Gold Market Holds Breath: Powell Speech and Payrolls Report in Focus

Gold prices experienced a slight decline in Asian trading on Tuesday, remaining within a narrow range as investors await key economic indicators and statements from Federal Reserve officials. The precious metal has been under pressure due to concerns about high U.S. interest rates, which have strengthened the dollar and Treasury yields. Traders are particularly focused on Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s upcoming speech, the release of June’s Fed meeting minutes, and Friday’s nonfarm payrolls data. Despite increased expectations for a September rate cut, gold has shown limited response, highlighting the market’s cautious approach amid economic uncertainty.