⛏ Metals Jump on Fed Signal

Metals Jump on Fed Signal
Following Powell’s surprisingly dovish Jackson Hole remarks, gold and silver prices jumped, technical breakout patterns were confirmed, and a broader rally in mining stocks gained traction. The dollar weakened significantly, adding momentum. Analysts now expect a powerful surge in precious metals markets heading into the fall. Read on »

Tax Refund Surge Could Delay Fed Rate Cuts
As the IRS holds back on 2025 withholding changes, an unexpected $107 billion tax refund boost is poised to hit consumers next year. This influx could trigger a temporary economic sugar rush, complicating the Fed’s plans to cut interest rates and increasing the likelihood of further fiscal stimulus heading into the midterms. Read on »

Dollar Weakness Supports Gold Strength
Gold remains buoyed by a weakening U.S. dollar, growing safe-haven demand, and central bank interference risks. Heraeus analysts note political pressure on the Fed and high Indian gold imports as key bullish factors. Silver, however, faces selling in futures markets and a solar sector slowdown in China, threatening its rally sustainability. Read on »

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