Gold Edges Higher on Trade Tensions, but Fed's Hawkish Tone Dampens Momentum

Gold Price Dynamics

Gold prices edged higher as trade tensions between major economies provided safe-haven support. However, the Federal Reserve's hawkish tone on monetary policy dampened upward momentum.

Market Drivers

• Trade tensions provide safe-haven bid
• Fed hawkish stance strengthens USD, pressures gold
• Inflation expectations remain elevated
• Central bank gold purchases continue

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