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Gold Faces Weekly Loss as Dollar Gains and Oil Prices Surge

Gold prices have experienced significant pressure this week, falling to around $5,095.30 per ounce, putting the metal on track for a weekly loss. The primary driver of this decline is the strengthening US dollar, which has risen to 100.06, a 0.3% increase, making dollar-denominated commodities more expensive for international buyers and reducing demand for gold. The dollar’s strength is a result of increased geopolitical uncertainty and inflation concerns, particularly driven by the surge in oil prices. As oil prices climbed above $100 per barrel, inflation fears have resurfaced, further complicating the Federal Reserve's policy outlook. Analysts at ANZ have pointed out that higher energy costs are likely to keep inflation expectations elevated, causing traders to scale back expectations for rate cuts. This has led to increased demand for the US dollar as a safe haven, while putting downward pressure on gold, a non-yielding asset. Higher oil prices also raise the possibility that the Fed will delay interest rate cuts, further limiting gold’s upside potential. Learn how the US dollar’s strength and rising oil prices are driving gold lower, and what traders should watch next for potential shifts in gold prices.

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Publication date:

2026-03-13 09:24:01 (GMT)

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