US Dollar Weakness Spurs Precious Metals Rally
Precious metals are in high demand due to renewed US Dollar weakness and growing concerns over the US fiscal outlook. Gold has reached its highest level since early June, trading at around $4,544, while Silver surged toward $69.00 amid heightened volatility in currency and bond markets.
The US Dollar remained near a three-month low as traders scaled back immediate Fed hike expectations, helping the Swiss Franc and Australian Dollar strengthen. However, elevated oil prices and persistent US-Iran tensions continue to pose inflation risks, potentially limiting how far the precious metals rally can go.