Gold prices edged higher on Wednesday, nearing record levels. A potential US government shutdown boosted demand for safe assets. Recent US labor data indicated a softening market. This reinforced expectations for Federal Reserve rate reductions. Traders anticipate rate cuts in October and December. Gold performs well when interest rates are low.
Dalal Street Week Ahead: Nifty seen consolidating further before next directional move
The Nifty experienced a mild corrective movement, trading in a downward-biased consolidation phase and ending the week with a slight loss. Despite a supportive Fed