5 September 2024
Gold is up 1% to near one-week highs on Thursday, driven by a weaker U.S. dollar and lower yields following signs of a cooling labor market. Investors are now anticipating a potentially larger-than-expected interest rate cut from the Federal Reserve this month. Recent data showing a decline in private sector hiring and job openings has increased expectations for a 50 basis point rate cut, with traders now seeing a 45% chance of such a move. The upcoming non-farm payrolls report on Friday is expected to provide further insight into the labor market’s health and influence the Fed’s decision-making.