Precious metals weaken as Hormuz uncertainty keeps oil elevated ahead of Fed decision - Kitco AM Report

Precious metals softened in the latest session while crude oil remained elevated on continued uncertainty over shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, according to Kitco's morning report. The transmission channel runs through inflation expectations and policy repricing: sustained energy costs revive concerns that headline inflation will stay firm, which pushes out expectations for near-term Federal Reserve easing and supports the dollar and real yields, both of which weigh on non-yielding gold and silver. The U.S. dollar is the most directly exposed asset in this setup, as its path depends on whether the Fed signals patience on rate cuts despite the oil-driven price pressure, while gold and silver face headwinds from firmer real yields. Traders should watch the upcoming Federal Open Market Committee decision and the accompanying press conference for guidance on how policymakers weigh energy-driven inflation against growth risks.

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