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Gold (XAU/USD) prices continue to show volatility as traders weigh geopolitical uncertainty and mixed economic signals. After an early dip, gold rebounded later in the day. At the time of writing, the yellow metal is trading at a renewed level. The rebound follows comments from Federal Reserve officials and geopolitical developments involving the United States and Russia. Despite the uncertainty, investors are showing renewed interest in gold, driven by risk sentiment and ongoing market catalysts.
 

Gold Market Faces Crosswinds from US Credit Downgrade and Political Uncertainty

The recent downgrade of the US credit rating by Moody’s has shaken investor confidence. While the initial impact drove haven flows into gold, the effect quickly faded. Federal Reserve officials have warned that the downgrade may ripple through the economy. Raphael Bostic of the Atlanta Fed noted that it could take three to six months to assess how the situation unfolds.

Political uncertainty is also weighing on markets. US President Donald Trump’s remarks about backing away from Ukraine peace talks have intensified geopolitical concerns. His statement, “This is not my war,” marks a stark reversal of his campaign promise to end the war within his first 100 days in office. These mixed signals cast doubt on the US foreign policy direction.

The US economy is also in a delicate position. Treasuries are holding steady after Monday's volatility, while equity-index futures are slightly down. Demand for traditional safe-haven assets like gold remains cautious. At the same time, the Trump administration's support for the Stibnite gold and antimony mine in Idaho signals a strategic push for critical minerals. The issuance of the Clean Water Act permit adds long-term supply potential but has limited immediate market impact.

Traders are caught between the fading of haven demand and optimism over easing US-China trade tensions. As a result, gold’s direction in the short term depends heavily on upcoming economic data and geopolitical developments.
 

Technical Analysis: Gold Maintains Momentum above Rising Trend Line

The gold chart below shows a clear long-term uptrend supported by an ascending trend line dating back to late 2023. Price has consistently respected this trend line, bouncing higher after testing support zones. Currently, gold is trading near its recent levels, showing resilience above a key pivot level. The chart reveals two major support areas, with one near $3,000 and another between $2,750 and $2,850. These zones coincide with previous consolidation areas and align with the rising trend line.

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The recent pullback from highs above $3,400 found temporary footing near the $3,200 level. The chart suggests that as long as gold holds above the $3,000 support, the broader bullish trend remains intact. A break below this level could expose gold to further downside toward the major support zone, possibly triggering deeper corrections.

On the upside, a move above $3,250 could reignite bullish momentum. However, with market sentiment currently driven by external factors, technical levels may be tested frequently. Momentum indicators suggest a cooling phase, but no sharp reversal has yet formed. Price action remains bullish as long as higher lows continue to form above the trend line.
 

Conclusion

Gold remains at the center of a tug-of-war between geopolitical tension, economic uncertainty, and shifting market sentiment. Despite recent volatility, the metal has held firm above key technical levels, showing strength in the face of external pressures. Investors continue to weigh political developments and central bank commentary, while technical indicators still support a broader bullish trend. With crucial support intact and renewed interest from market participants, gold’s outlook remains cautiously optimistic. Traders will watch closely for upcoming economic data and geopolitical shifts to determine the next move. To receive gold and silver trading signals and premium updates, please subscribe here.

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