Dollar softness and steadier real yields are keeping dip buyers active. Gold remains expensive, but not euphoric.
Chart range4522 - 4727
Apr 26
4710
Apr 27
4693
Apr 28
4627
Apr 29
4603
Apr 30
4562
Apr 30
4621
Supporting drivers
EUR / USD
1.1702
FX translation changes what non-USD investors actually pay for gold, even when XAU/USD is steady.
U.S. 10Y
4.40%
Nominal Treasury yields frame the opportunity cost of holding non-yielding bullion.
10Y real yield
1.94%
Inflation-adjusted rates are one of the clearest macro pressure points for gold demand.