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Gold extends range play below $4,100 as rebounding USD meets receding Fed hike bets

Gold (XAU/USD) struggles to capitalize on a modest weekly bullish gap opening and remains below the $4,100 mark heading into the European session. The US Dollar (USD) stages a modest recovery from its lowest level since June 17, which, in turn, is seen capping the upside for the commodity.

Gold (XAU/USD) struggles to capitalize on a modest weekly bullish gap opening and remains below the $4,100 mark heading into the European session. The US Dollar (USD) stages a modest recovery from its lowest level since June 17, which, in turn, is seen capping the upside for the commodity.

Gold impact rationale

Rising rate-hike or hawkish expectations increase gold's opportunity cost.

  • Source: FXStreet news
  • 2026-08-03
  • rates
  • gold_price_action

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