The gold market experienced a notable surge on Thursday, as prices reached over a one-month high during the Asian trading session. This increase coincided with the US dollar languishing near a one-week low, largely due to rising expectations of additional interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve. Signs of easing inflation in the United States have bolstered predictions that the Fed will reduce interest rates twice this year, further undermining the USD.
The USD/JPY currency pair reflected this trend by hovering near a multi-week low, impacted by the softer dollar. Meanwhile, a risk-on sentiment and reduced concerns about former President Trump's trade tariffs offered support to the Australian dollar. The benign inflation data from the US reinforced traders' confidence in their bets for further rate cuts, contributing to an overnight slump in US bond yields.
As traders anticipate more favorable conditions, gold bulls are closely watching for a breakthrough beyond the $2,700 level before committing to new investments. However, a combination of factors has deterred bears from making aggressive moves in the market. These developments underscore the complex interplay of global economic factors influencing currency and commodity markets.
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