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Sign InCommodity and currency markets faced significant downward pressure today as the US Dollar surged following the release of robust employment data. Gold prices XAU/USD dropped below the $5,100 threshold, trading near $5,069 with a decline exceeding 1.35%. The solid labor market figures pushed US Treasury yields higher, diminishing the appeal of non-yielding assets like gold. Similarly, the GBP/USD pair experienced a notable slump as the greenback gained momentum across the board. This strong economic performance reinforces expectations that the Federal Reserve will maintain higher interest rates for a longer duration. Market participants are now closely monitoring the US Dollar Index DXY, which continues to rally against major global currencies.