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On Friday, the gold markets found it challenging to gain significant momentum, largely due to subdued trading activities. This quiet trading atmosphere was notably influenced by the closure of Chinese markets, which were on a break for the Lunar New Year celebrations. Typically, the Chinese market plays a crucial role in the global gold trade, given China’s substantial demand for the precious metal. Consequently, its temporary closure often leads to a noticeable drop in trading volume, affecting the metal’s liquidity and price movements.
Moreover, the struggle in gold prices was compounded by a stronger U.S. dollar and elevated Treasury yields, factors that typically weigh on the precious metal’s appeal. The U.S. dollar’s strength makes gold more expensive for holders of other currencies, thus dampening demand. At the same time, higher Treasury yields offer investors an interest-bearing alternative to gold, which bears no interest. On the flip side, ongoing worries regarding the Middle East contributed to the safe-haven demand for gold. Investors often flock to gold during times of geopolitical uncertainty or financial market volatility as a means of safeguarding their investment portfolios. However, on this occasion, the combined impact of a robust dollar and significant Treasury yields largely negated the boost from safe-haven buying, leaving gold prices in a state of limbo.
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