The Gold price has lost momentum below the $2,400 barrier on Monday due to the Chinese central bank halting its gold buying for the second month in June. China, being the world’s biggest bullion consumer, plays a significant role in influencing the price of gold. This pause in gold buying could weigh on the price of gold in the global market.
Speculation that the US Federal Reserve would cut interest rates in the third quarter could potentially cap the downside of the XAU/USD. The expectation of a rate cut might attract investors towards the non-yielding gold as a safe-haven asset, particularly in times of economic uncertainty.
The political uncertainty in France, following the recent parliamentary elections, could be another factor influencing the price of gold. The indication of a hung parliament could lead to increased demand for safe-haven assets like gold, as investors seek stability amidst geopolitical turbulence.
The US Nonfarm Payrolls (NFP) data for June showed an increase of 206K jobs, exceeding market expectations. Despite the positive job growth, the unemployment rate ticked higher, and the wage inflation dropped. These mixed signals have raised market expectations of a rate cut by the Fed in September, with odds currently at 77%.
Technically, the gold price maintains a bullish trend on the daily chart, holding above the key 100-day Exponential Moving Average (EMA). The breakout above a descending trend channel further supports the upside potential of gold. The 14-day Relative Strength Index (RSI) indicates a bullish sentiment, suggesting a path of least resistance to the upside.
The first upside barrier for XAU/USD is at the $2,400 psychological level, followed by $2,432 and an all-time high of $2,450. On the downside, the initial support level is at the $2,330-$2,340 zone, with further support at the 100-day EMA at $2,273. These price levels provide crucial points for traders to monitor for potential market movements.
The table displaying the percentage change of the US Dollar (USD) against major currencies highlights the strength of the USD against the Swiss Franc. The heat map illustrates the percentage changes of major currencies relative to each other, providing valuable insights for traders and investors in the currency market.
The gold price movement is influenced by a combination of factors including China’s gold buying pause, Fed interest rate cut speculation, political uncertainty, and technical indicators. Traders and investors need to carefully analyze these market dynamics to make informed decisions and navigate the volatility in the gold market.
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