Gold eases from intraday high as real yields cap upside – UOB
Gold spot retreated from an intraday high of $4,219 to close at $4,157 as elevated real yields continued to cap upside, according to UOB Global Economics & Markets Research.
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Gold spot retreated from an intraday high of $4,219 to close at $4,157 as elevated real yields continued to cap upside, according to UOB Global Economics & Markets Research.
Gold rose more than 1.3% on Tuesday, climbing back above $4,170 after a steep fall in oil prices helped ease inflation fears, even as several Federal Reserve officials struck a hawkish tone.
Gold and silver prices have diverged, with silver losing more ground. The gold/silver ratio sits at 68.4, and upcoming US data could determine whether the trend continues or reverses.
Gold stabilises near $4,154 after Monday's sharp decline, with traders weighing further Fed rate hikes and ongoing Middle East tensions that keep oil prices elevated.
Gold prices dropped around Rs 4,300 per 10 grams over two trading sessions on the MCX, as higher crude oil prices fuelled inflation worries and strengthened the case for additional US Federal Reserve rate increases.
Gold fell sharply to a seven-week low, pressured by rising oil prices, a firmer dollar and higher Treasury yields. Silver, platinum and palladium also declined.
Gold fell more than 3% on Monday after the US rejected an Iranian proposal to ease regional tensions, pushing oil prices higher and reigniting inflation fears that strengthened expectations for a more hawkish Federal Reserve.
Gold has corrected roughly $1,500 per ounce from its January high. An analyst suggests the $4,000–$4,100 area could be a solid entry for long-term investors despite near-term pressures.
Gold and silver prices dropped sharply on MCX as higher oil prices revived inflation concerns and boosted expectations of further US Federal Reserve rate hikes. Rising bond yields and a firm dollar added to the pressure.