Gold: Fed repricing and Iran peace deal – UOB

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UOB Global Economics & Markets Research highlights that Gold advanced as expectations for another Fed hike this year eased following an interim US-Iran peace deal that pushed Oil and inflation expectations lower. Spot Gold hit its highest level since early June, while US Gold futures also edged higher, reflecting demand for the metal as yields and inflation fears moderated.

Safe haven benefits from softer Fed bets

"Gold prices rose on Tue as expectations of an interest rate hike from the Fed this year eased, following an interim US-Iran peace deal that sent oil prices and inflation fears lower. Spot gold was up 0.8% at $4,338.97/oz after touching its highest level since 5 Jun on Mon."

"US gold futures added 0.1% to settle at $4,354.40/oz."

"The early rally was fueled by a continued slide in oil prices spurred by the prospect of a US-Iran agreement that re-starts Middle East exports via the Strait of Hormuz. The yield on the 10-year US Treasury note declined more than 3 bps to 4.43%."

"US Treasuries held onto early gains on Tue, following a strong 20-year bond auction. The $13bn sale in 20-year bonds was strong, at a high yield of 4.927%."

"Indirect bidders took down 73.2% of the auction, up from the recent average of 64.9%."

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