Gold Gains, Helped by Central Banker Commentary, Economic Data
Gold rose in early Asian trade. Central bankers' less hawkish commentary could be supporting the yellow metal, ANZ Research said.
These are the key factors that could restart the gold rally this year, or drive prices even lower – World Gold Council H2 Outlook
Despite gold's dramatic fall from $5,500 per ounce earlier this year to below $4,000 in late June, the yellow metal is still among the top performers over the past year, and demand central banks and long-term investors should limit downside risk as gold still retains clear upside potential for the remainder of 2026, according to the new mid-year outlook from the World Gold Council (WGC).
Spot gold bumps up against $4,100/oz after ISM Manufacturing PMI falls to 53.3
Gold is trading near session highs on the edge of $4,100 after the latest data showed the U.S. manufacturing sector performing below expectations last month, while prices continued their recent moderation in June.The Institute for Supply Management (ISM) announced on Wednesday that its Manufacturing Purchasing Managers Index fell to 53.3 in June, after posting a reading of 54 in May, its highest reading since May of 2022. The headline number was lower than expected, as consensus forecasts looked for a hold at 54.
Gold Slumps Below $4,000 as It Loses Shine to the Dominant Tech Trade
June was the worst month for gold since 2008. But some analysts are bullish on the second half of the year.
Gold prices fall further after worst quarter in 13 years as interest rate fears hit bullion
Gold prices fell Wednesday after bullion suffered its worst quarter in 13 years. The precious metal is down from its January record high after the Iran war sent energy prices higher, reigniting inflation fears and heightening the potential for Fed rate hikes.
Gold and Silver Price Forecast: Gold Falls Below $4,000 as Fed Bets Rise
Gold and silver prices remain under pressure as Fed rate hike bets rise, the U.S. dollar strengthens, and fragile U.S.-Iran peace efforts keep inflation risks alive.
Gold Holds Steady in Bearish Consolidation Zone
Gold held steady in early Asian trade. The yellow metal has now entered a medium-term bearish consolidation zone below $4,115 an ounce, Swissquote Bank said.
Gold's correction is a buying opportunity as governments won't tolerate economic pain - Waratah Capital's Dunkley
Gold's recent correction has created a compelling opportunity in both bullion and mining equities as governments and central banks will eventually prove unwilling to tolerate economic pain, according to one veteran portfolio manager who expects policymakers to keep the economy running hot for years to come.
Commodities Chief: Gold Headed “Above $4,500,” Don't Let the Selloff Fool You
Gold's brutal stretch has rattled even seasoned bulls, but Suki Cooper, Global Head of Commodities Research at Standard Chartered Bank, is telling investors not to confuse a liquidity flush with a broken thesis.
Central banks see gold prices trading between $5,000 and $6,000 in 12 months - OMFIF Survey
Despite gold's recent volatility, central banks have little intention of backing away from the precious metal. Instead, the latest research from the Official Monetary and Financial Institutions Forum (OMFIF) suggests official institutions are becoming even more committed to gold as a strategic monetary asset as they navigate an increasingly fragmented global financial system.
Central banks see gold prices trading between $5,00 and $6,000 in 12 months - OMFIF Survey
Despite gold's recent volatility, central banks have little intention of backing away from the precious metal. Instead, the latest research from the Official Monetary and Financial Institutions Forum (OMFIF) suggests official institutions are becoming even more committed to gold as a strategic monetary asset as they navigate an increasingly fragmented global financial system.
‘Gold is not done' and sovereign demand will drive price up to $4,900/oz in 2026 – Goldman Sachs' Dart
Gold's precipitous price decline over the last four months doesn't mean the rally is over for the year, and central bank demand will drive the precious metal all the way back to the edge of $5,000, according to Samantha Dart, co-head of global commodities research at Goldman Sachs."Gold is not done," Dart said in her team's latest research note.
