Gold is correcting near $2,650 as of early Monday.
Despite positive Chinese stimulus, traders are cautious.
The US Dollar is recovering, influenced by cooling PCE data, which supports expectations for a significant Fed rate cut in November.
Gold has eased from extreme overbought conditions, which may favor buyers in the near term.
Price Decline: Gold prices fell over $12, trading below $2,650 per ounce on Thursday. The decline coincides with the U.S. dollar index's strength, marking its fourth consecutive day of gains. Gold futures decreased by 0.10%, around $2,667 per ounce. Spot Market: Spot gold contracts
Global chip stocks fell on Wednesday following ASML's disappointing sales forecasts. ASML shares dropped 5% in early European trading, adding to a 16% decline the previous day. ASML lost approximately 49.2 billion euros ($53.6 billion) in market capitalization in just one day.
Gold prices rose sharply for the second consecutive session on Wednesday. Escalating tensions in regions like Korea and the Middle East have increased gold's appeal as a safe haven. South Korea and the U.S. are monitoring North Korea's violations of UN sanctions, with recent border
XAU/USD is trading at $2,659.07. Weak performance in global stocks is boosting demand for gold. Federal Reserve officials are maintaining a neutral tone ahead of the November meeting. There is potential for XAU/USD to extend gains, with bulls targeting new record highs.