Gold prices are stabilising after recent declines, supported by escalating Middle East tensions, robust central bank buying and resilient Asian demand. While a strong dollar and high interest rates remain headwinds, analysts expect consolidation with potential upside if geopolitical and monetary conditions improve.
Dollar advances vs yen as BOJ dissent clouds rate-hike outlook
Following the Bank of Japan’s decision to increase interest rates, the dollar saw a rise against the yen. Some policymakers expressed skepticism regarding further hikes,