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Gold and silver fall as traders reprice rates amid dollar strength and fresh inflation signals
Economy
Published on 12 May 2026
Rate-cut bets shifted again, pushing metals lower fast
Gold and silver are slipping as markets recalibrate interest-rate expectations after U.S. inflation data and shifting views on rate cuts. Analysts cite a firmer dollar and higher oil prices as additional headwinds, while Middle East tensions keep sentiment volatile. Traders are now watching central bank signals for the next move, with some forecasting deeper drops.
- Gold and silver declined on changing rate-cut expectations
- A stronger dollar and rising oil prices weighed on prices
- Investors are turning to U.S. inflation and central bank signals
- Market chatter includes possible steep downside targets
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