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The numbered Market Analysis series: one read of the gold market for each trading day, with the levels and the news I am watching.

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My gold market visual showing XAU/USD near $4,121 alongside 10Y yields, DXY and payrolls data

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Market Analysis #43: Gold Steadies Near $4,120 | 8 Oct 2026

Gold rebounds from a nine-week low near $4,066 as the dollar eases off its 18-month high, with US jobless claims and Fed speakers due later on 8 October.

8 October 2026
My XAU/USD dashboard with dollar, 10Y yield and oil data, 7 October 2026

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Market Analysis #42: Gold Tests $4,130 | 7 Oct 2026

Gold slips toward $4,130 as the dollar firms and yields hold near five-year highs ahead of today's FOMC minutes. I break down the key levels and scenarios for…

7 October 2026
My XAU/USD chart showing gold pulling back from Friday's $4,227 spike to test $4,100 support

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Market Analysis #41: Gold Tests $4,100 Support | 6 Oct 2026

Gold is hovering near $4,130 after tagging a two-month low at $4,103. I break down yields, the dollar, today's Fed speakers and the key levels for 6 October.

6 October 2026
Gold bar beside a falling chart, with US yields, dollar index, Brent and jobs data behind my 5 October gold analysis

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Market Analysis #40: Gold Holds $4,100 Ahead of ISM | 5 Oct 2026

Gold holds above $4,100 as yields and the dollar cap the rally. My 5 October read on key levels, the ISM Services PMI and the scenarios I am watching today.

5 October 2026
My illustration of gold bars beside an XAU/USD chart marked 4,197, 4,186 and 4,134, with a jobs report forecast sheet.

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Market Analysis #39: Gold Holds $4,180 Ahead of NFP | 2 Oct 2026

Gold sits near $4,180 as the dollar and 10-year yield stay firm. My key levels, scenarios and what to watch before today's US jobs data on Friday 2 October.

2 October 2026
My XAU/USD chart at $4,180.29 with key levels, DXY, yields and today's Fed events

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Gold Analysis #38: Rebound Holds Above $4,180 | 1 Oct

Gold claws back above $4,180 on 1 October as the dollar stays firm and Treasury yields near multi-year highs cap the bounce. Levels, Fed outlook and today's…

1 October 2026
Three 200g fine gold bars resting on a pile of gold coins

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Market Analysis #37: Gold Rejected Below $4,200 | 30 Sep 2026

Gold stalls under $4,200 resistance this morning as I weigh today's Core PCE, ADP and GDP data against a stretched risk-reward into London's open.

30 September 2026
My illustration of gold bars beside a falling XAU/USD chart, with Fed rate, DXY and Brent oil labels

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Market Analysis #36: Gold Steadies Near $4,140 After 4% Plunge | 29 Sep 2026

Gold steadies near $4,140 after Monday's 4% plunge. My 29 September read on yields, the dollar, Fed hike bets, JOLTS and the key XAU/USD levels to watch today.

29 September 2026
My illustration of gold bars, an oil barrel and the Fed building beside a falling XAU/USD chart at 4,180

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Market Analysis #35: Gold Breaks Below $4,200 | 28 Sep 2026

Gold breaks below $4,200 on 28 September as yields, the dollar and Fed hike bets bite. My key levels, session outlook and what I'm watching before the US open.

28 September 2026
My gold briefing infographic for 25 September: bearish Fed, yields and dollar pressures against bullish ETF and PBOC support

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Market Analysis #34: Gold Steadies Near $4,280 | 25 Sep 2026

Gold steadies near $4,280 after a weekly loss above 2%, as Fed hike bets and 5% yields keep the dollar firm. My key levels and outlook for 25 September.

25 September 2026
My gold market summary graphic showing XAU/USD at 4,284 with resistance at 4,303 and support at 4,275

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Market Analysis #33: Gold Tests $4280 | 24 Sep 2026

Gold is testing $4,280 on 24 September as Treasury yields hit 5.1% and the dollar firms. Here are my key levels, Fed speakers and what I'm watching today.

24 September 2026
Featured graphic for XAU/USD analysis showing $4,320 price, EMA resistance and key support levels

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Market Analysis #32: Gold Slips to $4,320 | 23 Sep 2026

Gold eases toward $4,320 as a firm dollar and hawkish Fed rhetoric cap gains, with traders parked ahead of US PMIs and Thursday's Trump-Xi summit.

23 September 2026
Gold outlook graphic showing the Fed, a firm dollar, oil and a falling XAU/USD chart

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Market Analysis #31: Gold Slips to $4,318 | 22 Sep 2026

Gold slips toward $4,315 as a firm dollar and hawkish Fed pricing weigh on XAU/USD ahead of today's Williams, Jefferson and Barkin speeches. Full levels inside.

22 September 2026
Illustration for my gold analysis: gold bars and coins on a scale outside a Fed-style building, with a key and a clock

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Market Analysis #30: Gold Pulls Back To $4350 | 21 Sep 2026

Gold slips to $4,350 after Friday's rejection near $4,400. My Monday 21 September levels, Fed and yield read, and key scenarios for London and New York.

