Gold Prices Retreat as US Data Dampen Rate Cut Expectations

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Gold Prices Retreat as US Data Dampen Rate Cut Expectations
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Gold prices surged to a record high above $2,350 an ounce before retreating, as investors turned their attention to upcoming US inflation data and the potential impact on Federal Reserve interest rate decisions. The Fed is expected to cut rates this year, but is awaiting further evidence of easing inflation before making a move, with higher rates generally being unfavorable for gold due to its lack of interest payments.

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