Gold prices saw a significant jump of roughly 3% on Wednesday, reaching their highest point in over ten weeks. This rally was largely fueled by a weakening U.S. dollar and a notable decline in bond yields, which made the non-yielding metal more attractive to investors. Market sentiment shifted as traders awaited the release of the Federal Reserve’s July policy meeting minutes, with many betting that the central bank will likely hold interest rates steady during its upcoming September gathering.

The surge pushed spot gold well past its 100-day moving average, signaling strong technical momentum. Analysts attribute this bullish trend to the decreasing probability of imminent rate hikes, which has effectively pressured the dollar and boosted demand for precious metals. Furthermore, comments from TD Securities highlight that recent Treasury liquidity support, paired with persistent concerns over stagflation, could continue to provide a floor for gold prices. Other precious metals followed suit, with silver, platinum, and palladium all posting solid gains as the broader market reacts to these changing economic signals.