Gold Prices Hold Steady as Dollar Weakens and Iran Truce Unfolds

Gold prices are holding steady near recent highs, with XAUUSD trading at $4,798.02 and spot gold close to $4,841.76.

The US dollar remains near its weakest level in over a month, which continues to support bullion. The market is also factoring in a 30% to 33% chance of a 25 basis-point Fed rate cut this year, a significant increase from last week’s 13%.

Despite optimism surrounding the Iran ceasefire and a reduction in oil price volatility, gold has remained resilient, supported primarily by the dollar’s weakness and expectations for a potential shift in US monetary policy. Although risk sentiment has improved, gold's price is still anchored by uncertainty surrounding the conflict and inflationary concerns, with market sentiment cautiously optimistic.

From a technical perspective, gold is consolidating near key resistance levels, with a neutral to slightly bullish short-term outlook. The price is holding above the 5-day and 10-day moving averages, providing immediate support at $4,792 and $4,755. However, momentum has slowed, suggesting a potential consolidation phase before a breakout.

Gold's performance will largely depend on the continuation of a weaker dollar and whether diplomatic talks and rate-cut expectations hold.

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