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US President Trump: Iran has not paid salaries to a large number of its military personnel.US President Trump: The humanitarian crisis in Iran must stop immediately.On August 25th, Anwar Gargash, advisor to the UAE president, stated that Irans attacks on Gulf states have weakened its own position and suggested that Tehran should cooperate with its neighbors to end the conflict. Gargash stated, "As the US-Iran confrontation enters a new phase characterized by escalating economic pressure, the end of attempts to control the Strait of Hormuz, and the conclusion of the memorandum of understanding phase, we reiterate that Irans aggression against the Arab Gulf states has not achieved its intended objectives; it has only deepened Tehrans predicament and proven to be a seriously misguided strategic choice, exacerbating Irans isolation and weakening its own position." "The way to end this war is not through attacking the Arab Gulf states, but through cooperation with them to pave the way for de-escalation and a political solution to the conflict."On August 25, a spokesperson for the Qatari Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that Qatar opposes Irans attempts to drag regional countries into war should a third party attack it. He also indicated that Gulf states have fully coordinated on the possibility of escalation. The Qatari Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that the situation in the Strait of Hormuz should return to its pre-crisis state and emphasized the necessity of freedom of navigation.On August 25, a spokesperson for the Qatari Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that the US sanctions against Iran are unilateral, and Qatar supports mediation efforts to resolve the dispute between the two countries.

Gold Price Prediction: XAU/USD nears $1,980 as USD Index extends losses in response to the Fed's dovish guidance

Daniel Rogers

Mar 23, 2023 14:48

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In the Asian session, the gold price (XAU / USD) is gaining strength to surpass the immediate resistance of $1,980.00. As the US Dollar Index (DXY) resumed its decline and fears of a US banking crisis revived, demand for the precious metal increased.

 

As the Federal Reserve (Fed) has come extremely close to the terminal rate, which would be restrictive enough to bring down U.S. inflation to 2%, the USD Index is seeking to retest its six-month low below 102.000. Fed Chair Jerome Powell stated in his commentary that "additional policy tightening may be necessary."

 

Investors should be aware of the fact that the US banking crisis has bolstered the status of gold as a safe-haven asset. However, US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen's reassurance of the safety of all bank deposits quelled concerns of a banking crisis.

 

As of Wednesday, when US Yellen stated that the government "is not considering insuring all uninsured bank deposits," the situation appears to have changed. This has also increased demand for United States government bonds. Yields on 10-year U.S. Treasuries have decreased to near 3.45%.

 

In the meantime, S&P500 futures have rebounded strongly after a steep decline on Wednesday, indicating an improvement in risk appetite. Nonetheless, caution still prevails as US banks' strict credit conditions will have a long-term impact. According to the Fed's commentary, the US banking system is solid and resilient, but US banks will be more cautious in their lending to households and businesses.


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