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08 Jun 2026, 15:46 UTC · 2h ago
Rising inflation may push real rates lower, setting the stage for gold's next rally - WisdomTree's Shah
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08 Jun 2026, 15:46 UTC · 2h ago
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Strong May jobs data (172,000 created) has shifted market expectations toward a potential Federal Reserve rate hike by October. — Higher interest rate expectations increase the opportunity cost of holding non-yielding assets like gold, driving immediate selling pressure.
-0.80Declining global oil inventories create the risk of a nonlinear surge in energy prices, potentially fueling broader inflation. — Energy-driven inflation can push real interest rates lower if the Fed lags behind, which historically supports gold prices.
+0.60U.S. government debt interest payments are approaching levels comparable to military spending, raising sustainability concerns. — Fiscal instability and debt sustainability fears increase the structural demand for gold as a safe-haven asset.
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Rising inflation may outpace the Fed's ability to respond, potentially pushing real interest rates deeper into negative territory. — Negative real yields reduce the cost of holding gold and increase its appeal as a hedge against currency devaluation.
+0.40Potential economic deceleration would reinforce gold's role as a defensive asset in recessionary scenarios. — Economic slowdowns typically trigger a flight to safety, benefiting precious metals.
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