Gold prices held firm near $3,346 per ounce in early Monday trading, as market participants weighed geopolitical tensions, U.S. fiscal concerns, and dovish Federal Reserve expectations. While the yellow metal slightly pulled back after U.S. President Donald Trump announced a delay on the 50% EU tariff to July 9, support remains strong amid ongoing macro pressures.
The Congressional Budget Office now projects a $4 trillion increase in U.S. federal debt over the next decade—fueled by persistent deficits and rising entitlements. This has dragged the U.S. Dollar Index (DXY) to a one-month low, indirectly boosting gold’s appeal as a store of value in a weakening-dollar, low-rate environment.
Silver prices mirrored gold’s trend, trading around $33.54 per ounce, with strong tailwinds from Fed rate cut bets and a softer dollar. Futures markets are now pricing in two rate cuts by year-end, following slowing inflation and subdued U.S. growth.
XAG’s bullish structure remains intact, but eyes are locked on the $33.70 resistance zone, a critical level that could unlock further upside potential.
This week’s key economic catalysts include:
All eyes will also be on the FOMC minutes, expected to provide clarity on the Fed’s path forward. Minneapolis Fed President Neel Kashkari has warned of stagflation risks if trade frictions persist—adding fuel to the gold bull case.
While tariff delays eased immediate concerns, underlying geopolitical risks—from Eastern Europe to the Middle East—continue to drive demand for safe-haven assets. Investors remain cautious as global tensions could escalate unexpectedly, keeping gold and silver in strong demand.
The gold chart reflects a rising channel with firm support from the 50 and 200 EMA. However, candlestick indecision near resistance suggests consolidation. A breakout above $3,366 could spark bullish momentum, while failure to hold $3,332 might lead to a technical dip.
XAG/USD continues to follow a steady uptrend, with strong EMA support. But with multiple Doji candles forming, price action hints at hesitation. Traders should wait for a confirmed breakout above $33.70 for bullish continuation or monitor a drop below $33.36 for a corrective move.
With market focus shifting toward Fed rate decisions, economic data, and global tensions, both gold and silver remain fundamentally supported. While gold consolidates near key resistance, silver tests breakout levels that could define short-term trends.
👉 Watch for volatility ahead of PCE and GDP releases later this week.
Stay updated with Daily Forex Pakistan.
GBP/USD edges higher toward 1.3450 as dovish Fed comments support the Pound, despite mixed UK…
Bitcoin approaches record highs, Ethereum targets the $4,000 mark, and Ripple (XRP) hits a new…
EUR/USD climbs past 1.1600 as the Fed’s dovish stance calms market nerves, boosting demand for…
EUR/JPY holds above the 100-day EMA, maintaining bullish momentum, though overbought RSI levels suggest a…
Gold (XAU/USD) rebounds off key support, with bullish momentum building as traders watch for further…
USD/JPY and AUD/USD remain sensitive to Fed and BoJ policy signals, while US market sentiment…