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Gold firms below 10-week high as markets brace for US CPI data
Economic Times 3 hrs ago·12 Aug 2026, 2:06 am
Gold prices climbed on Wednesday, edging closer to a 10-week high as investors awaited key US inflation data. The rally was supported by concerns over rising oil prices due to geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and a more cautious outlook on US interest rates following recent employment reports.
For investors, this move highlights gold's role as a hedge against inflation and geopolitical uncertainty. The yellow metal often gains when traders expect central banks to keep borrowing costs low, making it a safer asset during volatile periods.
Traders should watch the upcoming US Consumer Price Index (CPI) release closely. A higher-than-expected reading could spark renewed inflation fears and impact gold's trajectory, while a softer figure might strengthen the US dollar and pressure the metal.
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