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In a move reflecting a potential shift in U.S. monetary policy, gold, silver, and Bitcoin prices plummeted to their lowest levels of the year. This decline was driven by a strengthening U.S. dollar and mounting fears of further interest rate hikes, as Kevin Warsh’s first Federal Reserve meeting triggered significant selling pressure on non-yielding assets according to reports.
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Sign InThis slump occurs as global markets weigh inflation trajectories, with recent data showing Japan's core inflation holding steady at 1.4% per market data, highlighting the divergence in central bank policies. Compared to precious metals' performance, investors are focusing on the greenback's strength following Warsh's hawkish signals, which has diminished the appeal of both traditional and digital safe havens.
Technically, traders are monitoring key support levels for gold and Bitcoin after breaking previous yearly lows, focusing on upcoming catalysts including U.S. Initial Jobless Claims (close 2026-06-24). Monetary policy minutes from Japan and India, alongside Canadian retail sales data, will serve as additional drivers for currency and commodity volatility through the end of the week.