Gold Down, Investors Await U.S. Economic Data to Get Better Inflation Picture
Gold was down on Thursday morning in Asia as investors await U.S. economic data to gauge inflationary pressures further. A strengthening dollar also put a dent in the yellow metal’s appeal.
Oil Up Boosted by Key Markets, Ahead of OPEC+ Meeting
Oil was up Wednesday morning in Asia as a strong economic rebound of key consumers boosted fuel demand and drained bloated inventories. Investors now await the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries and allies (OPEC+) meeting for clues on production policy.
Gold Holds Gain as Powell Reiterates Rising Inflation Won’t Last
Gold held an advance as investors weighed comments by Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, who reiterated that higher inflation will likely be transitory.