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Gold Eases from Seven-Week Peak as Markets Await Key US Inflation Metrics

By Chee Liang CFA3 min read

Bengaluru, 10 August 2026 – Spot gold prices drifted slightly lower on Monday morning, retreating from a seven-week peak touched in the previous session as market participants locked in short-term profits and exercised caution ahead of critical United States inflation disclosures due mid-week. The modest pullback in precious metals reflects a tactical consolidation phase following strong gains triggered by softer US employment metrics, which recalibrated global interest rate expectations.

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  • Chee Liang CFA specializes in financial advice and global economic trends, delivering clear insights to help readers navigate markets, investments, and the shifting dynamics of the world economy.