Gold (XAU) Daily Forecast: Middle East Tensions Lift Prices, Testing $2,410

By:

Arslan Ali

Published: Aug 6, 2024, 07:21 GMT+00:00

Key Points:

Gold's downward trend persists due to a strong US dollar and rising Treasury yields.
Geopolitical tensions and expected Fed rate cuts provide limited support for gold prices.
Gold faces immediate resistance at $2,452.40 and support at $2,395.03 amid market pressures.

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Market Overview

Gold prices (XAU/USD) continue their downward trend, trading around the $2,410 level and hitting an intra-day low of $2,404. This decline is driven by the renewed strength of the US dollar, supported by rising US Treasury bond yields.

A shift in global risk sentiment, highlighted by a relief rally in equity markets, has also pressured gold as a safe-haven asset.

However, expectations of a 50-basis-point Federal Reserve rate cut in September and ongoing geopolitical tensions are providing some support to the metal, limiting its losses.

US Economic Data and Fed Rate Cuts: Implications for Gold Prices

Despite expectations for Federal Reserve interest rate cuts, the US dollar gained traction due to rising Treasury yields, limiting gold’s gains. Recent data showing weaker manufacturing and job growth has heightened recession fears, causing Treasury yields to drop to their lowest since mid-2023.

Traders anticipate a 50-basis-point Fed rate cut in September. However, San Francisco Fed President Mary Daly stated that the job market slowdown is not alarming and that interest rates will balance employment and price stability.

These developments have pressured gold prices, as a strong dollar and rising yields limit gains despite expected rate cuts.

Middle East Tensions Bolster Gold Prices

Ongoing Middle East conflicts are likely to support gold prices. Iran, Hamas, and Hezbollah have vowed retaliation against Israel following the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran.

This tension enhances gold’s appeal as a safe-haven asset, offering support despite pressure from a stronger US dollar and rising Treasury yields.

Short-Term Forecast

Gold is expected to remain under pressure due to a strong U.S. dollar and rising Treasury yields. While geopolitical tensions and anticipated Federal Reserve rate cuts offer some support, gold faces immediate resistance at $2452.40 and support at $2395.03.

Gold Prices Forecast: Technical Analysis

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Gold (XAU/USD) is trading at $2410.51, down 0.03%, as bearish sentiment prevails in the market. The 4-hour chart analysis shows a pivot point at $2418.85, indicating the current price is below this critical level, which maintains downward pressure.

Immediate resistance is found at $2452.40, with further resistance at $2479.37 and $2500.02.

On the downside, immediate support lies at $2395.03, followed by $2374.59 and $2353.21. The 50-day EMA at $2422.10 is above the current price, while the 200-day EMA at $2408.38 supports a bearish outlook. A break above $2418.85 could signal a bullish reversal.

About the Author

Arslan Aliauthor

Arslan is a finance MBA and also holds an MPhil degree in behavioral finance. An expert in financial analysis and investor psychology, Arslan uses his academic background to bring valuable insights about market sentiment and whether instruments are likely to be overbought or oversold.

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