Gold contracts witnessed a decline in value on Friday, September 29th, as investors chose to divest themselves of this safe-haven asset. This decision was prompted by the release of data indicating that concerns about inflation were beginning to abate, particularly following the U.S. revelation of the Price Index for Core Personal Consumption Expenditure (Core PCE), which marked its lowest point in two years.
Gold futures exhibited a decrease of $12.50, equivalent to a 0.67% decline, ultimately closing at $1,866.10 per ounce. Silver futures followed suit, experiencing a decrease of 29.10 cents or 1.28%, concluding the session at $22.45 per ounce. In contrast, platinum futures recorded a modest gain of 80 cents or 0.09%, settling at $915.90 per ounce. Palladium, however, faced a more substantial decline of $22.50 or 1.76%, ending the day at $1,256.00 per ounce.
Investors, often drawn to gold as a hedge against inflation, have begun to reevaluate their holdings in light of recent developments. The U.S. Department of Commerce reported that the Basic Personal Consumption Expenditure Price Index (Core PCE), a key inflation gauge that excludes food and energy categories, grew by 3.9% year-on-year in August. Although this figure aligns with analysts’ expectations and represents the lowest level in two years, it does signify a decline from the 4.3% reported in July.
Looking at the month-over-month comparison, the Core PCE Index rose by a modest 0.1% in August. This figure fell short of the 0.2% increase anticipated by analysts and mirrored the 0.2% growth observed in July.
In contrast, the Headline PCE Price Index, which incorporates food and energy categories, exhibited a 3.5% year-on-year increase in August. This figure met analysts’ projections and remained consistent with the 3.4% reported in July. On a monthly basis, the General PCE Index grew by 0.4% in August, slightly lower than the 0.5% increase anticipated by analysts and comparable to the 0.2% level observed in July.
As inflation concerns seem to be tapering off, investors are adjusting their positions, and the precious metals market is experiencing shifts in response. The intricate interplay between economic data and market dynamics underscores the need for investors to stay vigilant and adapt to changing conditions.
The Spot Market is Closed
Saturday, September 30, 2023
| Metals Updated at | USD Bid/Ask | Ounce Change | Low/High |
| Gold 04.00 | 1,848.40 1,849.40 | -15.90 -0.85% | 1,844.50 1,880.50 |
| Silver 04.00 | 22.18 22.28 | -0.43 -1.88% | 22.07 23.64 |
| Platinum 04.00 | 905.00 915.00 | -1.00 -0.11% | 902.00 935.00 |
| Palladium 04.00 | 1,222.00 1,282.00 | -22.00 -1.77% | 1,218.00 1,329.00 |
| Rhodium 04.00 | 3,450.00 4,450.00 | 0.00 0.00% | 3,450.00 4,450.00 |