The Currency analytics
By Julie Binoche
Gold prices climbed Wednesday morning. The precious metal recovered from a nasty 2% drop that hammered traders on Tuesday, with XAU/USD settling back around $1,843-$1,842 after…
Traders can't stop talking about today's FOMC minutes release. The Federal Reserve's latest meeting notes drop later today, and everyone wants to know what Powell and company…
Recent U.S. economic data looked solid, which basically gives the Fed more reason to keep tightening. If those FOMC minutes show any hawkish talk, gold could take another hit.
Gold's had a rough few months with inflation worries and the Fed going aggressive. The metal that's supposed to protect against inflation can't seem to catch a break when real…
Resistance levels are getting tested hard right now.
A break above current ranges could open things up for more gains, but downside risks are real if the FOMC minutes sound hawkish.
The latest Labor Department data from February 15 showed consumer prices ticked up in January.
Gold's holding steady today even though broader markets are sending mixed signals.
The S&P 500 gained a bit on February 18, but bond yields on 10-year Treasuries are stuck near recent highs.
The World Gold Council dropped a report February 15 showing gold demand jumped in Q4 2025, with central banks doing most of the buying.
Everyone's waiting for those FOMC minutes to drop. If the Fed doesn't give clear guidance, gold's probably going to swing wild.
Things could get messy fast. Gold's been stuck in this tough spot where it can't decide if it's an inflation hedge or just another asset that gets hurt by higher rates.
Traders are basically holding their breath until those minutes come out. Any hint of dovishness could send gold higher, but hawkish talk will probably crush it again.
The FOMC minutes release later today is make-or-break time for gold. Traders will tear apart every word looking for clues about the Fed's next moves.
COMEX trading volumes hit elevated levels again today as the countdown to the Fed release continues.