Gold prices fell on Monday, influenced by a strengthening dollar and uncertainty surrounding U.S. President Trump’s Fed chair pick, Kevin Warsh. Investors are assessing Warsh’s potential approach to interest rate cuts, while silver saw a recovery. U.S. economic data indicated potential inflation pickup, impacting rate cut expectations.
Fed Governor Michael Barr signals more rate hikes needed to tame inflation
Federal Reserve Governor Michael Barr announced that additional rate hikes may be necessary to manage inflation. He indicated that while economic growth is strong, inflation