Gold retreats as U.S. dollar tests yearly highs. Rising Treasury yields put additional pressure on precious metals markets in today’s trading session.
If gold settles below the 50 MA at $2646, it will move towards the nearest support, which is located in the $2580 – $2590 range.
Silver
Silver 130125 Daily Chart
Silver is under strong pressure as gold/silver ratio climbed above the 89.50 level. If gold/silver ratio settles above 90, silver will gain additional downside momentum.
A move below the $29.50 level will push silver towards the support, which is located in the $28.75 – $29.00 range.
Platinum
Platinum 130125 Daily Chart
Platinum is losing ground amid broad pullback in precious metals markets. Palladium is down by amost 3%, which is bearish for platinum.
If platinum settles below the $960 level, it will head towards the support level at $935 – $945.
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