Gold prices are facing a significant downturn, nearing a fourth consecutive weekly loss, as a robust US dollar and anticipated aggressive interest rate hikes by the Federal Reserve to combat inflation exert pressure. The precious metal has dipped below the $4,000 per ounce mark for the first time in years. Analysts predict this downward trend could persist for months, with potential long-term price targets around $3,400.

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Gold prices tumbled to a seven-month low on Thursday, nearing $3,985 per ounce, as a robust dollar and anticipation of Federal Reserve interest rate hikes weighed heavily. Traders…

Gold hits a seven-month low, trading below $4,000 as dollar strength and Fed tightening expectations weigh on prices.

Gold is poised for its fourth consecutive weekly decline, weighed down by a strengthening dollar amid expectations of U.S. interest rate hikes. Investors are also closely watching…

Gold faces a fourth weekly loss as a strong dollar and hawkish Fed expectations pressure prices below $4,000 per ounce.