- As the trade war heats up, the dollar trades at a two-week high against the yen, while gold drops below $3300. A 50% tariff on copper imports, possible 200% duties on pharmaceuticals, and a 10% levy on goods from BRICS nations are just a few of the extensive new measures that President Donald Trump announced, ruling out future extensions to the August 1 tariffs.
- Meanwhile, following a strong US jobs report last week, which allayed concerns about a slowing economy, the Fed lowered its July rate drop predictions.
- The expectation for more rate cuts has also decreased because the tariffs are anticipated to increase US inflation in the upcoming months.
- Investors are now waiting for the minutes of the June FOMC meeting to be released in order to gain further understanding of the Fed’s policy position.
Technical Triggers
- Gold continues to trade near the lower side of the range of $3300 (~Rs 96250) and $3400 (~Rs 98500). If prices sustain below $3280 (~Rs 96000), weakness could further extend to $3200 (~Rs 94000).
- Silver is not able to sustain above its range of $37.5 (~ Rs 108,500) and $35.5 (~ Rs 105,000). Consolidation continues before heading higher towards the next target is $38 (~Rs 110,000)
Dr. Renisha Chainani, Head- Research, Augmont – Gold for all
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