Gold Holds Steady as Markets Anticipate Critical U.S. Jobs Data

Gold prices remain stable as investors await U.S. employment data, which could influence the Federal Reserve’s decision on interest rate cuts. The market is split between expectations of a 25 or 50 basis point reduction in September. Upcoming economic indicators, particularly Friday’s payrolls report, will be crucial in determining gold’s trajectory. A weaker jobs report could fuel recession fears and support gold prices, while stronger data might lead to a decline. Gold typically performs well in low-interest-rate environments and is seen as a hedge against economic uncertainty.