Gold Prices Rise Amid Selling Pressure and US Retail Sales Data

Sep 18

The current gold price chart shows strong support at the 34 EMA and 89 EMA, both of which are converging to form a key support area. This, combined with better-than-expected US retail sales data, suggests that the US economy is gaining some strength, which could support the dollar. However, weaker-than-expected retail sales could prompt the Fed to cut rates more aggressively later in the year. This creates a favorable environment for gold, as investment in gold tends to increase in low-interest rates. The gold market could react positively if the Fed cuts rates next week, easing selling pressure and potentially supporting gold prices to rise again.