Global gold prices hit highest in more than a week on Wednesday as the dollar softened and demand for the safe-haven metal got a boost on concerns surrounding Italy’s plans to tackle budgetary deficit. Risk appetite was hit after European Union (EU) officials expressed concerns about Italy’s budget plan, which would widen the deficit significantly.
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Gold Prices Slip Today on Weak Demand, Silver Follows – GSR
Gold Silver Reports (GSR) — Gold prices declined by Rs 100 to Rs 31,550 per 10 gram following slowing demand from local jewellers amid a weak global trend, reported PTI. Global gold prices rose marginally as investors largely discounted a US interest rate hike, but gains were limited as the dollar gained following reports of a row in Italy’s new government.
Gold Prices Surge Today, Silver Rates Also Rise: FOMC In Focus
The two-day FOMC meeting begins Tuesday morning and ends Wednesday afternoon with a statement. The FOMC is expected to slightly raise U.S. interest rates at this meeting. Fed Chairman Jerome Powell will also hold a press conference after the meeting. As usual, the marketplace will parse the Fed’s wording for clues on the pace of future Fed rate hikes and the Fed’s inflation expectations.