21 September 2026
My graphic showing gold testing $4,373 resistance beside the Fed's policy review

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Market Analysis #29: Gold Tests $4373 | 18 Sep 2026

I break down XAU/USD's push into the $4,373 resistance zone after the Fed hike, with easing yields and oil fuelling the V-shaped recovery from $4,245.

18 September 2026
My cover graphic for Gold Analysis #28, gold's rebound above $4,300 on 17 September 2026

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Gold Analysis #28: Rebound Above $4,300 | 17 Sep 2026

Gold rebounds above $4,300 after the Fed's first rate hike since 2023. I walk through DXY, yields, key levels and today's US data for XAU/USD, 17 September.

17 September 2026
Gold XAU/USD price chart holding near $4,320 ahead of the Federal Reserve interest rate decision on 16 September 2026

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Market Analysis #27: Gold Holds Near $4,320 | 16 Sep 2026

Gold hovers near $4,320 on 16 September, awaiting the Fed's rate call and dot plot, with Chair Warsh's tone likely to set XAU/USD's next big directional move.

16 September 2026
Gold price steadying near $4,300 ahead of the Federal Reserve's September 2026 interest rate decision, with icons for anticipation and the Fed building

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Market Analysis #26: Gold Steadies Near $4,300 Ahead of Fed Decision | 15 Sep 2026

Gold trades near $4,300 as traders brace for Wednesday's Fed rate decision under Chair Warsh, with 10-year yields near 5% and Middle East risk still in play.

15 September 2026
My featured image for today's XAU/USD briefing, gold coins stacked in ascending order

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Market Analysis #25: Gold Tests $4300 Pre-Fed | 14 Sep 2026

Gold slips toward $4300 as traders brace for this week's Fed decision, with a strong dollar, high yields and hot inflation data keeping pressure on XAU/USD…

14 September 2026
A golden bull and silver bear facing off against a blurred chart, illustrating market tension in my daily gold analysis.

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Market Analysis #24: Gold Tests $4350 | 11 September 2026

Gold steadies near $4,350 on 11 September as traders brace for crucial US CPI inflation data. Read my full technical analysis and key level breakdown.

11 September 2026
A trader analysing financial charts on a three-monitor desk setup overlooking a city skyline

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Market Analysis #23: Gold Rebounds Above $4420 | 10 Sep 2026

Gold trades near $4,424 ahead of US PPI data. Geopolitical risks in the Gulf offset high Treasury yields. Read my daily XAU/USD trading breakdown for 10 Sept.

10 September 2026
Three 200g fine gold bars resting on a pile of gold coins

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Gold Analysis #22: Rebound Above $4,400 | 9 Sep 2026

Gold rebounds above $4,400 on 9 September as the US dollar drops. Here is my daily XAU/USD technical and fundamental breakdown ahead of the Fed Beige Book.

9 September 2026
Physical Global Intergold fine gold bars of varying weights on a wooden surface, illustrating my daily XAU/USD analysis.

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Gold Analysis #21: Testing $4,400 Zone | 8 September 2026

Gold trades near $4,402 as a strong US dollar and Fed rate hike bets battle safe-haven demand and a weaker DXY ahead of August CPI data on 8 September.

8 September 2026
My daily briefing map showing three fine gold bars resting on a US dollar bill and a blue line chart.

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Market Analysis #20: Gold Slides Below $4,400 | 7 Sep 2026

Read my daily XAU/USD market analysis for 7 September 2026. Gold drops below $4,400 amid US Labor Day thin liquidity and strong Fed hike bets.

7 September 2026
Close-up of stacked fine gold bars, symbolising the physical asset behind my daily XAU/USD market analysis.

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Market Analysis #19: Gold Braces for NFP Near $4466 | 4 September 2026

My daily XAU/USD market analysis for 4 September. Gold consolidates near $4466 ahead of US Nonfarm Payrolls. See my key levels and trading scenarios.

4 September 2026
My collage showing a trader, bull and bear silhouettes, the US Capitol, and a gold vault for my daily XAU/USD analysis.

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Market Analysis #18: Gold Reclaims $4420 Amid Dollar Weakness | 3 Sep 2026

My daily XAU/USD technical and fundamental analysis for 3 September 2026. Gold pushes above $4420 as the US dollar softens ahead of ISM Non-Manufacturing data.

3 September 2026
My collage showing a trader, bull and bear silhouettes, the US Capitol, and a gold vault for my daily XAU/USD analysis.

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Market Analysis #17: Gold Rebounds as US-Iran Tensions Rise | 2 September 2026

My daily XAU/USD technical and fundamental analysis for 2 September. Covering the recent 10% crash, ADP employment data, and key gold pivot levels.

2 September 2026
My collage showing a trader, bull and bear silhouettes, the US Capitol, and a gold vault for my daily XAU/USD analysis.

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Market Analysis #16: Gold Tests Major Support | 1 Sep 2026

My daily XAU/USD market analysis for 1 September. Gold tests the $4,412 support level amid a stronger dollar and hawkish Fed signals. Read my trading plan.

1 September 2026
A graphic showing a golden bull and bear, a price chart on a tablet, a trading desk, and physical gold bars.

