Gold Slips as US-Iran Talks Stall, Dollar Gains on Fed Rate Bets

Gold weakened as stalled U.S.-Iran nuclear talks reduced safe-haven demand and bolstered the U.S. dollar, which gained on rising market bets for additional Federal Reserve rate hikes. The breakdown in negotiations diminished prospects for increased Iranian oil supply, but the immediate market impact was overshadowed by stronger dollar dynamics driven by hawkish Fed expectations. This combination tightened real yield differentials, pressuring non-yielding assets like gold, while strengthening dollar-denominated instruments. The dollar’s advance also reflected improved risk appetite due to de-escalation fears, further limiting gold’s appeal. Traders will watch the upcoming U.S. CPI print for confirmation on inflation trends, which will influence the Fed’s rate path and subsequent pressure on gold.

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