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Gold prices edged higher on Tuesday, remaining below last week’s record highs as market fears over U.S. President Donald Trump’s planned trade tariffs eased. However, haven demand remained resilient amid lingering uncertainty over the exact scope of the tariffs, keeping gold near key psychological levels.
Gold Market Overview:
- Spot gold rose 0.1% to $3,015.51/oz.
- Gold futures (May) increased 0.1% to $3,048.05/oz.
- Prices retreated from the record high of $3,057.51/oz hit last week.
Key Factors Driving Gold Prices:
1. Easing Fears Over Trump’s Trade Tariffs
- Markets initially feared broad-based U.S. tariffs, but reports indicate key sectors like semiconductors, automobiles, and pharmaceuticals may be excluded.
- Tariffs are expected to target only about 15 countries, reducing their broader economic impact.
- This boosted risk appetite, leading to profit-taking in gold after its recent rally.
2. Safe-Haven Demand Remains Strong
- While risk appetite improved, uncertainty over Trump’s policies kept investors cautious, supporting gold above $3,000/oz.
- Traders are awaiting key economic data this week, which could influence U.S. monetary policy and gold demand.
3. Dollar Weakness Limits Gold’s Decline
- A weaker U.S. dollar helped cushion losses in gold, making it more attractive to international buyers.
Other Precious & Industrial Metals:
- Silver futures rose 0.7% to $33.673/oz.
- Platinum steadied at $967.10/oz.
- Copper prices gained on supply concerns:
- LME benchmark copper futures rose 0.4% to $9,989.60/oz.
- May copper futures climbed 0.9% to $5.1280/lb, driven by fears of U.S. import tariffs and Chinese refinery closures.
Market Outlook:
- Gold remains supported above $3,000 as investors monitor Trump’s trade policies and economic indicators.
- Risk sentiment is improving, but safe-haven demand persists due to policy uncertainty and a weaker dollar.
- Copper and industrial metals may face volatility as trade tensions unfold.
Traders will closely watch economic data releases and U.S. tariff developments for further direction in gold and metal markets.
