China’s central bank continued its gold accumulation for the 13th consecutive month, adding 30,000 troy ounces in November. This sustained buying, which began in November 2024, coincides with gold’s strong performance and expectations of Federal Reserve rate cuts. Global central bank purchases have also surged, driven by a need to hedge against the dollar.
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Wall Street closed mixed as investors awaited tech earnings and feared rate hikes. Oil prices fell after President Trump discussed peace talks with Iran. Major