Gold (XAUUSD) price outlook: Gold prices are moving cautiously around the important $4,000 level as investors wait for the US Federal Reserve’s upcoming interest-rate decision. The precious metal has managed to stabilise for the third consecutive session after suffering a sharp decline last week. Gold fell more than 4% during the week, marking its biggest weekly loss in around four months and touching its lowest level since mid-July.
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Fed Rate Decision October 2026: Hike or Hold?
Fed Rate Decision October 2026: The US Federal Reserve is widely expected to keep interest rates unchanged at its October 2026 policy meeting, according to Bloomberg and other market reports. However, persistent inflation has kept the possibility of another rate hike alive, particularly in December.
Fed Cuts Interest Rates by 25 Basis Points — Powell Signals More Moves Ahead
The Federal Reserve has reduced its key interest rate by 25 basis points, marking the first rate cut of 2025. Markets react as Chair Jerome Powell hints at future policy adjustments to support economic growth.
All Eyes on Powell: Fed Rate Cut Drama Unfolds This Week
Fed Rate Cut Drama: The US Dollar (USD) ended another week with small declines. The Greenback has been caught in a mild consolidation phase for the better part of five weeks, stuck in a volatile rut near 98.00.