2,280 if further weakness is observed. Key resistance levels to watch out for include $2,326-2,328 and $2,335 before a potential breakout towards higher levels. Gold is widely regarded as a safe-haven asset and a hedge against inflation and depreciating currencies, making it an attractive investment option during turbulent times.

Central banks are the largest holders of gold as they aim to diversify their reserves and improve the perceived strength of their economies and currencies. Central banks from emerging economies are quickly increasing their gold reserves, with high gold reserves being a source of trust for a country’s solvency. Gold’s inverse correlation with the US Dollar and US Treasuries makes it an attractive asset for diversification during market uncertainties. Significant factors that can influence gold prices include geopolitical instability, fears of recession, interest rate movements, and the behavior of the US Dollar.

Overall, gold remains a popular investment choice for its safe-haven status, historical significance, and value as a store of wealth. While mixed fundamental cues and market dynamics may impact short-term price movements, the long-term prospects for gold as a valuable asset remain strong. Investors and traders should keep an eye on key economic data releases and market sentiment to make informed decisions about trading gold. As a key player in the financial markets, gold continues to play a pivotal role in diversifying portfolios and hedging against market uncertainties.

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