Geopolitical tensions propel gold prices skyward amid anticipated Fed rate cuts
Silver opened at Rs 74,487 per kg and hit an intraday low of Rs 74,359 on the MCX. In the international market, the price hovered around $24.45 per ounce.
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Silver opened at Rs 74,487 per kg and hit an intraday low of Rs 74,359 on the MCX. In the international market, the price hovered around $24.45 per ounce.
Gold prices were affected chiefly by fears of higher-for-longer US interest rates after inflation was higher than expected in February
Analysts say apart from the dilemma over interest rates, geopolitical tensions in the Middle East are providing a strong floor for bullion
The CME Fedwatch tool shows traders are pricing in an 83% chance of the Fed keeping rates steady in March
Analysts say bullion is trading near an important support zone, according to the daily chart