Gold Price Forecast: Rising XAU/USD suggests market expects further inflation falls to support rate cuts – ANZ

Gold extended recent gains amid expectations of lower inflation. Economists at ANZ Bank analyze the yellow metal’s outlook.

Safe haven demand remains strong

The US Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) Price Index – the Fed’s preferred inflation gauge – will be released on Friday when markets are closed. 

A rising Gold price suggests the market expects further falls in inflation should support the central banks move to cut rates later this year.

Safe haven demand also remains strong.

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