Gold's biggest headwind may finally be peaking
Gold investors have spent much of 2026 confronting a frustrating paradox: the geopolitical and fiscal backdrop has arguably never looked more supportive for a safe-haven asset, yet gold has struggled in recent months as rising real interest rate expectations have dramatically increased the opportunity cost of holding a non-yielding metal.
The smart way to invest in gold right now as the dollar slips
Also in Weekend Reads: Kevin O'Leary's investing strategy, a 9% dividend paired with lower stock-market risk and advice from the Moneyist.
Gold breaks out following soft jobs data but could still struggle to get to $4,500
After two months of consolidation and testing support at $4,000 an ounce, the gold market has broken convincingly to the upside as the precious metal sees its best weekly performance since the start of the year.
Gold bugs spend $180 million betting all's clear for metal as bond yields stall
Despite a 25% decline in gold from its high in January, proponents of the precious metal are storming into bullish call positions.
Gold (XAUUSD), Silver, Platinum Forecasts – Gold Rallies As Traders Bet On Dovish Fed
Precious metals markets rally, supported by weaker dollar and falling Treasury yields.
PBOC boosts gold buying with largest monthly purchase since 2023
Not only has the People's Bank of China bought gold for 21 straight months, but the central bank has also continued to make solid tactical moves as prices have dropped nearly 30% from their all-time highs at the start of the year.
Gold prices surging higher as U.S. economy loses 23k jobs in July
Gold prices are once again surging higher, driving to $4,350 an ounce as the U.S. economy lost jobs last month, significantly missing expectations.
Gold Rises; Focus on Middle East Progress, U.S. Jobs Data
Gold edged higher in early Asian trade. Markets were likely monitoring signs of diplomatic progress in the Middle East conflict, said Tickmill.
Review & Preview: Nothing Gold Can Stay
The Dow broke a five-day winning streak on Thursday, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite tripped on a selloff in software stocks.
Gold (XAU/USD) Price Forecast: Reversal Opens Path Toward $4,494
Gold's bullish reversal has opened the door to higher targets, but reclaiming and holding the rising trendline could determine whether the breakout gains momentum.
Investors take profits in gold and silver as oil, yields rise after Hormuz deal doubts - Kitco PM Report
Spot gold and silver prices were weaker in late U.S. trading Thursday, as rising oil prices, firmer Treasury yields and a stronger U.S. dollar prompted investors to take some profits after Wednesday's breakout rally.
Gold prices are breaking higher after a tough stretch. Could fresh records be within reach?
Gold miners' stocks can offer a high-quality play for investors worried about inflation and the Fed.
