Chat with us, powered by LiveChat

Choose country & language:

Close Icon

Gold prices edge lower on strong US dollar, yields

Home >  Daily Market Digest >  Gold prices edge lower on strong US dollar, yields

detail_image_market
author_img

Written by:
Myrsini Giannouli

13 July 2022
Share the article

Gold prices edged lower on Tuesday, trading near a nine-month low, falling to the $1,725 per ounce level, as the dollar climbed to a fresh 20-year high. If gold prices decline further, support may be found at $1,675 per ounce, while resistance may be found at around 1,813 per ounce and higher up at $1,870 per ounce.

The dollar climbed to fresh 20-year highs on Tuesday, with the dollar index rising above the 108.5 level early in the day. US Bond yields firmed on Tuesday, with the US 10-year treasury note yielding approximately 3%. Real yields compete directly with gold, which is a non-interest-bearing asset, and their rise puts pressure on the price of gold. 

Rising global recession fears have sparked a risk-aversion sentiment, boosting safe-haven assets. The dollar’s impressive rally, however, is weighing down competing currencies, such as gold. Even though recession fears traditionally provide support for safe-haven assets, the gold price is retreating, as interest rate assets become a comparatively more appealing choice.

Increased rate hike expectations also dampen the appeal of gold. Fed rhetoric is pointing towards a strong rate hike in July. A rate hike of 75 base points is already been priced in by markets, catapulting the dollar to record highs and pushing gold price down.

High inflation rates traditionally support the price of gold, which is often used as an inflation hedge. High inflation, however, increases the chances of Central Banks raising their interest rates, reducing the appeal of gold. 

Important US inflation CPI and PPI indicators, scheduled to be released on Wednesday and Thursday respectively, may affect the gold price. These are key indicators of consumer inflation and may play a decisive role in determining the level of fiscal tightening that the Fed is going to decide on this month.

XAUUSD 1hr chart

TRADE GOLD

The content provided in this material and/or any other material that this content is referred to, whether it comes from a third party or not, is for information purposes only and shall not be considered as a recommendation and/or investment advice and/or investment research and/or suggestions for performing any actions with financial products or instruments, or to participate in any particular trading strategy and cannot guarantee any profits. Past performance does not constitute a reliable indicator of future results. TopFX does not represent that the material provided here is accurate, current, or complete and therefore shouldn't be relied upon as such. This material does not take into account the reader's financial situation or investment objectives. We advise any readers of this content to seek their own advice. Without the approval of TopFX, no reproduction or redistribution of the information provided herein is permitted.

author_img

Written by:
Myrsini Giannouli

Share the article:

Latest news

main_image_market

US economic growth boosts Dollar

Myrsini Giannouli 29 March 2024
main_image_market

Gold prices rise to a fresh all-time high

Myrsini Giannouli 29 March 2024

Oil prices gain strength on supply concerns

Myrsini Giannouli 29 March 2024

Bitcoin breaks through $70,000 barrier

Myrsini Giannouli 29 March 2024
Why TopFX
10-years
13+ years

industry presence
as a Liquidity Provider

Spreads
Spreads
from 0.0 pips

and reliable execution

Segregated
Segregated

client funds

First-class
First-class

customer support

Open your Live Account in 3 Steps
Step 1

Fill in the registration
form and click
"Create account".

Step 2

Once you are in the client secure area, please proceed with uploading your Proof of Identity and Proof of Residence.

Step 3

When your live account is approved, you can deposit funds and start trading on your chosen platform!

IMPORTANT

The website you are now viewing is operated by TopFX Global Ltd, an entity which is regulated by the Financial Services Authority (FSA) of Seychelles with a Securities Dealer License No SD037 that is not established in the European Union or regulated by an EU National Competent Authority.

If you wish to proceed please confirm that you understand and accept the risks associated with trading with a non-EU entity (as these risks are described in the Own Initiative Acknowledgment Form and that your decision will be at your own exclusive initiative and that no solicitation has been made by TopFX Global Ltd or any other entity within the Group.

Don't show this message again

Cookies on TopFX

The TopFX website uses cookies to optimise user experience.

These cookies fall under the following categories: essential, functional and marketing cookies. Marketing cookies may also include third-party cookies.

Manage Preferences

You can customize your selection of which cookies you want to accept.

  • Essential

    These cookies are necessary for the website to function correctly and cannot be switched off.

  • Functional

    Functional cookies allow the website to remember users' preferences and the choices you make on the website such as username, region, and language.

  • Marketing

    These cookies are used to track visitors across our websites and show you more relevant ads. Marketing cookies also include third-party cookies from partners. For more information relating to data protection & collection please view our Privacy Policy and Cookie Disclosure.