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Market Analysis #15: Gold Slides on Hawkish Fed | 31 Aug 2026

My technical and fundamental analysis for XAU/USD this 31 August. I am watching the fallout from Fed Chair Warsh's hawkish tone and key support levels.

31 August 2026
A graphic showing a golden bull and bear, a price chart on a tablet, a trading desk, and physical gold bars.

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Market Analysis #14: Gold Tests $4615 Area | 28 Aug 2026

My daily XAU/USD analysis for 28 August. Gold is trading around $4610 as traders await Fed Governor Warsh's speech and Michigan sentiment data today.

28 August 2026
A graphic showing a golden bull and bear, a price chart on a tablet, a trading desk, and physical gold bars.

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Market Analysis #13: Gold Tests $4580 | 27 Aug 2026

Gold tests critical support at $4,580 this 27 August as I watch for Jackson Hole signals. Here is my technical and fundamental take on XAU/USD today.

27 August 2026
A graphic showing a golden bull and bear, a price chart on a tablet, a trading desk, and physical gold bars.

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Market Analysis #12: Gold Pulls Back Ahead of PCE Data | 26 Aug 2026

My morning XAU/USD analysis for 26 August. Gold drops $30 as traders take profits before US Core PCE and GDP data. Read my technical and fundamental breakdown.

26 August 2026
A graphic showing a golden bull and bear, a price chart on a tablet, a trading desk, and physical gold bars.

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Market Analysis #11: Gold Consolidates | 25 Aug 2026

I am watching XAU/USD consolidate near $4,640 this 25 August. Read my daily gold market analysis, key levels, and technical outlook ahead of US data.

25 August 2026
A graphic showing a golden bull and bear, a price chart on a tablet, a trading desk, and physical gold bars.

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Market Analysis #10: Gold Hits New Highs | 24 Aug 2026

Gold pushes past $4,645 on 24 August as US debt nerves and geopolitical tensions drive safe-haven demand. Here is how I am trading the M30 chart today.

24 August 2026
A graphic showing a golden bull and bear, a price chart on a tablet, a trading desk, and physical gold bars.

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Market Analysis #9: Gold Surges Past $4580 | 21 Aug 2026

My analysis on XAU/USD for 21 August. Gold breaks major resistance as a weaker dollar fuels momentum. See the key levels and PMIs I am watching today.

21 August 2026
A graphic showing a golden bull and bear, a price chart on a tablet, a trading desk, and physical gold bars.

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Market Analysis #8: Gold Tests Key Support | 20 Aug 2026

Gold is testing vital support levels this 20 August as US data looms. I break down the XAU/USD charts, key levels, and my trading plan for the day.

20 August 2026
A graphic showing a golden bull and bear, a price chart on a tablet, a trading desk, and physical gold bars.

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Market Analysis #7: Gold Consolidates Near $4348 | 19 Aug 2026

Gold is testing critical intraday support ahead of tonight's FOMC minutes. I break down my M30 levels and what to watch this 19 August on XAU/USD.

19 August 2026
A graphic showing a golden bull and bear, a price chart on a tablet, a trading desk, and physical gold bars.

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Market Analysis #6: Gold Stalls Below $4450 | 18 Aug 2026

Gold faces heavy resistance near $4433 today as rising yields pressure prices. I break down my key M30 and H1 levels ahead of US economic data.

18 August 2026
A graphic showing a golden bull and bear, a price chart on a tablet, a trading desk, and physical gold bars.

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Market Analysis #5: Gold Tests $4400 As Dollar Sinks | 17 Aug 2026

My daily XAU/USD analysis for 17 August. Gold pushes towards $4400 amid a softer US Dollar and shifting Fed expectations. See my key levels for today.

17 August 2026
A graphic showing a golden bull and bear, a price chart on a tablet, a trading desk, and physical gold bars.

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Market Analysis #4: Gold Tests $4334 | 14 August 2026

XAU/USD is hovering right at the crucial $4,334 support level ahead of high-impact US Retail Sales data today. I am watching closely to see if buyers defend…

14 August 2026
A graphic showing a golden bull and bear, a price chart on a tablet, a trading desk, and physical gold bars.

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Market Analysis #3: Gold Holds $4,372 Ahead of US PPI | 13 Aug 2026

I am watching gold closely today as it consolidates around $4,387 this 13 August. All eyes are on the upcoming US PPI data to dictate the next breakout.

13 August 2026
A graphic showing a golden bull and bear, a price chart on a tablet, a trading desk, and physical gold bars.

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Market Analysis #2: Gold Holds $4400 Pre-CPI | 12 Aug 2026

I break down my gold chart this morning, 12 Aug, as XAU/USD holds $4,400 ahead of US CPI data. Escalating Hormuz tensions are keeping the bullish trend alive.

12 August 2026
A graphic showing a golden bull and bear, a price chart on a tablet, a trading desk, and physical gold bars.

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Market Analysis #1: Gold Tests $4365 Support | 11 Aug 2026

My daily XAU/USD forecast for 11 August. Gold is pulling back to key support around $4365 after a strong breakout. See the technical levels I am trading.

11 August 2026

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